Interviews

A Hero’s Journey Through Breast Cancer: Healing Mind, Body & Spirit with Leanne Hughes Where every story spins into inspiration today’s episode of The Mindset Playground shines a powerful light on the truth, courage, and resilience behind real healing. Today, I’m joined by Leanne Hughes, Holistic Breast Cancer Mentor, Physiotherapist, and creator of A Hero’s Journey, a transformative program designed to support women beyond the diagnosis, through every emotional and physical step of their healing. With over 25 years of physiotherapy experience and the lived wisdom of her own breast cancer journey, Leanne is redefining what compassionate, holistic care looks like. Her work is approved by Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) and blends trauma-aware guidance with evidence-informed tools that honour the whole woman, mind, body, and spirit. In this deeply moving conversation, we explore: ✨ Why healing is more than treatment and how breast cancer affects identity, emotions, and confidence ✨ The four pillars of A Hero’s Journey: Mindset, Medicine, Movement, and Mastery ✨ How to rebuild strength safely and gently, especially after surgery or fatigue ✨ Tools to reduce fear and find emotional grounding when everything feels overwhelming ✨ Why lived experience matters and how Leanne now walks beside women one step at a time ✨ The power of her NEW app, leannehughesphysio, which gives women instant access to tools, lessons, calming support, and movement sessions wherever they are, whenever they need it Her App is a nurturing companion offering gentle guidance, physiotherapy-led movement, mindset tools, emotional support, and daily practices that help women feel safer, calmer, and more in control through every stage of their breast cancer journey. Leanne’s message is grounded, real, and deeply compassionate. If you or someone you love is navigating breast cancer, this episode will offer comfort, clarity, and a renewed sense of hope. To connect with Leanne Hughes, visit her website at: https://leannehughesphysio.com/ To connect with LouAnne Hunt and The Mindset Playground, visit: https://louannehunt.ca #BreastCancerSupport #BreastCancerHealing #HolisticHealing #WomensHealth #LeanneHughes #AHerosJourney #BreastCancerApp #HealingApp #HolisticWellness #CancerRecovery #Physiotherapy #MindsetMatters #HealingJourney #TraumaInformedCare #MindsetPlayground #WomensStrength

"If it's Not Fun, It's Not Worth Doing" | Kimberly Crowe’s Path to 5,000 Stages & Magnetic Visibility Welcome back to The Mindset Playground, where clarity meets confidence and every episode sparks a new “What’s Possible?” moment! Today, LouAnne sits down with the one and only Kimberly Crowe, an international speaker, entrepreneur, TEDx alum, creator of Entrepreneurs Rocket Fuel, co-host of Speakers Playhouse, and producer of the legendary Podapalooza! 🎤🔥 With over 5,000 stages under her belt, Kimberly has mastered the art of visibility with ease, joy, and FUN. Her motto? “If it’s not fun, it’s not worth doing!” And trust us… this episode is FUN. Inside this high-energy interview, you’ll discover: ✨ How to get booked on more stages, podcasts, summits, and opportunities that elevate your business just by saying "yes" when someone hands you a microphone ✨ What makes Speakers Playhouse the best 90 minutes of your week ✨ How gamified networking works and why it’s magnetic, addictive, and massively effective ✨ Why business ownership doesn’t have to be stressful… it can feel like PLAY ✨ How Speakers Playhouse helps you meet friends, collaborate, brainstorm, and build momentum fast Whether you’re a speaker, coach, podcaster, author, or a life-reinventor ready to step out of hiding, Kimberly shows you how to shine, share your message, and have an absolute blast doing it. Get ready for a lot of fun included in this great discussion like vision boards! Everything from how to create one to what to do with them to keep your goals top of mind when you don't want to hang them on your wall. The magic of words, letters written to yourself, vision boards, keeping it positive and real! Connect with Kimberly Crowe at Speakers Playhouse! https://www.speakersplayhouse.com with Kimberly Crowe & Gini Trask When: Every Thursday Time: 10:30 AM – Noon Pacific Where: Zoom Cost: FREE Hashtag: #TheBest90MinutesOfYourWeek ✨ You will meet new friends ✨ You will play games ✨ You will find shows looking for speakers JUST LIKE YOU ✨ You will discover how to get more stages and create your own ✨ You will connect, collaborate, brainstorm, and compete (friendly, of course!) ✨ And if you host a stage, you’ll find incredible speakers to feature This is gamified networking at its finest lively, electric, supportive, and wildly effective. For more information about LouAnne or The Mindset Playground: visit: https://louannehunt.ca #SpeakersPlayhouse #EntrepreneursRocketFuel #Podapalooza #KimberlyCrowe #MindsetPlayground #GetMoreStages #VisibilityStrategy #WomenWhoSpeak #PodcastGuesting #SpeakerLife #IfItsNotFunDontDoIt #GetBooked #EntrepreneurLife #CoachingCommunity #GamifiedNetworking

** Warning: NOT for young children** The Magic Behind the Red Suit: How Santa Gee Keeps the Spirit of Christmas Alive All Year Long What does it truly take to become Santa Claus—not just in costume, but in heart, spirit, and purpose? In this heart-warming episode of The Mindset Playground, host LouAnne Hunt sits down with long-time friend and co-worker Gerry Ouellette, known worldwide as “Santa Gee” Santa Gee has spent over 30 years spreading joy, love, and that unmistakable “Santa sparkle” to children and adults alike. From serving our country in the Army to serving the public as a police officer, to virtual visits around the globe, Santa Gee has become a beacon of hope, especially during the “socially distanced” holiday season of 2020, when the world needed magic the most. Together, LouAnne and Santa Gee explore: 🎁 The moment that inspired Gerry to step into the red suit and why he never looked back 🎄 Why being Santa is far more than wearing a costume… it’s a calling of the heart 💻 How he brought joy and connection to families worldwide through virtual visits ❤️ His most touching, unforgettable memories as Santa ✨ PLUS, three golden nuggets on keeping the Christmas spirit alive every day Gerry also shares a powerful reflection on 11:11, gratitude, and the freedoms we often take for granted: “In numerology 11:11 is a great time to better yourself, by giving thanks to all the veterans in Canada who lost their lives protecting the freedom we all enjoy in this country - freedoms that other countries do not enjoy. THAT’S what 11:11 means to me.” — Santa Gee If you’ve ever needed a reminder that magic still exists… this episode will touch your heart, lift your spirit, and invite you to believe again, no matter your age or stage. ✨ Watch now on The Mindset Playground where every story spins into inspiration! Please leave your comments for Santa Gee and he will get them in our comment section below. Comments welcome from children and grown-ups of all ages. #MindsetPlayground #SantaGee #GerryOuellette #1111Meaning #Remembrance #ChristmasSpirit #HolidayInspiration #BelieveInMagic #SantaClausCanada #LouAnneHunt #PodcastInterview #RumblePodcast #HeartOfSanta #JoyAndKindness #NorthPoleMagic

From Vacation to Transformation: How Suzelle Snowden Turned Wellness Into a Global Movement In this inspiring Mindset Playground episode, LouAnne sits down with Suzelle Snowden, the visionary founder of Fit Bodies, Inc., to uncover how a simple idea on a Jamaican beach became a global wellness revolution. For over 30 years, Suzelle has empowered over 50,000 fitness and wellness professionals to travel the world—teaching what they love while transforming how luxury resorts view wellness. From yoga on the sand to mindset retreats in spa sanctuaries, her mission is clear: to inspire people to reconnect with themselves through movement, mindfulness, and freedom. You’ll discover: * How wellness on vacation opens the mind and rewires old patterns * Why “movement” is the most powerful mindset tool you already have * How luxury resorts are shifting from massages only to mindset and sound healing experiences Most importantly, the secret to turning your passion into purpose no matter where you are in life. Suzelle’s story is a masterclass in following intuition, creating impact, and bringing wellness to the world, one hotel guest and one paradise destination at a time. When you give yourself permission to move, explore, and breathe differently, you unlock the clarity and confidence to live differently. Connect with Suzelle on her website: https://www.fitbodiesinc.com/ For more information on The Mindset Playground and LouAnne Hunt visit: https://louannehunt.ca/ #MindsetPlayground #SuzelleSnowden #FitBodiesInc #WellnessTravel #TeachingVacation #FitnessInspiration #MindsetAndMovement #WellnessRetreats #TravelToTransform #HolisticHealth #MindsetMatters #WellnessRevolution #ClarityKeys #LouAnneHunt Keywords: Suzelle Snowden, Fit Bodies Inc, fitness travel, wellness travel, teaching vacations, luxury wellness resorts, yoga retreats, spa transformation, global wellness movement, fitness instructors abroad, mindset and movement, travel wellness programs, holistic retreats, LouAnne Hunt, The Mindset Playground podcast

Shattered Together | Cathleen Elle An Award Winning Author On this deeply moving Mindset Playground Time Capsule episode, LouAnne Hunt sits down with Cathleen Elle, award-winning author of Shattered Together: A Mother’s Journey from Grief to Belief. After losing her 19-year-old son, Logan, to suicide, Cathleen’s world fell apart. But through her unimaginable pain, she made a courageous choice — to heal, to serve, and to help others rediscover life after loss. Today, Cathleen empowers others to redesign their lives through healing, faith, and purpose. She shares her Peace Prescription, the 3 Bs: Be, Breathe, Believe a simple yet powerful guide to finding calm, clarity, and connection even in life’s darkest moments. This heartfelt conversation is for anyone who has faced loss, trauma, or change and is searching for meaning beyond the pain. You’ll walk away feeling grounded, uplifted, and reminded that you are never alone. 🗝️ Tune in and discover: How Cathleen moved from grief to growth and spiritual awakening The Peace Prescription: a simple formula for emotional balance Why healing through service brings deep fulfillment How to begin reclaiming yourself after loss Connect with Cathleen through her website: https://cathleenelle.com/ Listen to The Mindset Playground where every story spins into inspiration with LouAnne Hunt visit: https://louannehunt.ca #MindsetPlayground #CathleenElle #ShatteredTogether #GriefToBelief #HealingJourney #PeacePrescription #MindsetTransformation #LifeAfterLoss #EmotionalHealing #SpiritualAwakening #ReclaimingYou #LouAnneHunt #PodcastInterview #Inspiration #MentalHealthAwareness

Manifest Abundance NOW! with Michelle Samper Welcome to The Mindset Playground—your portal to positive transformation and purposeful living. ✨ In this illuminating episode, I’m honored to introduce Michelle Samper, intuitive mindset & manifestation coach, international speaker, and founder of Prosperity and Beyond. Michelle blends deep inner work, the law of attraction, and mindset mastery to help people shift limiting beliefs, align with their highest self, and create lasting abundance and fulfillment. 📌 Michelle’s journey: • Spent eight years chasing success—only to feel empty. She leaned inward and embraced intuition to transform her life. • Manifested her dream life with ease—travel in Hawaii, first condo, a car, and even an engagement in Crete. • Inspired by Bob Proctor and Abraham Hicks, Michelle now merges spiritual guidance with practical mindset tools. Michelle believes your dream life already exists within you. She invites you to raise your vibration and align with your highest timeline. Whether through her guided meditations, workshops, or the Prosperity and Beyond Podcast, every touchpoint is designed to help you become the version of yourself who already has what you desire. 🎧 What you’ll discover in this episode: • How to trust your intuition and let it guide your inspired action • Tools to shift subconscious programming and raise your frequency • Real-life manifestation stories that show the power of alignment • Practices to embody your next-level self and live from the end If you’re ready to step into authentic abundance, aligned purpose, and soulful transformation—this episode is your invitation. Watch now on Rumble and let your inner masterpiece emerge! Visit Michelle's website here: https://prosperityandbeyond.mykajabi.com/ Learn more about LouAnne Hunt and The Mindset Playground: https://louannehunt.ca #ManifestAbundance #MindsetPlayground #MichelleSamper #louannehunt #ProsperityAndBeyond #TrustYourIntuition #LawOfAttraction #RaiseYourVibration #AuthenticLiving #ManifestationCoach #LimitlessMindset #InnerAlignment #WeAreEnergy #CreateYourReality

Welcome to The Mindset Playground — the podcast where positivity is more than a mindset... it’s a movement! In this joy-packed episode, Recess for Grownups: Why a Playful Mindset Is Your Secret Weapon, I'm joined by Lisa Jones, humorist, gamification expert, speaker, and creator of Women Winning the Game of Life. Lisa proves that play isn’t just for kids — it’s a powerful tool for adults to innovate, connect, and heal. Lisa shares how she turned a brain tumor diagnosis into a game of joyful resilience just months before her wedding, and how that experience shaped her mission to help teams unlock fresh thinking through purposeful play. What you’ll learn in this episode: • How to beat burnout with laughter & levity • The science behind “play on purpose” for productivity • The surprising connection between healing and humor • Why fun at work leads to real profits • How YOU can start adding playful moments into your daily routine Get ready to laugh, reflect, and be inspired to see life — and work — through a more joyful lens. Stop grinding. Start playing. Because success loves a happy brain. Watch now and let your mindset take a playful pivot! To learn more about Lisa visit her website at https://www.lisajoneslive.com The Mindset Playground information is available here: https://louannehunt.ca #TheMindsetPlayground #LisaJones #PowerOfPlay #PositiveMindset #BeatBurnout #Gamification #WomenWinningTheGameOfLife #WorkplaceWellness #JoyfulLiving #MindsetShift #BrainHealth #PurposefulPlay #ReclaimYourJoy #LaughterHeals #ResilientWomen #PlayOnPurpose #FunAtWork #InspirationPodcast

Diane Quartly Healing Grief Through Spirit | About a Blue Angel Preview: Author and psychic medium Diane Quartly shares her powerful journey through loss and healing in her best-selling book About a Blue Angel. In this heart-warming episode of The Mindset Playground, she reveals how grief can transform into resilience, peace, and even joy. The Mindset Playground where every story spins into inspiration. In this heart-warming and deeply moving episode, host LouAnne Hunt sits down with Diane Quartly, international best-selling author of About a Blue Angel, spiritual mindset coach, psychic medium, and founder of Wisdom Sisters. Diane’s story is one of unimaginable loss and incredible resilience. Guided by her connection to Spirit, she found the strength to move through grief and transform her pain into purpose. Her book, About a Blue Angel, takes readers on an emotional yet healing journey offering comfort, peace, and hope to anyone navigating the loss of a loved one. Diane has spoken on global stages, including the prestigious bLU Talks at Cambridge University, and co-authored the international best-selling bLU Talks Book with forwards by James Redfield and Ken Honda. Today, she inspires others through readings, workshops, and speaking engagements—teaching us that even after profound grief, it’s possible to rediscover JOY, strength, and courage. ✨ If you or someone you love is walking the path of grief, this conversation may bring you comfort, clarity, and the reminder that you’re never truly alone. Follow Diane on Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diane-quartly-3056a0153/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dqenergyinterpreter/ Website: https://www.dianequartly.com/ Buy the book: https://www.amazon.com/About-Blue-Angel-Diane-Quartly/dp/1515206947/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1439600304&sr=8-1&keywords=diane+quartly For more information about LouAnne and The Mindset Playground visit: https://louannehunt.ca #DianeQuartly #AboutABlueAngel #GriefHealing #MindsetPlayground #PsychicMedium #Resilience #HealingJourney #SpiritualGrowth #FindingJoy #WisdomSisters

Fiction Writing Inspired by Real-Life Experiences with Marcy Lane In this emotionally rich episode of The Mindset Playground, Host LouAnne Hunt sits down with Marcy (Lane) Fogal, a late-blooming novelist whose path to fiction writing was born from profound personal loss—and shaped by her passion for human resilience. After losing two life partners to cancer, Marcy turned grief into creative fuel. Her debut novel, A Mercy of Widows, explores the tangled emotions of loss, love, assisted dying, and justice. Hear how her personal experience informed the courtroom drama at the heart of her novel. Discover why stories don’t have to be perfect to be true—and how writing can become an act of healing. Set during a headline-grabbing mercy-killing trial, A Mercy of Widows follows Heddie Wright, a woman on the brink, who must face her own emotional truths as a juror in a case that echoes her past. With themes of grief, chosen family, and moral complexity, Marcy’s storytelling blends depth, compassion, and transformation. Marcy also reveals how goal-setting through creative routines, a beginner’s mindset, and the quiet of Lake Erie helped shape her work—including her next cozy mystery series set in fictional Erie Bluff and a novel unfolding on Haida Gwaii. Whether you’re a reader, writer, or someone navigating grief or personal change, this episode is a beautiful reminder that life’s messiest moments often lead to the most profound stories. "Fiction rooted in truth can change the way we heal." Learn more about Marcy and her work: https://www.marcylane.com To Learn more about The Mindset Playground visit: https://louannehunt.ca Watch more interviews: https://rumble.com/c/TheMindsetPlayground #MarcyLaneFogal #AMercyOfWidows #FictionInspiredByLife #MindsetPlayground #GriefAndHealing #WomenWriters #LateBloomingAuthors #CourtroomDrama #EmotionalFiction #AssistedDying #ChosenFamily #Resilience #CharacterDrivenFiction #GoalSetting #HealingThroughWriting

Jim Packard: From Greeting Cards to Million-Dollar Marketing | The Power of Consistency & Connection In this powerful episode of The Mindset Playground, Jim Packard takes us on a journey from a boy selling greeting cards to a celebrated entrepreneur, inventor, and network marketing leader. But what truly sets Jim apart? His obsession with goal setting. In 1971, Jim wrote out 47 goals—dreams so bold he had them matted, framed, and hung behind glass in his office. Today, those goals continue to guide his success and mindset. His story is a living testament to the power of writing it down, believing it, and taking consistent action. Discover how a simple birthday card turned into a powerful customer retention strategy. Learn how Jim sold $256,000 worth of product in 7 minutes on QVC—and how his preparation met opportunity. Hear how his innovation led to inventing and patenting the plastic coffee lids used by Tim Hortons and Starbucks. Find out how joining another network marketing company focusing on his true roots known as Send Out Cards allowed him to scale meaningful connections into a thriving business once again. And most importantly: see how clear goals, consistency, and personal connections shaped a legacy. Whether you're a business leader, aspiring entrepreneur, or personal development junkie, this episode will fuel your belief that goals written become goals achieved. Watch now on Rumble or stream on our official website. Visit: https://louannehunt.ca Watch or listen to all episodes: https://louannehunt.ca/the-mindset-playground/ Watch more interviews: https://rumble.com/c/TheMindsetPlayground #JimPackard #NetworkMarketing #SendOutCards #EntrepreneurMindset #TheMindsetPlayground #ConsistentAction #SalesTips #CustomerLoyalty #Inventor #PersonalDevelopment #QVCSuccess #CoffeeLidInventor #MarketingStrategy #BusinessLegacy #HeartCenteredBusiness #Goals #GoalSetting