Embedded Suggestions and Intention

In this episode of AWAKEN, Ryan DeJonghe sits down with Steve Roehm, a master hypnotist and coach widely recognized in the professional community (including a massive following on Reddit) for his "no-nonsense," conversational approach to transformation. Steve shares his philosophy on why the best hypnosis doesn't look like "hypnosis" at all—it looks like two people having a profound, life-changing conversation. They discuss how to strip away the clinical fluff and get straight to the heart of what drives human behavior and change.

Key Discussion Points
The Reddit Legend: Steve reacts to his reputation as the "hypnotist's hypnotist" and explains how his style evolved from complex techniques to simple, powerful conversation.

Conversational Alchemy: Discover how Steve uses everyday language to induce deep trance states and facilitate breakthroughs without the need for formal "eyes-closed" inductions.

The Power of "Just Talking": Why some of the most profound shifts happen when the client doesn't even realize they are "doing hypnosis," and how to maintain that level of natural engagement.

Removing the Friction: Steve breaks down how to identify the specific mental blocks that stop people from succeeding and how to "unstick" them through strategic questioning.

Authenticity in Practice: A deep dive into why being a "real human" in the room is more effective than playing the role of a stiff, clinical professional.

Memorable Quotes
"The most powerful trance isn't the one where you're asleep; it's the one where you're finally awake to who you actually are."

"I don't 'do' hypnosis to people. I have conversations that allow people to stop doing the things that aren't working for them."

Special Segment: Hypnotic Gift
Stay tuned until the very end for a special hypnotic gift from Steve Roehm. He leads a masterful conversational journey designed to help you shift your perspective on a current challenge and step into a more resourceful version of yourself.

(Note: While this segment is conversational, the shifts can be deep. Please listen when you can safely focus on the internal experience.)

Episode Timestamps
00:00:15 – Introduction: How Reddit led Ryan to Steve Roehm

00:06:50 – Beyond the Certification: Finding your true voice as a hypnotist

00:14:30 – The Art of the Informal Induction: Why "Just Talking" works

00:26:45 – Identifying the "Glitch" in the client's narrative

00:40:20 – The Mechanics of Conversational Change

00:55:10 – Steve’s advice for practitioners: Stop trying so hard

01:04:15 – Hypnotic Gift: The Conversational Shift Session

01:07:30 – Final thoughts and where to find Steve’s training

Connect with Steve Roehm
Official Website: steveroehm.com

Mastery Training: Check out Steve’s programs for advanced conversational hypnosis.

Connect with Ryan DeJonghe
If you want to experience a "magic conversation" that helps you move past your own limits, reach out to me:

Website: trancewell.help

Email: ryan@trancewell.help