The Truth About Hypnobirthing (And Why It Might Be Gaslighting You)
Summary
Delve into the world of hypnobirthing, a global industry claiming women can meditate through childbirth pain. The hosts uncover its surprisingly dark and fascinating origins, from Franz Mesmer's "animal magnetism" to 19th-century surgeries performed under hypnosis, which led to the discovery of the placebo effect. They examine the science behind how hypnosis affects pain perception, the varying susceptibility of individuals, and the potential psychological and medical risks, ultimately questioning whether it's a forgotten superpower or a harmful form of gaslighting.Episode description
What if you could turn off the most agonizing pain imaginable just by thinking about a waterfall? Or better yet, what if a guy in a purple silk robe could cure you by waving a magnet over your junk? This week, Jeremie takes Brian and Taylor on a wild, mind-bending trip into the billion-dollar industry of Hypnobirthing and the dark, bizarre history of hypnosis. From 18th-century "Animal Magnetism" and the accidental discovery of the placebo effect, to a 19th-century surgeon who removed 80-pound scrotal tumors while his patients literally slept through it, we’re unpacking whether the brain really has a 'mute button' for pain. Is hypnobirthing tapping into a dormant superpower of the human mind, or is it just the ultimate medical gaslight that leaves women trapped in a toxic 'shame spiral' when it hurts? Grab your pocket watch, protect your testicles, and let's get weird.
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