LOA Today - Your Daily Dose Of Happy

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