In this insightful episode, we’re joined by Andrea Ramírez to explore the incredible power of the subconscious mind. We discuss Andrea’s personal journey through trauma, burnout, and how hypnotherapy became a transformative tool for lasting change.
Discover the nuances of hypnotherapy, understand the deep connection between the subconscious and burnout, and learn how to build resilience through self-awareness and intentional living. Whether new to hypnotherapy or a skeptic, this episode offers a fresh perspective on mental well-being and holistic healing.
Burnout is often the result of old programming. Patterns we didn’t choose.
Patterns we didn’t even know we had.
Let me explain.
The Programming We All Carry
From the last trimester of pregnancy until around age 7, our brains are in a highly suggestible state. Science calls it the “theta” state. It’s the same brainwave state as hypnosis.
What does that mean?
It means we absorb everything around us—without filters. Every word. Every emotion. Every belief.
Even the things our mothers experienced before we were born get stored in us. And it all goes deep into the subconscious, becoming the blueprint for how we show up in life.
Dr. Bruce Lipton calls it our “motherboard.” It’s the original programming of how we operate.
If your early life was full of stress, trauma, or constant pressure to be “good” or “successful,” that programming can turn into:
- Overachievement
- Perfectionism
- The need to control everything
- The inability to rest
- Chronic stress and burnout
And you won’t even know it’s running the show.
You Can’t Fix Subconscious Problems with Conscious Solutions
Most of us try to “push through.” We set New Year’s resolutions. We tell ourselves we’ll work less, take breaks, practice self-care.
But here’s the problem: Willpower is only 5% of your mind.
Your subconscious is the other 95%.
Trying to change your life without addressing the subconscious is like putting a Band-Aid on a broken bone.
Why Hypnotherapy Works
Hypnotherapy is a way to access your subconscious—the 95%—and rewrite the old programming.
It’s not mind control. You’re not unconscious or “under” anyone’s power.
It’s a gentle process that opens a conversation with your subconscious mind.
And here’s the cool part: Your subconscious already knows what needs to change. It knows the old programs that aren’t serving you anymore. Hypnotherapy just helps you upgrade them.
Think of it as switching out old, outdated software for something that works for who you are now.
Healing Doesn’t Have to Hurt
You don’t have to relive old traumas or talk through painful memories to heal.
Hypnotherapy can be subtle, kind, and incredibly effective.
Andrea Ramírez, a hypnotherapist I spoke with on my podcast, shared how clients often don’t even realize how much they’ve changed—until friends or family point it out.
- They feel lighter.
- They’re calmer.
- Their reactions shift.
- The triggers lose their grip.
And in many cases, those shifts happen in just a few sessions.
If this resonates, consider exploring hypnotherapy. Or start paying attention to the “programs” that may be driving your choices.
Ask yourself:
- Why do I feel the need to push through?
- Where did I learn that rest isn’t productive?
- What old beliefs am I carrying that no longer serve me?
Burnout doesn’t happen overnight. It’s built one brick at a time.
But you can take those bricks down—when you work with the part of yourself that put them there in the first place.
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00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
03:56 Building Connections and Overcoming Burnout
06:10 Andrea’s Journey: From Trauma to Hypnotherapy
09:56 The Power of the Subconscious Mind
14:59 Hypnotherapy: A Tool for Transformation
20:32 Addressing Burnout and Subconscious Programming
24:25 Self-Awareness and Burnout Recovery
27:00 Understanding the Subconscious Mind
28:02 Intentional Living and Self-Care
32:17 A Typical Hypnotherapy Session
I’m Tara Kermiet, a leadership coach specializing in burnout prevention and work-life integration. I know what it’s like to feel like you’re holding it all together with duct tape and coffee. But success doesn’t have to mean running yourself ragged. I help high achievers find work-life balance and shine as badass leaders.
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Disclaimer: My content is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. For serious concerns, please consult a qualified provider.
