Episode Details

On this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I sit down with Amy Koford—also known as Amy the Happy Hypnotist—for a lively, enlightening conversation about perspective, gratitude, and the sheer power of our thoughts. Amy’s favorite guiding question, “What is going right in my life?” becomes much more than a mantra as she shares the transformational journey from stay-at-home mom to motivational hypnotist and author. We dive into how, even in dark times, the act of intentionally seeking out what’s going well can shift your mindset, cultivate gratitude, and reduce stress. Amy reveals how gratitude isn’t about ignoring hardship but about creating the mental space for resilience and renewal—even sharing her own story of overcoming a year-long illness. For anyone feeling overwhelmed or stuck, this episode is a gentle yet profound reminder that we find what we look for. Amy’s story and insights will leave you inspired to reframe your challenges and discover the many things still going right in your own life.

Connect with Amy Koford

Website: https://www.amykoford.com/

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Chapters

00:00 The Power Of Perspective
00:56 Introducing Amy The Happy Hypnotist
01:31 Amy’s Favorite Guiding Quote
01:45 What Is Going Right In My Life
02:08 Defining “Right” For Yourself
03:11 Shifting Focus To Gratitude
04:02 Why “Right” And “Wrong” Are Perspective
04:32 Stress, Thoughts, And Experience
05:29 Finding What You’re Looking For
06:46 Remembering To Notice The Good
07:00 Gratitude In Tough Times
07:54 Amy’s Personal Health Struggle
08:49 Being Grateful During Hardship
09:30 Gratitude Makes Everything Better
10:04 Gratitude: Universal And Accessible
10:32 Introducing “Love Over Fear”
11:28 The Real Root Of Our Problems
13:08 Imagine A World Fueled By Love
14:26 Wrapping Up & Sound Upgrades
16:09 Where To Find Amy’s Work
17:59 Amy’s Book “Hardwired To Rise”
19:46 Tools For Happiness And Peace
20:42 Outro And Final Thoughts