Do you find yourself hitting a wall when trying to persuade people to take action or change their behavior? In this episode of The Unlimited Influence, Reprogram Your Subconscious Mind, Dr. David Snyder tackles the common frustrations of failed persuasion attempts and resistance to change. He introduces powerful techniques like the Resistance Removal Protocol and restoring personal autonomy. This episode dives deep into the psychology of influence, offering actionable strategies that could transform your approach to persuasion. Listen in and be ready to unlock the secrets of human influence.

Standout Quotes:

• "You want to learn to influence people from inside, not out." - Dr. David Snyder


• "The first rule, when it comes to transforming resistance, is you have to give people back their sense that it's okay to say no." - Dr. David Snyder


• "The rationalization that gets challenged only grows stronger." - Dr. David Snyder


• "When you force people to defend their beliefs and statements, they automatically become defensive." - Dr. David Snyder


• "Head-on collisions will never work. You've got to have them generate a reason that they might want to do something and then attack that reason." - Dr. David Snyder


• "Patience is power." - Dr. David Snyder

Key Takeaways:

• Use the "Resistance Removal" approach. First, acknowledge that the person can refuse. Then, help them develop their reasons for wanting to do something. This allows people feel more in control of their decisions.


• Practice the "echoing" technique. When unsure what to say, repeat what the other person said. This simple technique builds trust and shows you're listening, making people more open to your ideas.


• Combine techniques like building emotional connections with the "Resistance Removal" approach. Using multiple strategies together can make your persuasion more effective.


• Be patient when persuading. Give people time to think about new ideas. Rushing them can make them suspicious and less likely to agree. Remember that changing minds often takes time.


• Help people find their motivation. Instead of pressuring someone or giving them rules to follow, guide them to discover why they might want to do something. When people find their own reasons, they're more likely to make lasting changes.

Episode Timeline:

[00:31 ] How can we influence people through understanding and empathy?

[04:42 ] Why is restoring personal autonomy necessary in removing resistance?

[05:13 ] What's the situation with smokers who don't want to quit and the people pressuring them to do so?

[7:34 ] How should quitting smoking be approached to emphasize personal choice and autonomy?

[13:18 ] David Snyder asks a participant to understand their motivation

[15:59 ] How can psychology be used to remove resistance and increase compliance?

[17:21 ] Why does challenging someone's beliefs often strengthen them?

[21:53 ] Why is building trust and rapport crucial when influencing someone?

[24:48 ] What role do patience and validation play in persuasion techniques?

[28:51 ] Dr. David Schneider encourages listeners to reprogram their minds with NLP techniques

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