What actually happens when you get hypnotised… and can it genuinely change your life?In this episode, I sat down with Maxine Buckley, master NLP practitioner and hypnotherapist — and yeah… I was hypnotised live on the podcast.Find Max here -https://www.instagram.com/maxine2buckley?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==We get into how hypnotherapy really works (not the stage show nonsense), and how it’s being used to help people deal with anxiety, trauma, addiction, stress, and those patterns you can’t seem to break no matter how hard you try.Maxine explains what’s actually going on in the mind during hypnosis, why it’s so misunderstood, and how techniques like NLP and hypnotherapy can help rewire limiting beliefs and behaviours.We also talk about: • Mental health in the real world (not the fluffy version) • How trauma sticks and how it can be processed properly • Why willpower alone isn’t enough for most people • And whether hypnotherapy is legit… or just clever psychologyNo gimmicks. No weird stuff. Just a proper conversation about how the mind works — and how you might be able to take control of it.If you’ve ever struggled with anxiety, bad habits, or feeling stuck… this one will get you thinking.Thanks to our Headline Sponsors - Zinsser Guest merch sponsors - Branded By Sammi

In this episode, Rob Barr shares the journey that took him from tradesman to property developer, and the hard lessons that came with it.Find Rob Here-https://www.instagram.com/robrealproperty?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Rob built the life many people aspire to — the nice house, the car, the lifestyle. But behind the scenes, he realised he’d created a system where he was constantly chasing money just to maintain the life he’d built. What looked like success from the outside eventually led him to rock bottom.That moment forced a complete rethink.Rob made the bold decision to sell everything and move to Spain with his family in search of a better quality of life and a life built around purpose rather than pressure.We also dive into mental health, financial struggles, societal expectations around success, and why chasing status can leave people feeling trapped rather than fulfilled. Rob shares his thoughts on the state of the NHS, UK politics, the future of jobs in the age of AI, and the mindset needed to build resilience when life doesn’t go to plan.This is a powerful conversation about redefining success, breaking free from the pressures of modern life, and building a life that actually makes you happy.Headline sponsor - Zinsser uk Merch Sponsor - Branded By Sammi

In this powerful conversation, Johan Dyer shares the deeply personal story behind the creation of BuildBoss — a platform designed to protect tradespeople’s finances and wellbeing, often described as “PayPal for the construction industry.”Find Johan and Buildboss here - https://www.instagram.com/buildbossuk?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==www.buildboss.co.ukJohan opens up about the devastating loss of his father in a paragliding accident, a tragedy that had a profound impact on his life. He speaks candidly about the grief that followed and the challenges of navigating life after such a sudden loss.Alongside this, Johan also shares his own battles with mental health. In this episode he goes into depth about that journey — the struggles he faced, how therapy became a turning point for him, and the role it played in helping him rebuild his life and perspective.Through honest conversation and lived experience, Johan explains how those experiences ultimately led him to create BuildBoss — a platform aimed at improving trust, payment security, and financial protection for tradespeople across the construction industry.This episode blends personal tragedy, recovery, and innovation in the construction industry, offering practical insight and a powerful reminder that even the hardest experiences can lead to purpose.Thanks to our Headline Sponsors - Zinsser uk