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LOA Today - Resentment - 11.26.25

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/resentment

LOA Today - Your Daily Dose of Happy 11.12.25

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/pronoia

LOA Daily 11.11.25 - Healing Intimacy: Freeing Yourself from Shame with Mandy Hart

“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 Anne Marie was absent, the dialogue that unfolded between Walt and Mandy dove deeper than happiness alone. “Let’s find more about who you are. You gotta clue the audience in” Walt asked, easing Mandy into a space where she could reveal her journey of self-acceptance and transformation.

Mandy bravely shared how discovering her own diagnosis of genital herpes at 22 propelled her career into sexual health and coaching. “I realized that there was so much I didn’t know and wanted to know,” Mandy recounted. With striking candor, she described how her path, via research, hospitals, and even Reddit threads, wound back to her passion: empowering people to shed their secrecy, break their cycles of shame, and realize they are not alone.

Walt pressed further, “What are the numbers? Like you said, you knew what the numbers were like. Give us an idea” Mandy responded not just with statistics, but with empathy reminding listeners that “it’s a numbers game, almost anyone can get it,” and for her, disclosing her diagnosis became a powerful way to “weed people out the sooner I disclosed, the quicker I was able to figure out am I going to move forward with this person or not.”

This theme of radical authenticity ran throughout the exchange. Mandy spoke about how shame operates: “A lot of people think it’s a reflection of who they are, I see a lot of self-shaming, I’m a whore, I’m a slut, I deserve this, I’m being punished.” She urged us to ask, “Do we do that to ourselves if we get the common cold? No.” The culture of shame around sexuality is a cultural inheritance, but Mandy and Walt both agreed that talking honestly is the most direct way to undo that burden.

No subject was too uncomfortable for this conversation: Walt questioned the effects of culture—Puritanism, modern blame, and victimhood and Mandy replied with personal reflections shaped by both struggle and compassion. The two explored the dangers of “toxic positivity,” social media’s curated realities, and the pendulum swings of societal progress and backlash.

In the end, the most moving lesson was simple yet profound: “Balance,” Mandy insisted, “is always everything.” Through empathy, honest disclosure, and mutual support, both in personal relationships and online communities, we move closer to it.

Takeaway Questions to Reflect:

Are parts of your life lived in secrecy or shame that could be freed by authentic conversation?
What patterns from culture or childhood keep you from real connection and what would it mean to unravel them?
How can embracing “the gray” in life lead to both self-compassion and deeper empathy for others?

As Walt thanked Mandy on behalf of listeners who might never speak up, he reminded us all that every honest conversation makes a difference.

LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/mandy-hart

LOA Daily - Seasonal Affective Disorder

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 creates invisible barriers, programming us to expect failure before we even start.

The game-changing revelation? Your perspective literally creates your reality.

Joel shared a powerful personal story about transforming his hatred of Mondays. Once plagued by traumatic memories of chaotic Monday mornings filled with financial stress and personal drama, he consciously reprogrammed his mindset. Now, Monday isn't just another day—it's his favorite day of opportunity.

The most profound insight came when they explored the magical thinking of 10-year-olds. Children don't know limitations exist. They see possibilities where adults see roadblocks. Their brains are pristine, expecting greatness without questioning whether something can be done.

"The 10-year-old brain ever saying has none of that," Joel explained. "It gets shifted straight to, 'Well, there's an answer. So I'll just find the answers.'"

Walt shared a transformative educational experience where teenagers solved complex problems when adults stopped solving things for them. By removing the safety net, these young minds discovered incredible creative potential.

The conversation unveiled a revolutionary approach to personal growth: constant creation without judgment. Walt suggested creating something daily, anything, without worrying about its practical value. The act of creation itself rewires neural pathways.

"One thought leads to another thought," Joel emphasized. "It's a cascading effect."

Their most playful recommendation? The "train game" - a spontaneous storytelling exercise that unleashes creativity by building a narrative collaboratively. It's a simple yet powerful technique to break mental rigidity.

The ultimate message? You are the architect of your reality. Your perspective isn't just a lens, it's the blueprint of your experiences.

Are you ready to demolish your mental limitations? To see the world through the eyes of a possibility-driven 10-year-old? The choice is yours.

Your mind is waiting to be unleashed.

LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/seasonal-affective-disorder

LOA Daily - Divine Perfect Mate: How Kim Anderson Turned Generational Pain Into a Pathway to Love

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 relationships. Her breakthrough came when she realized she was unconsciously repeating her parents' relationship patterns - living in a duplex, becoming a single mother, attracting men similar to her father.

Instead of remaining a victim, Kim embarked on a remarkable self-discovery journey. She created a deliberate, intentional path to healing and love that would ultimately lead her to her perfect partner.

Her process was revolutionary: she made a detailed list of qualities she wanted in a partner, but crucially, she didn't just wait for that person. She became the embodiment of those qualities herself. Each month, she dedicated herself to developing one characteristic - exploring culture through museums, attending operas, experiencing fine dining - transforming herself from the inside out.

The most powerful moment came when she stopped desperately seeking love and instead declared her own worthiness. After releasing a relationship with a seemingly "perfect on paper" man who revealed narcissistic tendencies, she surrendered.

Her exact words were profound: "I believe there's somebody out there who's going to love me for me, pure. Period. The end."

Just two weeks later, she met her husband at a wedding - a whirlwind romance that resulted in engagement within six weeks and a 30-year marriage built on laughter, mutual respect, and deep connection.

Kim's journey offers critical insights: Healing generational patterns requires conscious work, self-love is the foundation of healthy relationships, surrender doesn't mean giving up - it means trusting the process, and personal growth attracts the right people into your life

Her message is clear: transformation is possible when you're willing to do the inner work, face your pain, and believe in your own worth.

Today, Kim helps others through her Divine Perfect Mate program, sharing the eight steps that helped her break free from generational pain and create a loving, lasting relationship.

Her story proves that your past doesn't define your future, you do.

LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/kim-anderson

Thank you, and have a great day ahead.

LOA Today - Mila Maxwell on Love, Guilt, and Resilience

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 growing up alongside a sibling with a disability. Her story is not just about disability, but about the universal human experience of understanding, acceptance, and personal growth.

The book's genesis was unexpected. Inspired by a late-night creative spark, Mila began writing a fictional narrative that allowed her to process decades of repressed emotions. "I was always hyper-vigilant," she shared, revealing how she monitored her sister's needs, often suppressing her own feelings to protect her family.

Motherhood became a transformative turning point. With the birth of her son Bennett, Mila experienced an emotional awakening. Suddenly, years of unspoken feelings and childhood memories came flooding back, compelling her to explore her experiences more deeply.

"I was afraid of being emotional, afraid of being needy," Mila explained. Her book became a powerful vehicle for understanding her own journey, challenging the narrative that her struggles were less significant because they were different from her sister's.

The writing process was therapeutic. By choosing fiction, Mila created a nuanced space to explore complex emotions without being constrained by strict memoir limitations. She discovered that her experiences could resonate with readers far beyond her immediate family's story.

Her father's response was particularly poignant. When Mila wondered about her sister's potential life without cerebral palsy, he simply said, "She wouldn't be her. We wouldn't be us either." This profound statement encapsulates the book's core message: our challenges shape us, they don't define us.

The book's reception has been remarkable. A launch party attended by nearly 100 people demonstrated the community's hunger for authentic, vulnerable storytelling. Readers from diverse backgrounds found pieces of themselves within her narrative.

Mila's advice for aspiring writers is compassionate and practical: "Write for yourself. You don't have to publish everything. Sometimes, writing is about processing, about healing."

Her journey reminds us that our most challenging relationships can become our greatest teachers. By embracing vulnerability, by giving voice to our complex emotions, we create space for understanding, growth, and ultimately, profound healing.

"Finding Lady Baltimore" is more than a book, it's a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, a celebration of sibling love in all its complicated beauty.

LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/mila-maxwell

LOA Daily - Echoes of the Scroll: Navigating the Modern Dating Maze

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 confront uncomfortable truths. "The pandemic accelerated relationship transitions," he explained, revealing how months of close proximity could either forge deeper connections or expose irreparable fractures.

Lauren's personal story resonated deeply. Emerging from a marriage that consumed her entire twenties, she found herself thrust into an unfamiliar dating landscape. "I was suddenly single in Los Angeles during lockdown," she recalled, "with no understanding of how to navigate this new world."

The conversation dove deep into the heart of relationship challenges, challenging traditional notions of masculinity and femininity. Lauren introduced a revolutionary approach to dating - creating a comprehensive document outlining her must-haves, deal-breakers, and relationship expectations. "I got specific," she shared. "Pages detailing everything from spiritual beliefs to family values."

Walt courageously unpacked the toxic "red pill" mentality plaguing modern dating, exposing how some men adopt destructive strategies that promise short-term success but guarantee long-term emotional bankruptcy. "These approaches might work initially," Lauren noted, "but they'll ultimately fall apart because they're terrified of opening their hearts."

The most profound moments came when discussing the deep human need for connection. "Connection is the most unrecognized need," Walt emphasized, highlighting how men particularly struggle to express vulnerability.

Anne-Marie offered a beacon of hope, sharing insights from her nearly 30-year marriage. "It's about communication, appreciation, and showing up for each other," she explained, demonstrating that lasting love requires continuous effort and mutual respect.

The conversation revealed critical truths about modern relationships: Chemistry is fleeting; compatibility is crucial, personal growth is a lifelong journey, vulnerability is strength not weakness, communication transcends gender roles and mutual understanding requires radical honesty.

Lauren's most powerful insight cut to the heart of relationship dynamics: "If you want real, sustainable love, you can't just follow social media sound bites. You need nuance, balance, and genuine connection."

Walt's passionate plea resonated with anyone who has felt lost in the dating wilderness: "We can't wait to have these conversations later. We need to have them now."

This wasn't just a conversation about dating. It was a manifesto of hope, a roadmap for those brave enough to seek genuine connection in a world that often feels emotionally disconnected.

The message was clear: Love is possible. But it requires courage, vulnerability, and a willingness to see beyond surface-level expectations.

LOA Today Episode Page: https://www.loatoday.net/navigating-the-modern-dating-maze

LOA Daily - Ian Clark - CEO of Activation Products

At 46, Ian fell in love with nature and watched it turn his life completely.

Now 65, he feels healthier than ever.

Yeah, yeah, yeah … Great, we’ve heard this story before, but what the heck!

Let’s hear it again.

Then we start the interview, and very quickly Walt and Neo realize that
we had NOT heard this story before.

Drinking water, especially purified water, is BAD for you???

The human body really ISN’T more that 75% water???

By drinking water we are actually dehydrating ourselves every day???

Say what???

Yup, that’s what the man said!

Toto, I don’t think we’re in Kansas any more.

His website:  https://shop.activationproducts.com/

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LOA Daily - Mirror Exercises with Neo Positivity

We’ve talked about them before, and today we go into greater depth about
mirror exercises.

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LOA Daily - New Year’s Financial Goals

Our scheduled guest’s wife is in labor to have twin babies, so in his
absence, JodieLynn and Walt talk about financial goals and frustrations
people experience when they start the new year.

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