May 27, 2025

Finding Light After Loss: How Lynda Rebuilt Her Life and Inner Glow

40 minutes

In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Lynda Hugessen, a sobriety advocate, crystal healing artisan, and grief support champion. Lynda shares her powerful journey—from a turbulent childhood and struggles with addiction to a cancer diagnosis and the devastating loss of her son Ryan to alcoholism—and how she found a way to rebuild her life by helping others reclaim theirs.

Note: Since this recording, Lynda has decided not to pursue Inner Glow Rising as a formal platform. Her healing journey continues in new and meaningful directions.

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Quote of the Episode

“If we come together as a community and support one another, we can help each other heal. We can help each other find our inner glow again.”

– Lynda Hugessen

What This Episode Is Really About

Grief, Growth, and the Glow of Healing

Lynda Hugessen opens up about facing profound personal trauma, from losing her son to the emotional impact of addiction and illness. She reveals how creating healing crystal bracelets helped her move from surviving to thriving. In this conversation, Lynda reminds us that healing doesn't follow a straight line—and that community and creativity can offer meaningful paths forward.

This is an episode for anyone who has felt overwhelmed by grief, trauma, or addiction—and is seeking hope, support, and connection.

Meet Our Guest: Lynda Hugessen

Sobriety Advocate | Crystal Healer | Grief Support Voice

Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/lyndaslovelylooks

Instagram (Bracelets): @lyndaslovelylooks

Certified Reiki Master & Crystal Healing Practitioner

9+ Years Sober | Cancer Survivor | Mental Health Advocate

Key Takeaways

Healing Isn’t Linear – Recovery from trauma, addiction, and grief is deeply personal and unfolds over time.

Creative Expression as Therapy – Designing crystal bracelets helped Lynda reconnect with purpose and healing.

Purpose from Pain – Lynda’s experiences inspire others to find strength and community through creativity and compassion.

Actionable Tips

Write affirmations on your mirror to reinforce self-worth and positive thinking.

Seek out or build a supportive community when navigating trauma or grief.

Transform pain into purpose through creative outlets or service to others.

Chapters & Time Stamps

[00:01:12] – Discovering crystals during cancer recovery

[00:07:42] – Losing her son Ryan to alcoholic liver disease

[00:16:00] – Her DUI arrest and commitment to sobriety

[00:21:54] – Cancer diagnosis and its lasting impact

[00:24:00] – Building community and becoming a happiness facilitator

[00:34:25] – Advice to her younger self and the power of affirmations

[00:37:01] – Self-care with vision boards and spiritual practices

[00:38:48] – Where to find Lynda and support her ongoing work

References & Mentions

Lynda’s Lovely Looks on Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/lyndaslovelylooks

Instagram (Bracelets): @lyndaslovelylooks

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May 27, 2025

Finding Light After Loss: How Lynda Rebuilt Her Life and Inner Glow

40 minutes

Note: Since this recording, Lynda has decided not to pursue Inner Glow Rising as a formal platform. Her healing journey continues in new and meaningful directions.

🎙️ We’d love to hear your thoughts. Leave us a voice message or written feedback at:

https://castfeedback.com/67521f0bde0b101c7b10442a

Quote of the Episode

“If we come together as a community and support one another, we can help each other heal. We can help each other find our inner glow again.”

– Lynda Hugessen

What This Episode Is Really About

Grief, Growth, and the Glow of Healing

This is an episode for anyone who has felt overwhelmed by grief, trauma, or addiction—and is seeking hope, support, and connection.

Meet Our Guest: Lynda Hugessen

Sobriety Advocate | Crystal Healer | Grief Support Voice

Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/lyndaslovelylooks

Instagram (Bracelets): @lyndaslovelylooks

Certified Reiki Master & Crystal Healing Practitioner

9+ Years Sober | Cancer Survivor | Mental Health Advocate

Key Takeaways

Healing Isn’t Linear – Recovery from trauma, addiction, and grief is deeply personal and unfolds over time.

Creative Expression as Therapy – Designing crystal bracelets helped Lynda reconnect with purpose and healing.

Purpose from Pain – Lynda’s experiences inspire others to find strength and community through creativity and compassion.

Actionable Tips

Write affirmations on your mirror to reinforce self-worth and positive thinking.

Seek out or build a supportive community when navigating trauma or grief.

Transform pain into purpose through creative outlets or service to others.

Chapters & Time Stamps

[00:01:12] – Discovering crystals during cancer recovery

[00:07:42] – Losing her son Ryan to alcoholic liver disease

[00:16:00] – Her DUI arrest and commitment to sobriety

[00:21:54] – Cancer diagnosis and its lasting impact

[00:24:00] – Building community and becoming a happiness facilitator

[00:34:25] – Advice to her younger self and the power of affirmations

[00:37:01] – Self-care with vision boards and spiritual practices

[00:38:48] – Where to find Lynda and support her ongoing work

References & Mentions

Lynda’s Lovely Looks on Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/lyndaslovelylooks

Instagram (Bracelets): @lyndaslovelylooks

Subscribe, Rate, and Review

Love this episode? Want more conversations about real mental health journeys?

Subscribe, rate, and review on your favorite podcast platform.

Visit us at: https://goesoninourheads.net/add-your-podcast-reviews

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🌟 Help California Wildfire Victims 🌟

American Red Cross – Wildfire Relief: https://www.redcross.org/about-us/our-work/disaster-relief/wildfire-relief.html
California Community Foundation – Wildfire Recovery: https://www.calfund.org/funds/wildfire-recovery-fund/
California Fire Foundation – Wildfire & Disaster Relief: https://www.cafirefoundation.org/what-we-do/for-communities/disaster-relief/
GoFundMe – California Wildfire Relief: https://www.gofundme.com/c/act/wildfire-relief/california
Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation: https://supportlafd.org/

Your support, big or small, can help relieve those in need. Thank you for making a difference! 💛

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If You Need Support, Reach Out