Dr. David Spiegel on Hypnosis and Healthspan

Can controlling your mind control your health? This week on The AGEIST Podcast, we revisit a powerful episode from the archives. Dr. David Spiegel, one of the world’s leading experts on hypnosis and psycho-oncology, explains how stress, sleep, and emotional regulation directly influence survival, especially in cancer patients. He also shares how self-hypnosis and structured breathing can reduce pain, anxiety, and even tremors—tools now made widely accessible through his app, Reveri. Optimize your autonomic nervous system to sleep better, feel calmer, and potentially live longer.How long will you live? Take our quiz today to find out at ageist.com/longevity-quiz!Special Thanks to Our SponsorsOzlo Sleepbuds: Transform your nights with science-backed wearables designed to help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and wake up restored. Now through October 16th, save $50 when you use our link.fatty15: C15:0 is the first essential fatty acid to be discovered in over 90 years, and fatty15 is on a mission to optimize your C15:0 levels to help support your long-term health and wellness—especially as you age. You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/AGEIST and using the code “AGEIST” at checkout.LMNT Electrolytes: Our #1 electrolytes for optimal hydration. Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT’s most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase by using our link here. Find your favorite LMNT flavor, or share with a friend.Key Moments“The strain in pain lies mainly in the brain.”“We have not succeeded in killing anybody with hypnosis yet.”“Good sleep at night should be a part of everybody’s health regimen, but especially cancer patients.”Connect with Dr. SpiegelReveri AppStanford Healthcare ProfileConnect with AGEISTNewsletterInstagramWebsiteLinkedInRead the full interview transcript here or at ageist.comSay hi to the AGEIST team!