How Social Media Can Disrupt Your Mental Balance – And What You Can Do About It

Life coach Joel Elston has decided to stay away from social media for the rest of the month.

Is this a behavior we would all be well advised to emulate?

Our daily lives are inundated with information from social media and the 24-hour news cycle. But is constant exposure affecting our mental well-being? On a recent episode of LOA Today, Joel shared with host Walt Thiessen how social media has impacted his mental balance at times – and what steps he takes to regain control.

Joel explained that every few months, he finds himself taking a break from social media when world events or personal struggles start to weigh on his mental state. “I don’t deal with anxiety, but when I feel myself a little off balance or thinking about things, social media is one of the first things I do is shut it down,” he said. Walt agreed from personal experience, noting how consuming certain news or entertainment can leave him feeling “heavy” without realizing why.

The two discussed how our brains are constantly being programmed by what we pay attention to. Joel emphasized the importance of being aware of where one’s programming is coming from, and shutting off influences that disrupt balance. “When I find myself on the edge of being programmed, I’ll take a break from social media or delete it entirely,” he said. Walt recognized this proactive approach, saying it’s a good way to “regain balance” by shifting one’s attention elsewhere.

Their conversation highlighted questions about the reliability of historical records and perspectives. Joel questioned official accounts of historical events due to inconsistencies. Walt acknowledged the subjectivity of history based on an individual’s perspective. They agreed that social media and the constant news cycle have impacted how problems are perceived today.

However, Joel and Walt offered hopeful takeaways. Walt said recognizing patterns of social media use and one’s emotional response provides an opportunity to “change the program.” Joel shared a heartwarming story of strangers coming together to help a homeless man, emphasizing people’s capacity for good. Both advised prioritizing supportive relationships, managing assumptions, and trusting one’s emotional guidance to maintain mental balance despite outside influences.

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How to Take Control of Your Health and Believe in Yourself

We are constantly bombarded with fear-mongering messages from mainstream media about all the things that could potentially harm our health. But in a fascinating conversation, chiropractor and life coach Dr. Francisco Guerrero shared insights on how to break free from this programming and trust your own intuition when it comes to medical decisions.

Francisco became interested in chiropractic after a guest speaker persuaded him in undergrad that it was a more natural way to heal compared to mainstream Western medicine, which relies heavily on drugs and surgeries. He now runs a practice where he doesn’t take insurance in order to focus on healing patients from within through chiropractic care and coaching on nutrition, exercise and mindset.

During the discussion, host Walt Thiessen asked thought-provoking questions about how to take control of our own health journeys. Francisco emphasized the importance of being “open-minded” and trying various approaches, from changing habits to aligning with our life’s purpose, in order to heal from within. He encouraged listeners to challenge any health professionals who are not living according to their own advice.

Both men agreed on the crucial role of intuition – trusting what our senses and inner wisdom tell us rather than blindly following external “authorities.” Walt wondered aloud how much fear programming around cancer and other diseases might be doing more harm than the substances themselves. Francisco argued we must see through fear tactics and live in a positive mindset.

The wide-ranging talk provided many takeaways. Francisco’s personal story of overcoming challenges like asthma naturally through exercise and nutrition was inspiring. And Walt’s experiment distilling his own water highlighted the power of belief – even without proof, he felt better energetically.

Overall, the conversation reminded us that through questioning societal influences, reprogramming limiting beliefs and taking control of our healing journeys, we have the power to believe in ourselves and achieve optimal health on our own terms.

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The Power of Belief: How Joel and Walt Discovered the Secrets to Lifelong Strength and Well-Being

Have you ever wondered why some people seem to age gracefully while others decline rapidly after a certain age? Joel Elston and Walt Thiessen uncovered the surprising secrets to lifelong vitality during a thought-provoking conversation about muscle and its profound impact on both physical and mental health.

The duo began by exploring how muscle mass naturally decreases starting in our 30s, often leading to reduced strength, hormones, and mood over subsequent decades. “You can lose up to 108 pounds of muscle mass by your 60s if you do nothing,” Walt noted with concern. However, Joel emphasized exercise can help individuals continue adding muscle well into their 90s.

Through personal stories of deadlifting 500 pounds at 61 and maintaining an “athletic heart,” Joel showed Walt how focusing on resistance training transformed his health and well-being. “Exercise is the cornerstone of my rebuild in life,” Joel declared passionately. This inspired Walt to prioritize improving his own muscle mass through light exercise, realizing even small efforts could yield major results.

A deeper discussion of the mind-muscle connection revealed exercise’s profound mental health benefits. “Resistance training has a deeper relaxation effect than cardio,” Joel explained. Their lively exchange also highlighted muscle’s crucial yet underappreciated role in longevity, immunity, and injury prevention.

Most powerfully, Joel and Walt discovered that society’s limiting beliefs around aging are not inevitable. By focusing on exceptional examples of fitness in older ages and visualizing themselves as continually strong, they overcame the expectation of decline. “You get to choose your reality,” Walt realized.

Through thoughtful questions and insightful answers, Joel and Walt uncovered muscle’s true importance and how empowering beliefs can help us thrive, not just survive, in our later years. Their conversation proves vitality is a choice – so what will you choose to believe?

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Finding Myself After Escaping a Life of Narcissistic Abuse

Dana’s story is one of survival, resilience, and ultimately finding herself after decades living under the control of a narcissist. Growing up with an abusive stepfather who constantly belittled her worth left Dana with deep scars and a shattered sense of self. She entered into a relationship that mirrored the toxicity of her childhood, becoming trapped in a marriage defined by manipulation, gaslighting, and escalating violence at the hands of her ex-husband.

At her lowest point, when her health was failing under the stress of constant trauma, Dana was forced to ask herself the question that would change her life: “What do I want?” Laying alone in the dark, too weak to climb the stairs, she envisioned a life of freedom, joy, and fulfillment rather than continuing down the path of suffering that had been laid out for her. With that simple question, Dana found the strength to put her needs first and take back control of her own destiny.

Though escaping her abuser was just the beginning, Dana faced an even more daunting challenge – reclaiming the sense of self that had been stripped from her over decades of abuse. She shares how small acts of self-care, like painting her nails or listening to favorite music, helped her slowly retrain her mindset and allow her true personality to resurface. Dana also credits opening herself up to loving relationships for accelerating her healing process by pushing her to face old trauma responses head-on.

Three years after narrowly surviving the most violent attack, Dana has not only recovered her health but has blossomed into a confident woman helping countless others do the same. Her story is a testament to the power of self-reflection and empowerment, even in our darkest hours, to overcome the most insidious forms of abuse and reclaim a life of joy, fulfillment and purpose.

Her book:  Gasping for Air: The Stranglehold of Narcissistic Abuse

Her website:  https://danasdiaz.com/

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Finding Empowerment and Wholeness Through the Sacred Feminine

Lauren’s journey of self-discovery led her to embrace the sacred feminine energies within. Growing up in the evangelical church, she found herself questioning dogma and wanting spiritual answers that made sense for her individual journey. Through healing from an eating disorder, yoga practice, and psychedelic experiences, Lauren expanded her understanding of existence and connected with her body in new ways.

One profound experience for Lauren was chanting to Goddess Lakshmi during a difficult financial time. “I didn’t really know anything about it. But I was like, I’m willing to try pretty much anything at this point,” she recalled. This connection opened Lauren’s eyes to seeing herself and the divine in more feminine forms. Further yoga study and embodiment practices around different goddesses helped Lauren embrace the complexity of feminine energy.

More recently, Lauren has focused on her personal sacred feminine through the chakras. Her book “Embody Your Inner Goddess” offers a guided journey through the chakras to help readers accept and love all aspects of themselves. As Walt asked, “What comes out for you when you think of the sacred feminine?” Lauren emphasized balancing masculine and feminine energies within to achieve wholeness.

During the conversation, Anne-Marie highlighted the protective “mama bear” aspect after Walt shared a story about not challenging a mother bear. Lauren reflected on harnessing anger’s power for righteousness and protection rather than destruction. Walt advised, “Don’t mess with Mama Bear.”

Lauren believes individual awakening and community support can shift society towards balance and respect. By embracing opposing energies like sensitivity and emotions, we can live more fully expressed lives outside strict rules. Lauren hopes her book encourages readers to stop feeling like there’s something wrong with them and instead embrace their true selves.

She has channeled her life experience, expertise, and passion into her first book, Embody Your Inner Goddess: A Guided Journey to Radical Wholeness, which will be published November 24, 2023.

Her book:  https://www.amazon.com/Embody-Your-Inner-Goddess-Wholeness/dp/180341362X

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Steve Wilson’s story is one of immense struggle and perseverance in the face of adversity. From a traumatic childhood experience to a lifelong battle with bipolar disorder, Steve has faced challenges that few can imagine. Yet through it all, he has found a way to not only survive, but thrive.

Steve recalls the sexual assault he endured at just nine years old, and the immense self-blame and isolation that followed. This trauma would mark the beginning of depressive episodes that plagued him throughout his youth. Despite receiving his bipolar diagnosis in his early 20s, medications provided little relief for decades. Steve struggled to hold down jobs and faced constant rumination and suicidal thoughts.

It was not until the late 90s that a change in medication lessened Steve’s symptoms enough to function. Yet the internal turmoil never fully subsided. Seeking answers, Steve underwent trauma therapy in his late 60s. Reliving his entire life story proved cathartic, inspiring Steve to write “Teetering on a Tightrope” to help others on a similar path.

Steve now dedicates himself to mental health advocacy, facilitating support groups across Arizona. Through sharing his journey, Steve finds purpose in others’ healing. As Jodie Lynn observed, “You’re never too old to inspire.” Steve’s perseverance gives hope that even the darkest storms may pass.

While medications and therapies provide tools, true recovery lies in community. As Walt asked, compassion is key – understanding that beyond any facade lies a complex inner world. By embracing empathy, as Jodie Lynn learned with her mother, we can support loved ones through both highs and lows. United in shared struggle, none need endure alone.

Steve’s book, Teetering on a Tightrope: My Bipolar Journey, is available at https://www.amazon.com/Teetering-Tightrope-My-Bipolar-Journey/dp/B0BSRJPNYT

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Life will inevitably throw difficult situations our way, and dealing with loved ones in pain can be one of the hardest parts of the journey. In their thought-provoking conversation, Walt Chase and Joel Elston explore a variety of challenges that arise when caring for family and friends, and how to navigate these situations with compassion.

When a loved one is struggling with addiction, watching their suffering can feel unbearable. Yet Joel cautions that while the instinct is to help in any way possible, this can sometimes enable behaviors prolonging their pain. He shares a heartbreaking story of a grandmother desperate to stop her grandson’s heroin withdrawal, and how the police officer’s intervention opened her eyes to a difficult truth – that true recovery requires facing life’s consequences.

Walt understands this dilemma all too well, being “between a rock and a hard place” where any action could backfire. But Joel emphasizes allowing individuals to experience struggles as sometimes “the point of why we’re here, to become the people we need to be.” With addiction especially, consequences are often “the catalyst of recovery.”

Betrayal cuts the deepest, yet cutting ties is its own challenge. Walt recalls the shock and confusion of a past deception, feeling compelled to act without knowing how. Joel advises isolating toxic people from one’s inner circle, though acknowledges each person’s journey is unique. Both stress self-protectiveness as healthy, while processing emotions in one’s own way and moving forward.

Through sharing personal losses, the hosts find common ground. Walt sees growth since his marriage ended, now believing it better than staying. Joel affirms this, observing Walt’s newfound happiness and reduced anxiety. Their stories give hope that even the darkest times can cultivate positive change, if we approach each challenge with empathy, perspective and care for our own well-being.

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Another fun visit with David Strickel.

As technology advances at an unprecedented pace and the future becomes harder to predict, many people feel anxious about what's to come. However, in a recent conversation, David shared insights on how to maintain inner peace regardless of external circumstances.

When Walt asked about dealing with loneliness and aging, David emphasized cultivating acceptance. "I've made peace with being alone at the end...I think I would handle being alone in the facility, not knowing anybody, and just making the best time of it I could possibly make," he said. Rather than fearing old age, David encourages focusing on each present moment.

As the lines between reality and deception blur with advances like deepfakes, David advised trusting one's inherent abundance. "Nobody has to be negatively impacted...I think like all things throughout history, there will be people that will survive whatever chaos comes and there will be many that succumb to it," he noted. By releasing attachment to outcomes, one can remain calm amid uncertainty.

When asked about AI replicating voices, David shared being initially surprised by a poem chatbot wrote in his "stream of David" voice. However, he sees such developments as natural progressions. "Source would not create something to destroy...as we seek to break free from The Matrix, we're going to create a scenario for ourselves where continuing your above abundance is really your only option," he explained.

Overall, David's message is one of acceptance rather than fear. Through appreciating all things, including challenges, and releasing ego-based resistance, one can expand consciousness and feel peace regardless of life's twists and turns. By cultivating presence over preference, inner security over external dependencies, listeners can likewise navigate an evolving world with joy, wisdom and ease.

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Heather's painful past relationship taught her the importance of setting boundaries, leading her to write a book on the topic. During her conversation with Walt, Heather shared deeply about the emotional and physical abuse she endured without maintaining proper limits. "I spent quite a bit of time looking over what happened in our relationship and what steps I could have taken at different points to prevent a lot of the harm that was done to me," she reflected.

Jodie Lynn also opened up about a past relationship where her values weren't aligned with her partner's. "He like, turned me looked at me, and he said, ownership. And then two hours later, he asked me to marry him. And I still said, yes. But like, what our red flag that our value systems and and obviously, the boundaries that I had for things that I wanted in my life, were non existent," she realized. Both women found healing by learning to honor their needs through boundaries.

Heather's book helps readers establish boundaries in three simple steps: set your boundary, say your boundary, and review how it went. She advises determining one's emotional, material, intellectual, sexual, physical and time boundaries. Walt asked how she narrowed her extensive knowledge into an accessible format. Heather replied that focusing on critical information allows anyone to benefit from her wisdom.

The conversation illuminated how lack of boundaries enables harm. "We've all been in relationships where they didn't bring out the best parts of us either," Walt observed. Heather agreed that truly knowing ourselves and prioritizing our well-being draws supportive people into our lives. By maintaining boundaries, we give others freedom to be their best selves as well.

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Life often presents us with challenges that can seem insurmountable. Joel Elston knows this all too well from his struggles with addiction earlier in life. However, through changing his perspective, Joel was able to transform even his darkest moments into opportunities for growth.

During a conversation with friends Walt Thiessen and Dr. Ken Martz, Joel shared how losing his job years ago initially felt like a catastrophe. But by adjusting his mindset, he came to see it as the catalyst that allowed him to start his own successful private practice, which has brought him fulfillment ever since. "I wouldn't have had that I wouldn't have done what I've that. Next up," Joel reflected.

The group discussed how perspective shapes our reality and opportunities. Walt, who recently went through a difficult breakup, found that looking back now, he feels he has grown stronger from the experience. Dr. Ken emphasized choosing to see life's obstacles as opportunities rather than barriers.

Joel believes we all have the power to "tune our filters" and focus on what we want to see. Though he's aware of struggles in the world, Joel makes a conscious effort to focus on gratitude and finding humor in each day's unexpected twists and turns.

The friends agreed that making significant changes often means feeling temporarily out of step with others. But by embracing new perspectives, we naturally attract more like-minded people and opportunities into our lives.

Through open and honest discussions of their personal journeys, Joel, Walt and Dr. Ken provided thought-provoking insights on overcoming life's challenges by embracing each moment as an opportunity to grow. Their conversation serves as an inspiring reminder that our perspective holds the key to living joyfully.

His book, Manage My Emotions:  https://www.amazon.com/Manage-My-Emotions-Learned-Emotion-ebook/dp/B08GZV98NX

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