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In this episode, Victoria Johnson, PhD, PCC, speaks with author and grief coach Jenny Hall about the deeply personal and universal experience of grief, and what it can mean to find your way forward after devastating loss. Jenny shares her journey following the sudden death of her spouse, Jim, and how that experience eventually led to the creation of her book, The Grief Beacon. Together, Victoria and Jenny explore how grief can affect every part of life, from identity and security to relationships, routines, and the way we see the future. The conversation also looks at the importance of allowing grief rather than constantly distracting from it, finding safe people who will listen, practicing self-compassion, and recognizing that grief is not limited to death. The loss of a relationship, career, lifestyle, home, or sense of safety can all create very real grief. Jenny shares some of the practical tools she uses in her work, including journaling, meditation, mirror work, letter writing, and release rituals, while emphasizing that every person’s grief experience is different and deserves to be acknowledged. Her message is one of hope: healing does not mean forgetting, and even profound loss can eventually be carried in a way that allows life, meaning, and purpose to grow around it. Connect with Jenny: Learn more about Jenny and her grief support work at www.jennyhall.ca. Her book, The Grief Beacon, is available on Amazon. You can learn more about Victoria Johnson, her work, and upcoming Heal Your Life® trainings at www.healyourlifetrainer.com.

In this episode, Victoria Johnson, PhD, PCC, National Trainer for Heal Your Life® in Canada, speaks with Mandolin Brown, the Audacity Coach, about the powerful connection between emotional wellbeing and physical health. Mandolin shares her personal journey through unexplained physical symptoms, the frustration of being told that everything was medically “normal,” and how discovering the mind-body connection changed the direction of her life. The conversation explores suppressed emotions, chronic stress, major life transitions, Louise Hay’s work, and the importance of looking at the whole person while continuing to seek appropriate medical care. Mandolin also introduces her book, Shattered Illusions: Have the Audacity to Change Your Life, and her six-pillar Audacity Method, designed to help people awaken, heal, reclaim, align, reinvent, and rise. Connect with Mandolin: Download her free guide at www.mandolinbrown.world/guide. Mandolin is also hosting The Whole Story, a free workshop on September 12, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. ET. Workshop information: https://www.facebook.com/events/1051112961159106 Her program, Have the Audacity to Listen to Your Body and Heal Your Life, begins September 28, 2026. You can learn more about Victoria Johnson, her work, and upcoming Heal Your Life® trainings at www.healyourlifetrainer.com.

In this episode, Victoria Johnson speaks with Yvonne Oswald, PhD, about clearing negative emotions in minutes rather than spending years repeatedly talking about the past. Yvonne is the author of several books, including her latest, No More Therapist: Your Brain Has the Answer, a seven-day rapid mind-rewire program. The book includes a section inspired by Louise Hay’s work, used with permission, that connects areas of the body with their possible emotional meanings and integrates those insights into a practical system for emotional and physical reset. Victoria and Yvonne discuss how the brain and body store experiences like file folders, why revisiting every detail of the past is not always necessary, and how precise language can influence emotions, health, relationships, and success. They also explore quantum thinking, self-talk, and how to stop repeating familiar emotional patterns. Originally from England and now living in the Dominican Republic, Yvonne is internationally recognized for her expertise in Neuro-Linguistic Programming and the power of language. Her guiding message is: “Every word has power. Success starts with self-talk.” Learn more about Yvonne at ⁠globalwelcome.com⁠, and receive her free Safety Box gift at ⁠globalwelcome.com/safety-box⁠. Explore Victoria’s Heal Your Life® training programs at ⁠healyourlifetrainer.com⁠.

In this thoughtful episode, Victoria Johnson speaks with George Stoimenov, who lives on the coast of England and works with vulnerable people within the justice system. George explores men’s work, trauma, inner-child healing, and the specific challenges men often face in recovery and personal growth. He explains why lasting change requires more than changing behaviour. Healing begins by understanding the deeper experiences and unconscious patterns shaping our choices. As Carl Jung wrote, “Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.” Victoria and George discuss the importance of creating safe spaces where men can speak honestly, reconnect with themselves, and address emotional pain without shame or judgement. George describes healing as rebuilding from the ground up through awareness, compassion, and more conscious choices. Although it is not discussed directly in the episode, George also uses the work of Louise Hay in his personal life, creating a meaningful connection with the Heal Your Life® philosophy. Learn more about George at ⁠menscorner.co.uk⁠ and explore Victoria’s Heal Your Life® training programs at ⁠healyourlifetrainer.com⁠.

In this heartfelt episode, Victoria Johnson speaks with Shana Ng, a registered nurse, mental health professional, and certified and licensed Heal Your Life® Workshop Teacher and Coach, about healing generational trauma within Asian families. Shana shares what it was like growing up in a strict household shaped by high expectations, unspoken rules, and pressure to be perfect. Although these expectations were often connected to love and a desire for success, they also left her feeling that approval, belonging, and worth had to be earned. She explains how difficult it can be to speak honestly about family pain in cultures where mental health struggles and personal problems are often kept private. Feelings of guilt, shame, and disloyalty can make healing feel lonely, especially when other family members are not ready to acknowledge harmful patterns. Shana describes learning to give herself the approval she once sought from others. This conversation is a powerful reminder that worthiness does not come from perfection, achievement, or pleasing others. We are worthy of love, rest, happiness, and belonging exactly as we are. Learn more about Shana at ⁠theworthyspace.com⁠ and explore Victoria’s Heal Your Life® training programs at ⁠healyourlifetrainer.com⁠.

In this episode, Victoria Johnson welcomes licensed life coach Parveen Deepak for a moving conversation about hope, healing, breast cancer recovery, grief, gratitude, and the life-changing power of Louise Hay’s teachings. Parveen shares how reading You Can Heal Your Life more than 20 years ago introduced her to the affirmation “All is well,” a phrase that became an anchor through family loss, her sister’s breast cancer journey, and eventually her own diagnosis and recovery. Together, Victoria and Parveen discuss how to choose hope without denying reality, how anger can be channelled into healing and learning, and why gratitude can help us find strength during times of change. This conversation is for anyone navigating illness, grief, family change, or a season of uncertainty. To learn more about becoming a Heal Your Life® Coach and Workshop Teacher visit trainer Victoria Johnson's WEBSITE.

In this episode, Victoria Johnson speaks with life coach and grief educator Deborah Cherry about grief, healing, self-forgiveness, and transforming personal pain into purpose. Deborah shares her journey through divorce, the loss of her partner to cancer, and the transition into a new chapter of life as an empty nester. Together, Victoria and Deborah explore what it means to sit with grief, support others without trying to fix them, and make the conscious choice to keep growing, even when life feels uncertain. This conversation is for anyone moving through loss, transition, or a season of feeling stuck. Deborah Cherry is a life coach and grief educator who supports people navigating stress, loss, leadership challenges, and major life transitions. Her work is grounded in lived experience, compassion, and the belief that healing is possible, even when life does not unfold the way we expected. Visit her ⁠WEBSITE. ⁠ Victoria Johnson is a Heal Your Life® Trainer, coach, author, and facilitator who supports people in personal transformation, emotional healing, and self-awareness. Through the Heal Your Life® Talk Show, Victoria shares conversations that inspire growth, healing, and new possibilities. Learn more about becoming a licensed Heal Your Life Teacher and Coach ⁠HERE.

This is a "must-watch" episode! In this episode, Victoria sits down with Dr. David Clarke, MD, President of the Association for Treatment of Neuroplastic Symptoms, to explore a topic that is often misunderstood and frequently missed in traditional healthcare: neuroplastic symptoms. These are very real physical symptoms, such as chronic pain, fatigue, migraines, dizziness, and other conditions that are not caused by structural disease, but by the brain’s response to stress and unresolved emotional experiences. Dr. Clarke explains that these symptoms affect approximately one in three adults, yet many people go years without a proper diagnosis or effective treatment. Together, they unpack how past experiences, especially childhood adversity, along with personality patterns like perfectionism and people-pleasing, can contribute to the development of these symptoms. The conversation highlights how suppressed or unprocessed emotions can manifest physically, often leaving individuals feeling confused, dismissed, or stuck in cycles of ongoing health challenges. Dr. Clarke shares compelling case examples of individuals who experienced significant and lasting relief once the emotional drivers behind their symptoms were identified and addressed. He also introduces practical approaches to healing, including increasing awareness of stressors, processing emotions, and simple techniques such as therapeutic writing to safely express what has been held in. This episode offers both validation and direction for anyone who has struggled with symptoms that do not seem to have a clear medical explanation. It provides a grounded and hopeful perspective on the mind-body connection and reinforces that these symptoms are not imagined and, importantly, are treatable. Key Takeaways: Neuroplastic symptoms are common and often misunderstood Physical symptoms can be driven by stress and emotional patterns Suppressed emotions do not disappear; they show up in the body Awareness and emotional processing are central to healing Recovery is possible, even after years of symptoms Resources Mentioned: ⁠Symptomatic.me⁠ (self-assessment and educational resources). Be sure to check it out! To learn more about host Victoria Johnson and the training she provides, please visit her ⁠WEBSITE. ⁠

Victoria Johnson speaks with Brownell Landrum, author of The Art and Science of Wishing, about how wishing bridges metaphysical wisdom and scientific research. Brownell explains her concept of “cosmic wishing,” the science behind how wishes engage mind, body, and behaviour, and her simple Three P’s framework: being peaceful, positive, and purposeful. Together they explore repetition, action, wish circles, and collective intention, along with how to engage even sceptics by blending evidence with curiosity and play.  Learn more about Brownwell Landrum. Check out her Cosmic Wish Experiment Learn More about Host Victoria Johnson and Heal Your Life Coach and Workshop Training.

Guest: Helen Dugdale, author of Put Insomnia to Sleep Victoria Johnson talks with Psychologist Helen Dugdale about the real causes of insomnia and anxiety and what truly helps people sleep better. Helen explains why stress, habits, and environmental factors often matter more than trying to force sleep, and shares practical strategies to calm the nervous system. The episode covers simple tools such as bedtime routines, reduced screen time, gentle movement, breathing exercises, grounding techniques, and positive affirmations. Helen also previews her upcoming book on overcoming anxiety and offers a free PDF of sleep and anxiety tips, with plans for a follow-up episode focused on client case studies. Learn more about Helen Dugdale Learn more about your host Victoria Johnson and Heal Your Life Coach and Workshop Training HERE.

Bridging Science and Spirit: Mind Wellness & Transformation with Niharika Rajnala Host: Victoria JohnsonGuest: Niharika Rajnala, M.Sc., PhD (Candidate) – Health Science Professional, Certified Heal Your Life® Coach, Mind Wellness & Transformation Coach In this empowering episode, Victoria Johnson welcomes Niharika Rajnala, a passionate Health Science Professional and Mind Wellness Coach based in Victoria, BC, Canada. With over 13 years of experience spanning mind wellness, clinical research, public health, academic research, and medical writing, Niharika shares how she blends Louise Hay’s transformational philosophy with her scientific background to help others heal from the inside out. Niharika Rajnala holds a Master’s Degree in Medical Science and is currently pursuing her PhD. She is a Researcher at a leading cancer clinic, contributing to advancements across multiple therapeutic areas: Oncology: Lung Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Breast CancerNeurochemistry: Alzheimer’s DiseaseImmunology: PsoriasisInfectious Diseases: Pediatric HIVHer exceptional work has earned her several international awards and recognition in Research & Development and the Pharmaceutical Industry. She offers insights into the connection between science and spirituality, the power of affirmations, and how to create mental and emotional balance through intentional daily practices. “The point of power is in the present moment.” – Louise Hay As a Certified Heal Your Life® Coach, Niharika is passionate about mind wellness, transformation, and emotional healing. Through her YouTube channel, she shares guided meditations, affirmations, and healing practices, inspiring a global audience to live consciously and joyfully. Science Meets Soul: How medical research and Louise Hay’s teachings work hand-in-hand to promote holistic healing.Affirmations as Medicine: Using positive thought to reframe stress and enhance mental clarity.Mind Wellness Practices: Simple daily rituals for balance, resilience, and self-love.Global Impact: Bringing healing to people worldwide through digital content and compassionate coaching.Presence and Power: Returning to the moment to access peace, awareness, and possibility.“I bring together medical science and mind wellness to help people transform from the inside out.” – Niharika Rajnala“The point of power is in the present moment.” – Louise Hay“Our minds are powerful allies in healing when guided by love, not fear.” – Niharika Rajnala Ground Yourself: Pause and take three slow breaths before your next task. Affirm the Positive: Repeat, “I am healthy, whole, and complete.” Learn & Reflect: Visit Niharika’s YouTube channel and explore a guided meditation that speaks to your current season.⁠YouTube⁠⁠LinkedIn ⁠To learn more about Heal Your Life® Coach training with Victoria Johnson PhD, ⁠please visit our website. ⁠

Guest: Poliana Conti, Founder, Partners for Growth; Certified Heal Your Life Coach; Authorised Five Behaviors Partner; ICF member; 25+ years in global HR across 44+ countries Links Website: ⁠PolianaConti.com⁠LinkedIn: ⁠Poliana Conti⁠Leaders do not need to know everything. They need to be grounded, practise grace, cultivate gratitude, and uphold governance of self and systems. Coaching works best as a partnership that empowers expertise within the team. 00:00–01:16 Intro: Victoria frames the episode, discussing transformation stories, tools, and strategies for living your best life. Guest intro and credentials. 01:16–03:12 Why heart-centred leadershipPoliana traces her shift from classic HR to a human-centred approach built on trust, authenticity, and the ability to be vulnerable. 03:12–06:06 What vulnerability looks like at workPractical vulnerability equals honest uncertainty plus shared problem-solving 06:06–08:21 Coaching as partnershipPoliana’s Partnership Advantage: Coaches are not above or below the client. They walk alongside to enable decisions based on the client's needs. 08:49–10:19 Partners for Growth overviewTwo layers: Business, leadership, team, and individual growthThe Four Gs of sustainable leadership: Grounded, Grace, Gratitude, Governance10:19–12:07 Blending Heal Your Life® with corporate workAffirmations, authenticity, and a clear "Why" help leaders set safe, high-quality, on-time cultures. Ripple effects begin with the leader’s state. 12:07–15:33 Grounding before meetings and conversationsEnergy check, breath work, and a short “safety message” that includes mental readiness. Applies to both work and personal relationships. 15:33–18:28 Culture shift: Soft skills are now essential skills. Role-model moments from CEOs set norms for well-being and boundaries. 18:28–21:00 Personal transformation Training helped Poliana pause, exit autopilot, and navigate identity while moving from corporate America to entrepreneurship. 21:00–23:21 Continuous growth and self-governance. Every experience builds the next identity. Governance includes regularly checking if you have slipped back into automatic patterns. 23:21–24:33 Favourite affirmation“Everything is happening for my highest good. All is well in my world.” 24:33–25:20 Where to find Poliana, and how to support the show. “The best leaders are comfortable saying, ‘I do not know the answer. We will figure it out together.’”“Coaching is a partnership. I am not higher or lower. I am here to help you make the right decision from your expertise.”“Grounded leaders change the room before they say a word.”“Governance is not only process. It is self-management so you do not slip into automatic.”Four Gs of Sustainable Leadership Grounded, Grace, Gratitude, GovernanceBusiness Growth Pillars Business growth and culture, Leadership growth, Team growth, Individual growthPractices Brief breath work, energy check-ins, affirmations, stating safety and quality values out loud, clarifying WhyBefore your next meeting: take three slow breaths, then ask yourself, “How am I arriving?”If you lead: open by naming priorities that set culture, for example, “Safety, quality, on time.”If you feel impostor syndrome: list your leadership strengths and one place to rely on your team’s expertise this week.Daily governance check: “Where did I go on automatic today and how will I reset tomorrow?”If you enjoyed this podcast, please remember to subscribe and share. We welcome your comments. To learn more about Heal Your Life® Training with host

Victoria Johnson speaks with attorney-turned-betrayal-recovery expert Lora Cheadle about healing after profound betrayal and reclaiming identity, joy, and agency. Lora shares how discovering her husband’s long-term infidelity dismantled her sense of self, how she rebuilt using her 5-step FLAUNT framework, and why accepting reality, feeling feelings, and trusting your own truth are the bedrock of recovery. Together they explore reframing anniversaries of loss, navigating setbacks without spiritual bypassing, and “closing scenes” in life like a screenwriter so you can move into the next act with intention. Betrayal can come from people, life events, our bodies, and self-abandonment through people-pleasing and perfectionism.Healing requires both regulation and meaning-making. Laughter and play help regulate the nervous system so the prefrontal cortex can engage.Spiritual bypassing slows recovery. Give yourself permission to feel fully, then use tools to move through.Progress is not linear. Navigation means pivoting, resting, and continuing with small course corrections.Trust your own filter. Seek advice, then decide from inner knowing and communicate clearly: “I valued your input, and I have decided to do X.”Find Your Fetish: Return to pure joy and play for its own sake.Laugh Out Loud: Use laughter to calm and re-regulate the nervous system.AU Accept Unconditionally: The golden centre. Accept yourself, others, and what has happened, without trying to change the past.Navigate the Negative: Expect storms and keep adjusting your course.Trust in Your Truth: Use your intellect and intuition as the final filter.Anniversary reframe: Mark difficult dates as milestones of reclamation and growth.Feel first, then frame: Allow the tears, nausea, and grief. Afterward, choose a supportive narrative.Five endings exercise: Journal five distinct meanings or endings for a hard event. Pick one and identify what lessons or “foreshadowing” you will carry into the next scene.Boundary script for advice-givers: “Thank you. I took it into consideration, and I have decided to do Y.”Micro-navigation: When plans stall, make a small shift rather than abandoning the plan entirely.“Joy is your natural state.”“The universe gave me the answer before it gave me the problem.”“You are the writer of your own screenplay.”“Accept unconditionally. Then navigate.”Books by Lora Cheadle:Flaunt: Drop Your Cover and Reveal Your Smart, Sexy, and Spiritual Self; It’s Not Burnout, It’s Betrayal.Program: Life Choreography.Website: laurachedle.com (as stated in the episode).From Betrayal to Radiance: Lora Cheadle’s FLAUNT FrameworkFeel, Accept, Navigate: Healing After Betrayal with Lora CheadleYou Are the Writer: Reframing Pain and Choosing Your Next SceneBetrayal-recovery expert Lora Cheadle joins Victoria to unpack FLAUNT, a five-step path from shock and self-doubt to joy, acceptance, and self-trust. Learn how to regulate your nervous system with laughter, avoid spiritual bypassing, and “close scenes” in your life like a screenwriter so you can move forward with clarity. 00:00 Welcome and guest intro01:31 Lora’s story and the shattering of identity06:10 FLAUNT overview and why joy and laughter come first08:22 Accept Unconditionally without bypassing11:40 Feeling feelings and letting tears end12:36 Navigate the Negative and micro-course-corrections15:50 Trust in Your Truth and handling pushback18:44 Life Choreography explained20:45 Screenwriting your next scene and creating meaning23:40 The five endings journaling practice24

Writing Your Life’s Script: How Coaching and Storytelling Intersect Podcast Summary: In this captivating episode, Victoria Johnson talks with Carolyn J. Carpenter, licensed Heal Your Life® coach, accomplished screenwriter, story analyst, and co-founder of Hollywood Gatekeepers. Carolyn is a highly respected industry expert who teaches writers, producers, and creatives how to craft emotionally powerful stories while navigating the complex dynamics of Hollywood. Carolyn shares how her work as a certified Heal Your Life® coach, rooted in Louise Hay’s principles, enhances her ability to develop authentic characters and foster meaningful human connection in an era where AI is transforming creative industries. Her unique approach blends psychology, emotional awareness, and storytelling to create compelling narratives both on-screen and in life. Together, Victoria and Carolyn explore how the structure of a screenplay mirrors life’s transitions, from inciting incidents to the "Valley of Despair" and ultimate transformation. Carolyn encourages listeners to view themselves as the protagonist of their own story and embrace every chapter as part of personal growth and reinvention. Packed with personal stories, practical affirmations, and tools like journaling and visualization, this episode will inspire anyone seeking creativity, clarity, and transformation in their own life story. Key Highlights Integrating life coaching with screenwriting to create deeper, more authentic storytellingUsing screenplay structure to navigate and embrace personal life transitionsShifting perspectives to overcome challenges and choose empowering thoughtsEmbracing creativity and connection in a rapidly changing, AI-influenced worldPractical tools like affirmations, journaling, and visualization for personal growthResources and Links Hollywood Gatekeepers: hollywoodgatekeepers.com/actionVictoria Johnson Coaching & Training: www.healyourlifetrainer.com

Shattered Illusions: Healing the Mind-Body Connection with Mandolin Brown Guest: Mandolin Brown — Certified Heal Your Life® Coach, Workshop Facilitator, and Author Host: Victoria Johnson Episode Overview In this heartfelt episode, Victoria Johnson talks with Mandolin Brown about her powerful journey through psychosomatic illness, emotional healing, and personal transformation. Mandolin shares insights from her upcoming book, Shattered Illusions, which guides readers through the mind-body connection and offers practical tools for healing. From managing trapped emotions to shifting self-perception and cultivating daily practices for wellbeing, this episode is a must-listen for anyone exploring emotional and physical healing. Resources and Links Mandolin Brown’s Website: ⁠www.mandolinbrown.world⁠Follow Mandolin on Social Media: ⁠@mandolin_brown⁠Victoria Johnson Coaching & Training: ⁠www.healyourlifetrainer.com⁠Key Takeaways Unresolved emotions can manifest as physical symptomsHealing begins by slowing down and tuning into your emotional worldJournaling, meditation, and nature walks are powerful tools for nervous system balanceEmpowerment comes from shifting self-perception and embracing self-loveAwareness of psychosomatic illness is vital to supporting yourself and others