LOA Today - Your Daily Dose Of Happy

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 h...

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...

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 m...

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 exp...

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 grow...

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. Wal...

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...

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- lo...

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 g...

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...

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...

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 sh...

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 an...

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...

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...

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 aut...

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...

“Is it possible to finally live free from shame?” That’s the unspoken question echoing through the conversation between podcast host Walt and sex educator and coach Mandy Hart—a conversation that swept through vulnerability, hope, and the raw realities of what it means to be human. From the start, Walt acknowledged the “daily dose of happy” he hopes to bring his listeners, and though his co-host A...

In a world that demands rigid plans and constant struggle, Melanie Smithson offers a revolutionary approach to living: radical letting go. Her journey from a New York City accountant to a Santa Fe-based somatic psychotherapist is a testament to the power of surrendering to life's mysterious flow. What happens when you stop fighting and start flowing? For Melanie, it meant transforming her enti...

Have you ever wondered why success seems just out of reach? Why do brilliant ideas die before they even breathe? In a raw, revealing conversation between Walt and Joel, the shocking truth emerged: your brain is secretly working against you. Imagine being trapped in a mental prison of your own making, where negative narratives loop endlessly. Walt and Joel dissected how our subconscious mind create...

What happens when you decide to break the cycle of generational trauma and truly love yourself? Kim Anderson's extraordinary journey reveals a powerful blueprint for personal transformation that will inspire anyone feeling stuck in repetitive life patterns. Growing up in Detroit with an absent father, Kim experienced firsthand how childhood experiences can unconsciously shape adult relationshi...

What happens when the most challenging relationship in your life becomes the catalyst for your greatest personal transformation? For Mila Maxwell, her journey with her sister Sarah, who has cerebral palsy, became a profound exploration of empathy, self-discovery, and healing. In her deeply moving book "Finding Lady Baltimore," Mila courageously unveils the complex emotional landscape of...

Are you exhausted from constantly chasing relationships that never materialize? What if the secret to finding love isn't about pursuing, but attracting? In a raw, honest conversation between Joel Elston and Walt Thiessen, they unveiled the painful truth about modern dating: our desperate chase is precisely what drives potential partners away. The core message is devastatingly simple yet profou...

In a raw and revealing conversation, Walt, Anne-Marie, and Lauren peeled back the layers of modern dating, exposing the vulnerable underbelly of relationships in an era of unprecedented complexity. The journey began with a stark exploration of how the COVID-19 pandemic became an unexpected relationship crucible. Walt shared how the forced isolation stripped away distractions, forcing couples to co...

Imagine walking away from everything you know - selling your home, leaving behind a successful farm, and setting sail to explore the world's vast oceans. This is exactly what Allison and Dan Geishen did, transforming a childhood dream into an extraordinary reality that challenges everything we think we know about adventure, love, and personal passion. Their story begins with a magical childhoo...