What are the key components of the psychological illusion model that Jorgen uses, and how does it differ from traditional models in understanding and treating mental illnesses? The concept of emotions and thoughts being impersonal and thousands of years old was discussed. How does this view alter the way we should perceive and deal with our own thoughts and feelings?

In this episode we have Jørgen Rasmussen as a guest. He is known for his work in hypnosis and psychological change. He has authored books like "Provocative Hypnosis" and "Provocative Suggestions" and developed the Psychological Illusion Model, which is a unique approach to therapy focusing on understanding and transforming psychological illusions .

You can visit Jorgens webiste here: Jørgen Rasmussen - Tilstandstrening

We also talk about:

00:00 Fascination with family member's schizophrenia and behavior.

07:35 Psychology changed after split brain surgeries.

16:36 Metaphor of drink relates to psychiatric diagnosis.

17:36 Antidepressants questioned; emphasizing education and perspective shift.

26:14 Priests helped more when not rushed.

28:24 Understanding others' thoughts, reflecting without suffering.

37:18 Managing fear by accepting and not resisting.

42:10 Therapy evolves to change thought relationship, mindfulness.

46:11 Hypnosis as an intriguing paradox of direction.

54:35 Recognizing emotions: excitement, anxiety, and self-awareness.

57:17 Feelings reflect personal perspective, not external reality.

01:04:59 Clients often claim ownership of negative thoughts.

01:12:06 Studying psychology doesn't always lead to skills.

01:14:09 Praise for relevant examples and Keegan model.

01:18:59 Exploring boundaries, insights, and psychological development.

01:25:19 Trade-offs in life and shifting priorities.

In what ways does Armstrong suggest the Eurozone's financial practices are unsustainable, and what does he foresee as the potential fallout from such practices? Considering Armstrong's skepticism towards digital currencies and government debt, what alternatives does he propose for individuals looking to secure their financial futures? According to Martin Armstrong, how have university economics departments failed to adapt their teachings to the current financial realities, particularly regarding Keynesian economics?

We talk about:

00:00 Company sought to buy island, faced rejection.

08:36 Met personal advisor, led to meeting influential figure.

14:29 Neocons hindered Reagan and Gorbachev meeting.

22:34 US financial power established by World Wars.

25:37 Euro's flaws warned, consolidation of debts needed.

43:45 Military facility with satellites, people surfing Internet.

48:09 Currency and stock fluctuations lead to takeovers.

52:12 Warning against unsustainable path, suggesting alternative solution.

58:34 Democrats removed tax credits, causing real estate crash.

01:03:03 Private sector trust, mystery around digital currency.

01:07:22 Bitcoin could be seized; prefer gold coins.

01:15:50 Government and private sector borrowing unsustainable, temporary.

01:44:37 Analysts refrain from predicting currency crashes.

01:46:40 Governments avoid blame, currency impacts trade.

How has the release of Kris' book "Bitten" influenced public perception and government response to the history and treatment of Lyme disease? What ethical considerations arise from the alleged military experiments with biological weapons, including the deliberate spread of ticks carrying diseases? What challenges do patients face when getting diagnosed and treated for Lyme disease, considering its complex symptoms and the potential for misdiagnosis?

The guest in this episode is Kris Newby. She is an award-winning science writer known for her work on Lyme disease, particularly through her book "Bitten: The Secret History of Lyme Disease and Biological Weapons." She is also the senior producer of the Lyme disease documentary "Under Our Skin," which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival and was a 2010 Oscar semifinalist. Newby has two degrees in engineering, a bachelor’s degree from the University of Utah, and a master’s degree from Stanford University​​.

Her book "Bitten" has won several international book awards for journalism and narrative nonfiction. In "Bitten," Newby explores the complex origins and management of Lyme disease, including controversial claims about its connections to biological weapons research. The book was inspired by her own personal experience with Lyme disease, which she contracted after being bitten by a tick, leading her on a challenging journey to diagnosis and recovery

We talk about:

00:00 Biological weapons program used bugs as carriers.

06:18 Bioweapon experiments with deadly viruses.

16:05 Deadly ricketzia found in ticks and blood.

26:12 Army funded tick weaponization research leads to spread.

37:20 New findings suggest Lyme disease is multifaceted.

45:43 CIA plots to overthrow Fidel Castro using ticks.

48:20 Questioning the significance of outbreak origins and impacts.

54:38 Struggled with Lyme treatment, needed IV antibiotics sooner.

58:43 Educational content, emphasizes importance of considering consequences.

Bitten book page:

www.krisnewby.com

Substack: The Bitten Files

Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/krisnewby

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kris-newby-7315153/

Book marketing page: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/bitten-kris-newby?variant=40985783468066

Under Our Skin Documentary:

https://underourskin.com/uos1#film

https://www.vudu.com/content/movies/details/content/185773?free=1

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2JgR_Jfbhv8