LOA Today - Your Daily Dose Of Happy

What if everything you’ve been chasing for happiness has been pointing you away from where it actually lives?In this powerful conversation on LOA Today, host Walt and co‑host Jodie Lynn sit down with breathwork teacher and money coach Jon Paul to explore how a simple, uncomfortable breathing technique can unlock decades of trapped pain and reveal a life filled with purpose, joy, and self‑love.Jon Paul begins by sharing his turbulent early life in the Irish enclaves outside Boston - violence, heavy drinking, and deep loss: “I lost six close friends before I was 21. I got stabbed when I was 19 and left for dead.”He describes how alopecia, the sudden loss of his hair during his fitness and acting career, shattered his self‑worth: “My self-esteem, my self-worth, was wrapped up in my looks and that was being stripped away, and it really accelerated my alcohol and drug use.”The pain that had no tools, no guidebook, finally drove him to therapy and 12‑step recovery - steps that got him sober, but still left old trauma buried in his nervous system.Walt asks a question many listeners were likely thinking: “What actually happens in this breathwork stuff?”Jon Paul’s answer changes everything we think we know about “just breathing”: “People think breathwork is relaxing meditation. This isn’t relaxing. This is like saying ‘I do fitness.’ Okay, but do you do CrossFit or yoga? Breathwork is like that.”He explains he teaches circular breathwork, a 30‑minute, mouth‑breathing practice done in a safe space that activates the sympathetic nervous system (fight or flight) specifically to reach stored trauma and emotional pain.The first 10 minutes? Often awful. “Your brain really fights you. It doesn’t want you to shut it off, and you have to push through that to have this big transformational experience.”One of the most striking moments is when Jon Paul describes what happens in the brain: “There’s a thing called transient hypofrontality. Part of the prefrontal cortex, where the critic lives, where the ego lives, can shut down.”For the first time in his life, he felt “enough”: “The first time I ever felt like I was enough was the first time I did this breathwork.”That quieting of the inner critic allowed a massive emotional release - years of grief, anger, and stored experiences finally moving out of his body.Jodie Lynn admits she’s not a natural “yeller,” and shares how past toxic relationships made screaming feel unsafe. Jon Paul responds with an insight that lands deeply: “Men need permission to cry, and women need permission to yell or scream.”At the end of his classes, he has everyone let out a massive yell, often with a gong crashing in the background. It’s raw, primal, and liberating: “When in life do we yell? There’s something there, it felt like years, maybe even other lifetimes of stuff letting out.”Perhaps the most emotionally charged takeaway is John Paul’s reflection on career and purpose: “We have to give up our dreams to step into our destiny. We can keep pursuing something just because we’ve been pursuing it so long and miss something beautiful right in front of us.”Jodie Lynn reframes it brilliantly, adding that we often must surrender our perceived dreams - the ones handed to us by culture, family, and social media - to finally discover a heart‑centered life worth living.In the end, breathwork isn’t presented as a magic fix, but as an actionable, repeatable way to love yourself by doing the hard inner work you’ve been avoiding.“The life that you’re looking for is in the work that you’ve been avoiding.” And this time, that work starts with one uncomfortable, conscious breath.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/jon-paul-crimiJon Paul Crimi's Website: https://breathewithjp.com/Follow the LOA Today podcast: https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#jodielynncraven#loatodayapp#YourDailyDoseOfHappy#Breathwork

What if the very thing that makes you powerful is the thing your subconscious has spent a lifetime shutting down?In this deeply vulnerable and expansive conversation, Walt and Jodie Lynn explore what it means to live with immense spiritual potential while feeling cut off from some of its most common expressions,  especially visualization and direct connection with spirit guides.Early in the discussion, Walt lays out the emotional load he’s been carrying: grief over his cat’s illness, financial pressure from his gardening business, and the stress of creating a last‑minute memorial video for a family celebration of life.Yet even in the middle of all that, he’s also birthing something new: “What about the idea of the three of us creating a new modality, a way as a group to feed each other energy as we’re trying to focus on the things that we’re trying to attract in life?”That raises one of the central questions of the episode: How do we deliberately amplify good-feeling states so they reshape our lives, rather than treating them as fleeting moments?Walt shares a powerful insight he uncovered with the help of AI: if a conversation or experience raises your vibration (like their show “Your Daily Dose of Happy”), you can lock in the benefit by pausing several times later in the day just to re-feel how good it felt - without replaying the whole story: “You literally take a moment and spend a minute or so remembering how it felt to feel good at the end of the show. If you do that three to four times, you’re going to maximize the value of what you got out of doing the show.”Jodie Lynn takes that further with a somatic, body-based practice:Where does joy live in your body?What does fear feel like, and can you make it bigger than smaller, then quiet?She describes guiding people to map emotions in the body, “coding your entire body in your field” with the feeling you want to live in. She also shares her “Care Bear Stare” group exercise, in which everyone collectively sends love energy like a beam from the heart toward one person, often leaving the receiver feeling profoundly lifted.The conversation becomes even more intimate when Walt reveals his lifelong struggle with visualization: “Any image that I get is a pretty dull image, and it’s a static snapshot. As soon as I close my eyes, it’s gone. I can’t hold that image at all.”Why would someone so spiritually drawn be almost locked out of visual inner experience?Together, they explore the possibility that subconscious protection- some early conclusions like “this world is insane; I need to protect myself” may have led Walt’s system to shut down visual and psychic channels to keep him safe.Jodie Lynn suggests that when he finally unlocks this, he may see far more than most people, and will need not just access, but healthy control to turn it on and off.Walt’s recent Reiki session adds a powerful confirmation. A Native American spirit guide appears to the practitioner and symbolically gives him a large feather, a rare and sacred gift, and a message: his long, frustrating journey of “not quite connecting” is almost over, and a much larger journey is about to begin.“I’ve got this intention of doing a lot of stuff. I’m only, like, halfway through my life.”The core takeaway of this conversation is both simple and profound:Your resistance may not be a flaw; it may be protection.Your body is the gateway to the reality you want to create.Tiny, deliberate returns to good-feeling states can reshape your life.And underneath it all, Walt and Jodie Lynn keep circling one truth: “We have more power than we think. It’s not limited to the few. It’s all of us.”LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/changesFollow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#jodielynncraven#loatodayapp#YourDailyDoseOfHappy#EnergyHealing #Reiki #SpiritualAwakening

What happens when the life you built shatters - your child is struggling, your marriage is crumbling, and you realize you’re starting to sound like the parent who hurt you most?In this powerful conversation, Julie joins Walt and JodieLynn to share how losing herself became the doorway to everything she was truly here to be.From the start, Julie frames her journey as a path to becoming an “empowered matriarch” - someone who knows her worth and holds her seat at the table of her own life. She describes how we’re all born with inherent worth, but soon “protectors” take their place at our inner table: old patterns, trauma, ancestral fear. They tell us they’re keeping us safe, but really, they’re keeping us small.A pivotal moment came with the birth of Julie’s second daughter - highly sensitive, reactive, violent at times, and struggling with night terrors and strange inflammation. While other moms around her were exhausted but generally okay, Julie was being pushed past every limit she thought she had.One day, her young daughter slammed her toddler brother’s fingers in a door. Julie snapped. She screamed. She swore. In that instant, she recognized her own mother’s abusive patterns coming through her - something she never wanted to repeat. “This isn’t who I am. This isn’t who I’m here to be.”That breakdown became a begging-for-tools moment. Julie turned to metaphysical practices she’d always been drawn to - Reiki, yoga, meditation, energy healing, and slowly began to respond instead of react. Yoga, especially, became sacred ground where she could “find herself again.”Then came level 10: betrayal and the end of a nearly 20-year marriage. Faced with the option of staying in a loveless but “cushy” arrangement, Julie asked herself a brutal question: “Where is my worth?”Choosing divorce meant four years of excruciating pain - a “death in many ways.” But on the other side, she realized she could never again accept the version of herself who had tolerated that life.This led her to create The Orenda - a mind, body, spirit approach that uses movement, color, intention, and energy to help people reconnect to their essence. Orenda is about putting tools on the table so others can claim their worth too.Throughout the conversation, Walt presses into a key question: Why do some people hit crash-and-burn moments and grow, while others refuse to do the inner work?Julie offers a multi-layered answer: soul contracts, fear of the unknown, lack of tools, and a culture that trains us to live in our heads instead of our heart-brain and gut-brain. She explains how meditation and breath shift us out of fear and into intuition, while Jodi Lynn adds vivid examples from working with horses and energy.One of the most powerful takeaways comes from JodieLynn’s reflection: “When you know your worth, you’ll never settle for less.”Julie’s work, JodieLynn notes, is like changing the crystalline structure of our inner water through words, color, and intention - transforming us from the inside out.By the end, Walt closes with a heartfelt acknowledgment on behalf of all the people Julie will never meet, but has already helped: “You’re making a difference in this world.”This conversation is an invitation and a challenge: Where are you still letting old protectors sit at your table? What pain are you willing to alchemize into worth, wisdom, and a new life?Because once you truly know your worth, staying small stops being an option.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/julie-feldmanJulie Feldman's Website: https://www.aurenda.us/Follow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#jodielynncraven#loatodayapp#YourDailyDoseOfHappy#SelfWorth #HealingJourney #EmpoweredMatriarch #ConsciousParenting #EnergyHealing #Reiki #YogaLife #Breathwork #InnerWork #SpiritualAwakening #Orenda #TraumaHealing #DivorceRecovery #WomenEmpoweringWomen

What if every person you meet, every fleeting moment, every heartbreak, every kindness, is not random at all but divine?In this powerful conversation, Walt and Joel pull back the curtain on what they call divine encounters and reveal how the smallest moments can reshape an entire life.Early on, Walt poses the core question behind the whole episode: Are some encounters truly divine, or is every encounter divine if we let it be?Joel answers not with theory, but with stories.Joel shares a lunch-time encounter with an elderly man in recovery for 50 years. At first, Joel admits he was just trying to eat in peace. Then the man says something strange: “I’m not going to fall in the Grand Canyon today because I’m not at the damn Grand Canyon.”It sounds like nonsense until he connects it to relapse: if you don’t want to relapse, don’t go near the edge. Don’t go to the places, people, and situations that pull you toward it.A “random” old man at lunch becomes a spiritual and practical teacher in five minutes.Walt reflects on his own powerful encounter with Joel: an interview in 2012, when Joel was guest number 12 on a brand-new podcast.Walt recalls thinking it was just “one good episode.” Almost a year later, he reached out, unsure Joel would even respond. That one decision turned into a long-term friendship and co-hosting partnership - a life-changing encounter neither could have predicted.How many “one-time” meetings in your own life were actually beginnings in disguise?Joel opens up about one of the most pivotal encounters of his life - when everything had fallen apart. He was homeless, jobless, facing felony charges, and with nowhere to go. He got into his car, turned on the radio, and at that exact moment heard someone talking about a gambling helpline. The number was toll-free, which mattered because he had no money.That call led Joel to Rick, the man who took him in when he was broke and broken - someone who became his business partner and lifelong friend: “That one encounter was the foundation for everything that I have today.”What are the odds he would turn on the radio at that precise moment? Walt calls it exactly what it is: law of attraction in action.Both men talk openly about loss - Walt’s beloved cat, Joel’s son TJ, and friendships that ended without clear explanation. They refuse to sugarcoat trauma, yet they lean into one core idea: You can’t control what happens, but you can learn to shape your response.Walt admits there was a time he laughed at the idea that you could choose your reaction. Now, he sees every encounter as a chance to practice that choice to respond with appreciation instead of fear.Joel describes using gratitude as his emotional reset button: listing what’s right in his life, what didn’t happen “today” that once did - homelessness, jail, devastating loss. Even his “worst days” become part of a larger, divine tapestry.Walt finally asks the question many listeners are thinking: “Have you ever had an encounter that just really wasn’t worthwhile?”Joel’s answer is striking: On the surface, yes. In reality, probably no.He recalls a 12-year-old boy he once casually helped at the gym. Years later, that boy, now a strong young man, approached Joel and said: “You changed my life, I never missed a day in the gym after that.”For Joel, it was a forgettable three-minute interaction. For that boy, it was a turning point.So the real invitation from this conversation is simple and deeply challenging:What if you treated every encounter - every person, every moment, every loss, every kindness - as divine, before you know how the story ends?LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/divine-encountersFollow the LOA Today podcast: https://www.loatoday.net/follow#loatoday#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#joelelston#DivineEncounters #EmotionalHealing #GratitudePractice #Synchronicity #SpiritualGrowth #TraumaAndHealing #LifeLessons

When Jessica Taylor left home on November 15, 1969, she thought she was simply picking up supplies for her cosmetic studio. Instead, a single misstep sent her plummeting down a dark staircase, shattering her skull and erasing her entire memory.“My slate was wiped clean, all memory of everything in my life and what life was, gone. Totally all memory was gone.”In a recent episode of LOA Today, host Walt Thiessen invited Jessica to share how that devastating accident became the doorway to a lifelong metaphysical awakening and what it can teach us about consciousness, soul, and who we really are.After the fall, Jessica didn’t recognize her husband, her daughters, or even herself. There were no MRIs, no CAT scans, and no hospital insurance for her immigrant family. She was sent home after two weeks, where the real struggle began.“I literally had to start all over again, learning everything from scratch.”She had what she calls a Third Eye vision - like a tiny, hyper-detailed television series in her forehead of about twenty women standing on grand steps in front of a white building. She could see lips moving, eyes blinking, every detail.Later, she watched what looked like the sun falling from the sky - a terrifying “sun spin” experience that she later found mirrored in historical accounts from places like Fatima and Bosnia.When Walt asked how long she had lived in this metaphysical overlap, Jessica didn’t hesitate: “Oh, for years. For years, I seemed to wake up in the metaphysical world. I didn’t know the reality of this world.”A spiritual man eventually urged Jessica to go to the library and “just start studying.” What happened next felt fated. “The books literally fell out, my readers say, ‘Jessica, your name was on them. They were waiting for you.’”Those books? Encyclopedias from the Vatican, introducing her to theological science - the science of the supernatural. She learned about Theurgy, an almost forgotten term for people who tapped directly into what she calls God consciousness: healing, clairvoyance, deep spiritual insight.She later met a retired Canon of the Roman Catholic Church who quietly shared “secrets of theology” he had never been allowed to tell his congregation - teachings about reincarnation, hidden biblical texts, and a universe alive with consciousness.Through decades of study, Jessica came to a simple but radical understanding: “The universe is alive, it emits a conscious energy to all life on planet Earth. I call it God consciousness instead of the word God.”Walt connected this to the work of Neville Goddard and other teachers of the Law of Attraction, who also describe a universal consciousness expressing through everything. Together, they explored:Is everything conscious - even a bottle on a desk?Does the soul carry our energy from life to life?Are we separate from God are we God in expression?Jessica believes every being has a vibrational frequency tied to its accomplishments and growth. Raising that vibration means transcending anger, jealousy, greed, and fear. “One of the things I was blessed with was that I rose above anger, jealousy, greed, hatred, envy, in all those 60 years.”For years, she slept with barbiturates under her pillow, suicidal but unable to leave her family or ignore the quiet pull of her higher self, whom she affectionately calls Yiska.Today, despite a permanent brain injury, she has written two books and guides others to a more holistic, soul-based view of life. Walt summed it up beautifully: her tragedy became a tremendous gift not only for her, but for anyone ready to awaken to a universe that is conscious, loving, and always calling us home.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/jessica-taylorJessica Taylor's Website: https://jessicaetaylor.org/Follow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#jodielynncraven

What if the quality of your life is not random, not unfair, and not “just the way it is” but a precise reflection of the standards you quietly live by every single day?In this powerful conversation, Walt and Joel unpack how much our lives are shaped not by what we say we want, but by what we’re actually willing to accept, repeat, and tolerate - in love, in work, in health, and in how we treat ourselves.Walt asks a question most of us live but never say out loud: “Which organ is the standard coming from? Is it coming from my heart, or is it coming from my brain?”He shares that when he finally decided, “I can always trust my heart” and let his heart make the final decision. Using his brain only as a tool, not the boss - life got “a whole lot easier.” Choices became kinder, calmer, and more aligned with joy.Joel explains why this shift is so hard. The brain is constantly scanning for danger using old failures as evidence: “The brain is scanning the horizon for problems, using historical events, where the heart is simply saying, ‘Okay, well, let’s give that a shot, see what happens.’”So when your brain and heart disagree, your standards decide who wins.One of the most uncomfortable takeaways from this conversation is that people often defend beliefs and patterns that are quietly destroying them.Walt admits he used to cling to things that hurt him: “I didn’t feel good about myself. If we don’t have ourselves to hang on to, we have to find something else, ‘I’m going to be right about this thing, even if I’m wrong.’”Joel sees this every day in his coaching work: people whose lives don’t match what they say they want, because their actions match their wounds, not their standards. He puts it simply: “You’re living a life that you’re willing to accept.”So how do you change standards that live deep in your nervous system? Not with a single insight but with repetition.Joel talks about his decades-long routines: writing five things every morning, walking, and going to the gym every day, even through COVID. When he woke up from an anxious dream with his heart racing, he didn’t analyze it to death. He went straight to his routine, and his system regulated itself.Walt ties this to neuroplasticity and standards: “Those neural pathways are going to pay off when I have a day like the one where I need to just wake up from the bad dream and get past it quickly.”The message: your routines are not just habits; they are physical proof of your standards.If someone watched your life for a week - your choices, your reactions, your routines, and then answered this question: “What are this person’s real standards?”Would you like their answer?Because whether you’re following your heart or your fears, your life already reflects it.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/your-life-reflects-your-standardsFollow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#loatoday#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#joelelston#LawOfAttraction #PersonalStandards #SelfWorth #FollowYourHeart #MindsetShift #EmotionalHealing #SelfLove #Neuroplasticity #DailyHabits #EnergyWork #ConsciousLiving #Alignment #FlowState #SpiritualGrowth #InnerWork

What if the worst thing that ever happened to you became the doorway to the life you actually want?That’s the emotional heartbeat of this powerful conversation between Walt, Anne-Marie, and guest Dwight, who shared how a full-blown health crisis and career burnout forced him to reclaim his life, purpose, and freedom.For years, Dwight was the classic high-performing IT consultant: a global internet security specialist, running a computer consulting firm, a retail store, and a service division. He wore exhaustion like a badge of honor. “I used to go days on end without sleep, it’d be nothing for us to be up three days,” Dwight recalled.Then his body pulled the emergency brake.At a casual birthday gathering, a friend accused him of “winking” too much. Confused, Dwight went to the bathroom and realized the right side of his face was paralyzed. It was a severe facial-nerve event tied directly to stress and exhaustion. “I went into the bathroom, and the right side of my face was paralyzed. In three months, I couldn’t work”.Doctors and a long-time friend delivered a brutal truth: if he didn’t change, he might not be around much longer. That friend also challenged him: “You make a good six-figure income, but you’re broke all the time. You need to do something different”.That painful wake-up call led Dwight out of IT and into financial education and coaching - but done his way: relationship-first, heart-first, and purpose-driven.Walt connected deeply with that arc. He shared his own crash in 2008 - business destroyed, years of debt, and profound burnout as an IT guy who was good at the work but never really loved it. That burnout eventually pushed him to create his podcast and, later, discover a genuine passion for AI: “For the first time in my life, I actually like IT. AI is like, " Oh my God, this is so much fun” .Both men asked the same pivotal question in different words:Do I really want to keep living this way?If not, what am I willing to do about it?Dwight framed it simply: " Are you 'the willing”? “Are you willing to embrace the uncomfortable? If you’re not willing, then be honest with yourself and be honest with me. I’m going to go help somebody, that’s the willing”.A major takeaway was the shift from brain-only living to heart-centered living. Walt described the turning point: “My heart never misleads me. My brain is really, really good at misleading me. My heart never gets it wrong”.Dwight reinforced that with a simple physical practice, hands over heart - as a reminder that the heart is the true compass: “This is more of a north on a compass than this is. This fools itself. This reacts in real time”.Anne-Marie pulled it all together with one core theme: be kind to yourself, build awareness, and refuse to have a bad day by always finding the silver lining - even if it’s as simple as, “I opened my eyes today.”So ask yourself:Where am I still on the hamster wheel?Am I willing to be “the willing”?Am I listening to my brain’s fear or my heart’s quiet truth?Because as this conversation proved, burnout and crisis aren’t the end of the story. They can be the beginning of finally living life on purpose, not by accident.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/dwight-heckDwight Heck's Website: http://www.giveaheck.com/Follow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#manifesting#vibration#podcast#Q&A#waltthiessen#annemarieyoung#YourDailyDoseOfHappy#BurnoutRecovery #LiveOnPurpose #HeartCenteredLiving #MentalHealth #SelfAwareness #PersonalGrowth #LifeAfterBurnout #EmotionalIntelligence #ChooseYourFocus #LOAToday #ReclaimYourLife #InnerWork #MindsetShift

When Walt sat down with life coach and LOA teacher Joel for an episode of Your Daily Dose of Happy, a simple phrase from one of Joel’s TikToks became the doorway to a powerful, uncomfortable truth: “Excuses are expensive.”At first glance, it sounds like a clever slogan. But as Walt admitted, the moment he read it, he realized how true it was - we pay a real price for excuses, while getting nothing of value in return.Joel explained that for him, excuses are usually a procrastination tool and often a symptom of something deeper: a victim mindset. He doesn’t want excuses from people who work with him. As he put it, he’s fine with someone saying, “I got 4 of the 5 things done; I’ll do the last one tomorrow.” What he doesn’t want is the story:  “My dog did this, this happened, and that’s why I couldn’t do it.”Walt pushed the idea further, asking why people cling so hard to excuses. His take: we’re often pre‑emptively defending ourselves from anticipated blame. We’re bracing for the blame game, so we start playing it first. Joel agreed, connecting this to the broader culture of blame, where responsibility is dodged instead of owned.One of the most powerful moments came when Joel described appearing before a judge back in 1995 for crimes related to his gambling addiction. The public defender told him, “Everybody pleads not guilty.” Joel refused. When the judge asked for his plea, he simply said, “I’m guilty, Your Honor.”Joel didn’t use his addiction as a shield: “That’s not an excuse. I knew exactly what I was doing. I stole the money, and I’m ready to pay the price.”Instead of five years in prison, the judge gave him 30 days and probation, openly admiring his courage. That moment became a cornerstone of Joel’s philosophy: radical responsibility moves life forward; excuses freeze it.Walt contrasted excuses vs. explanations. Both are rooted in real events, but they’re used differently. An excuse carries emotional charge and self‑protection. An explanation simply states what happened without trying to dodge responsibility. As Walt noted, when Joel described his gambling at sentencing, he was offering context, not justification - fact without victimhood.The conversation then turned to relationships and the destructive need to “be right.” Walt shared how he realized that, when he insisted on being right with someone he loved, what he was really doing was trying to prove they were wrong and unconsciously choosing “being right” over the relationship itself.Joel now regularly asks people, “Is being right worth more than the person you care about?”A recurring theme throughout the conversation: energy. Excuses, blame, and the quest to be right are emotionally expensive. They drain energy that could be invested in healing, action, connection, and joy. As Joel put it, the faster he simply accepts what is and asks, “What’s my next step?” the easier life becomes.In the end, Walt and Joel brought it back to happiness and responsibility: when you drop the excuses, you don’t just lose your defenses - you gain your power back.Key Takeaway Questions to Ask Yourself:Where am I making excuses instead of taking action?Am I offering an excuse, or a simple explanation without blame?Is being right more important to me than this person I care about?What is my next actionable step, right now?LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/excuses-are-expensiveFollow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#loatoday#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#joelelston#ExcusesAreExpensive #RadicalResponsibility #LawOfAttraction #PersonalGrowth #EmotionalMaturity #VictimMindset #NoMoreBlame #SelfAwareness #MindsetShift #DailyDoseOfHappy

What if the part of you that hurts the most is also the part of you that knows the way home?In this powerful conversation on LOA Today, Christine shares how growing up with a brilliant physician father and an alcoholic mother launched a lifelong quest to answer one haunting inner question: “I need a doctor. I need somebody to help me. I need some help. I need somebody to fix me.”As a child, she had access to medical excellence, but not to the emotional safety she desperately needed. The family looked solid on the outside -success, status, financial comfort but, as Christine put it, “We had an interesting shell of a life, there was a lot missing on the inside.”There were no emotional conversations, only trauma, distance, and a deep, unspoken loneliness. That gap pushed her into a lifelong search: How do we heal?Christine devoured psychology books as a teen, explored countless modalities - psychology, plant medicine, reflexology, bodywork and eventually earned a master’s in Counseling Psychology. But the real turning point came when she faced the grief she had buried for decades: “It took me into my 40s before I could really acknowledge it and feel the grief and feel the child that was extremely afraid and felt abandoned.”During her graduate program, in the “strange safety net” of learning to help others, she finally turned toward her own wounded inner child. This is where the conversation dives into one of the deepest themes of the episode: the wounded healer.Christine realized that if she tried to heal others instead of healing herself, she would always be unconsciously using clients to fix her own pain. So she made a new commitment:Heal herself while helping others.Clear her own patterns so she could be “a clear channel” for her clients.Stop “secretly, subversively, unconsciously” trying to heal herself through them.Host Walt connected this to his own experiences as a Reiki practitioner and former partner of a psychotherapist. He echoed a vital truth his ex-wife learned from a supervisor: “It’s not your job to heal them. It’s your job to provide the information. It’s their job to heal themselves.”Christine’s work as a clinical hypnotherapist rests on that same foundation of empowerment. She dismantles the myth that hypnosis is about losing control: Hypnotherapy, she explains, is actually about giving people more control over their minds, not less.She collaborates with clients to craft language that fits their truth and their goals, then delivers those suggestions to the subconscious in a relaxed, focused state. It’s not magic. It’s a partnership.Throughout the episode, Walt keeps returning to one core insight: “You can always trust your heart, but the last thing we’re willing to trust is our own heart.”Christine admits she didn’t even know how to feel her heart for a long time. Her parents never mirrored her, never reflected back, “Oh my gosh, I just love you so much.” So she had to learn later in life how to recognize and interpret those heart signals.The big takeaway?Healing isn’t something a guru, doctor, or therapist does to you.Healing is what happens when you reclaim your heart, your story, and your sovereignty.Helpers - whether they’re hypnotherapists, Reiki practitioners, or friends don’t fix you. They help you clear the blockages so your own “spark of the divine” can do what it’s always wanted to do: heal.You can’t think your way to that kind of healing. But you can feel your way there. One brave step, one released pattern, one kinder thought toward yourself at a time.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/christine-brodmerkelChristine Brodmerkel's Website: https://christinebrodmerkelhypnotherapy.com/Follow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#Q&A#waltthiessen#annemarieyoung#HealingJourney #WoundedHealer #InnerChildHealing #TraumaRecovery #EmotionalHealing #Hypnotherapy #Reiki #SelfCompassion #TrustYourHeart

“What do you do when nothing’s changing, even though you say you want your life to be different?”That’s the unspoken question at the heart of this powerful conversation between Walt and Joel, where they explore what Joel calls the Law of Action - the missing piece so many people leave out of the Law of Attraction.From the start, Joel makes his stance crystal clear: “I have never been successful using the law of attraction and not taking action. I’ve never been the guy who sat on the couch, and a guy with a million-dollar check showed up.”For Joel, action isn’t optional. It’s the ignition key. Even the wrong action is better than no action, because movement allows life (or the universe, or God, depending on your belief system) to redirect you, like a GPS that only works once the car is moving.Walt presses the point with a real-world example: a young woman recovering from a devastating car accident and depression. He highlights her choices:She didn’t just stay where she was.She changed therapists four or five times.She kept taking action, even when it was hard.To Walt, the lesson is obvious: “It was the action she took, the repeated action, the adjusting action that made all the difference in the world in terms of her healing.” Joel agrees. Action isn’t just physical; it’s also mental action - choosing to try again, to shift, to refine.Joel weaves in ideas from Atomic Habits: when the staircase of change looks like 1,000 impossible steps, you don’t climb them all - you just take the next one. “Break it down to the next step, always be moving forward. Doesn’t mean there’s always forward progress, but it’s still action.”He shares how he launched a complex intensive outpatient program in a matter of days by starting messy - inviting beta patients for free, accepting a “train wreck” day one, and then engineering improvements from the chaos.Walt connects this to software development - ship, break, fix, repeat. Joel links it to Elon Musk’s rockets blowing up on purpose so engineers can learn exactly where the system fails. Failure, in this worldview, isn’t condemnation. It’s data.A powerful theme emerges when Joel opens up about living with ADHD. His mind wakes up at full speed every day: “Imagine having a brain, where you wake up, and everything happens all at once in your brain.”For him, structure is not a prison; it’s freedom. Routines, workouts, meditation, and a tightly organized schedule keep his powerful brain from turning on itself. When he tried a “free” unstructured day, even napping was impossible. The takeaway?The “right” system is deeply personal. Walt found calm through mirror work, not structure. Joel found sanity through structure, not slowing down. Both discovered the same principle:You must find the processes that work for your nervous system.Then take action within those processes every day.Walt and Joel both return, again and again, to vibration and hope. You don’t have to be high-vibe all the time. On your worst days, the win might simply be:Getting out of bed.Eating something.Saying, “I have hope that there could be hope.”As Joel puts it, even moving from “no hope” to “I have hope that there is hope” is progress.The real question they leave you with is this: What is one tiny, imperfect action you can take today that starts your own GPS and lets life finally begin to redirect you?LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/law-of-actionFollow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#loatoday#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#joelelston#LawOfAction #LawOfAttraction #MindsetMatters #TakeAction #ADHD #StructureAndFreedom #PersonalGrowth #SelfDevelopment #EmotionalHealing #RecoveryJourney #AtomicHabits #HopeAndHealing #HighVibration #Resilience #WaltThiessen #JoelElston

Sometimes life whispers. Sometimes it nudges. And sometimes, as Walt put it, it brings out the “two by four method.”That’s exactly what happened to Carolyn, whose life changed in a split second during a devastating car accident in her senior year of college - a moment that nearly ended her life and ultimately transformed it.“I was a senior in college. I was in a life‑threatening car accident, and I grabbed my seat belt seconds before the accident,” Carolyn shared. “I was lucky to be alive. It was a huge turning point for me, because I had struggled so many years with depression and anxiety, it finally was that little shift I needed to wake up and focus on what was important in life.”Walt asked the question that so many people secretly wonder after a crisis: “People go through these ‘crash and burn’ moments and they come out the other side and then they say, ‘I never want to have to go through it again, but it was the best thing that ever happened to me.’ Was it the best thing that ever happened to you?”Carolyn didn’t dodge the weight of that question: “That’s such a loaded question, but honestly, in a way, yes. It just forced me to tackle my mental health issues and confront all the demons I’d been trying to ignore.”From that moment forward, she stopped just existing and started living. Writing became her lifeline. What many people do privately in a journal, Carolyn did through a book - “Unbreakable” turning raw pain into words that could help others.“Writing was the thing that poured out of me,” she explained. “It was the most healing thing for me. I got to write things down and just let them go.”Gratitude and mindfulness also reshaped her inner world. After the accident, Carolyn began practicing gratitude almost daily, not as a trendy habit, but as a survival skill: “Looking at life with gratitude was something that I didn’t really do until after that accident, now I try to practice that almost daily and just really find little things to be grateful for.”Simple practices - like her therapist’s “deep three” breathing tool - became powerful anchors: “You take three deep breaths, it regulates your nervous system. If you’re in a manic state or you’re about to panic, it helps reset. I’ve practiced it over and over, and it really helps calm me down.”The conversation also explored the courage it takes to get help. Carolyn was honest about her years of depression, anxiety, self‑harm, and the struggle to find the right therapist. She even admitted to once going to therapy and pretending everything was fine: “Don’t go to the therapist and lie to them either, because that is only going to hurt you in the end.”Her journey also includes living with a nonverbal learning disability and learning to see it not as a flaw, but as part of her superpower - the part that can write a song in 10 minutes and craft a book that reaches people exactly when they need it most.One review captured the impact perfectly: a reader said the book “didn’t resonate” at first - until they went through their own trauma, came back to it, and found it helped them through an incredibly hard time.That’s the ripple effect of being, as Carolyn titled her book, Unbreakable: “Even if you think some pieces are shattered or broken, they’re really not, because you can always pick up the pieces, and that’s what makes you unbreakable.”Key Takeaway: You may not control the crash, but you can choose what you build from the wreckage. Therapy, gratitude, mindful breathing, honest connection, and sharing your story can turn a breaking point into a doorway to purpose.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/carolyn-sophia-skowronCarolyn Sophia Skowron's Website: https://www.carolynsophia.com/Follow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#manifesting#vibration#podcast#Q&A#waltthiessen#annemarieyoung#YourDailyDoseOfHappy#Unbreakable #MentalHealth #DepressionRecovery #AnxietySupport #Gratitude #Mindfulness #Resilience #CarAccidentSurvivor

What if the smallest moment - a single question, a single choice could begin to rewrite your entire life story?In this powerful conversation on LOA Today, Walt, JodieLynn, and guest Doug explore addiction, forgiveness, recovery, and the quiet power of asking, “What if?”Their stories remind us that transformation doesn’t always arrive as a lightning bolt. Sometimes, it begins with waking up in the center seat of an airplane, with no idea how you got there.Doug describes his past with disarming honesty: drugs, alcohol, theft, and the collapse of his father’s business. He remembers the moment he realized how far he had fallen, flying back home after stealing the last of the money: “I had to fly back and face him. And it was at that point that I realized my life's probably not going in the way it should be going.”But what happened next wasn’t punishment. It was a doorway. Doug’s father lost his business and much of his financial security, yet chose forgiveness over resentment. Doug recalls: “You know that man never resented me for it, he became probably one of my biggest fans.”One of the most emotional threads in this conversation is the question: Who shows up when you’re in the hole? Walt shares the story of a man who falls into a hole, and the friend who jumps in with him: “Yeah, but I've been down here before, and I know the way out.”Doug experienced his own version of that when he walked into a 12-step meeting and saw two fishermen, customers from his old store, standing on either side of him: “One of them looks at the other and then looks at me, goes, we've been waiting on you.”The conversation repeatedly returns to one key idea: everything can happen for the better, even when it looks unbearable in the moment. Doug quotes his mentor, Fred: “Everything that's happened in my life happened for the best. I just didn't know it always at the time.”JodieLynn echoes this from her own life, including surviving childhood trauma and financial collapse in her twenties: “I remember being shook when I saw that phrase and actually tested it against my life and the crappy things that happened, always something better.”So where does “What if?” come in?Doug’s book Start With What If grew out of a simple yet profound intervention early in his recovery. Overwhelmed by the damage he’d caused, someone gently reframed his world: “What if today, you just went a day without a drink or a drug?”From there, Doug turned what if from a phrase of regret - “What if I hadn’t ruined everything?” into a tool of possibility: “What if I changed how I think about this moment?”He teaches a simple three-step What If Rule: Pause. Question. Go.Interrupt the autopilot, ask a better what if, then take one small action. JodieLynn beautifully ties the episode together by asking us to bring this down to the present moment: “What if we just focused on this moment today? What would change? How would our lives be better?”The real magic of this conversation isn’t in a massive, dramatic change. It’s in the invitation to ask yourself, starting right now: What if today was enough to begin again?What if one question could be the first step out of your own hole?LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/doug-fleenerDoug Fleener's Website: https://www.dougfleener.com/Follow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#jodielynncraven#loatodayapp#YourDailyDoseOfHappy#WhatIf #LOAToday #RecoveryJourney #EmotionalHealing #MindsetShift #Forgiveness #SelfWorth #PersonalGrowth #DailyPractice #StartWithWhatIf #AddictionRecovery #LifeLessons #SpiritualGrowth #ConsciousLiving #InnerWork

What do you do when the pain feels like it will never end?That quiet, hidden question was underneath everything in this heart-opening conversation about healing, grief, and the power of energy.Walt began by sharing the rawness of losing his cat Joy just three and a half weeks earlier and then discovering that Joy’s sister, Harmony, is facing the same kidney condition.The emotional whiplash of back‑to‑back losses brought him face-to-face with a powerful truth: “It’s rough. It’s really, really rough. It’s almost like life is piling it on top of you.”From there, Walt and life coach and LOA teacher Joel opened up a deeply human exploration of what healing really is and what it isn’t.Joel made an honest admission that many people are afraid to say out loud: “The loss of my son, TJ. I don’t think I’ve healed from that. I don’t think I will ever.”Instead, Joel describes living in what he calls “remission from the grief,” where the grief is not gone, but it no longer dominates every moment. Healing, in this sense, is not erasing the pain, but learning to live around it, to integrate it, and to let it shape us without completely breaking us.Walt reframed healing as the decrease in the intensity and frequency of breakdown moments over time. He recalled how, after putting Joy down, he collapsed into tears dozens of times a day, then watched those episodes slowly lessen. The pain didn’t vanish, but it became less constant, less overwhelming, more survivable.The conversation turned from emotional healing to physical and energetic healing, especially around Harmony’s surprising improvement.Harmony had stopped eating. The prognosis was that once she declined, improvement was unlikely. Yet after receiving Reiki, focused love, and attention, she began eating again, sometimes even without the appetite medication.Walt asked a powerful question that many quietly wonder: “Isn’t this an example of how, through the power of our thoughts or the power of our emotion, our love, that we can actually help somebody else?”Joel responded by sharing research and stories about energy healing and distant intention, where people improved even when they didn’t know anyone was praying for or focusing on them. He pointed out that while modern medicine has limits, the body’s capacity to heal, under the right emotional and energetic conditions, goes “way beyond the comprehension of modern medicine.”Walt and Joel also questioned the rigid structures of modern medicine and institutional thinking. They discussed:Doctors constrained by corporate employersMedical standards that keep moving the goalpostsThe pressure to follow party lines in medicine, religion, and addiction treatmentThe courage (and risk) of quietly practicing a more expansive view of healingThe deeper takeaway: healing is personal, individual, and often far more possible than we’re told. It may involve medicine, but it must also involve mindset, environment, belief, support, and energy.Joel’s closing thought captured the heart of the conversation: “We are far more capable of healing than anybody even realizes. I don’t think we scratch the surface of that part of healing.”In the end, this wasn’t just a conversation about death, illness, and systems. It was about choosing to believe in our own capacity to heal, emotionally, physically, and spiritually - even when life gives us every reason to give up.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/healingFollow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#loatoday#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#joelelston#HealingJourney #GriefAndGrowth #EnergyHealing #Reiki #LawOfAttraction #EmotionalHealing #PetLoss #SelfAdvocacy #HolisticHealth #MindBodySpirit #LOAToday #ConsciousLiving #SpiritualAwakening #PowerOfLove #Resilience

What if the person you’ve trusted for years turns out to be a complete illusion?That’s the emotional earthquake Justin describes in his conversation with Walt and Jodie Lynn - a collapse so profound it didn’t just end a relationship; it rewired his life’s purpose.Justin shares how his partner of eight years suddenly “ruptured the marriage” in a way that, as he puts it, “was not consistent with the values that she had set throughout the relationship for eight years”. While he was reeling, she quietly transferred tens of thousands of dollars to herself and her mother. Looking back, he calls it a “horrific Gone Girl type experience, similar to being, you know, paralyzed on an operating table and the surgeon’s carving away at you, having fun”.The obvious question Walt raises is: how does something like this happen to intelligent, caring people? And why don’t we see the red flags?Justin admits, “Apparently I’m really bad at finding red flags, or I used to be”. That painful admission became the seed of his dating safety app, Cray. Instead of letting the trauma destroy him, he asked a different question: How can I make sure this doesn’t happen to someone else?Drawing on his background in app development, he helped launch the first concussion app in 2011. Justin spent 18 months turning his landmines into guardrails for others. Every trick he encountered online - catfishing, blackmail attempts, and financial manipulation became another safety feature. As he puts it, “Over 18 months, as I stepped on these landmines, I built in safety protocols in the app to try and help people to avoid them too”.A central theme of the conversation is love bombing - a tactic many people feel but don’t have language for. When Walt asks, “What exactly is love bombing?”, Justin explains it as the overwhelming, movie-level affection that feels like a dream but is engineered to hook you: “You feel like you have your best cheerleader sitting next to you while they’re strangling you to death, and you not knowing”.Jodie Lynn adds her own lived experience of missing glaring warning signs - being told she wasn’t “allowed” to see her own brother, ignoring violent outbursts, shrinking from a confident woman into “a little mouse” who just did her work in the corner. Later, she realized, “I am the common denominator in all of this, and I need to take responsibility for the way that I’m living”. That decision led her to hire a relationship coach long before getting into her next relationship.Both Justin and Jodie Lynn return to one crucial takeaway: healing starts with self-love and boundaries. Justin says, “If you love yourself, then boundaries are a natural, secondary consequence”. Walt reinforces that the way we talk to ourselves - through journaling, affirmations, and mirror work can be the turning point that stops the cycle of abusive partners and manipulative dynamics.Justin’s app, Cray Dating Safety, is his way of standing guard beside people who are young, newly divorced, or healing from trauma - those least likely to recognize danger early. “If it could happen to me, I had to make sure it didn’t happen to anyone else,” he says.In a dating world full of masks, illusions, and expertly staged performances, this conversation leaves us with a hard but hopeful truth: the red flags are there.The real work and the real freedom are learning to see them, trust ourselves, and walk away.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/justin-smithJustin Smith's Website: http://cray.app/Follow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#jodielynncraven#loatodayapp#YourDailyDoseOfHappy#DatingSafety #RedFlags #LoveBombing #EmotionalAbuseRecovery #SelfLoveFirst #BoundariesMatter #TraumaHealing #OnlineDatingSafety #CrayDatingSafety #HealthyRelationships

When Walt opened the show by sharing that his beloved cat Joy had just passed from kidney failure, “This is also my daily dose of happy. I really need it today,” the conversation instantly shifted from a typical Law of Attraction chat to a raw exploration of grief, love, and what it truly means to be “ready.”Walt described the brutal week leading up to Joy’s passing: “I literally spent every day with him, I think I gave him about 30 hours of lap time over a three day period.”He poured Reiki, time, and love into Joy, watching how the energy eased his suffering: “Every time that I did give him the attention, he calmed right down every single time.” Still, when it came to the ultimate decision to end Joy’s suffering, Walt was “absolutely locked up.”The episode’s core theme came from a TikTok-inspired title: “Ready Is Not a Feeling.” Joel explained that waiting to feel ready is how we get stuck: “Ready is a decision. It’s not a feeling. If you keep waiting for the perceived perfect conditions, they never come.”Joel shared stories of people waiting for the “right time” to have children, and then being surprised with triplets. He talked about job loss, sudden tragedy, and how life’s plot twists never arrive on our schedule. His point: you almost never feel ready, but you’re still called to act.Walt pushed the idea further by asking whether “ready” even belongs in the equation at all: “Is it possible that ready actually doesn’t play a significant role in any role?”Joel agreed it’s largely a story we tell ourselves. Life doesn’t wait for our readiness; it demands a response. That led Walt to reframe “responsible” as “able to respond,” not a burden handed down by society, but a sacred opportunity to choose our perspective and our next step.Yet both acknowledged that in the deepest pain, like when Joel’s son TJ died or when Walt was watching Joy struggle to drink water, choice doesn’t feel available in the moment.Joel admitted there was “no rational thought” in the early days of his loss; he survived by going to the gym over and over, just to make it to bedtime. Later, though, he chose what to do with that pain. He decided to work harder, study more, adopt another child, and live, in his words, for two people.Walt mirrored this with his own experience, noticing how our minds can eventually reshape trauma. He described how he once feared emotions would last forever, only to discover that intense feelings often pass in minutes if we allow ourselves to feel them fully.One of the most touching moments came when Walt revealed that, just before Joy was put to sleep, he whispered a secret password in Joy’s ear so that, when Walt eventually crosses over, Joy can greet him and confirm their eternal connection.In the end, this conversation wasn’t just about grief. It was about agency in the face of what we cannot control. We may never be ready for loss, for endings, or for sudden change. But as Joel put it, “Your power exists in your response.” And as Walt discovered, sometimes the bravest decision is the one that ends a loved one’s suffering, even when every part of you wants to hold on.You may never feel ready. You may never feel okay. But you are always, quietly, profoundly, able to respond.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/ready-is-not-a-feelingFollow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#loatoday#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#joelelston#GriefAndHealing #ReadyIsNotAFeeling #EmotionalResilience #LawOfAttraction #ConsciousChoice #PetLoss #SpiritualPerspective #HealingJourney #LOAToday #WaltThiessen #JoelElston

Insecurities are usually a part of ourselves that we want to hide. But in this powerful, vulnerable conversation, Joel and Walt turn that idea on its head and show how insecurity can become a doorway to growth, authenticity, and even freedom.Early in the conversation, Walt asks a deceptively simple question: “How is it that we have a number of different institutions where there’s a crumbling effect going on, and one of the essential pieces is insecurity?”That question launches a deep exploration of how insecurity shows up in childhood, in social groups, in religion, in politics, in money, in aging, and even in our most personal love relationships.Joel shares how he used to be paralyzed by insecurity - missing opportunities because he was afraid of embarrassment or not feeling “worthy.” A turning point came when a mentor suggested a bold strategy: whenever someone asked for a volunteer, be the first one to raise your hand. Joel explains that he often “screwed it up,” but that was the point. By choosing to step forward, he refused to let insecurity make his decisions for him.He gives a painful but illuminating childhood memory: as a boy, he loved to sing loudly in the church choir. Then one day, the choir director told him in front of everyone, “Joel, just move your lips.”That single shaming moment created a lifelong story: “I can’t sing.” It’s a vivid example of how quickly a confident child can become an insecure adult.Walt pushes on the definition of insecurity by bringing up his cat’s decline and his fear of losing him. He wonders aloud if that fear is insecurity or just love. Joel gently reframes it, saying it’s not insecurity but pre-grief - the natural pain of loving someone deeply and facing the reality of loss.Another powerful thread is Joel’s distinction that insecurity is often comparison-based:“I don’t have as much money as they do.”“I’m not as attractive.”“I’m not as smart.”He describes working with wildly successful people - famous actors, NFL players, top nuclear scientists - who, despite their achievements, quietly confess things like: “I don’t think I’m as smart as everybody thinks I am.”Walt then highlights the moment of choice we rarely recognize. He recalls his first public talk, standing at the podium, feeling like an imposter but also knowing he truly understood his subject. He realizes he could have chosen to crumble into insecurity or to lean into what he did know and speak anyway. He chose the latter, and it went well. Only in hindsight did he see that it had always been a choice.Joel sums up the heart of the conversation with one word: perspective. Your perspective determines whether insecurity imprisons you or propels you forward. He notes that his own story can be told in two ways:“I’m the biggest failure in the world,” or“I have one of the greatest comeback stories of all time.”The facts are the same. The perspective and, therefore the life experience is completely different.In the end, Joel offers an invitation: embrace your insecurities as part of your story, not as a verdict on your worth. When you change the way you see them, you change what they mean and what you’re capable of next.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/insecuritiesFollow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#loatoday#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#joelelston#Insecurity #SelfWorth #PersonalGrowth #EmotionalHealing #MindsetShift #PerspectiveIsEverything #OvercomingFear #Authenticity #InnerDialogue #LOAToday #JoelElston #WaltThiessen #MentalHealth #AnxietyAndInsecurity #LifeLessons

What happens when your world feels like it’s cracking - your beloved pet is struggling, the future of work looks terrifying, and even your spiritual path feels off track?In this deeply vulnerable and expansive conversation, Walt, Anne Marie, and David walk right into those questions and let the answers unfold in real time.From the very start, Walt is honest about needing a “friend conversation” instead of a confrontational one. His cat Joy is not doing well, and he’s feeling it: “My cat and I are really close, it really challenges you to your core when you go through stuff like this.”That emotional honesty sets the tone for everything that follows: this isn’t a polished spiritual talk. It’s real life, in real time, with real feelings.David shares how, after rebuilding his home and successfully publishing his book, he threw himself into building Taya Academy. He stopped trance channeling the Stream and went “all in” on marketing, tech, and scaling a coaching program: “I created a full-on spin out for myself, I still created this prolonged low vibrational struggling period for myself.”Even with all his spiritual tools, David found himself deeply spun out - meditation dropped, the Stream receded, and the business model stopped working. That collapse forced a brutal but liberating clarity: “I don’t want to coach anymore. All I need to do is share these transmissions from the Stream.”The big takeaway? Even a spiritual teacher can get lost in ego, and that’s not failure; it’s part of the path.Walt then turns to one of the most charged questions of our time: What happens to humanity when AI wipes out jobs and reshapes the economy?The Stream comes through David and answers with nuance not doom, not denial. They acknowledge that AI will “unemploy everyone at some point” in many roles, and that leaders are already contemplating basic human income: “There are going to be fear-inducing events, designed to draw all of you, more and more, back into the matrix and get you back under control.”But Walt challenges the narrative that AI automatically lowers human value, suggesting instead that it could elevate everyone: “Why should we believe that just because AI is coming along, therefore everybody is lower? To me, it seems like everybody’s higher.”The Stream responds by emphasizing what AI cannot touch: true human creativity and source-guided consciousness: “That spark of ‘has never been before in this form’ is only available to human beings.”The deepest reassurance comes here: “You’re nowhere near creating your own demise. How you experience what’s next is completely up to your reaction to it.”Later, David shares a powerful inner practice he calls “fire walking” - not with coals, but with your worst fears. When he felt triggered by anti‑gay symbolism and the echo of Nazi imagery, he didn’t suppress it. He sat down and mentally walked through the absolute worst‑case scenario until the charge released: “You’re going to walk into the fire of your greatest fear and experience it mentally, so you can clear it.”Walt realizes he’s been doing his own version of this with his cat Joy - mentally rehearsing the loss, feeling it, and finding some peace inside it.Anne Marie distills the whole episode into one piercing truth: “It only has the power that you give to it.”That’s the through line: with pets, with AI, with politics, with death itself - we don’t control what happens, but we absolutely control how much power we give it.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/david-strickel-the-next-ageDavid Strickel's Website: https://tyaacademy.com/Follow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#manifesting#vibration#podcast#Q&A#waltthiessen#annemarieyoung#YourDailyDoseOfHappy#LOAToday #LawOfAttraction #TheStream #DavidStrickel #WaltThiessen #AnneMarieYoung #SpiritualAwakening #Channeling #AIAndSpirituality #FacingFear #ConsciousCreation #EmotionalHealing #TayaPractice

What if losing everything was the moment you finally met who you really are?That’s the thread that runs through Walt’s powerful conversation with productivity life coach Emily Guerra. This story begins with job loss, fear, and uncertainty, and evolves into purpose, balance, and deep self-kindness.At the start of COVID, Emily was an event planner. Within three weeks, both of her event jobs disappeared. “Within like three weeks, I had no income, I could no longer afford rent, and I had no idea what I was going to do with my life, and I kind of freaked out,” Emily admits.She moved out of Los Angeles to the Chicago suburbs to live with her brother’s family. First, she sulked - as she says, she got “in my feels.” Then came the turning point question: “How am I going to navigate through COVID and figure out a way to not only have income, but actually enjoy what I do?”Influenced by a family full of entrepreneurs, Emily began asking herself, What if I worked for myself? That curiosity led her into freelancing social media services, getting certified, and quickly booking 4–5 clients. But what really changed everything was what she noticed in those clients:They were exhausted.They were trying to get as much done in as little time as possible.They were quietly burning out.Emily started naturally coaching them without calling it coaching on mindset, energy, and sustainable productivity. “You really helped me a lot. I hired you for social media, not for productivity or life coaching,” clients told her. “You should really turn this into a coaching business.”So she did. Emily got certified as a productivity life coach and founded The Productivity Flow in 2022. Now she runs a coaching practice, blogs, offers free resources, speaking engagements, and has a free Facebook community where she goes live weekly to support entrepreneurs and freelancers.But the heart of this conversation isn’t just about productivity. It’s about self-kindness.Walt shares his own journey from IT burnout and financial collapse in 2008 to discovering that being kind to himself changed everything, even how he felt about his work. A mirror-work practice inspired by Jack Canfield helped him quiet his “monkey mind”: “By day 30, the voice was down to a wisp, by around day 40, the voice was completely gone. And the most amazing part? It never came back.”Emily connects this to the brain’s negativity bias and our evolutionary wiring. We’re built to scan for danger, but in modern life, that becomes constant self-criticism. The antidote is intentional practice, not perfection.She asks Walt a key question every listener can ask themselves: “What were the kind of steps did you take to be a little bit kinder to yourself?”Throughout the conversation, both Walt and Emily circle back to a few essential, emotionally charged truths:You don’t have to destroy yourself to be successful.1% shifts matter more than dramatic overhauls.Rest is productive.Your relationship with yourself shapes how you show up for everyone else.Success without self-kindness is just a different kind of burnout.Emily closes with a simple mission: “If I can just help at least one person see there is a more sustainable approach, then I have done my job.” Maybe that one person is you.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/emily-guerraEmily Guerra's Website: https://theproductivityflow.com/Follow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#jodielynncraven#loatodayapp#YourDailyDoseOfHappy#ProductivityFlow #MindfulProductivity #EndHustleCulture #SelfKindness #BurnoutRecovery #EntrepreneurLife #WorkLifeBalance #AbundanceMindset #NegativityBias #ReticularActivatingSystem #PersonalGrowth #LifeCoaching #WomenEntrepreneurs #COVIDPivot #EmotionalWellbeing #SuccessOnYourTerms

What if the key to your mental health wasn’t fixing other people, but finally accepting what you can’t control and pouring your energy into what you can?That’s the emotional core of this powerful conversation between Walt and Joel about Stoicism in mental health and how it literally helped Joel rebuild his life from nothing.Early in the discussion, Walt asks the central question: “Why is stoicism such an important mindset to adopt when it comes to developing your own mental health?”Joel’s answer is both practical and deeply human. He explains that modern cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is rooted in Stoic philosophy. The core idea? “You have zero control over what happens. You have 100% control over your perspective of what happens.”From heartbreak to addiction, from losing a job to losing a child, Joel keeps coming back to this truth: your power lies in your response, not in the event.When Walt recalls his own breakup, he remembers how hard it was to accept Joel’s Stoic reminder: “What do you mean I’m never going to get the answers I want?”Joel didn’t sugarcoat it. Rumination wasn’t going to fix anything. The only real path forward was acceptance and choosing a new response.The conversation gets especially raw when Joel talks about the death of his son: “When my son passed away, it isn’t that I was unemotional about it. But when I started living again, I understood my mission was to find the areas in my control. How can I honor him?”This is Stoicism at its most human, not cold, not detached, but heartbroken and still moving forward.Walt notices something profound: Stoicism isn’t just about coping—it’s about reclaiming ownership of your mental health, instead of depending on a therapist, a partner, or anyone else to fix you. He highlights the irony that: “When we adopt an attitude of taking responsibility for what we can control, we influence what other people do. We can’t control them, but we influence them.”And that influence can be life-changing. Joel shares the story of a wealthy woman desperate to fix her alcoholic son. He refuses to chase the son. Instead, he focuses on her: “You fix you, and his response to you will be different.”When she stopped rescuing him, his recovery finally began. Not because she controlled him but because she changed herself.Throughout the conversation, Walt presses into the deeper implications:What happens when we cling to the illusion of controlling others?What if our obsession with getting a specific person or outcome is exactly what keeps us stuck?How does life change when, like Joel, we wake up asking: “What is in my control today?”Joel’s own story is proof. Homeless, buried in debt, a convicted felon, he had every reason to give up. Instead, he chose one Stoic step at a time: “There was really only one option. Day one, my power was: go find a job.”That one option led to another and another and eventually to a life filled with purpose, passion, and helping others heal.In the end, Stoicism and the Law of Attraction meet in the same place: Focus your mind. Own your choices. Love the life you’re actually living—starting today.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/stoicismFollow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#loatoday#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#joelelston#Stoicism #MentalHealth #MindsetShift #LawOfAttraction #EmotionalHealing #CognitiveBehavioralTherapy #Acceptance #PersonalGrowth #Resilience #SelfResponsibility

What if the moment you realize you’re slowly killing yourself becomes the moment you’re reborn?That’s exactly what happened for Stanley, a former 367-pound attorney and CPA who transformed his life through walking, plant-based eating, emotional healing, and uncompromising self-honesty.In this powerful conversation on LOA Today with Walt and Anne Marie, Stanley shares how he turned decades of pain, obesity, and grief into a system he now calls The Way of Excellence.The story starts with trauma. At just eight years old, Stanley’s mother died. He described walking home from school, suddenly knowing she was gone. He didn’t cry for days. At the funeral, he demanded the casket be opened so he could see her. The grief froze inside him and later showed up on his body: “We both literally ate ourselves to oblivion.”Years later, at his aunt’s funeral, Stanley saw two young boys, one sobbing, one frozen and expressionless. That younger boy became a mirror: “I looked at him, and I said, That’s me.”He walked over, introduced himself, and said, “I know exactly how you feel.” Then he hugged the boy and told him it was okay to cry and didn’t let go until he did. In that moment, Stanley didn’t just comfort a child. He held, healed, and defended his own inner child.Walt pressed into the emotional side of this transformation, asking about responsibility and self-kindness. Stanley’s answer was radical in its simplicity: “It wasn’t my mother’s fault. It wasn’t my father’s fault. And it wasn’t my fault either. Blame is irrelevant.”Instead of blame, Stanley chose responsibility. At 320 pounds, 54 months before his 50th birthday, he asked himself a brutal question: “Where am I going to be in five years if I keep doing what I’m doing?” The answer: “Dead.” And he did not want to be dead.So he changed that day. He poured his last bottle of scotch down the toilet. He dumped his diet soda. He cut out red meat. Then he began walking - first a few blocks, then hours in a pool, then miles on the road. Over 17 years, he has walked about 72,000 miles, nearly three times around the Earth.But this wasn’t just about weight. It was about identity.“I am a person who walks.” “I am 100% committed that only healthy foods can enter my mouth.”Anne Marie, a vegetarian herself, resonated deeply with the journey of changing how you eat, but she also highlighted the emotional wisdom in Stanley’s story: “Mistakes are proof that you’re trying.” “Embrace your good enoughness. You don’t have to be perfect.”Stanley’s core message is disarmingly human: you are more powerful than you ever imagined, and that power grows when you stop chasing perfection and start committing to better than yesterday.His parting challenge is simple and profound: “Your goal is simple: beat yesterday. And sometimes, just not falling apart is beating yesterday.”In a world that sells quick fixes and punishes imperfection, this conversation is a reminder that permanent transformation is built on willingness, kindness to self, long-term thinking and small daily acts of courage.You don’t have to be perfect. You just have to be willing.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/stanley-bronsteinStanley Bronstein's Website: https://stanleybronstein.com/Follow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow

What if the worst things that ever happened to you turned out to be the doorway to everything you were really looking for?That’s the thread that runs through this powerful conversation between Justin, Walt, and Anne-Marie on LOA Today -  a conversation about addiction, spiritual awakening, comedy, toxic masculinity, and the quiet power of following your heart.Early in the episode, Justin shares how he grew up in an emotionally suppressive household, with parents who “didn’t understand the concept of love.” They loved him, but couldn’t express it. His mom often retreated into her room; he retreated into his and into television and comedy.“The TV wasn’t my babysitter, it was a full-blown parent,” Justin says. Comedy became his pain escape: staying up late to watch Saturday Night Live, absorbing the brilliance of David Spade, Chris Farley, Chris Rock, Adam Sandler, Norm Macdonald, Jim Carrey, The Simpsons, and Eddie Murphy. That escape later morphed into something darker: alcohol, harder drugs, homelessness, rehabs, and nights in jail.Walt asks the question that so many crash-and-burn survivors recognize: “People go through these crash and burn moments and they come out the other side saying, ‘I never want to go through it again, but it’s the best thing that ever happened to me.’ Is that true for you as well?”Justin’s answer is a resounding yes. He describes losing his mother, his sister, a childhood friend, and the devastating loss of access to his young son and yet, he still says he wouldn’t change any of it: “Good things will still come out of crap, the rose grows from the pot of dirt.”The turning point came when Justin left the “mansion” of rigid religion - his metaphor for a beautiful but fear-built belief system and started working with a shaman. Meditation, shadow work, and questioning old beliefs cracked everything open. Then came what he calls a “bliss attack”: “It was like a panic attack if you replace panic with love,three hours on my bed and my near life experience.”In that state, he felt immersed in source energy, the “water the fish swim in,” the unified field behind everything. That experience became the blueprint for his book Sorcery 101 — “sorcery” with a u, about source, not spells.Anne-Marie locks in on one of the most practical takeaways: intuition. Justin explains the difference between instinct (fear-based, survival mode) and intuition (heart-based guidance), and gives a simple practice: slow breathing, hand on heart, ask yes/no questions, and learn how your yes and no feel. “The mind thinks, but the heart knows.”The conversation then dives into toxic masculinity and the war on the feminine. Justin calls out the influencers “full of ego and hate,” and says plainly that embracing your feminine side does not erase your masculinity: “You lose those toxic traits that are holding guys back.”Walt adds a crucial observation: many men silently agree, but are afraid to speak up until someone like Justin does. Then the “silent majority” starts finding its voice.Through it all, Justin weaves humor, spiritual insight, and raw honesty into a single message: You do have power. You are not your crash and burn. Your heart already knows the way out.All that’s left is to listen.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/justin-shawJustin Shaw's Amazon LinkFollow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#Q&A#waltthiessen#annemarieyoung#SpiritualAwakening #LOAToday #JustinShaw #TraumaToTransformation #BlissAttack #Intuition #HeartCenteredLiving #ShadowWork #RecoveryJourney #ToxicMasculinity #DivineFeminine #ComedyAndSpirituality #SourceEnergy #PersonalGrowth #EmotionalHealing #InnerWork #SelfAwareness #ConsciousLiving #LawOfAttraction #MindBodySpirit

What if the moment you were planning to end your life became the moment you finally realized you had a choice?That’s exactly what happened to Tara, an energy coach from Minnesota, in this powerful, heart-opening conversation on LOA Today with Walt and Jodielynn.From the very beginning, Tara’s story hits deep. She describes growing up as the “black sheep” of her family - brown hair and brown eyes in a sea of blondes and blue eyes, feeling different in every possible way. At eight years old, during a birthday/Easter family gathering, her aunt casually mentioned seeing her “dad Bruce.” Tara didn’t have a dad named Bruce or so she thought.The innocent question she ran inside to ask, “Is that my dad?” - was met with stone-cold silence and anger. In that moment, everything shifted. She began to see all the ways she didn’t belong. Only years later, at 12, when she finally met Bruce and saw a “replica” of herself - same laugh, same likes, same energy did she feel, for the first time, “Okay, I belong.”Then, at 15, Bruce died of cancer. “I felt abandoned by him all over again,” Tara shares. That pain pushed her into a relationship with food that became her emotional lifeline: “Food became my best friend, it never disappointed me.” The result: 338 pounds, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and complete self-loathing as a mother of three who felt she was “a disappointment” to her kids and to herself.Her breaking point became her awakening. Tara describes the day she locked her bedroom door, ready to end her life—until the door somehow unlocked and her middle son walked in and asked: “Are you going to die, Mama?”That question shattered everything. “I realized - I can choose,” she says. Up to that moment, she believed life just happened to you. That day, she saw the truth: “I have a choice.” From there, she began learning to love herself, eventually losing 220 pounds and taking her life back.Later, losing her sister to cancer led her into what she calls a “dark night of the soul” and her first successful meditation. Guided by a healer named Trisha, she met her higher self, who told her: “Tara, I’ve waited a very long time for you to show up. You’re a healer. You’ve always been a healer. The world needs you now more than ever.”That moment anchored her purpose. Walt asks the question many listeners are silently wondering: “What are the modalities you hang your hat on, the ones you and your clients can count on every time?”Tara’s answer is clear and grounded:Neuro-Linguistic Programming and Mental Emotional Release to clear limiting beliefs and negative emotions at the subconscious level.Integrated Energy Therapy, similar to Reiki but highly hands-on and intuitive, works with the organs and energy bodies to release stored anger, sadness, fear, doubt, and more, then integrating positive energy back in so nothing “empty” attracts more pain.Throughout the conversation, Tara, Walt, and Jodi Lynn keep returning to a central theme: We trap ourselves with limiting beliefs, old programming, and stories about not being enough, yet healing is always possible, and it begins with awareness and choice.JodieLynn beautifully sums up one of the biggest takeaways: in any moment, you can gain awareness and choose differently, and that choice can change not just your life, but the lives of everyone around you.This episode is a reminder that your worst moments can become the very soil your new self grows through - if you let yourself break through.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/tara-wiskowTara Wiskow's Website: https://tara-wiskow.com/Follow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#jodielynncraven#loatodayapp#YourDailyDoseOfHappy

What if the very thing you call “security” is quietly draining the life out of you?In this powerful conversation, Walt and Joel dive deep into self-responsibility, comfort zones, trauma, mindset, and the wild magic of living at the edge of your growth. What emerges is a brutally honest, emotionally charged message: your life only truly begins when you take responsibility and step beyond what feels safe.Early in the discussion, Walt shares a striking contrast between two people at a breakfast gathering: a retired woman thrilled to “do nothing” and Walt himself, lit up by his AI project and hungry for what’s next. “She wants to stay exactly in retirement, I’m doing everything I can to get out of the comfort zone.”That contrast sets up the core question behind the entire conversation: Are you choosing comfort, or are you choosing growth?Joel explains that the comfort zone isn’t just emotional - it’s biological. The brain is wired for homeostasis, to keep you “safe in the cave.” “Stepping away from that comfort zone is like, man, that’s just where all the magic is. Nothing occurs inside the comfort zone except the same old redundant thing.”Walt reframes the comfort zone in a way that hits hard: “A comfort zone is where we maintain the same behaviors; it’s the same thing as being blocked.”So when we say, “I’m blocked,” what we often mean is: “I’m repeating the same patterns and refusing to leave my comfort zone.”From there, the conversation shifts into self responsibility. Joel doesn’t sugarcoat it: “Most people’s trauma is not their fault but they are 100% responsible for fixing their trauma.”It’s a statement that, as Joel admits, “pisses people off,” but he follows it with the only question that actually changes lives: What are you willing to do differently?They share story after story:A man who built a $500 million company driven by a father who refused to pay for his college.Twin brothers who both had an alcoholic father—one saying, “I’m an alcoholic because my dad’s an alcoholic,” the other saying, “I’m not an alcoholic because my dad’s an alcoholic.”Same facts. Different mindset. Radically different lives.Walt reveals a deeply personal breakthrough: learning to treat himself with kindness instead of constant self-criticism. That inner shift led a woman he was dating to tell him: “You’re the kindest man I’ve ever met.”He never set out to earn that label. It emerged as a ripple effect of being kinder to himself while taking responsibility for his own resistance and patterns.Joel distills one of the most powerful tools of all: “If I am up against something I’m having trouble with, I need to walk away and change my mindset.”Walt calls it a mic-drop moment because it is. That’s the turning point: Not “How do I force this to work?” but “How can I see this differently?”By the end, they circle back to the world we’re living in now - chaotic, magical, AI-driven, and full of possibility. “If you really want to live life to your absolute fullest, keep living life.”The real question is: Will you keep choosing the cave or will you finally step into the magic outside your comfort zone?LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/self-responsibiltyFollow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#loatoday#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#joelelston#SelfResponsibility #ComfortZone #MindsetShift #PersonalGrowth #TraumaHealing #LawOfAttraction #AIAndLife #SelfKindness #EmotionalHealing #LifeCoaching #LOAToday #InnerWork #BreakthroughThinking #ChooseGrowth

The Paleo story in this conversation doesn’t start with a trend. It starts with a dying woman.A severely underweight client with advanced uterine cancer came to Beverly and refused conventional treatment. Beverly built a way of eating that felt nourishing and doable for her: animal proteins, fats, cooked vegetables, some tubers, low starch, and no grains.Beverly refused to recommend anything she wouldn’t do herself, so she started eating that way too. The client later told her: “I want you to know I have felt better this last year than I have felt for decades.”Even as she was dying, she experienced a level of vitality she hadn’t known in years. That powerful contrast crystallized Beverly’s perspective on what she calls “true and correct paleo.”The core? Grains come off the menu. Wheat, rice, corn, oats, grass seeds humans never evolved to eat. “We’re hunters,” Beverly explained. “We don’t look down to locate food. We look up to watch for motion.”One of the most gripping parts of the conversation comes when Beverly shares her health crisis from about 10 years ago. Already naturally slim, she began losing a pound a month with no clear cause. Doctor after doctor of many different modalities ran tests and came up empty. “They basically sent me home to die.” So she did what most people are terrified to do: she became her own researcher.Beverly dove into medical journals, ordered her own labs, re‑ran them, and eventually discovered she had common variable immune deficiency (CVID) - a serious genetic immune flaw that even affects nutrient transport. “It’s like you’ve got a market full of produce, but no trucks to get it to the store.”After pushing for the treatment she had determined was right for her, she began weekly infusions that she’ll need for life. Her weight stabilized, and her health returned. Not because the system saved her, but because she refused to abandon herself.Throughout the conversation, Walt and Anne Marie kept circling one core truth: modern medicine often gives you pills, not understanding. Anne Marie shared going to a doctor in the UK to ask about HRT and being told: “I don’t really know anything about that. Go back, research, and come back. I’ll prescribe whatever you want.”Beverly’s answer is not blind rebellion; it’s educated ownership. She urges people to ask:What is my biology actually designed for?What does my lab work really say if I “aim for the middle” of the range?Who is paying for the studies I’m trusting?How can I upgrade my food, my sleep, and my self‑respect before chasing miracle cures?Her mantra is simple and radical: “Follow your biology. Help yourself to health.”In a world that often asks you to hand over your power, this conversation is a reminder: you are allowed to be the expert on you.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/beverly-meyerBeverly Meyer's Website: https://www.ondietandhealth.com/Follow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#Q&A#waltthiessen#annemarieyoung#SelfDirectedHealing #PaleoDiet #FunctionalHealth #FollowYourBiology #FoodFirstHealing #ChronicIllnessJourney #MedicalAdvocacy #AlternativeHealth #SleepApneaAwareness #VitaminK2 #WomenAndHormones #PrimalDietModernHealth #OnDietAndHealth #LOAToday #HealthEmpowerment #TrustYourBody

What if doing the dishes, getting a free rental car upgrade, or simply making it through a hard day actually counted as celebration?In my conversation with Jodielynn, we explored how most of us save “celebration” for weddings, birthdays, and funerals -while ignoring the tiny, everyday moments that are quietly shaping our lives.We asked:Why don’t we celebrate more when it’s such a powerful tool?What if the “insignificant” things are actually the most sacred?How much of our painful past is really true… and how much is just an old story we keep retelling?Jodielynn shared how doing the dishes became her unconscious way of creating safety and comfort during family crises and how realizing that allowed her to say, “I got you, baby Jodie,” and choose kinder ways to care for herself.She also told a courageous story about making a painful mistake, drowning in shame, and then hearing her best friend say: “Jodie, there’s nothing you could do that would make me love you any less.”That one sentence became a doorway to self-forgiveness and a powerful practice: When I’m beating myself up, what would the most loving person in my life say to me right now?We talked about how:The brain’s RAS (reticular activating system) starts looking for more good when you intentionally celebrate small wins.You don’t have to fix everything overnight. Just shifting a little changes your relationships and the energy around you.Celebration isn’t balloons and cake - it’s a feeling of recognition, gratitude, and “I am okay.”The real question isn’t can you celebrate more.It’s: Will you let your everyday life count as worthy of celebration?LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/celebrationFollow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#jodielynncraven#loatodayapp#YourDailyDoseOfHappy#CelebrateYourLife #AbundanceMagic #SelfLove #MindsetShift #EverydayMiracles #EmotionalHealing #SelfForgiveness #InnerSafety #LawOfAttraction #ConsciousLiving #CelebrateTheSmallThings #YouAreEnough

In a world that spins ever faster, where change is the norm and anxiety can easily become an unwanted companion, our recent conversation with Bob, Anne Marie, and Walt was a powerful reminder that meaning, joy, and wisdom are found in the way we choose to engage with life’s complexity.From the very start, Walt set a tone of camaraderie and authenticity, welcoming listeners to another episode of LOA Today. As Bob rejoined the show, Walt posed a simple yet profound question: “What inspired you to write your father’s story?” This question opened a portal to a deeply emotional journey - one that traced Bob’s family legacy from the resilience of Depression-era America to the wisdom gleaned across generations.Bob shared the moving origins of his most recent book: “It is my father's story, which was an amazing story. When he died at 97, all that wisdom, all those experiences - poof, it's just gone. And for 25 years, I kept saying, ‘Somebody needs to tell his story.’ So I finally wrote it down.” The tale of his mother Dorothy’s resilience and his father’s frugal habits painted a vivid portrait of the past—a world where a ham sandwich represented luxury, and acts of frugality carried deep meaning.Conversation soon turned to the unstoppable current of change. Walt reflected, “Look at how much has changed in our lifetimes, and it’s going to continue into the next 50, 100 years, Change is just happening at such a rapid rate.” Bob, referencing Alvin Toffler’s “Future Shock,” illuminated why so many feel overwhelmed: “What is changing, though, is the rate of change. That really is hard to keep up with.”But amid these seismic shifts, the group found hope. Anne Marie voiced the struggles and solutions many listeners will recognize: “I always find that if I’m anxious, it’s because I’m focusing on the next thing. Once I pull myself back into the moment and do some breathing, the stress does calm.” The conversation explored how most learning and personal growth come through adversity, and that persistence and passion are key to thriving. “If you quit, if you stop, it won’t happen,” Bob reminded us - a testament to perseverance that anyone facing uncertainty can hold dear.As the discussion evolved, big questions surfaced: Are you on the track you really want? Are you living a life aligned with your passion? “The hardest part is ripping yourself away from what you’re not passionate about,” Walt observed, underscoring the courage required to step out of the comfort zone toward fulfillment.Anne Marie, echoing the wisdom at the table, offered a simple but profound takeaway: “Find your passion, have a bit of joy every day.”This emotionally-charged dialogue wasn’t just about surviving rapid change, but embracing it - finding daily happiness, letting go of perfection, persevering through setbacks, and choosing perspectives that foster growth.Let this serve as a call to action: Reflect on what brings you joy. Embrace change with open arms. Persist, even (and especially) when the outcomes aren’t clear.As Bob quoted, “Never let perfection be the enemy of the good.”LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/bob-martin-2Bob Martin JD, MSW, CMT's Website: https://awiseandhappylife.com/Follow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#Q&A#waltthiessen#annemarieyoung#DailyDoseOfHappy #EmbraceChange #FindYourPassion #GrowthMindset #Resilience #MentalHealth #Storytelling #PersonalGrowth #LOAToday

What if the biggest transformation in your life started at rock bottom?In an unforgettable episode of LOA Today, Walt, Jodielynn, and their guest, hypnotist and coach Matt, explored the breathtaking power of the subconscious in healing trauma, rewriting life stories, and reclaiming peace - even after life-shattering events.From the first minutes, the conversation pulled back the curtain on breakthroughs that can happen at the edge of hope. When Walt welcomed Matt, he dove straight into the root: “Most of us are familiar with the fact that you have a conscious mind and subconscious mind, right? But we assume the conscious mind is the one that's large and in charge.In reality, your subconscious is thousands of times more powerful.” Matt illustrated how early-life programming, often set before age seven, shapes our lives invisibly: “A lot of times those early programs, they'll resurface in weird ways, you know, later in life, and that’s when people can really struggle.”The emotional heart of the conversation centered on Matt’s devastating journey after a traumatic brain injury. He described the agony of being told by specialists, “There’s nothing I can do for you,” and retreating to what he called his “dungeon,” a darkened room where pain ruled his life. Yet, his breakthrough began with the smallest flicker: a decision to never give up, even without a plan. “When you make a true decision, you cut off any other possibility,” Matt declared, encapsulating the show’s core message.What followed was an odyssey through traditional medicine, then to alternative healing methods like Reiki, Qigong, and finally, hypnotherapy. Matt’s willingness to keep seeking was palpable: “If you think about it, kids growing up are told, 'you should be a doctor', and that may not be the right career path for them, but someone who geeks out on it - that’s going to be a way better troubleshooter.” When Walt asked about the turning point, the answer was powerful: “When I realized medical science wasn’t going to be able to heal me, I started looking out for what else is out there.”The show explored what it actually takes to rewire your subconscious, questions we all have: Can you really heal yourself? Is it possible to truly let go of past pain? Matt demonstrated a live exercise using color, shape, and movement to dissolve tension, inviting listeners to try it themselves. “We gave it a visual component. Once we do that, we can then start to play with it, that tells your subconscious mind, all right, we're going to handle this differently now.”Jodielynn highlighted a universal theme: so many of us are stuck because of stories we've absorbed from parents, doctors, or society. “Your story today is just another layer of testament that no matter what, you can do something, you can make a change in your own life.” The conversation closed on a message of hope: even devastating moments can reveal unexpected blessings and new purpose, if you “develop your own PhD—pig-headed determination.”LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/matt-johnsonMatt Johnson's Website: https://www.mattjohnsonnlp.com/Follow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#jodielynncraven#loatodayapp#YourDailyDoseOfHappy#HealingJourney #SubconsciousPower #Hypnotherapy #TraumaRecovery #LOAToday #PersonalTransformation #MindsetMatters #OvercomingAdversity #EmotionalHealing #NLP

When the world feels cold, literally and figuratively - it’s often easier to hide away and dwell on our setbacks. But some people, like Ilene, find a way to turn every frustration into a springboard for freedom.In a moving episode of “LOA Today,” Walt welcomed Ilene, a self-described powerhouse speaker, innovator, and author, to share her extraordinary path from adversity to accomplishment. Anne-Marie, co-host and fellow traveler on the journey of growth, joined in to explore the powerful moments and hard-earned wisdom that defined Ilene’s story.The energy was palpable from the opening seconds: “We are so happy you decided to join us today, and Happy Monday to everybody!” Walt exclaimed, setting the tone for an hour that would fly by with laughter, reflection, and profound insight. Anne-Marie’s words captured the anticipation: “I smiled the minute I joined the call. This is going to be brilliant.”Ilene’s journey was anything but easy. When Walt asked about her background, she responded candidly: “I grew up in a historical, hysterical home, There was definitely some trauma and a lack of abundance, but I quickly found community - I joined the swim team, Girl Scouts, and volunteered.” With humor and a touch of rebellion, Ilene always found her way forward, even when the going got tough.What followed were stories that might have left most of us defeated: childhood abuse, a rare cancer diagnosis with staggering odds, financial ruin from a divorce, and a career-shattering scandal not of her making. When Walt noted, “It sounds like from your story that you were just so persistent. If there was a crash and burn, you barely noticed,” Ilene replied, “Let me tell you, there were four crash and burns, I needed the brick twice.”But that wasn’t the end. Ilene distilled her life lessons like treasures found in the rubble: resourcefulness - the readiness to “find a way in, not just a way out”; grit - the refusal to give up, no matter how steep the hill; and perspective, the ability to ask, “How can I find the gift in this situation?”Walt probed deeper: “When you learn from it, that’s where the other interesting part of the story is: what did you actually learn from it?” Ilene’s answer was powerful: “Resourcefulness, grit and perspective.” She explained how embracing humor transformed her pain: “The humor is where the lessons are learned. When you can laugh at it, you know you’re finally learning.”Ilene’s ingenuity shone in her entrepreneurial adventure: a sloped frying pan inspired by a lopsided stove. Sharing how she turned misfortune into invention, Ilene reminded listeners that setbacks can be the mother of creativity and connection.The show closed with heartfelt gratitude. Anne-Marie summed up, “It’s finding the sunshine in the storm. It’s literally perspective, and it’s changing that outlook.” Walt honored Ilene’s impact: “On behalf of all those you’ll never meet, thank you for what you’re doing. You’re making a difference.”Through every trial, Ilene showed us it’s not about avoiding frustration - it’s about leveraging it, learning from it, and lifting others by sharing our stories.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/ilene-marcusIlene Marcus's Website: https://alignedworkplace.com/Follow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#Q&A#waltthiessen#annemarieyoung#Resilience #TurnAdversityIntoStrength #GrowthMindset #Inspiration #Entrepreneurship #LOAToday #Perspective #HumorHeals

What does it mean to truly come home to yourself?On this heartfelt episode of LOA Today, Walt welcomed listeners to explore the transformative power of Reiki and self-discovery, joined by Anne Marie, her beloved Reiki master Carol, and the ever-curious Joy the cat. Through open dialogue, deep questions, and personal testimony, they painted a moving picture of what it feels like to find healing, purpose, and connection both to oneself and to others.From the moment Walt invited Anne Marie to introduce Carol, the conversation set an intimate, authentic tone. When Walt asked, “Why don’t we start by talking about how you got into Reiki in the first place, and what you’re doing with it today?”Carol’s answer was a story of serendipity and courage. She explained how Reiki “found” her just when she needed it most - after stepping away from a media career to care for her family and go on a journey of self-discovery. Her words, “I always think that Reiki finds you,” resonated deeply throughout the conversation.Carol revealed that before Reiki, she doubted her own abilities, even laughing when a mentor called her a healer. Yet, powerful early Reiki sessions changed her life. She described her first attunement as “like coming home,” a feeling so profound it brought tears. Each step learning, practicing, teaching - deepened her belief in the power of energy healing, and ultimately, the importance of awakening to your truest self.Walt reflected on his own Reiki experiences, noting that “the attunement literally lifted my ability far beyond where it had been.” He described the diversity of Reiki journeys: “Some people have psychic visions, others get pure physical sensations.” Carol echoed this, stressing, “Everyone’s Reiki path is different but Reiki is Reiki, and the more you practice, the stronger it gets.”Anne Marie’s voice brought in the perspective of transformation through trust and surrender. She didn’t expect a healing journey - she simply wanted to “feel calm” after a difficult year. What she found through Reiki with Carol was so much more: “It’s been a rollercoaster. I’ve felt anger, release, and an insane amount of insight. I feel like I’m finally coming home to myself.” The emotional honesty in her sharing was a highlight, reminding listeners that “you will only release today what you are ready to release. The body is very intelligent.”Themes of discernment, self-responsibility, and the ripple effect of healing echoed throughout the episode. Carol emphasized that as practitioners, it’s vital to “stay true to why the client is there,” always prioritizing respect, permission, and empowerment. Walt beautifully summarized, “Reiki is a very physical experience. Its power is real, but it’s only potent if you use it, like working a muscle.”The meeting closed with gratitude, future aspirations, and the hope that more people discover healing - whether through Reiki, meditation, or simply embracing their spiritual health as joyfully as their physical and mental wellbeing.If you've ever wondered how to reconnect with yourself, heal old wounds, or find new purpose, their questions, answers, and stories may plant a seed of hope in your own journey home.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/carol-dodsonCarol Dodson's Website: www.haneys.co.ukFollow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#Q&A#waltthiessen#annemarieyoung#YourDailyDoseOfHappy#Reiki #HealingJourney #SelfDiscovery #LOAToday #SpiritualHealth #HolisticWellbeing #EnergyHealing #LawOfAttraction #PersonalGrowth

In a moving episode of "LOA Today," Walt and Camilla dive deep into the journeys that break us and make us whole again.Their conversation radiates the rawness of real-life transitions, from divorce and loss to rediscovered self-worth and the surprising power of emotional choice.Camilla, a coach dedicated to empowering women, shares her “mirror moment” - dragged into a high-conflict divorce that forced her to confront unresolved pain and protect her daughter’s well-being. Asked by Walt, “What was the story that led up to you doing what you’re doing now?” Camilla doesn’t hold back, describing courtroom battles, PTSD, and the epiphany: “If I do not elevate my consciousness and how I'm showing up, how could I help my daughter, who was struggling?” Her answer pulses with courage: “I had to become a different person to reset my daughter, I first had to reset myself.”Walt relates, validating her pain and resilience. They acknowledge how so many, especially high performers, struggle in silence with taboo topics like divorce. Camilla reminds, “We don’t have to be a victim of our feelings. To thrive and be a role model for your kids, you get to learn how to have inner peace.”But the conversation’s emotional power grows as Walt introduces a transformative twist: “Instead of regulating emotions, I like to think of it as selecting emotions.” Camilla lights up at this perspective, and they discuss how we can choose not just to endure, but to elevate our stories. “I am not tied to a default emotion for a given circumstance,  I can select an emotion I would not normally have.” Walt shares an experiment with his emotions, inspired by a flower in nature, realizing, “I had a lot more control over my emotions than I thought. Even if it was a negative situation, I could choose a positive emotion.”Camilla expands this, highlighting the cost of holding onto attachment - emotional ties to the past that silently consume our energy. “I had given way too much power to my ex, even after he was gone from my life.” She recalls coaching clients: “The moment you train your mind to focus on something neutral,  you reclaim space for yourself.”The duo touch on the contagious effect of energy: “Hurt people hurt people, If we don’t deal with our wounds, we serve without love, at home and at work.” They reveal how shifting inner energy ripples outward, raising not only personal but collective consciousness, even impacting corporate cultures.Their dialogue wraps with a powerful insight, as Walt observes, “If you come at AI with the mind of learning, you get smarter, if you wait for it to do all the work, you get dumber. It’s yes to both. The opportunity is in what we choose to make of it.” Camilla agrees: real growth lies not in the tool, but in how consciously we use it.This conversation is a reminder that we are the artists of our own emotional palette.Like Walt and Camilla, we can choose to select, not simply survive finding purpose and peace in the process.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/camilla-calbergCamilla Calberg's Website: https://www.camillacalberg.com/Follow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#jodielynncraven#loatodayapp#YourDailyDoseOfHappy#EmotionalIntelligence #Healing #PersonalGrowth #Energy #SelfKindness #LifeTransitions #Coaching #Mindfulness #Empowerment #AIandHumanity

What if you could walk through life unbothered by negativity, criticism, or judgment?In a deeply moving and transformative conversation, Walt and Joel explored the liberating idea of being “unoffendable” - a mindset that challenges us to rise above outside opinions and embrace inner self-worth, even when the world presses all our buttons.From the very start, Walt brought energy to the discussion, opening with, “We are so happy you decided to join us today.” But amidst humor, he confessed to a minor mistake a mix-up in the intro video.Instead of letting embarrassment take over, he asked, “Did I offend you?” and laughed at himself. Joel’s quick wit shined: “I’ve been promoted to Anne Marie. It’s an honor!” They both agreed being unoffended is not just an accident, but a conscious choice.Joel dived deep, sharing, “As I’ve aged, I don’t care what other people think. Not because I’m antisocial - just, why should it affect me?” Walt mirrored the sentiment: “It feels like there just isn’t enough time to let others’ negativity weigh me down.” The conversation circled the essential question, “Can others really offend you if you don’t let them?” Joel offered wisdom: “Someone else’s words are just their opinion, shaped by their experience. Why should I carry that burden?”A major insight lies in how we define ourselves. Joel recalled, “Most people who get offended have identified a part of themselves that’s being attacked.” He pressed: “What happens when you keep repeating limiting beliefs - ‘I can’t lose weight, I can’t get a job, I’m just unlucky?’ You create a feedback loop that becomes your reality.” Walt added, “Instead of saying, ‘I am something,’ say, ‘I experienced something.’ That tiny shift is huge.”As the dialogue unfolded, Walt and Joel exposed how social division and political arguments flourish because people cling to narratives, creating identities that are tough to change. “If you have a narrative and someone else’s story doesn’t fit,” Walt observed, “you might say, ‘Their experience can’t be real, because I’d be offended if it were.’” The result isn’t just isolation but anxiety and frustration.Amid moments of laughter - debates about Labradoodles, humorous quips about age - they circled back to the core message: To be unoffendable is to reclaim your energy. Joel concluded with a practice: “There’s a calendar that visualizes how much time you have left. It’s not about fearing the end, but focusing on what you want to feel each day. Why spend time keeping score of who offended you?”This uplifting discussion wasn’t about ignoring pain or pretending negativity doesn’t exist. It was a clear call to choose inner peace, rewrite tired scripts, and ask: “Who do I want to be?” The resounding answer: Someone who’s truly unoffendable.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/unoffendableFollow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#loatoday#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#joelelston#PersonalGrowth #MindsetMatters #EmotionalResilience #ChoosePeace #LawOfAttraction #SelfWorth #MentalWellness #IdentityReinvention

What if everything you thought you knew about mental health, medicine, and healing was upended by a simple act - listening, truly listening, and finally, feeling heard?That was the revolutionary pulse of our powerful conversation on LOA Today, where the soothing cadence of Walt, the open-hearted inquiry of Anne Marie, and the transformative stories from Dr. Fred illuminated a truth so often forgotten: authentic human connection can be the centerpiece of healing.From the start, the energy in the room was palpable. Walt’s warm welcome set the tone, as he introduced Dr. Fred, a psychiatrist with a background so unconventional it begged for exploration. When asked about his path, Dr. Fred laid bare his past: “I came into this world as a healer. From childhood, I was tasked with bringing peace and joy into a family full of chaos.”That longing for meaningful connection, Dr. Fred explained, led him to question the rigid, impersonal structures of conventional education and, eventually, psychiatry itself. “What I really learned,” he shared, “is that communication is at the heart of all healing. Human connection is the true source of transformation.”A moment of gravity arrived as Walt pressed Dr. Fred on the so-called “chemical imbalance” theory. “Is there really any study that proves sadness or anxiety are just chemical imbalances?” Walt asked. Dr. Fred’s answer was striking: “There’s no reliable study. There’s nothing that suggests sadness comes from a chemical imbalance. The idea was promoted because it was profitable but it’s not supported.”Anne Marie’s voice echoed the listeners’ emotions, reflecting on her own struggles and the societal pressures to seek easy fixes. “Don’t we all want a quick fix, just to make the pain go away?” she asked. Dr. Fred’s response was direct: “If it worked, I’d be selling it myself. But quick fixes are like putting a band-aid with a razor blade over a wound. The only real healing comes from connection, communication, and being your authentic self.”One of the deepest themes resonated when the conversation turned to what prevents us from being ourselves. “We learn early to become someone we’re not, just to protect who we really are,” Dr. Fred said, his words heavy with empathy and raw honesty. “But if you can move the things out of the way, get back to your core, and let yourself be truly seen and heard, that’s where real healing blossoms.”Anne Marie summarized the emotional current perfectly: “We are here for a human experience - feel it all, the beautiful and the grotty, and speak your truth.”In closing, Walt extended gratitude not just for the knowledge Dr. Fred shared, but for the unseen healing he’s fostered in lives he may never know. The question that lingers for all of us is simple but life-changing: In a world that tells us to seek labels, fixes, or perfection, will we dare to listen instead to ourselves and to each other and let that be our medicine?LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/fred-mossFred Moss's Website: https://welcometohumanity.net/Follow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#Q&A#waltthiessen#annemarieyoung#RadicalHealing #HumanConnection #MentalHealthMatters #Authenticity #Undoctor #LOAToday #HealingThroughListening #CommunicationIsHealing #BreakTheStigma #BeHeard

As the final hours of 2025 faded, Walt and Jodielynn gathered for a deep, energizing conversation that reached far beyond resolutions, venturing into the heart of what it means to live authentically, align spiritually, and embrace life’s inevitable changes.From the outset, Walt set the stage for reflection: “Wow, that went fast.” Jodielynn responded with laughter and recognition, noting how, with age, time seems to fly.This simple observation opened the door to one of the conversation’s first poignant questions: “Isn’t this the time for reflection?” Walt asked, sparking a dialogue about what resolutions really mean. Jodielynn’s answer, delivered with warmth, was laced with humor her father’s resolution “to only drink when alone or with someone” has never failed. Walt confessed his last successful resolution was to never make another.Yet, beneath the humor, both revealed their skepticism about typical New Year’s goals. Jodielynn questioned, “Do they ever work?” And together, they explored why - too often, resolutions rely on sheer willpower, a “muscle” Walt called “not a large strength.”Instead, their dialogue shifted toward the power of alignment. “Alignment is more sustainable and effective than willpower,” Jodielynn explained, “It’s about energy. When we’re in alignment, change happens not just in us, but around us.”Walt described his own daily practice: pausing to focus on his heart. “Just stay there, no other agenda. That alone works,” he said, marveling at how this simple act shifted his entire mood and the course of his day. Jodielynn added, “The heart is a powerful, energetic tool more than just the organ that pumps the blood.” They exchanged stories of heartbreak and spiritual awakening, with Jodielynn vulnerably recounting the pain of losing friends who couldn’t follow her journey. “Have I done something wrong? Am I on the right track?” she wondered. Through sharing, they recognized these losses made space for new, aligned connections.One of the most touching moments came as Jodielynn revealed her struggle to shift perspective regarding life’s disappointments. “If you could have done anything differently, would you?” she asked herself and the answer, ultimately, was no. Walt responded, “The choice is how we appreciate,” underscoring the power and responsibility in choosing self-kindness.Together, Walt and Jodielynn delved into the magic that emerges when self-acceptance becomes the center of our inner work. “Simply changing that perspective, even just opening the door, opens the possibilities to the universe,” Jodielynn said, her voice full of hope. As the call closed, both looked eagerly toward the new year. Walt committed to continued daily heart alignment, Jodielynn is intent on slowing down, savoring life, and deepening her connection to spirit.Their message was clear: resolutions fade, but true transformation begins from within.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/resolutionsFollow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#jodielynncraven#loatodayapp#YourDailyDoseOfHappy#HeartAlignment #SpiritualGrowth #SelfKindness #Resolutions #NewYear2026 #PersonalGrowth #EmotionalWellbeing #LifeLessons #LOAtoday

On a festive Christmas Eve, Walt and Jodielynn gathered for a deeply reflective conversation about the true nature of happiness. Against a backdrop of holiday cheer and sometimes stress, they plunged into age-old questions: What does real happiness look like? Is it fleeting, like falling in love, or can it truly last?Walt opened the conversation with warmth, inviting listeners to ponder how the holidays can be both joyous and challenging. “Holidays are supposed to be festive, but they can also be stressful for many different reasons,” he shared, setting the tone for an honest exchange. Jodielynn, sporting a Christmas sweater and a radiant mood, was ready to break down the myths and reveal raw truths.When Walt asked, “Is happiness really fleeting, or is that just what we’ve been told?” Jodielynn didn’t hesitate: “What a sad existence it would be to believe it’s always out of reach.” The discussion that followed centered on a powerful insight: Happiness isn’t about external events, but a feeling that grows from within the heart.As they explored the relationship between the “head” and the “heart,” both reflected on how societal beliefs and personal experiences often confuse us. Walt recounted, “We humans tend to get confused about the role of the heart and the head. Who we are is really what’s in our hearts.” Jodielynn agreed, highlighting that external programming and belief systems were only part of the story.They bravely addressed the coexistence of happiness and sorrow, challenging the notion that joy can’t exist alongside pain. “Happiness and pain can exist in the exact same moment,” Jodielynn explained, comparing emotions to a color spectrum where all feelings blend together, not cancel each other out.Practical wisdom surfaced throughout. Walt suggested that listeners try being kinder to themselves for a day: “How can I find happiness within myself, and then what happens over the next day or two?” He described his own experiment at a concert, focusing on inner joy and noticing how it changed his interactions with others. Jodielynn echoed this, sharing, “I walked through the airport happy and everyone noticed. When I was down, I felt invisible. What you exude changes the world around you.”They also pulled from personal stories of heartbreak and resilience. Jodielynn told of moving through the darkness of a lost pregnancy, afraid to feel pain fully until a friend reminded her, “You have the space and protection to feel whatever you need.” Fully embracing her grief, she described how it shifted quickly to joy, a revelation: “It was so incredibly short. I was so afraid of this. That was it?”Walt, too, recounted devastating moments, including separation and financial hardship, and how support, community, and inner work ultimately made him stronger and happier.Together, their dialogue was a reminder that happiness isn’t handed to us by circumstance, it comes from embracing our full range of emotions and choosing kindness within. As Jodielynn concluded, “No matter what happens, I can make it through. I’m happy, and I’m a good person.”LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/happinessFollow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#jodielynncraven#loatodayapp#YourDailyDoseOfHappy#EmotionalWisdom #HappinessWithin #HeartAndMind #HolidayReflection #JoyAndPain #SelfKindness #PersonalGrowth #Resilience #LOAToday #InnerPeace

What if the very things that make us feel beaten down are actually the fuel for our greatest transformations?In a powerful conversation between Walt and Joel, listeners are challenged to rethink their entire relationship with struggle not as a punishment, but as the catalyst for growth, resilience, and fulfillment.Walt opens the conversation by reflecting on how we often create our own struggles unknowingly, asking: “Is struggle really just life ‘screwing us over,’ or are we, in some way, the architects of our own reality?” Joel answers with conviction, “Struggle is a growth mechanism.”He shares his journey from seeing struggle as self-inflicted punishment to embracing it as the foundation of his accomplishments. Joel’s raw honesty is evident when he confesses, “I now look at the struggle as what made me who I am today.”The science, Joel reveals, backs this up. He introduces a fascinating framework, highlighting how true rewards and fulfillment come from efforts we authentically earn. Through the lens of neuroscience, Joel explains: “Dopamine from struggle and effort is a reinforcer but dopamine from cheap sources like social media or gambling can become very destructive.” The conversation digs deeper as Joel illuminates the role of the body’s AMPK system, asking the audience, “Are you rewarding yourself through real effort, or are you chasing shortcuts that leave you empty?”Throughout the dialogue, the recurring theme is perspective. Walt points out, “When something merely happens to you, when you’re not directly engaged, it can feel like punishment.” Joel agrees, underscoring the critical difference between being active in your struggles and passively accepting them.Practical wisdom is woven throughout. Joel recounts a consulting gig where launching an imperfect program (and embracing inevitable failures) quickly led to success. “By launching an imperfect system, you allow the failing to show you where the pressure points are,” he says. Walt highlights how the mindset of taking action, even without over-planning, brings real flow - a concept that shaped breakthrough moments at companies like SpaceX.The conversation turns deeply personal and hopeful as Walt admits, “All my greatest advancements came from situations I hated or disliked.” Joel nods, offering, “Everything that happened to me, no matter how bad, helped get me to where I am. I wouldn’t change anything.”Together, they invite listeners to reflect: “Are you stuck in struggle as endless punishment, or are you using pain as a stepping stone to breakthrough?” Walt and Joel stress the importance of embracing change, acting in the face of uncertainty, appreciating unique talents, and even harnessing new technology, such as AI, for personal growth not to avoid thinking, but to expand it.The real question is, when struggle arrives, how will you respond?LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/strugglesFollow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#loatoday#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#joelelston#StruggleIsGrowth #ChangeYourPerspective #EmbraceTheJourney #PersonalTransformation #Resilience #DopamineRewards #TakeAction #EmotionalStrength #GrowthMindset #OvercomingAdversity

In a world that too often writes off those who struggle, some voices shine a light so powerful that it changes lives forever.In a recent conversation on LOA Today, host Walt Thiessen sat down with Anne Marie Young and a guest, Russell, who transformed his painful experience with severe dyslexia into a beacon of hope for countless others.Russell’s story is as stirring as it is instructive. “For me, it’s because I have the worst case of dyslexia people have ever seen,” Russell began, recalling the discrimination that shadowed his early years. He described the humiliation of being “flunked” by a university political science department, even after completing an intense New York State Assembly Internship with accommodations that allowed him to thrive. When asked by Walt, “So how did you end up at a point where you wanted to come on a podcast and talk about this?” Russell replied, “That compelled me to literally go out and spend a couple of decades to solve dyslexia.”What followed was a journey powered by relentless determination - one that took Russell from law school, where he learned to read and write at a graduate level, to working with distinguished professors, securing research funding, and ultimately developing methods that propelled dyslexic high school students from struggling to success.Anne Marie, listening in awe, captured the spirit of so many: “I’m loving the fact that Russell’s gone in and worked out, what’s happening, and they’re actually super clever, and it’s just a shame I feel so many people have been written off in the education system.”The heart of Russell’s approach was simple yet revolutionary: embrace each learner’s unique specialty and passion. He recounted a moving story about a student named Casey, who leapt eight reading grade levels in six months simply by immersing herself in a subject she loved. When asked, “How do you get these normal kids to actually care?” Russell emphasized the critical power of letting students dive deeply into what fascinates them. The drop in motivation when forced outside their passion was as much as 90%, he explained - a staggering statistic that underscores the importance of individualized education.The conversation also stretched beyond education into the modern workforce, where Russell described how mastery in research and the integration of AI tools have become game-changers. Sharing both questions and encouragement, Walt observed, “So what you described as a senior person, if you were to go and work for some company, they know they can hire you, and you’re going to be productive immediately.” Russell’s response: “They now expect these kids to become seniors within six to twelve months. If you know how to do this, you’re going to become immensely valuable.”As the discussion wound down, Anne Marie distilled the episode’s heart: “Find your passion, learn to train your brain around whatever that may be building your skills.” For struggling families, Russell offered concrete next steps -inviting them to connect at dyslexiaclasses.com for free guides and support.This was more than a podcast: it was a resounding call to see the genius in every learner, to unlock potential through empathy, innovation, and heart.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/russell-van-brocklenRussell Van Brocklen's Website: https://dyslexiaclasses.com/Follow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#Q&A#waltthiessen#annemarieyoung#Dyslexia #Inspiration #OvercomingAdversity #EducationRevolution #Podcast #AI #LearningDifferences #Empowerment #PersonalGrowth #Motivation

What if the path to true healing isn’t paved with relentless struggle and painful reliving of the past but with joy, deep self-compassion, and seeing the wholeness that’s been within us all along?This was the transformative theme at the heart of my recent conversation with Steven, the Director of Education for Organic Intelligence, on LOA Today.We didn’t just discuss ideas; we explored lived experience: the real questions, doubts, and breakthroughs that happen on the path to wellness.From the very beginning, Steven set the tone for a radically new approach. When I asked how he ended up working in healing, Steven shared, “We’re built on our errors, the learning that we get from our mistakes. And so what can I say? I’ve learned a lot.” His openness established the conversation as a shared journey, not a lecture.We dove deep into the problem with the classic Western narrative of self-denial and hard work as the only way to personal growth. I asked, “If you don’t have a practice of kindness toward yourself, isn’t being kind to others a chore?” Steven’s answer was revelatory: “That’s the essence of it, isn’t it? The job is enjoyable.” Instead of treating pleasure and self-kindness as luxuries, Steven insisted these are essential to real, lasting change.One of the most powerful insights was how Organic Intelligence helps people develop “bandwidth” for life’s experiences by practicing orientation to the world around us not just endless introspection. “The cornerstone is this really great news, within yourself is pre-existing wholeness. We’re not trying to manufacture some kind of goodness. We’re just trying to get out of the way enough to rediscover it,” Steven explained.Questions fueled our entire exchange: How do we bridge the gap between internal and external experience? How do we orient towards what is working, instead of obsessing over what’s broken? Can physical symptoms and real-world limitations be helped by tools we might not expect?Steven answered these with living examples and hope: clients overcoming chronic conditions, communities finding resilience, and the “miracle” moments in therapy when the system guides people to external cues—a butterfly, a surge of pleasure that becomes the gateway to healing.Above all, the message was one of radical hope and universality. “We are preferentially looking for the side of experience that is unacknowledged, but that also feels well, there are ways we can knit back the fabric of our being,” Steven shared. And as we both discovered through our journeys—spiritual, emotional, and physical—the common thread has been finding joy and connection, not in spite of pain but alongside it.Steven’s dream for Organic Intelligence, mentoring others to continue this generational work of wholeness, leaves a lasting legacy not just for those who directly interact but for communities and future generations.If you’re searching for healing that empowers joy, compassion, and self-acceptance to become your new “normal,” you’re not alone. The path is wide, welcoming—and it’s already under your feet.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/steven-hoskinsonSteven Hoskinson's Website: https://organicintelligence.org/Follow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#Q&A#waltthiessen#annemarieyoung#YourDailyDoseOfHappy#HealingWithoutPain #OrganicIntelligence #SelfCompassion #Wholeness #EmotionalWellness #LOAToday #MindBodyHealing #EndOfTrauma #ChooseJoy

In a world so often overcast with negativity, a single conversation can be a ray of sunlight, reminding us of the immense power of kindness, self-reflection, and inner magic.This was a recurring theme in our latest meeting, where Walt, Anne-Marie, and Terry came together to explore the transformative journey behind Terry’s book, “Abracadabra,” and, in doing so, opened a heartfelt dialogue on growth at every stage in life.The conversation started with Terry sharing the origin of“Abracadabra.” Fourteen years in the making, the story was finally born from her determination to spread joy and resilience in the face of adversity. “My glass isn’t half empty or half full—it’s pretty much full all the time,” Terry declared, explaining why the book wasn’t just about magic; it was about the choice to choose happiness even in the darkest moments.One of Walt’s powerful questions caught the spirit of the meeting: “What’s this children’s book actually about?” Terry answered with honesty, painting a scene where a child, overwhelmed by her parents’ fighting, discovers a magical branch. This branch becomes a wand, and the girl’s own reflection turns sage, teaching that true happiness and wisdom come from within. Terry’s intention resonated with Anne-Marie, who remarked that such stories can make an enormous difference: “A good story book can make a massive difference. What kind of message do you want to give your kids?”The group didn’t shy away from hard truths. Walt shared his own journey of learning kindness and the struggle to let go of perfectionism. He spoke about how being kind to himself transformed not just his relationships with others, but his view of the world. “If you are working on your own kindness toward yourself, the kindness that you exhibit toward others isn’t random at all. It just flows out of you on a regular basis,” he said—a message Terry echoed deeply.Anne-Marie contributed candid wisdom on self-care, rediscovering joy, and setting boundaries. “I used to do everything for everybody. But then I completely lost myself, now I’m a lot happier for that, just having my boundaries.”Throughout their discussion, powerful questions guided the emotional current: How do we help children (and adults) understand their own magic? What does real self-care look like, and why is it so hard? Is it ever too late to change perspective and find happiness? Their answers, drawn from lived experience, boiled down to one word Terry repeated: “choice.”“Everything starts here,” Terry said, placing a hand over her heart. From taking responsibility for one’s story, to reaching out and building supportive communities as Terry did, finding the perfect illustrator for her book—the message was woven clear: kindness, perspective, and connection are superpowers.As the meeting closed, Anne-Marie summed it up beautifully: “If something’s happening to you, look at your perspective just change a little thing, and notice what happens.”LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/terry-beanTerry Bean's Website: https://terrybeanauthor.com/Follow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#Q&A#waltthiessen#annemarieyoung#YourDailyDoseOfHappy#InnerMagic #KindnessFirst #SelfCare #PositivePerspective #GrowthMindset #EmotionalWellbeing #MindfulParenting #Resilience #LOAToday #BookLaunch #CommunitySupport

What does it mean to rebuild your life in the face of relentless adversity? What if your pain became the birthplace of your greatest power?In an extraordinary return to the LOA Today show, Alyx and Walt explored these questions - illuminating how vulnerability, boundaries, and boldness can ignite a cosmic return like no other.From the opening words, you could feel the warmth and camaraderie. Walt greeted listeners and celebrated Alyx’s presence, “the woman who knows how to set personal boundaries.” Alyx replied with laughter and honesty: “It’s good to be back. It’s been a minute years! Yeah. Lots happened during that time, too. Lots has happened.” Their chemistry was instantly apparent, setting the stage for candid conversation and big-hearted reflection.As Alyx detailed her struggles with thoracic endometriosis and the sometimes isolating road to healing, a profound lesson emerged. “It was a lot trials and tribulations, ups and downs, but I kept it positive. I kept pushing and advocating. That was key,” she said. Her persistence led not only to personal healing but the founding of a community support group, proof that suffering can become service.Throughout the episode, Walt invited Alyx to reflect on the transformative power of hardship. “How do you feel about it? Do you look back and say, ‘That was the best thing that ever happened?’” Alyx’s answer soared: “I won’t say it’s the best thing that happened, but I will say we have to go through things to create the person that we are today. It’s not always the incident. It’s the reaction.”The conversation radiated with humor and resilience, especially as Alyx described her return to standup comedy. She gave the audience a peek into her crowdwork process - “If nobody participates, that again, ruins the rest of my five minutes. So, yeah, you gotta pin them down” and her passion for laughter as healing. “You have to have a passion for it. Otherwise, it’s just work. And who wants that?” she quipped.Walt and Alyx also delved into the power of boundaries at work, in comedy, and in life. Alyx shared, “If you don’t have boundaries for yourself, you’re going to end up absorbing everybody else’s stuff. Boundaries are vital in every spot in your life.” This became a recurring theme: that self-care, honesty, and even humor are crucial tools for navigating both difficulty and joy.Perhaps most touching was Alyx’s account of her relationship with her husband Kenny, and their forthcoming PBS feature. From a chance connection on Facebook Dating (prodded by a nudge from a relationship coach on a previous episode!) to finding love and building a life together, Alyx’s story is a testament to faith, tenacity, and hope.In a world eager for hope, this conversation is a powerful reminder: We become stronger at the broken places, laughter truly is medicine, and our stories can change and even save lives.As Walt movingly said, “On behalf of those people you’ve never met, Alyx, thank you for what you’re doing. Because you’re making a difference in this world.”LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/alyx-standeAlyx Stande's Website: https://linktr.ee/PrincessofComedyFollow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#loatodayapp#YourDailyDoseOfHappy#PersonalGrowth #ComedyHeals #BoundariesMatter #Manifestation #Inspiration #RelationshipGoals #LOAToday #OvercomingAdversity #LiveOutLoud #Courage #Resilience #MusicalJourney

What does it truly take to reclaim your life after heartbreak? How do you turn pain into growth and hesitation into adventure?In a heartfelt conversation with Walt, Anne Marie, Teri, and guests, listeners were swept into a journey that was as much about the road as the destination, and as much about rediscovering oneself as overcoming adversity.From the very first words, warmth and vulnerability set the tone. “We are so happy you decided to join us today, and we're happy to have Anne Marie back after the last couple of weeks,” began Walt, infusing the gathering with affection and care. Anne Marie, candidly reflecting on her struggles with jet lag after an ill-fated shopping trip, reminded us all that “I'm human again”—a simple yet powerful nod to resilience.But the heart of this episode belonged to Teri, whose story is a shining beacon for anyone who has ever felt lost. “I lived in an emotionally abusive relationship for 14 years,” Teri revealed. The courage it took not to let that chapter define her radiated through every word. Instead, Teri did the unthinkable - riding a tandem bicycle across the United States, 3,102 miles of healing, learning, and reclaiming self-worth.“Do you find that each book becomes easier and easier to write?” Walt asked Teri, to which she replied, “No, partially because I keep challenging myself to do more, to do it differently, to think about it differently.” Her honesty illuminated the lesson: growth doesn’t come from comfort - it thrives in challenge.Anne Marie’s curiosity probed deeper: “What would you be willing to do? Where is your line?” And Teri’s answer was equally profound, “I always try to think like that, and then I put my character into that spot and say, ‘Okay, where is her line?’” This approach anchored her writing - stories that aren’t just stories, but emotional explorations of survival, empathy, and transformation.The conversation beautifully peeled back the layers of what it means to truly live. “I get bored really easily. I don't like to do the same things over and over, so I switch it up,” Teri confided, explaining how she has embraced life’s unpredictability post-trauma. Her books, including "Sunflowers Beneath the Snow" and "10 Little Rules for a Double Butted Adventure," are more than titles - they’re testaments to saying yes to life, to new forms, new voices, and new adventures.Perhaps the most resonant takeaway came from Anne Marie: “Just take that deep breath, go for it, and see where it takes you.” Authenticity is the golden thread; accepting who you are, emotional and all, is the true liberation. Teri’s journey, punctuated by tears and laughter, showed that being "too emotional" is actually the heart’s hidden gift.The show closed with gratitude, hope, and an invitation: visit Teri’s website, reach out, start a new adventure, and never apologize for who you are.In this episode, we are reminded - outside the comfort zone is where life begins.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/teri-m-brownTeri M Brown's Website: http://www.terimbrown.com/Follow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#Q&A#waltthiessen#annemarieyoung#YourDailyDoseOfHappy#Authenticity #PersonalGrowth #EmotionalHealing #Resilience #FollowYourHeart #Adventure #WomenWriters #Inspiration #Podcast #Storytelling

In a world full of hidden struggles and relentless self-doubt, it takes courage and innovation to open new pathways for healing.This heartwarming conversation brought together Michelle, a trailblazer blending hypnotherapy and AI, Walt, a curious innovator, and Jodielynn, an empowering coach, to spotlight the dawn of deeply personalized wellness.Michelle began by sharing how her own hardships- loss, grief, and a quest for self-understanding - sparked a journey into hypnotherapy. “I wrote a book about law of attraction, inspired by my teacher. She was a hypnotherapist, though I didn’t recognize it at first. Her work helped me through trauma I’d never anticipated,” she said, her voice echoing the raw honesty that would define this conversation.Fuelled by empathy for others yet constrained by time, Michelle imagined a way to extend healing and support through technology. “Earlier this year, I got this idea to make an app Make My Hypno, that creates custom hypnotherapy recordings in minutes. There’s nothing quite like it. People crave something that's made just for them, not a generic recording off YouTube.”Walt probed further: “Can you tell us what led you to build this for others, and how it works?” Michelle’s answer was simple yet profound: “People love self-hypnosis, but most tools aren’t personal. My app bridges that gap, letting users create scripts with their own names, affirmations, and even their most peaceful places. They get a recording in about five minutes, all designed just for them.”Customization, as Michelle emphasized, was the game-changer. “I once helped a woman visualize herself at her favorite gym. That image was far more powerful than any generic advice. These scripts become a ‘coach in your ear,’ and, as another user shared, ‘It finally kicked in, and I started dancing to the TV- I felt alive again.’”As Jodielynn reflected, “This takes the best of a hypnotherapist session and makes it accessible. The customization is where it’s at without the prohibitive price tag. For many, that opens the door they never thought possible.”Yet, challenges loomed, not just in coding, but in changing minds. Walt raised the issue: “How do you address resistance to AI and technology in this healing space?” Michelle acknowledged, “Many hypnotherapists see this as a threat. But it isn’t, it’s a support. It means clients can get help daily, not just once a month. And when they need deeper work, they’ll know where to turn.”Walt, himself an AI developer, connected on a personal level: “Building these systems taught me as much about myself as about the technology. The process is a mirror - if you contradict yourself, AI will find it, just like life does.”Closing the conversation, Jodielynn celebrated the “Robin Hood moment” Michelle created- making transformation accessible for all. “This isn’t just about a product; it’s about bringing hope and empowerment to those searching for healing.”As Michelle put it, “The feedback is heartening. I hope to work with more guides, coaches, and healers, because the world deserves custom support.”If you’re ready to explore a new path to well-being, Michelle’s journey and her hope-fueled innovation may be just what you need.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/michelle-waltersMichelle Walters's Website: https://www.michellewalters.net/Discount Code for MakeMyHypno: https://makemyhypno.com/podcast_discountFollow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#jodielynncraven#loatodayapp#YourDailyDoseOfHappy#Hypnotherapy #AI #PersonalGrowth #MentalHealthMatters #SelfCare #Empowerment #WellnessTech #Innovation #Healing #MakeMyHypno #PodcastRecap

When was the last time you woke up and believed truly believed that your effort could move mountains?In a powerful and deeply honest conversation, Walt and Joel reminded us that turning vision into reality hinges on the energy we bring to every action, and on the mindset we choose to cultivate, even in the darkest moments.The heartbeat of their discussion was simple, yet profound: Effort, when guided by authenticity and the right mindset, becomes a superpower.Joel asked, “Have you ever felt afraid to let people see you struggle?” He spoke openly about his own fear of being judged during tough times, how, after losing everything to addiction, the shame of being seen waiting tables weighed heavy on him. But then he arrived at a turning point: “Now I have, I never hide my struggle or my effort. And effort is an action. It's under the action-based category. Effort yields results. Effort is attractive.”Walt echoed this, asking, “What’s the effort regarding what it is you’re hoping to accomplish? Is it something consistent with the kind of person you want to be or the opposite?”This question cut straight to the core. Walt and Joel explored how effort, applied blindly, can reinforce our limiting beliefs; but with positive, affirming intent, it can break barriers and rewrite what's possible.The pair shared stories of legendary athletes: Larry Bird, Kobe Bryant, Magic Johnson, Michael Jordan—icons who became household names not just for their talent, but for their “freakish work ethic,” their relentless drive to be better, to aim higher, to never leave anything on the table.Yet it wasn’t just about sporting glory. Joel spoke of overcoming catastrophic personal failures and how the daily habit of writing five things he was grateful for (a streak unbroken since August 17, 1995) grounded him, bringing resilience and quiet power. He confessed, “That is probably the least energy effort, and probably the most powerful effort of all”Walt contributed his own hard-earned wisdom: “I put in tons of effort. I was working ridiculously long days, but I wasn’t producing the financial results I was hoping for because I kept focusing on the wrong stuff.” Mindset, they agreed, is everything. More than effort, we must choose where to aim our energy.From stories of overcoming addiction, cancer in a child, losing everything, finding faith, building with artificial intelligence, and learning to embrace failure as the root of greatness, Walt and Joel confront the hard questions: “If you don’t believe in your own beliefs, is success even possible?” and “What habit will you build today that will carry you through tomorrow’s storm?”The answer, echoed in their parting wisdom: Start with gratitude, adjust your mindset each morning, and pour your effort into what truly matters. Because a life well-lived is less about avoiding hardship and more about being “all in,” every day.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/power-of-effortFollow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#loatoday#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#joelelston#EffortMatters #PowerOfMindset #Resilience #GratitudePractice #OvercomingFailure #AIandYou #PersonalGrowth #DailyHabits #LifeLessons #LOAToday

Have you ever wondered if your screen habits are stealing precious moments from your real life?During our latest "LOA Today" podcast, I, Walt, sat down with Kelsey, a passionate consultant and advocate for digital minimalism, to explore what it truly means to reclaim our lives in a hyperconnected world.From the start, Kelsey’s warm authenticity shone through. "I am a bit heartened by the younger generations deciding to go a different route," she shared, reflecting on how millennials and Gen Z are increasingly questioning the role of social media in their lives.Together, we dove into a crucial question: Can real happiness flourish in a world where our attention is constantly under siege?Kelsey didn’t propose throwing our phones away. Instead, she encouraged us to "curate your feed—relentlessly," and, more importantly, to examine the role technology plays in our well-being. She shared her personal journey from nonprofit burnout to digital marketing expert, explaining how, even while working in online communications, she struggled with focus and fulfillment until she actively set digital boundaries.One powerful insight arrived when Kelsey described her commitment to being off screens from 7 pm to 7 am. "There is so much research around how terrible screens are for your sleep, and we know sleep is so important for your happiness," she explained. We explored the blue-light dilemma and practical solutions hiding right in our device settings, reminders that technology can help us solve problems it sometimes creates.A poignant moment occurred as Kelsey recounted the challenges and revelations of her "screen-free Sunday" challenge: "People find this impossible," she admitted. But survey feedback reveals that participants rekindle forgotten hobbies and gain "so much more time in the day than they thought." The emotional core of this challenge? Rediscovering who we are when not mediated by a screen.We also probed deeper. I asked, “Do you suggest there be some kind of connection going on during phone-free Sundays?” Kelsey’s response was heartfelt: “If you can connect with someone in person, do it—absolutely." She advocated for the beauty of in person community and just as importantly, solitude, intentionally allowing ourselves space to process and reflect without digital input.One of Kelsey’s most transformative takeaways was a gentle reminder that "you can change your life" with intention, even through small, repeated actions. As we shared personal stories of struggle, recovery, and growth, the message became clear: Life’s greatest fulfillment comes from intentional relationships, mindful boundaries, and the courage to reconnect both with ourselves and with others.So, are you ready to reclaim your real life? Will your next step be curating your feed, carving out screen-free hours, or gathering your own mastermind community?LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/kelsey-greenKelsey Green's Website: https://www.kelseylgreen.com/Follow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#Q&A#waltthiessen#annemarieyoung#YourDailyDoseOfHappy#DigitalMinimalism #ScreenFreeSunday #Reconnect #IntentionalLiving #MentalWellness #CommunityMatters #MindfulTech #PersonalGrowth

In a conversation rippling with raw honesty and hope, Walt and Joel explore the powerful journey from deep resentment to true gratitude.Their discussion, equal parts heart-wrenching and uplifting, pulls back the curtain on trauma, mindset shifts, and the courage required to embrace joy in the shadow of adversity.Joel begins with a bold statement: “Every day is a day of gratitude for me.” For him, Thanksgiving isn’t just a holiday but a daily practice. He credits gratitude as “the most powerful connective energy to the law of attraction,” illuminating how this practice rewires the brain and reshapes perspective. But gratitude, he reminds us, does not erase pain or hard days. “It’s not that everything’s perfect what gratitude allows me to do is quickly focus on what I am grateful for, instead of the stuff I perceive is going wrong.”The heart of the conversation dives into a question Walt asks: “Can we find a way to appreciate the things we used to feel resentment about?” Joel answers with remarkable vulnerability, sharing his darkest moment: homelessness in Las Vegas and eating from a dumpster. Years later, this trauma became a bridge - allowing him to connect with and eventually adopt a foster son, TJ, who experienced similar hardship. “That horrible event really became a transformative event. I reframed my perspective of that trauma into a necessary event, and became grateful for it.”Walt shares his own doubts, recalling the first time he heard someone say they were grateful for their worst moments: “My mind boggles, like, what is this guy talking about?” Yet, after years of interviews, he’s found near-universal agreement: “I haven't had a single person say no. They all just jump right on the bandwagon. Yes, absolutely. That was the best thing that ever happened.”But how do you even begin to flip resentment, especially when life feels impossible? Joel and Walt offer actionable hope. “What is an actionable step?” Joel presses.For those in crisis, simply reaching out to a utility company, a shelter, or social services can start the momentum. “The system is in place for most areas where you can get some relief of some sort.” Joel’s real-world stories underscore that even small steps break through the paralysis of shame and hopelessness.Shame, they agree, is one of the biggest barriers. Joel reveals, “Shame is something you place on yourself,” and recounts his journey from hiding his mistakes to using his mugshot on the cover of his book, a symbol not of disgrace, but transformation.The conversation closes with the simple, profound strategies for self-care exercise, connecting with nature, seeking beauty that help re-anchor gratitude after difficult moments.For Walt, even pausing to appreciate a flower on a walk became a tool for rewiring his inner world.Walt and Joel prove, through lived experience, that the leap from resentment to gratitude is possible. Their emotional stories are a beacon for anyone ready to take the first, small step forward.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/resentmentFollow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#loatoday#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#joelelston#Resilience #Gratitude #MindsetShift #OvercomingTrauma #SelfCare #LOAtoday #EmotionalWellbeing #PersonalGrowth

Have you ever wondered if your struggles with food, addiction, or loneliness were more than just personal flaws but deeper signals of unhealed wounds?In a heart-opening episode of “LOA Today,” host Walt Thiessen invites Dr. Laurette for an extraordinary conversation that wrestles with these questions - offering hope, validation, and a path forward for anyone yearning for change.Walt opens the show with warmth and candor, sharing, “I started this podcast because I needed help.” From there, the conversation unfolds into profound honesty, with Dr. Laurette recounting her childhood: “Everything in my life seemed to look lovely on the outside, but there was a lot of trauma on the inside. At age six, I began using food to numb myself.” Her words cut straight to the heart, reminding us that our coping habits often have roots much deeper than surface-level willpower.Walt compassionately asks, “You experienced something a lot of people have experienced - weight gain associated with emotional issues.How did this whole thing start up?” Dr. Laurette responds not just with facts, but raw vulnerability, sharing how her family’s emotional turbulence and her mother’s illness led her to food, and later to other addictions. At each step, she uncovers the hidden pain that so many quietly carry. “I used food to stuff my feelings, then found alcohol, then smoking,” she shares, explaining how these became desperate measures to fill an internal void.But this is no story of defeat. Instead, Dr. Laurette’s journey is one of awakening. “I was looking for God in all the wrong places. I came to the end of myself at 29,” she recalls. Walt recognizes the breakthrough moment: “We call those crash and burn moments around here.” Dr. Laurette describes it as surrender - giving up her struggle to faith and finding, for the first time, real peace: “There was a physical weight lifted off me. Peace descended upon me. From the center of that peace came joy, not just happiness, but joy unspeakable.”The episode overflows with practical wisdom. Dr. Laurette teaches a bilateral brain stimulation technique to cut cravings: “Hold an object, pass it hand to hand, and say, ‘All things are lawful for me, but not all things are helpful but I will not be brought under the power of any.’” The immediate result? “Where is that craving now? Walt, what craving? It’s gone. It’s amazing.”Both Walt and Dr. Laurette invite listeners to question old beliefs, gently highlighting the importance of self-talk, daily renewal, and seeking support. “If you want to change the results you’re getting, go all the way back to your self-talk,” Dr. Laurette urges.As the conversation closes, Walt affirms: “You’re making a difference in this world.” Dr. Laurette responds with heartfelt gratitude, modelling the very encouragement their dialogue spreads to their audience - a reminder that healing begins not just with answers, but with brave, open questions.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/dr-laurette-willisDr. Laurette Willis's Website: https://drlaurette.net/Follow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#Q&A#waltthiessen#annemarieyoung#YourDailyDoseOfHappy#EmotionalHealing #FaithJourney #FromPainToPurpose #LOAToday #Recovery #SelfDiscovery #Transformation #MindsetShift #AddictionRecovery #Inspiration

Have you ever wondered what lies beyond this lifetime or what wisdom your soul may carry through the ages? That was the heart of our extraordinary conversation on Life Between Lives and Past Life Hypnotherapy, where curiosity, skepticism, and hope intertwined to reveal a path toward healing and transformation.Walt opened the space not just as a host but as a seeker, welcoming abundance teacher and money coach JodieLynn and seasoned hypnotherapist Melanie to explore these profound dimensions. The question at the center, “What really happens between lives?”- was more than a philosophical musing. It was an invitation to courageously ask, “How can healing transcend the boundaries of this lifetime?”Melanie’s journey began with skepticism. “I thought I’d never do past life work. There’s enough to deal with in this lifetime. Why go looking into the past?” Yet, as she recounted, real stories changed her mind. One client’s chronic stomach pain led to a past life memory, a gunshot wound on a bridge, the pain repeating across incarnations. “Every symptom he experienced the moment of the shooting was a description of the symptoms he was experiencing now.” Healing occurred not just by remembering but by energetically releasing the wound, finally closing a chapter that spanned centuries.But what about the space between lives? Walt, echoing common confusion, asked, “When we say life between lives, what do we mean by that?” Melanie illuminated: “When we’re not in a body, we’re not dormant. We’re with friends. We’re with our guides. We’re visiting a whole other world.” The intense, loving humor of guides who “laugh with so much love” reminded us that we’re never alone and that healing can be light-hearted as well as profound.Jodielynn brought a candid vulnerability, wondering, “How do you know which session to do first?” Melanie’s answer was practical and compassionate: newcomers start with a past life journey to gently open the doors of memory,  those longing for deeper answers bring questions for their guides. “Most people come in asking: What am I doing here? What’s my purpose?” The answers, she shared, are often not about grand destiny, but about becoming “more of who we are expanding love and light, raising the vibration wherever we are.”Excerpts from the session’s quotes shimmered: “Our soul may be traveling away from a permanent home but our journey is a collective one.” And, more simply: “Pursue joy, not approval.”Transformation radiated through client stories and personal reflection. As JodieLynn observed, “I’ve seen it from a personal level, channeling and talking with guides has changed my life.” Melanie affirmed: “I see transformation on clients’ faces—the lightness, the openness, the sense that something has been lifted.”In the end, the most beautiful lesson was also the simplest. “Let there be peace on earth. Let it begin with me.” Healing, purpose, and connection don’t lie in far-off mysteries but in the daily courage to be kind to oneself, feel joy, and let go.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/life-between-lives-and-past-livesMelanie Smithson's Website: http://www.smithsonclinic.com/Follow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#jodielynncraven#loatodayapp#YourDailyDoseOfHappy#PastLifeRegression #LifeBetweenLives #UnconditionalLove #SpiritualAwakening #Healing #Guides #SoulJourney #Transformation #Consciousness #LOAToday

In a candid and deeply personal conversation, Walt and Joel swept through the heart of psychological healing by comparing the monumental theories of Sigmund Freud and Alfred Adler.Their discussion wasn’t just academic, it was a journey through lived experience, confronting trauma, growth, and the real meaning of moving forward.The conversation began with Walt asking, “Why is it that while almost everyone has heard of Sigmund Freud, so few know of Alfred Adler?” Joel’s answer went beyond history. “Adler saw the world from a different angle,” he shared. “While Freud believed the past defined us, Adler taught that our future can pull us forward.”This became a running theme: Freud’s focus on unending cycles of trauma versus Adler’s determination to move beyond hurt.Joel opened up about his own practice, saying, “I use Adler’s concepts often in my work—cognitive behavioral therapy, moving towards improvement and the right mindset.” Walt pressed: “Is this a controversial stance?” Joel didn’t shy away. “There’s a belief that focusing on action ignores the victim’s pain, but I see moving forward as honoring healing, not erasing suffering.”A striking question from the dialogue: “Does talking about the same trauma for years help, or does it trap us?” Joel recounted a case where a woman spent fifteen years in therapy over an unverifiable trauma. His approach: “Why don’t we pick a side and focus on fixing your life now?” This cuts to the core of the issue, can endless searching for causes actually debilitate our present?Walt and Joel agreed that trauma is real, but its definition does not have to become our identity. “Are we supposed to wear our diagnoses as badges for life?” Joel asked. They shared stories of young clients who could only describe themselves through disorders, missing out on their true selves and joys. “What do you enjoy? Who are you beyond your diagnosis?” Joel’s compassionate questioning broke through defenses and uncovered hope.Another emotional highlight: the struggle of those who simply aren’t ready for help. Walt shared advice given to a new therapist: “It’s not your job to fix them; you provide the tools, they must want change.” This compassionate boundary reminded listeners that healing is a partnership, not a rescue mission.The dialogue wasn’t just about psychology, it was about action, self-definition, and courage. “Why is it so hard to let go of pain?” Walt wondered. Joel responded honestly: “Sometimes people aren’t ready. But no one else can heal for us. We need to want it, and be willing to do the work.”Their conversation closes with a hope that more people, and more practitioners, will blend the best of both worlds - honoring past wounds but never being trapped by them. It’s a call to action for anyone who feels defined by yesterday, offering the promise: today, you can begin a new chapter.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/adler-vs-freudFollow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#loatoday#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#joelelston#EmotionalHealing #TraumaRecovery #AdlerVsFreud #GrowthMindset #TherapyJourney #MentalHealthMatters #PersonalGrowth #PsychologicalHealing

In today’s world, millions silently battle the sleepless nights and restless minds of insomnia. Yet, sometimes a single conversation can light up a path to healing.In an inspiring, deeply personal episode of LOA Today, host Walt welcomed Anne Marie, co-host and poet, alongside Raj, a transformed relationship coach, to explore a journey from insomnia’s grip to holistic well-being.Walt began with warmth: “We are so happy you decided to join us today.” The subject: insomnia. Anne Marie quipped, “You actually learn how to turn your insomnia into a gift.” But the core question echoed early on was insomnia a curse, or could it become a doorway to transformation?Walt asked, “Did this all start because you had insomnia?” Raj paused, a smile in his voice, “This is where it gets colorful and interesting.” He shared a pivotal memory: a trip at age three to the library, where he picked up books on planets and dinosaurs—powerful early seeds of curiosity about evolution, existence, and the mind’s capacity.Yet Raj’s life-changing turn began at age eighteen: a soul-shaking journey to India, led by his spiritually open mother. He described meeting a real-life “avatar” whose words stung but awakened: “You think you know something because you read a few school books. You know nothing. You don’t know who you are. You don’t know why you’re here.” Raj recalled, “I had to be metaphorically slapped, eat humble pie, and become humble.” That encounter sent him into “monk mode” for a decade—a silent retreat into introspection, Vedanta, yoga, Kabbalah, and inner search.When Walt asked about the connection to insomnia, Raj’s answer was profound: “The thing that is common to all of us is breath. The breath is the most important fuel for humans, yet we never talk about it.” He explained how breath, not medication, can unlock happiness and well-being: “Breathing helps your focus, clarifies, and if taught from the beginning, society would be in far better shape.”Raj introduced his “three, three” breath method: “Breathe in three parts through the nose, then three out the mouth.  It unlocks serotonin, dopamine, and the bliss molecule anandamide.” Anne Marie tried it, describing a “wonderful head rush, clarity, and less congestion. My whole head now feels clear.” Walt echoed: “Anytime you oxygenate yourself, you’re going to feel a rush.”Raj shared the ripple effects on his health: “I haven’t been sick for 25 years. People ask, ‘How do you do that?’ It’s so easy—anyone can do this.” The conversation illuminated a path away from meds and sleeplessness—a path toward peace, joy, and empowerment.Walt wrapped up, thanking Raj, “on behalf of those people you’ve never met. Thank you for making a difference.”This heartfelt discussion shows that hope and healing are often just a breath away.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/raj-khedunRaj Khedun's Website: https://33insomniahack.com/Follow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#Q&A#waltthiessen#annemarieyoung#YourDailyDoseOfHappy#Insomnia #HealingJourney #Breathwork #SpiritualAwakening #HolisticHealth #MentalWellness #Transformation #LOAToday #Mindfulness #SleepSolutions

In a world obsessed with wealth and material success, it’s easy to lose sight of what truly matters. But what if the key to happiness, healing, and even our future as a society lies less in accumulating riches and more in cultivating connections with ourselves, one another, and the planet?This was the transformative question at the heart of a riveting and deeply emotional conversation between author Diana Colleen, abundance coach Jodielynn, and show host Walt.The discussion began with laughter and honesty about life’s unpredictability—whether it’s roofers pounding overhead or the chaos of live broadcasting. But soon, the real noise faded, replaced by the raw journeys each speaker shared. Diana, whose new speculative fiction book “They Could Be Saviors” forms the basis for the meeting, spoke openly about her darkest moments and how underground psychedelic therapy gave her back not only her will to live but a sense of deep connection. “I was very fortunate to find an underground psychedelic-assisted therapist who I believe saved my life through psychedelics. I found spirituality and tools that kept me alive, like meditation,” Diana revealed.Walt drew out the bigger questions: “Do you see billionaire-ism as a mental illness to be treated? How do you change the story that society tells about money, wealth, and success?” Diana’s answer was bold and vulnerable: “I want to change the narrative. Right now, society looks at billionaires as successful. I want to change that to it’s a mental illness that can be cured with psychedelic therapy, billionaire hoarding is affecting all of us and the planet.”JodieLynn brought warmth and practical wisdom, challenging attendees to reconsider the real power of money. “Money is just a piece of paper; it’s backed by belief. We put billionaires on a pedestal, but having money isn’t an absolute guarantee of happiness or wholeness.” Her coaching is grounded in abundance, but also in personal responsibility a theme echoed by Diana: “I am responsible for my entire story, even the parts I didn’t write the only person responsible for how I move forward is me.”The conversation cracked open our collective scarcity mindset, confronting beliefs inherited from centuries of competition and hierarchy. “We live in an abundant world,” JodieLynn reminded everyone, urging us to shift from scarcity to connection and contribution.As the episode closed, there was a sense of hope - a belief in the ripple effect of healing, vulnerability, and authenticity shared. Diana’s offer to join book clubs and respond to reader emails underscored the desire for true human connection. Walt’s gratitude summarized it all: “On behalf of those you’ve never met but have helped, thank you. You’re making a difference.”LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/diana-colleenDiana Colleen's Website: https://www.dianacolleenauthor.com/Follow the LOA Today podcast: https://www.loatoday.net/follow#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#jodielynncraven#loatodayapp#YourDailyDoseOfHappy#HealingJourney #AbundanceMindset #PsychedelicTherapy #ConnectionMatters #SocietalChange #AuthorSpotlight #PersonalGrowth #WealthRedefined #HopeInAction

Have you ever found yourself asking, “What am I even doing here?” It’s a question that came up in a recent deep-dive conversation between Walt and Joel, one that echoed not just in their stories, but in the hearts of anyone who’s worked a job they didn’t love or lost their passion along the way.Walt opened the discussion by sharing greetings and reflections, setting the stage for what unfolded: a frank and thoughtful exploration of what it means to pay attention in a world overflowing with distractions, expectations, and, sometimes, jobs that “tear you apart.”Joel, drawing on his experience as a life coach, challenged the standard narrative of ADHD and distraction. “I don’t have a deficit of attention. I have an abundance. My problem is, where does it go?” he reflected, highlighting how society’s labels often misplace the root of struggle. “Who decides what the right thing is?” Walt pressed, probing deeper into how we judge ourselves and how others judge us for what we focus on.The conversation moved like a river, sometimes gentle, sometimes turbulent. They shared stories of people stuck in lucrative but unfulfilling careers. Joel recounted a client working 6.5 days a week in a data center job he hated, staying only for the paycheck, and mapping out small steps to reclaim his passion for education. Walt mirrored these struggles with stories from his IT days: “I didn’t really love it. It was as if my soul was being ripped apart. But I stayed for the money.”Personal stories drove home a universal truth: too often, we find ourselves chasing security at the expense of happiness, passion, and even health. “Is your happiness more important or the financials?” Joel asked. The answer isn’t always simple, but the process is: Break it down into steps. Take micro-actions. Try new things, even for a single day or hour, to discover what excites you.Walt found new passion in artificial intelligence, a field he’d ignored for years—proving that sometimes, a change of perspective is all it takes to ignite curiosity again. Joel described how step-by-step action plans, especially for those with ADHD, can build confidence and momentum. “When you condition the brain to say, ‘I got this done’, instead of ‘I can’t do anything right’, that’s when everything starts to shift,” he advised.The conversation ended on a life-affirming note: the importance of reframing work, passion, even challenges, as opportunities for meaning and self-discovery. “Your perspective dictates your reality,” Joel repeated. Walt agreed, reminding listeners that black-and-white thinking keeps us stuck, but small steps into the “gray” can make mountains feel moveable.This wasn’t just talk, it was a roadmap for anyone searching for purpose, battling distraction, or craving more meaning in their daily grind. The invitation is simple: ask yourself the big questions, take baby steps, and never underestimate the power of a changed mindset.LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/pronoiaFollow the LOA Today podcast:  https://www.loatoday.net/follow#loatoday#lawofattraction#manifesting#vibration#podcast#deliberatecreators#Q&A#waltthiessen#joelelston#Purpose #FindYourPassion #Focus #PersonalGrowth #MindsetMatters #WorkHappiness #ADHD #CareerChange #StepByStep #LifeCoaching