When I got the chance to test and review yet another Mindvalley course, I was ecstatic. After all, I have been very impressed with all the Mindvalley Quests I have taken so far. However, my excitement was replaced by mild skepticism after examining the content of “Uncompromised Life,” the Mindvalley course we are looking at today.
You see, this is an online course based heavily on hypnotherapy. And as much as I am enthusiastic about personal transformation programs, hypnosis was out of my comfort zone at first. So, what made me still give the course a fair shot without any prejudices? Statistics!
I was surprised to find that, according to some trustworthy data sources, hypnotherapy shows a remarkable success rate. According to a study from 1970, hypnotherapy showed a 93% success rate for changing negative thought patterns, raising self-esteem, and improving daily habits. And it did so with fewer sessions needed than in both psychotherapy and behavioral therapy.
Some high-achieving celebrities are also huge fans of hypnotherapy. Tiger Woods, one of the most famous athletes of all time, often used hypnotherapy to keep him focused on the golf field.
The one and only Albert Einstein reportedly gave birth to the theory of relativity while hypnotized. And the list does not end here. Celebrities such as Ellen DeGeneres and Aston Kutcher all credit hypnotherapy with helping them quit smoking.
Facts such as these finally did it for me. I was willing to give Marisa Peer’s highly popular Mindvalley course a try. After all, what did I have to lose?
So, did these eight weeks of hypnotherapy sessions lead me to greater confidence, self-love, and business success? Or will I end up with nothing more than wasted time and a headache?
Let’s find out in this honest review of Uncompromised Life by Marisa Peer.
Here’s a quick guide to this review:
Table of Contents
Who is Marisa Peer?
Marisa Peer is an award-winning therapist, a world-renowned speaker, and a best-selling author. During her career that has spanned for more than three decades, Peer has become a pioneer in the fields of motivational hypnotherapy, sports psychology, and psychotherapy. She is considered one of Britain’s foremost experts on corporate leadership, salesforce empowerment, interpersonal relationships, self-esteem building, and healthy aging. With a resume like that, it is no wonder that Marisa Peer is the therapist of choice for many Hollywood A-listers, Olympic athletes, and even a few crowned heads.
I’m gonna admit, I had never heard of Marisa Peer before. So, to warm up for the “Uncompromised Life” Mindvalley Quest, I decided to look into the famous TEDx talk held by Marisa a few years back.
As you see, Peer manages to provide some invaluable nuggets of wisdom in only 15-minutes. It also helps that she is simply a splendid speaker. Her natural charisma draws you in and gives you that instant motivation boost.
All in all, this video got me hooked for more. And, I was super amped up to embark on this Mindvalley Quest from Marisa Peer. “Uncompromised Life” Mindvalley Quest is heavily based on Rapid Transformation Therapy, one of the key methodologies Marisa Peer uses with her clients. Let’s examine this mysterious method a bit more in-depth.
What is RTT (Rapid Transformational Therapy)?
Since the “Uncompromised Life” Mindvalley Quest is heavily based on Rapid Transformation Therapy, let’s take a quick look at what this much-hyped methodology is all about.
Rapid Transformational Therapy is a form of therapy created and pioneered by Marisa Peer. RTT is about programming the subconscious mind by using aspects from hypnotherapy, hypnosis, and Neuro-Linguistic Programming. Still, RTT is not simply a combination of these traditional methodologies. Traditional forms of therapy can often take a massive toll on your schedule and wallet. RTT has simplified the process. And, according to Peer, rewiring your brain does not have to take a lifetime. In fact, it doesn’t even have to take multiple sessions. This is RAPID therapy, after all.
I admit this sounded a bit ludicrous at first. So, I was quite surprised to hear that RTT has been successfully used to treat phobias, depression, weight issues, addictions, and confidence issues. And, the usefulness of RTT is not only limited to treating various mental/physical ailments. The RTT method is supposedly also a great tool for improving daily productivity, creativity, personal relationships, and motivation levels. In a nutshell, RTT could positively spark the daily lives of people from all walks of life.
But, let’s get more specific and take a look at the content and structure of the “Uncompromised Life” Quest.
What topics does Uncompromised Life cover?
“Uncompromised Life” Quest is about building a winning mindset that will affect all aspects of your life. It does so by using practices and methods based on Rapid Transformational Therapy. The quest itself will take 8 weeks to finish in full. After the class, students will supposedly walk out transformed. They have reprogrammed their brains for success in all areas of their lives. Sounds too good to be true? It does. But, as I said, Marisa Peer is one of the most acclaimed therapists in the world. And, these kinds of accolades don’t just appear out of thin air. So, I will be throwing myself into this Quest without any prejudices.
But, let’s break down the 8 week Quest in greater detail:
- Weeks 1-3 are about giving you the mindset of a winner. Marisa Peer will teach you about the mental habits of very successful people. She will also teach how to fix common limiting beliefs people hold on to.
- Week 4 is about business, money, and relationship success. Here, you will learn how to maximize your brain potential for both personal and professional success.
- Weeks 5-6 are about powerful healing. In this part, Marisa Peer will be addressing both physical and emotional pain that holds us back from living our lives to the fullest.
- Weeks 7-8 are about developing unshakable inner confidence. Self love is crucial because nailing every facet of your professional and personal life is worthless if you still feel useless in your own skin. Therapy is about your personal happiness, remember!
How is the Uncompromised Life Mindvalley Quest structured?
If you already have experiences with Mindvalley quests, some elements of this online course should already be familiar to you. You get your theoretical self-development exercises from the worlds leading experts on the topic. You also get your practical exercises, a Q&A with the tutor, and the chance to share your progress in a Mindvalley community. While “Uncompromised Life” follows a similar structure, there are some key differences. Let’s examine the structure of “Uncompromised Life” in-depth. As an example, have a look at the content of the first week of “Uncompromised Life”:
As you see, each of the 8 weeks has 3 separate lessons. First, you will get an in-depth lesson on optimizing brain performance, well-being, and motivation. The second part of the week (the practice session) will internalize the lessons learned via hypnotizing audio files. These audio files can be listened to wherever and whenever you like. Some people even report falling asleep to the soothing voice of Peer. This is entirely normal and will not jeopardize the effectiveness of the hypnotherapy session. To give you a little sneak peek, here is a screenshot of one of the hypnotic exercises from Marisa Peer:
During the third lesson of the week, Peer hosts a Q&A where all questions raised during the Quest get an in-depth answer. But, even if you have no questions, I suggest watching all the Q&As. They offer even greater insight into the methodology of Peer.
How can you try Uncompromised Life for free?
There ain’t no such thing as a free lunch! Wrong!
Mindvalley offers several great Masterclasses completely free of charge. These masterclasses are led by teachers of their most popular Quests and are fantastic for getting a taste of the full content.
Marisa Peer offers a completely free Masterclass as well. It is a 90-minute class in which Peer gives students an introduction to some of the foundations of her innovative methodology. And, she also leads a live Rapid Transformation Therapy session. But, I will leave a more in-depth introduction to Marisa herself. So, have a look at the trailer of this Mindvalley Masterclass:
If you are still on the fence about purchasing the full “Uncompromised Life” Quest, give the Masterclass a try. You will get a great overview of the methodology and presentation skills of Marisa Peer. And, to be honest, even if you are not planning on taking the full course, this Masterclass is a worthy time investment.
After all, how often do you get the chance to be hypnotized by one of the best therapists in the UK? Plus, the class is entirely free. What have you got to lose? Nothing! If the free Masterclass resonated with you, I would highly suggest purchasing the full course.
In the next paragraph, we will be examining the different pricing options available for “Uncompromised Life”.
How much does Uncompromised Life cost?
$399 will get you access to “Uncompromised Life” on all platforms (Android, iOS, desktop, or tablet). Included in this price are the 8 weeks of premium coaching sessions with Marisa Peer, 4x coaching call recordings, 4x Transformational Hypnotherapy hypnosis tracks, and lifetime access to the Uncompromised Life student community.
If you wish to join the Quest, but don’t want to shell out the whole cost instantly, there is another great option. You can opt to pay for the Quest in three separate installments of $149 each.
Mindvalley is confident in their level of customer experience and the quality of their Quests. Thus, they also offer a 7-day refund policy for the program. Just enroll, and if you are not satisfied with your experience, you are eligible for a no-questions-asked refund. Now that I have given you an overall review of what you can expect from “Uncompromised Life”, let’s get to the good part. In the next paragraph, I will be sharing my personal experiences with “Uncompromised Life” along with my final verdict on this personal transformation class.
Review conclusion: is Uncompromised Life really worth it?
Some of the self-development topics, such as the concept of delayed gratification and positive visualization, were already familiar to me. Still, Marisa Peer did a much better job of explaining and teaching these concepts than any self-help book out there. This is because the course felt very intimate. At times I entirely forgot that I sat behind a computer screen. It felt more like being in a one-on-one therapy session with one of the world’s most acclaimed therapists. Talk about saving money and time!
Now, let’s talk about the hypnotic exercises included in “Uncompromised Life”, did they work?
As I have emphasized several times, I started “Uncompromised Life” with mild skepticism. However, I am glad to say that all my misconceptions and prejudices about hypnotherapy were shattered. Hypnosis does indeed have legitimate positive effects!
Marisa Peer calls her method RAPID Transformational Therapy for a reason. You will notice the positive effects almost right away. For example, my general level of well-being started to improve right after doing the first hypnotherapy sessions. I noticed an improvement in my daily mood, motivation levels, and personal relationships. And, to my astonishment, all these improvements came without any conscious effort on my part. This makes the “Uncompromised Life” a great course for people who do not have time to learn practices such as mindfulness or meditation, yet want to improve their mental health. Just listen to Marisa Peers’s hypnotic exercises while going about your day and reap the benefits. You can even do this while on your daily commute or before falling asleep.
From my experience, there were even some positive “side effects” that I wasn’t prepared for. My quality of sleep has been lackluster for the last few years. But, after a month of being a part of this program, I started to sleep like a rock each night. Coincidence? I don’t think so.
All in all, of all the Mindvalley Quests I have taken, “Uncompromised Life” has surprised me the most. And, in a very positive manner. After all, it converted me (a lifelong skeptic of hypnosis) to someone who listens to hypnotic tracks on a daily basis. If you want to try out this innovative method of self-development yourself, here is the link for the “Uncompromised Life” Quest from Mindvalley.