Andy Downs: Breaking through a breakdown, manifesting love & the adoption process

Manifestation coach Andy Downs on surviving a mental breakdown during the adoption process, and how self-love and authenticity changed his life.Andy opens up about meeting his husband in secret before either of them had come out, and the 17 years since. He also shares the story behind his and his husband's adoption journey — getting approved to adopt two children, only for Andy to suffer a major mental breakdown right before they were due to move in, and how that turning point led him to manifestation and the law of attraction as a career.They get into practical, no-nonsense manifestation advice: the difference between manifesting from ego versus from your authentic self, how to actually manifest love (hint: it starts with self-love and gratitude, not a vision board), and why taking real-world action is the missing half of the law of attraction that most people skip.GIVE YOUR FEEDBACK IN OUR LISTENER SURVEY ⚡️From a young age, Andy Downs knew he wanted an exciting life. However, as he entered adolescence he knew there was something different about him.As a teenager, he knew he was gay, but tried to suppress his sexuality and had accepted this was something he would need to do for the rest of his life.Thankfully, he chose to be his authentic self which resulted in him meeting his now husband. Continuing his journey of self-discovery, Andy focused his attention on self-development before discovering the Law of Attraction and finding his calling in life as a Manifestation coach. Follow Eden on Instagram 💕SUPPORT THE PODCASTEden funds this podcast to bring the highest quality content, the most interesting guests and inspiring conversations whilst working full-time. Please support the podcast by checking out the links below:Sign up to MisterBnB as a guest or host to support the podcast and find your next adventure.Use my code BBQUEERLOVE at checkout to get 85% off your entire purchase at Skin + Me!Show your support for the free content we create by buying us a coffee - mine's a brown sugar oat shaken espresso 😉CREDITSQueer Love Stories is Hosted and produced by Eden Heath, and mixed by Benji Antonio. Follow Queer Love Stories on Instagram 💕Follow Benji on Instagram 💕If you or someone you know has a story to share we'd love to hear from you, send us a message on Instagram or email [email protected] the Show.Get your love story started with Kindling Dating Coaching now 💗 Get your first and fifth Daily Doser for just £3.50 from Skin+Me to finally feel confident in your skin!Support the show