LOA Today - Your Daily Dose Of Happy

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?
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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.”
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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.”
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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.
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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.
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