In this episode of EZ Conversations, Furkhan Dandia sits down with Craig Meriwether, author of the Past Lives Guidebook, for a wide-ranging conversation on past life regression, hypnotherapy, and the broader question: is consciousness confined to the brain—or could it be non-local? Craig shares his personal journey through Anxiety and Depression, how hypnotherapy supported his healing, and why he’s drawn to exploring this topic through both a spiritual lens and a more evidence-oriented, skeptical curiosity.

Together, they explore what hypnosis actually is (the relaxed, daydream-like state), how regression can be used therapeutically, and why some people turn to these approaches when traditional methods haven’t fully helped. The conversation also covers major figures in this space, including Michael Newton and Brian Weiss, and examines controversial consciousness-related claims (such as remote viewing research) in a way that encourages listeners to stay curious while thinking critically.

In this episode, we cover:

• What past life regression is (and how it differs from “time Travel”)

• How hypnosis works and why it can feel emotionally clarifying

• Spiritual seeking vs organized religion—and how belief systems shape interpretation

• Non-local consciousness: what people mean by it and why it’s debated

• Michael Newton’s “Life Between Lives” framework

• Brian Weiss and regression in a clinical/psychiatric context

• Healing applications: patterns, phobias, emotional loops, and integration

• Why facilitation and aftercare matter, especially when Trauma is involved

• How to approach this topic with skepticism, humility, and open-mindedness

Guest: Craig Meriwether — Hypnotherapist and author of Past Lives Guidebook
Host: Furkhan Dandia

Craig Meriwether is a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, Medical Hypnosis Specialist, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) Specialist, and Founder of Arizona Integrative Hypnotherapy, helping people eliminate negative Emotions and limiting beliefs that may be keeping them from reaching their full potential.

For over 12 years, Craig has been helping people heal from early childhood trauma, helping Cancer patients with pain control, veterans with post-traumatic Stress disorder, students with test anxiety, children with nightmares, entrepreneurs with confidence, athletes with peak performance, and anyone who may be dealing with overwhelm, fear and anxiety.

He also recently released the Past Lives Guidebook on the science and spirituality of past-life regression Therapy. 

Connect with Craig / Learn More:

• Website: sacredmysteryhypnotherapy.com

• Book: Past Lives Guidebook (Amazon)

• Book site: pastlivesguidebook.com

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Disclaimer:
This episode explores theories, research claims, and personal experiences related to hypnosis and consciousness. It is not medical or Mental Health treatment advice. If you’re experiencing significant distress, please seek support from a qualified healthcare professional.

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Furkhan Dandia Therapist and Coach

I am a men's coach, therapist, group facilitator, podcaster and author. My journey began five years ago when I was going through a separation. I found myself alone and in a shame spiral that our culture and society covertly exert on people due to the perceived "failure" of a marriage. Unfortunately, I personalized that message which led me to fall deeper into a hole, causing me to surround myself with people that did not serve me and engage in substance abuse. While seeking therapy, I was not making the wholesale changes I needed.

As part of my experience with therapy, I realized that I am not alone in the challenges men my age experience (I separated at the age of 34/35). I realized I could be a voice for men like myself and offer support in this space. In the middle of the pandemic, I applied for a Master's degree in Psychology to become a therapist. This change was a significant shift for me as I worked in the corporate world as an engineer. Once I leaned into the space of supporting other men, I also started a podcast to normalize these difficult conversations and started a men's group a year later with the support of a friend.

I thought I was giving something back when I started the men's group. However, I quickly realized I was getting substantially more from the connections I built than I initially anticipated. It was also something I needed because I was going through another breakup.

At that point, I also realized that I had not taken the time to heal, and I was outsourcing my healing through romantic relationships, substances, material acquisitions and superficial relationships. I decided to step away from the outgoing lifestyle and started to focus on my healing which was another phase of evolution for me on my journey. Over the last year and a half, I have become mindful of the people I spend my time with. I have cleaned my lifestyle of substances, toxic environments and behaviours. I have focused on my sleep, my health and my knowledge. I have improved my spiritual relationship with myself, which was lacking the most over the past five years. This is the best I have felt.

As part of my solitude journey and to find myself again, I also released a book encapsulating my journey, which I hope to share with others. My book is titled: The Pursuit of Self-Love.