Felix Magazine recently had the privilege of sitting down with Eran Hafner, founder of the State of Mind Academy, and a true pioneer in the fields of NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming), hypnotherapy, and Time Line Therapy. Over the past 20 years, Eran has helped countless individuals rewire their minds for success, freedom, and personal transformation. In this exclusive interview, Eran shares the core principles behind his groundbreaking Reprogram Your Mind to Success program and the powerful impact of Time Line Therapy on reshaping personal history. Christina Rosas Anastasiou: Eran, you've had an incredible journey from being an athlete to becoming a magician, mentalist, and expert in NLP, hypnotherapy, and Time Line Therapy. Can you share how your story unfolded, and what led you to focus on personal development? Eran Hafner: Absolutely! My journey began as an athlete—I was part of the junior national team of Judo. Competing at that level, my dreams were full of ambition, but life had other plans. A car accident changed everything, shattering those dreams and leaving me in a wheelchair after surgery. The recovery process was tough, especially learning to walk again, but it was also a turning point. During my rehab, I found a new passion: magic. It captivated me, and I ended up becoming a professional magician and even joined the Academy of Magical Arts.
Then, when I was 24, life threw me another curveball in Las Vegas. I watched a hypnosis show, and while the audience marveled at the performance, I asked myself, "How do I learn this?" That curiosity ignited my journey into hypnosis, and from there, I discovered NLP. Time Line Therapy was the final piece of the puzzle—a transformative tool that allowed me to truly help people change their lives at the deepest level. I earned my master’s in all these fields in 2010. But if I had to point out the most profound shift in my journey, it would be meeting my
best friend: my unconscious mind. Learning to communicate with it has changed my life, and my mission now is to help others connect with theirs—for healing, for growth, and for success
FM:
Time Line Therapy is something you're especially passionate about. Could you explain how it differs from other modalities like NLP or traditional therapy?
EH: Traditional therapies often focus on conscious thoughts and behaviors, but Time Line Therapy works with the subconscious, addressing the emotional root causes of a problem. The subconscious stores all of our emotional memories, and these unresolved emotions impact our decisions and outlook on life. Time Line Therapy allows us to revisit key moments in our past, release negative emotions, and reframe those memories, essentially changing how we perceive our personal history. It’s not just about managing emotions but clearing them for good, which leads to lasting transformation. FM: Can you tell us more about your Reprogram Your Mind to Success program and how it integrates these different approaches?
EH: The Reprogram Your Mind to Success program combines the best aspects of NLP, hypnotherapy, and Time Line Therapy into a 10-hour intensive. This program is designed to help clients break free from their mental and emotional barriers. Through these powerful techniques, clients clear away negative emotions, limiting beliefs, and old patterns that have held them back for years. By the end of the program, they experience a profound mental and emotional shift, gaining the clarity and confidence to pursue their goals without the baggage of the past weighing them down. FM: Many people struggle with recurring negative patterns in their lives. How does Time Line Therapy break these cycles?
EH: Negative patterns are often the result of unresolved emotions stored in the unconscious mind. Time Line Therapy helps break these cycles by identifying the root cause of the negative emotion and releasing it. For example, if someone keeps experiencing self-doubt, it’s often linked to a specific moment in their past where that belief was formed. Through Time Line Therapy, we can revisit that moment, clear the negative emotion, and replace it with a positive belief. This creates a new, healthier pattern moving forward. FM: You often mention “changing personal history” as a core part of Time Line Therapy. Can you elaborate on what that means and how it works?
EH: "Changing personal history" refers to the idea that while we can’t change past events, we can change how we feel about them. Time Line Therapy allows us to revisit significant emotional events from the past and shift the emotional meaning attached to them. For instance, if someone experienced a traumatic event that created fear or self-doubt, we release the emotional charge around that event, freeing them from its grip. After this process, the individual is no longer defined or controlled by their past but can move forward with a clean slate. FM: What common misconceptions do people have about personal development or therapies like NLP and hypnotherapy?
EH: One of the biggest misconceptions is that NLP or hypnotherapy are quick fixes or superficial techniques. While they do offer fast and impactful results, the changes they create are deep and long-lasting. Another common misconception is that hypnotherapy involves losing control, when in fact it’s about gaining more control over your subconscious mind. Both NLP and hypnotherapy are about empowerment—giving people the tools to reshape their minds and, by extension, their lives. FM: Can you share a success story from the Reprogram Your Mind to Success program that really stands out to you?
EH: I had a client who struggled with severe self-doubt despite having a successful career. She always felt like she wasn’t good enough and feared failure. During one session, we uncovered a memory from her childhood where she had made the decision that she wasn’t enough.
Using Time Line Therapy, we cleared that belief, and the transformation was remarkable. She went on to start her own business—something she’d always wanted to do but never believed she could. Watching her reclaim her power was incredible. FM: What advice would you give someone who feels skeptical or hesitant about trying Time Line Therapy?
EH: I always encourage people to approach it with an open mind. Time Line Therapy is based on solid psychological principles of how our minds store memories and emotions. I often suggest they try just one session to experience it firsthand because the results speak for themselves. People often don’t realize how much unresolved emotions are impacting their present until they clear them. Once they do, they’re able to move forward with a sense of freedom they didn’t know was possible. FM: As someone deeply involved in the personal development field, how do you continue to grow and evolve personally and professionally?
EH: I’m constantly learning and growing. I stay updated on the latest research in neuroscience, psychology, and personal development. I also practice what I teach—working on clearing my own limiting beliefs and emotional blocks. It’s a lifelong journey. Professionally, I’m focused on expanding the reach of Time Line Therapy and the work we’re doing at the State of Mind Academy. We’re creating new programs to help more people experience the deep, lasting change that this approach offers. FM: Finally, what are some key signs that someone is ready to embark on a journey like Reprogram Your Mind to Success? What should they expect?
EH: The biggest sign is feeling stuck—whether it’s in your career, relationships, or personal development. If you’ve tried other methods and haven’t gotten the results you want, it’s a good indication that there’s an underlying emotional or mental block holding you back. My program helps remove those barriers. People can expect profound emotional and mental shifts. It’s not always easy, but the freedom, clarity, and success that come after are absolutely worth it. FM: Thank you so much, Eran. Your insights and expertise are truly inspiring. For those interested in learning more about Eran Hafner’s Reprogram Your Mind to Success program or other offerings at the State of Mind Academy, you can visit their website at www.
Creative Credits
- Written by
- Christina Rosas Anastasiou
- Image courtesy
- Eran Hafner
