The New Normal by Laura Malina Seiler

What if success still leaves you feeling empty inside?In this special episode, I sit down with world-renowned coach and bestselling author Tony Robbins to explore the essential difference between achievement and fulfillment.We talk about the fears that quietly shape our choices, the power of gratitude and faith, and how true freedom begins when we learn to serve beyond ourselves.In this episode you’ll discover …✨ Why success without fulfillment is the ultimate failure✨ How to uncover and transform limiting beliefs✨ The 3 unconscious questions that shape every decision you make✨ A simple daily practice to strengthen your faith and inner joy✨ How to combine spirituality and achievement without fearChapter Overview00:00 Intro & welcome01:50 Tony Robbins on his mission06:10 Achievement vs. fulfillment: why you need both14:40 Breaking free from limiting beliefs (Dickens Process)18:35 A childhood story that changed Tony’s life forever24:11 The three questions that shape your focus and emotions31:40 Why problems can feel addictive37:10 Practical tools: how to shift your state in minutes44:40 The most important investment: your inner world51:40 Bridging spirituality and success without fear56:30 Closing gratitude & reflectionsLinks & Resources🌐 Visit my website🎙️ Discover more podcast episodes✨ Tony Robbins on Instagram: @tonyrobbins (https://www.instagram.com/tonyrobbins/)✨ (Ad) More on Tony’s eventsShare your thoughts with me on Instagram @lauramalinaseiler or in the comments – I’d love to hear from you.Subscribe for new episodes every week.If this episode inspired you, send it to someone who needs it today.I’m Laura Malina Seiler, and this is The New Normal — a podcast for the heart, the soul, and all those ready to live life awake.Yours,Laura

Have you ever felt trapped inside the labels you give yourself – anxious, unworthy, too much, not enough?In this powerful conversation with psychotherapist and bestselling author Philippa Perry (The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read), we explore what happens when we live inside those boxes, and how we can begin to step out of them with more flexibility, self-awareness, and compassion.In this podcast episode you’ll discover …✨ Why labels can feel safe but keep us stuck✨ How childhood interpretations shape your self-image✨ The role of repeating relationship patterns in your life✨ A gentle breathing practice to shift your perspective✨ What sanity truly means: balance, not perfectionIf this conversation speaks to you, I would love for you to subscribe to the podcast and share it with someone who might need these words today.Key Moments from the Episode:00:00 – Opening & Introduction00:56 – The Danger of Labels06:58 – We Live by Stories09:53 – What Psychotherapy Really Offers11:02 – Repeating Relationship Patterns14:23 – The Hole in the Road Poem18:52 – Sanity Between Chaos and Rigidity21:25 – Be the Pond, Not the Fish24:30 – Laura on Public Speaking26:56 – Identity Happens Between People31:49 – The 1-2-3-4 Breathing Practice38:56 – Childhood Interpretations42:13 – Focus on ‘How,’ Not ‘Why’43:56 – Learning to Trust in Therapy51:17 – Commitment in Relationships52:45 – Closing 💛 I’m Laura Malina Seiler, and this is The New Normal — a podcast for the heart, the soul, and all those ready to live life awake.Let’s stay connected:🌐 Visit my website📷 Follow me on Instagram: @lauramalinaseiler 🎙️ Discover more podcast episodes here📖 (unpaid ad) Philippa Perrys Latest Book💜 If this episode inspired you, please share it with someone who needs to hear these words today, and subscribe so you don’t miss new conversations every week.Rock On & NamastéLaura

What if everything you're trying to fix on the outside... is really a wound you're holding inside?In this powerful and deeply honest episode, I sit down with breathwork teacher Anthony Abbagnano, founder of Alchemy of Breath, to explore the real reason so many of us feel stuck, disconnected, or afraid to face our own inner world — and how your breath can lead you back to the truth of who you are.We talk about:– How the breath stores unprocessed trauma — and how to release it– The shadow side of spiritual growth and the danger of the spiritual ego– Why healing isn't about fixing yourself, but about letting go– What it means to reconnect with your essence through breathIf you’ve been searching for healing, peace, or deeper connection… this episode might be the reminder you didn’t know you needed.✨ I’ve created a free 10-minute guided Power Talk to help you bring your energy back to yourself and reconnect with your true essence — download it here!I am Laura Malina Seiler, and this is The New Normal – a podcast for the heart, the soul, and all those who are ready to live life awake.🌬️ Learn more about Anthony's work.Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss a new episode.And if this conversation moved you, I’d love to hear from you in the comments below 💬#breathwork #spiritualawakening #traumahealing #thenewnormalpodcast #anthonyabbagnano #lauraseilerKey Moments from the Episode:0:00 Intro1:00 How to Stay Centered in a Chaotic World6:04 How Breath Anchors You in the Present7:50 The Moment Breath Changed Everything17:11 Discovering the Power of Breath Through Birth19:01 How Breath Transforms Anxiety and Fear27:37 How to Reconnect With Your Body’s Wisdom35:51 What Breathwork Really Is46:34 The Best Breathing Technique for Stressful Moments50:24 Breathwork Is Medicine — Choose Your Guide Wisely55:15 The Breath Always Leads Back to Love57:55 What to Do When Your Dream Feels Too Big1:04:19 How To Find Calm In A Chaotic World — Anthony’s New Book1:09:25 Healing Through Play — How Anthony Reconnected With His Inner Child

What if the life you’re chasing isn’t actually the life your soul is longing for?In today’s episode of The New Normal, I sit down with bestselling author and leadership teacher Robin Sharma for a conversation that feels both grounding and deeply healing.We talk about something so many people silently struggle with: the belief that you can either be spiritual or successful… but not both.In this episode, we explore:Why real spirituality means being fully humanThe hidden cost of toxic optimismHow emotional wounds can shape your relationship with moneyThe difference between victim language and absolute personal responsibilityRobin’s morning practice: Meditation, Visualization & PrayerThe eight forms of wealth — and what truly makes life feel meaningfulThis conversation is a gentle invitation back into your wholeness — and into a richer definition of wealth that includes your heart, your health, your relationships, and your service.💬 What did this conversation awaken in you?Share your truth in the comments!🎧 Subscribe to The New Normal for episodes on healing, truth, and the journey back to your soul.And if this episode touched you, please share it with someone you love.With love,Laura

TRIGGER WARNING:This episode includes sensitive conversations about childhood trauma and sexual abuse. Please listen with care. You may want to listen to this episode together with someone you trust, or return to it at a time when you feel safe and supported.There is a part of you that learned very early how to survive.A part that stayed quiet, adapted, endured and is still waiting to be seen.In this deeply moving episode of The New Normal, I sit down with actress, activist, and trauma-survivor AnnaLynne McCord for an honest conversation about inner child healing, trauma, and what it truly means to reclaim your life.We speak about why unhealed trauma doesn’t disappear but gets passed on, how the nervous system holds memories the mind forgets, and why real freedom begins the moment we stop running from our feelings.Please listen with care — and with compassion for yourself.In this episode, we explore:Why trauma lives in the body, not just the mindHow inner child wounds shape our relationships and choicesWhat EMDR and somatic healing can unlockWhy compassion is more powerful than repressionHow personal healing contributes to global changeIf this conversation touched you, I invite you to share it with someone who might need it — and to subscribe to The New Normal for weekly conversations about healing, truth, and returning home to yourself.With love,Laura

In this episode of The New Normal, I’m joined by neurologist and consciousness researcher Steven Laureys to explore what happens in the brain when we meditate, and why this practice can change far more than our mood. We talk about neuroplasticity, the way thoughts become “highways” in the brain, and why even small daily practices can reshape the nervous system.Steven also shares the moment that shifted his perspective forever: studying the brain of Buddhist monk Matthieu Ricard, who had accumulated over 60,000 hours of meditation, and appeared neurologically 10–15 years “younger” than expected.In this episode, we explore:What brain scans reveal about meditation (gray matter and connectivity)How neuroplasticity changes your brain through daily input and repetitionWhy thoughts and beliefs strengthen like pathways the more we repeat themHow to meditate in real life, even with a full, busy scheduleWhat science can (and can’t yet) explain about consciousnessIf this episode supports you, you’re so welcome to subscribe and share it. Thank you for being here.With love,Laura

When life feels slow, heavy or confusing, it’s easy to believe we’ve taken a wrong turn.But according to Matthew McConaughey, every red light eventually becomes a green light — if we’re willing to look honestly at who we are and who we’re becoming.In this inspiring conversation, Matthew shares the inner dialogue behind his most difficult moments, how he learned to trust the timing of his life, why discomfort can be a compass, and how small steps can pull us out of the deepest “victim mode”.In this episode, you’ll hear:• How to stop chasing the wrong goals for the wrong reasons• What Matthew learned from returning to his old journals• How to take one small step out of helplessness and into power• Why your soul is magnetically drawn to what is meant for youIf this conversation moved you, subscribe and share it with someone who needs a green light today.With love,Laura

There are stories that change the way you see life forever.My conversation with Dr. Edith Eger is one of them.Edith is a Holocaust survivor, renowned psychologist and bestselling author who has turned unimaginable horror into a living example of freedom, compassion and hope. In this deeply moving episode, she shares how she chose not to remain a victim, why forgiveness is really about setting yourself free, and how we can all learn to live from love instead of hate — even when life feels unbearably hard.In this episode, you’ll hear:Why Edith refuses to call herself a “victim”What forgiveness really means (and what it doesn’t)How to change your inner dialogue from “yes, but…” to “yes, and…”How to keep hope alive in a world that keeps breaking your heartWith love,Laura

There are seasons in life when everything feels heavy, when old fears return, or when your mind keeps replaying the same conversation. In this intimate conversation with my dear friend and author John Strelecky, we explore how to build a life that truly feels meaningful from the inside out.In this episode, you’ll hear:Why anger is often a hidden form of fearHow to step out of emotional spirals with awareness and kindnessWhat changes when you trust your intuition and rewrite old beliefsWhy letting go is sometimes the most loving thing you can doIf this conversation spoke to you, it means a lot if you subscribe, leave a review, or share it with someone who needs a reminder that they are allowed to live life on their own terms.With love, Laura

What if everything we’ve been taught about God was based on fear, not truth?Bestselling author Neale Donald Walsch shares the revolutionary idea that humanity’s chaos and suffering come from one mistaken belief — that God’s love is conditional. What would happen if we began to see ourselves, each other, and the Divine as unconditional expressions of love?You’ll hear:How to recognize when you’re connected to divine truth — and not fearWhy redefining God changes the way we love each otherThe difference between love as an exchange and love as freedomHow to break free from inherited cultural and religious conditioningA simple spiritual tool to live as pure love — starting todayThis is one of the most beautiful conversations I’ve ever had.May it remind you of who you truly are.With love,Laura🎧 Subscribe to The New Normal for weekly episodes on healing, truth, and the journey back to your soul.

There are moments that change the way we understand life forever.In this conversation, I sit with author and speaker Anita Moorjani to explore what her near-death experience opened in her: a profound return to self-love, the courage to live with less fear, and a gentle, practical path back to inner trust. We talk about learning to receive, rebuilding intuition in a noisy world, and why loving yourself is not selfish but life-giving.In this episode, you’ll hear:Why self-love becomes a daily practice (and how to start softly)Simple ways to reconnect with your intuition and inner peaceThe difference between fear-based thoughts and true guidanceHow to set kinder boundaries and learn to receive supportThree life reminders: love yourself, be yourself, have funIf this conversation meets you today, share it with someone who needs gentle encouragement.With love,Laura🎧 Subscribe to The New Normal for weekly episodes on healing, truth, and the journey back to your soul.

If your world feels loud and unsteady, this episode is an invitation to return to the quiet place within you.Today I’m joined by Swami Purnachaitany from The Art of Living to explore how breath, awareness, and gentle discipline help us stay centered—even when life is complicated. We talk about the rhythms of the breath that shape our emotions, why early-morning silence changes your day, and what it means to shift from pursuing happiness to expressing it. This conversation is grounded, practical, and deeply human – especially for those navigating stress, heartbreak, or unfair circumstances. I can’t wait for you to listen.In this episode, you’ll hear:– A simple morning flow for clarity (and why pre-6am matters in Ayurveda)– How specific breathing rhythms can soothe intense emotions– The inner/outer pathway: peace inside, skillful action outside– Moving from victimhood to agency—without spiritual bypassing– A fresh definition of spirituality: anything that uplifts your spirit– Three timeless truths for a fulfilled lifeIf this episode supports you, it would mean a lot if you shared it with someone who needs calm today.Links– Swami Purnachaitanys Website– His Books– Visit my ⁠website⁠ – My Instagram: @lauramalinaseiler✨I’ve created a free 10-minute guided Power Talk to help you bring your energy back to yourself and reconnect with your true essence — download it here and don't forget to subscribe!With love,Laura🎧 Subscribe to The New Normal for weekly episodes on healing, truth, and the journey back to your soul.

What if the deepest peace you long for has been inside you all along?In this conversation with bestselling author and life coach Martha Beck, we explore what it truly means to live in integrity to no longer abandon yourself, to move through fear with love, and to discover the light that has always been within you.We explore:– Why integrity means becoming whole again– Dante’s Inferno as a map for personal healing– The hidden cost of living out of alignment– How fear lies to us (and how love dissolves it)– The body as a natural truth-detector– Practical steps to meet fear, grief, and anger with kindnessThis conversation is an invitation to remember that you are meant to live in peace and that every part of you longs to return to that truth.💬 What did this conversation awaken in you? Share your thoughts in the comments.🎧 Subscribe to The New Normal for weekly episodes on truth, healing, and soulful growth.With love,Laura

What if your suffering is not caused by life itself, but by forgetting who you truly are?In this powerful episode of The New Normal, I sit down with the wonderful Sadhguru to explore some of life’s most essential questions: What is karma really? How can we free our mind instead of trying to control it? And why do we so often confuse our drama for reality?Sadhguru shares profound insights into the nature of karma as action, the difference between who we are and what we have gathered, and the simple practices that can create distance between us and our suffering.You’ll hear:– What karma really means and why it’s not about punishment– The four dimensions of action (physical, mental, emotional, energetic)– Why trying to “control” your mind keeps you stuck– How a small daily practice can end suffering– Why the feeling of “not enough” is actually your greatest gift– The vision behind Inner Engineering and Conscious PlanetI am deeply grateful to share this conversation with you – may it open something new inside your heart.With love,Laura💬 What touched you most in this episode? Share your reflections in the comments – I’d love to read them.🔔 Subscribe to The New Normal for weekly episodes on healing, truth, and the journey back to your soul.Episode Links:– Sadhgurus Book: A Guide To Crafting Your Destiny – Free 10-minute guided Power Talk to help you bring your energy back to yourself and reconnect with your true essence: download it ⁠here

What if losing everything was not the end – but the beginning?*Hinweis: Auf meinem YouTube Kanal @laura.malina.seiler findest du das Video mit deutscher (KI-)Übersetzung. In this conversation with visionary entrepreneur, spiritual teacher and my friend Samy Samandjeu, we explore what it means to face ego death, remember your true mission, and step into a new paradigm of abundance.Samy shares his powerful story of rising from his African roots, building a multimillion-dollar company, losing it all, and discovering the deeper calling beneath worldly success. His medicine is simple yet radical: life is good – always.This episode is a reminder that no matter how painful your current season may feel, the universe is conspiring to bring you closer to your highest self.You’ll hear:– What ego death really is – and why it’s necessary for growth– Samy’s story of losing $1.6M and finding freedom– The deeper meaning of abundance (beyond money)– Why solitude and inner silence awaken your true mission– How AI can become a spiritual ally for humanity’s futureI hope this conversation reminds you of your own light, your resilience, and the truth that you are here to create more than you can imagine.With love,Laura—💬 What part of Samy’s story resonated most with you? Share in the comments.🎧 Subscribe to The New Normal for weekly episodes on healing, spirituality, and the journey back to your soul.Episode Links: – Samy on Instagram– Free 10-minute guided Power Talk to help you bring your energy back to yourself and reconnect with your true essence: download it here !

What if living longer doesn’t mean living better?In this deep and inspiring conversation, I sit down with Dr. Peter Attia – bestselling author of Outlive – to explore a new way of thinking about health: not just lifespan, but healthspan.We talk about what it truly means to live a long, happy life – not only through nutrition, exercise, and sleep, but by facing the most overlooked factor of all: our emotional health and the voice we carry inside our minds.Peter shares his personal story of silencing the harsh inner critic, the surprising role of therapy in healing hidden wounds, and why emotional well-being may be the most important dimension of health as we age.You’ll hear:– The real difference between lifespan and healthspan– Why emotional health may matter more than physical fitness in the long run– A powerful exercise Peter used to quiet his inner critic forever– How to create lasting habits of movement without fighting yourself– Why therapy, friendship, and emotional connection are vital to true well-beingThis conversation touched me deeply, and I believe it will bring you new hope for your own path.With love,Laura💬 What part of this conversation stayed with you? Share it in the comments — I’d love to hear your truth.🎧 Subscribe to The New Normal for weekly episodes on healing, truth, and the journey back to your soul.Links & Resources– Visit my website– Instagram: @lauramalinaseilerI’ve created a free 10-minute guided Power Talk to help you bring your energy back to yourself and reconnect with your true essence — download it here !

Creativity isn’t about forcing—it’s about listening. In this inspiring conversation with Jeffrey Perlman, we explore how true branding and artistry emerge when we surrender and let life create through us.Jeffrey Perlman is a visionary entrepreneur and co-founder of Zumba, who has helped build one of the world’s most iconic brands. In this episode, he shares why creativity is less about control and more about humility, presence, and devotion.Together we explore how branding, spirituality, and personal growth are deeply connected—and how you can learn to become a channel for your own masterpiece.In this episode you’ll learn:✨ Why creativity is the art of listening and surrendering✨ The four phases of bringing a creative idea to life✨ How to align branding with soul, energy, and purpose✨ The role of temples, spaces, and rituals in nurturing vision✨ Why true masterpieces require devotion beyond egoChapter overview00:00 Intro2:20 Introduction & Gratitude Inventory04:35 Jeffrey’s journey and the birth of Zumba08:50 Creativity as listening and channeling14:20 The four phases of creative conception20:20 Branding as personal growth and transformation28:20 Energy, spirituality & the soul of brands34:20 Navigating impatience and protecting your vision44:20 When to take action in the outer world48:10 Supporting children in revealing their essence49:20 Jeffrey’s 3 life lessons for humanity💜 If this episode inspired you, share it with someone who needs to hear it.🔔 Follow the podcast so you never miss a new conversation.👉 Leave us a comment and tell us what resonated most with you!Links & ResourcesI’ve created a free 10-minute guided Power Talk to help you bring your energy back to yourself and reconnect with your true essence — download it here and don't forget to subscribe!📷 Follow me on Instagram @lauramalinaseiler✨ Jeffrey Perlman on LinkedIn

She dreamed of living with animals. Everyone told her it was impossible. Today, she’s one of the most respected voices in the world.In this deeply personal episode, I sit down with Dr. Jane Goodall — renowned primatologist, environmentalist, and UN Messenger of Peace — to talk about what chimpanzees taught her about humanity, hope, and our role on this planet.We explore how to stay optimistic in the face of global crisis, why every small action matters, and what it truly means to listen to your inner knowing — even when the world doubts you.This conversation is a powerful invitation to reconnect with nature, lead with compassion, and protect what we love.Follow The New Normal for weekly episodes on healing, awakening, and what it means to live with your whole heart.I'm Laura Malina Seiler — come say hi on Instagram @lauramalinaseiler.👇 Let me know in the comments what moved you most in this conversation.And don’t forget to subscribe to the channel for new episodes every week.Let’s stay connected:📷 Follow me on Instagram: @lauramalinaseiler 🌐 Visit my website: https://lauraseiler.com/en/🌿 Support Dr. Jane Goodall’s work: https://bit.ly/3UtoPGq#janegoodall #thenewnormalpodcast #lauraseiler #animalwisdom #hopeforthefutureKey Moments from the Episode:0:00 A Dream Comes True: Welcoming Dr. Jane Goodall01:46 Worms in the Bed & Wild Dreams: Jane’s Unusual Childhood06:10 A Boat to Africa and a Dream Coming True09:05 A Termite Stick, a Brave Mother, and the Beginning of Everything13:03 Alone in the Jungle at 2415:26 No Book to Follow — Trusting Intuition in the Wild16:23 How a Chimpanzee's Trust Changed Everything19:18 From the Jungle to Cambridge 24:10 You Don’t Need a Degree to Begin25:32 From Scientist to Activist: A Calling She Couldn’t Ignore28:17 Trusting the Inner Voice30:09 Roots & Shoots: How Jane’s Bond with Chimps Sparked a Global Youth Movement33:37 Why Dr. Jane Goodall Chose Veganism37:11 How Jane Transformed Grief Into Global Change42:30 Small Choices, Big Change: How You Can Help Animals and the Planet47:26 Dr. Jane Goodall on Spirituality, Death, and the Great Unknown49:36 What Spirituality Means to Dr. Jane Goodall53:01 Jane Goodall’s Final Wisdoms: What She Wants Humanity to Remember

What if the voice guiding your healing… was already inside you?In this raw and emotional episode, I speak with Amy Rachelle, naturopath and intuitive, about addiction, self-responsibility, and the power of radical inner listening.Amy shares the story of how she spent 14 years addicted to pot, how a fire she caused became the wake-up call she couldn’t ignore — and how sitting in silence for 10 days led to a moment that changed everything.We talk about:– The hidden reason we stay addicted to pain and avoidance– How trauma blocks our connection to self-trust and truth– Amy’s life-changing Vipassana experience — and the voice she heard– The power of radical responsibility and feminine embodiment– Learning to listen to your intuition — even when it terrifies youThis conversation is a powerful reminder that your body, your breath, and your truth are waiting for you to come home.✨ I’ve created a free 10-minute guided Power Talk to help you bring your energy back to yourself and reconnect with your true essence — download it here !Follow The New Normal for weekly episodes on healing, awakening, and what it means to live with your whole heart. I'm Laura Malina Seiler — come say hi on Instagram @lauramalinaseiler.Key Moments from the Episode:00:00 Intro01:30 – Welcome Amy Rachelle02:41 – Who Are You Beyond the Body?04:38 – The Fifth Chamber of the Heart05:25 – Navigating Sensitivity and Polarity07:22 – From Rescuer to Responsibility: Rewriting Trauma12:00 – The Vipassana That Changed Everything19:45 – Hearing the Voice of God Within21:10 – Your Intuition Knows. Will You Listen?25:32 – Choose Truth, Even When It Hurts29:13 – Letting Go of Coping Mechanisms That Once Protected You33:22 – How Amy Regulates Herself in Stressful Moments35:25 – Fasting as a Path to Emotional and Spiritual Liberation42:29 – How to Handle Hunger While Fasting48:30 – Menopause, Memory Loss, and the Rise of True Womanhood57:11 – Reframing Menopause: A Rite of Passage Into Deeper Self-Love1:00:54 – Amy’s Final Wisdom

“You’re not suffering because of what happened. You’re suffering because you’re resisting it.”This one sentence from Michael A. Singer might change how you see your entire life.In this mind-opening episode, I sit down with the bestselling author of The Untethered Soul to talk about one of the most misunderstood spiritual truths:💥 That true freedom doesn’t come from controlling life — but from learning how to handle it.💥 That you are not your thoughts, your emotions, or your pain.💥 And that peace begins the moment you stop fighting what is.We talk about how to let go of the past, why healing doesn’t mean “fixing” anything, and what it truly means to live with an open heart.This conversation changed something in me. I hope it meets you where you are.✨ I’ve created a free 10-minute guided Power Talk to help you bring your energy back to yourself and reconnect with your true essence — download it here !I’m Laura Malina Seiler, the host of this podcast, and I’m so grateful to have you on this journey.💌 If this episode spoke to you, share it with someone who needs to hear it.🔔 Follow The New Normal for weekly episodes on personal growth, spirituality, and the journey back to your soul.Chapters0:00 Intro 1:00 What Spirituality Really Means3:30 What Reality Really Is6:53 Letting Go of Inner Garbage16:16 How to Let Go in the Moment25:14 How We Block the Love Inside Us34:39 Let Go Now — or Fall40:33 What Real Trust Actually Means47:00 Why We Cling to the Material World55:55 Heal the Inside, Heal the World59:15 You’re Already in God — Just Let Go1:01:43 Let Go — And See Where It Goes