Unlocking Growth: Overcoming Self-Sabotage with Dr. Philip Agrios

Introduction

Dr. Allen Lycka welcomes Dr. Philip Agrios, a self-sabotage specialist, business consultant, international speaker, and best-selling author. With over 30 years of research, Dr. Agrios has uncovered a universal sabotaging trait and developed the groundbreaking T-Now Method to help individuals overcome self-sabotage and achieve lasting success.

Key Takeaways

Dr. Philip Agrios’ Journey

• Began as a chiropractor and functional medicine practitioner specializing in thyroid and autoimmune diseases.
• Discovered a six-step blueprint in nature to overcome challenges and realized its applicability to personal and professional growth.
• Transitioned his expertise into self-sabotage and business coaching, creating the T-Now Method.

The Six Steps to Growth

1. Clarity and Vision – Understanding what you want to achieve.
2. Internal Value – Assessing how a situation aligns with your values.
3. Detachment from Outcome – Deciding what to keep and let go of.
4. Planning – Quietly formulating actionable steps.
5. Expression – Sharing your plans and becoming vulnerable.
6. Connection – Engaging with others to support your vision and goals.

Understanding Self-Sabotage

• Self-sabotage is self-protection.
• Humans operate through three traits: Director, Supplier, and Communicator.
• These traits form sequences that determine behavior, either protecting or fostering growth.

The T-Now Method

• Identifies an individual's sequence to understand their past, present, and future behaviors.
• Shifts individuals from protection mode to growth mode instantly.
• Proven applications in personal relationships, business success, and team dynamics.

Real-Life Applications

Case Studies

• A father improved his relationship with his son using T-Now principles, transforming their bond and overall family dynamics.
• A sales professional increased their closing rate from 30% to over 90% by addressing over-communication and focusing on value.
• Businesses and executives report improved teamwork, productivity, and revenue after implementing the T-Now Method.

Practical Tips to Start Today

• Pause and say, “It’s okay.”
• Ask, “Why am I protecting myself at this moment?”
• Shift perspective: Focus on the root cause of emotions rather than symptoms like anxiety or overwork.

Living a Fantastic Life

Dr. Agrios shares his daily practices for fulfillment:

• Gratitude every morning.
• Using antidotes to quickly overcome self-sabotage.
• Embracing challenges as opportunities for growth.

Resources and Links

• Dr. Philip Agrios
• Website: www.transcendnow.biz
• Includes information about his book, workshops, and the T-Now Masterclass.
• Social Media: Connect on LinkedIn and other platforms.
• Dr. Allen Lycka
• Website: www.drallenlycka.com
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• Speaker Site: www.dralspeaks.com

Closing Thoughts

Dr. Lycka and Dr. Agrios encourage listeners to embrace gratitude, evolve through challenges, and apply the T-Now Method for lasting growth. Tune in next week for more inspiring discussions on living a fantastic life.

BIO:

Dr. Philip Agrios, a Self-Sabotage Specialist, Business Consultant, International Speaker, and Best-Selling Author, has spent over 30 years uncovering a hidden sabotaging trait we’re all born with that hinders success. Using his groundbreaking T-NOW Method, he empowers individuals to instantly switch off this trait, enabling them to break free from self-sabotage and achieve lasting success in their personal and professional lives.

Social Media:

Website - www.TranscendNOW.biz

LinkedIn: @dragrios

Facebook: @dragriosconsultant

Instagram/Twitter “X”: @drphilipagrios

Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy for Positive Change

Introduction

Dr. Allen Lycka welcomes Carla Marcos Lopez, a Clinical Hypnotherapist with a unique background as a lawyer and nurse. Carla combines her diverse expertise to offer solution-focused hypnotherapy, empowering clients to create lasting, positive change. Fluent in multiple languages, she provides her services globally online.

Carla's Journey: Lawyer, Nurse, and Hypnotherapist

• Carla shares her professional journey, transitioning from law and nursing into hypnotherapy.
• Inspired by her family of mental health professionals and a lifelong interest in human psychology, Carla found her passion in helping others harness the power of the mind.
• She highlights the benefits of running a purposeful and flexible business that aligns with her skills and values.

What is Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy?

• A blend of psychotherapy and hypnosis designed to achieve rapid, lasting transformation.
• The sessions include:
• Mind Training: Educating clients about the brain, neuroplasticity, and the role of REM sleep.
• Psychoeducation: Teaching clients how thoughts influence emotions, physiology, and behavior.
• Goal Setting and Hypnosis: Programming the brain with clear objectives to align behavior with desired outcomes.

The Role of Neuroscience in Hypnotherapy

• Carla explains how neuroscience supports solution-focused hypnotherapy:
• Avoiding re-traumatization by focusing on solutions rather than problems.
• Utilizing the mind's inability to differentiate between imagination and reality to reshape neural pathways.
• Leveraging the Reticular Activating System (RAS) to focus on goals and positive outcomes.

Addressing Common Client Challenges

• Carla outlines the typical issues her clients face, such as:
• Work-life imbalance, stress, and anxiety.
• Unhealthy habits and coping mechanisms like overeating or insomnia.
• Writer's block, phobias, or adapting to new environments.
• Through a holistic approach, she helps clients reduce anxiety and achieve balance, leading to improved well-being.

Success Stories

• Carla shares a recent example of a client overcoming:
• Writer's block for a doctoral thesis.
• Anxiety and phobia of speaking a foreign language.
• Unhealthy lifestyle habits.
• Through hypnotherapy, the client achieved personal and professional milestones, adapting to a new environment with increased confidence and productivity.

The Power of Online Therapy

• Carla ensures the same level of connection in online sessions as in-person ones.
• Benefits of online therapy:
• Accessibility for clients in rural areas or with mobility challenges.
• Comfort for individuals with conditions like PTSD or depression.
• Carla emphasizes the effectiveness of online therapy for delivering transformative results.

The Future of Hypnotherapy

• Carla discusses the integration of AI and technology into hypnotherapy.
• While AI can complement therapeutic practices, Carla believes the therapeutic alliance between human beings remains irreplaceable for now.

BIO:

Carla Marcos López is a clinical hypnotherapist who combines her expertise as a lawyer and nurse to deliver solution-focused hypnotherapy with a holistic and caring approach. Passionate about empowering clients to find balance and achieve their goals, she helps them harness the power of their mind to create positive change in their lives and inspire those around them. Fluent in multiple languages, Carla offers her transformative services globally online.

Social Media:

Website: https://www.carlamarcoshypnotherapy.co.uk

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlamarcoslópez/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carlamarcoshypnotherapy/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@carlamarcoshypno

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLtStswRowgpTrCDvMIpdPA