The Western Hippie | Holistic Healing for dogs, horses, and humans

By: Michaela Mae & Willie the Corgi
  • Summary

  • Welcome to the Western Hippie Podcast! I’m on a journey to find the best w-holistic remedies for my dogs, horses, myself, and YOU! Because we’re not just one thing. We’re not just an arm, an emotion, or a heart, we’re ALL OF THE THINGS, and it’s all connected.

    My goal is to
    1) Share my findings with you
    2) Teach you how to develop your own holistic healing philosophy
    3) And take care of your dogs and horses in a way that’s best for you and them

    I promise to talk about all the things: the good, the hard, the beautiful, and the ugly and share those in the most honest and authentic way I can.

    If you have a subject you want me to cover, please send an email with the subject line PODCAST TOPIC to michaelalpaluck@gmail.com

    Thank you for being here at The Western Hippie. Willie and I appreciate you ♥️

    © 2025 The Western Hippie | Holistic Healing for dogs, horses, and humans
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Episodes
  • How I Booked My First Client - a step by step process to simplifying change
    Feb 4 2025

    Hi Hippies! In this episode of the Western Hippie Podcast, today we're diving into why change can feel so overwhelming, what we can do to minimize the overwhelm, and how to find the NEXT step you need to take. I learned this lesson about 6 months ago, and I'm excited to share it with you in hopes it will help you, too.


    CHAPTERS

    00:00 Celebrating Progress and Self-Acceptance
    06:15 The Journey to Booking Clients
    10:30 Understanding Change and Taking Action
    22:11 Building Momentum and Confidence


    SOUND BITES:

    "We get what we focus on."
    "You can only beat a horse so much."
    "Which one's gonna get me further?"
    "Just get the ball rolling."

    TAKEAWAYS:

    We get what we focus on, so celebrate your achievements.
    The reticular activating system helps us notice what we deem important.
    Self-acceptance is crucial for personal growth and productivity.
    Focusing on progress rather than perfection leads to better outcomes.
    Change feels overwhelming when we focus on the end goal instead of the next step.
    Building confidence comes from taking small, actionable steps.
    Naming the future version of ourselves can guide our actions today.
    Self-compassion is key to maintaining motivation and creativity.
    It's important to ask if our actions are productive or counterproductive.
    Celebrating small wins increases our capacity for future success.


    KEYWORDS:

    self-acceptance, client booking, personal growth, change management, podcasting, productivity, mindset, goal setting, confidence, celebration




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    25 mins
  • "No different. Only different in your mind." Mindset lessons from Yoda, Tom Cruise, and Ethan Hunt
    Jan 28 2025

    In this episode of the Western Hippie Podcast, we discuss the importance of perspective and commitment in overcoming obstacles. I share personal experiences of recording challenges and reflect on the lessons I learned from the movie Mission Impossible, emphasizing how Tom Cruise and Ethan Hunt tackle problems by changing their mindset and the questions they ask themselves. We conclude the episode with actionable steps for listeners to take toward their goals, reinforcing the idea that progress is possible with the right perspective.

    KEY TAKEAWAYS:

    I laugh because I prefer to laugh than to cry.
    We always have two choices we can make.
    Rejection is protection.
    It's only mission impossible if we decide it is.
    The problem is not your brain; it's what you put into it.
    What story am I telling myself about this situation?
    We can make the impossible possible.
    Go do something, one minor move.
    How can I see it from a different perspective?
    Only different in your mind.

    CHAPTERS:

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and the Power of Perspective
    02:52 Overcoming Roadblocks and Embracing Commitment
    05:47 Lessons from Mission Impossible and Tom Cruise
    09:08 Changing Questions to Change Outcomes
    12:08 Action Steps and Final Thoughts


    KEYWORDS:

    Overcoming obstacles, personal growth, mindset, commitment, perspective, action steps, Mission Impossible, Tom Cruise, Yoda, Star Wars

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    13 mins
  • What Mulan taught me about being a woman.
    Jan 21 2025

    Hello Hippies! In today's episode of the Western Hippie Podcast, I reflect on my journey of regaining confidence in podcasting and the importance of authenticity. I share insights from my experiences and discuss how the animated film Mulan has influenced my understanding of femininity and self-acceptance. I also discuss the significance of being true to oneself, healing through new perspectives, and the power of removing societal filters to embrace one's true identity.

    KEY TAKEAWAYS:

    • Confidence comes from starting again, not perfection.
    • Insights can come from everyday experiences.
    • Authenticity is key to making the right decisions.
    • Mulan teaches that there is no right way to be a woman.
    • Self-discovery involves changing how we see ourselves.
    • Healing often requires a shift in perspective.
    • Being yourself is the greatest gift you can give.
    • Filters imposed by society can hinder self-acceptance.
    • Embrace both masculine and feminine energies within.
    • Small changes can lead to major transformations.

    TIMESTAMPS:

    00:00 Finding Confidence in Imperfection
    03:11 Lessons from Mulan: Embracing Authenticity
    06:02 The Journey of Self-Discovery
    09:03 Redefining Femininity and Masculinity
    12:10 Healing Through New Perspectives
    15:00 The Power of Being Yourself
    28:01 Taking Off the Filters

    QUOTES FROM TODAY'S EPISODE:

    "Just start chopping!"
    "Who we are is our GPS system."
    "He loved her for who she was."
    "Healing is changing the way we see things."
    "The greatest gift is being who you are."
    "Take one filter off, even for 30 seconds."
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    confidence | authenticity | self-discovery | femininity | masculinity | healing | Mulan | personal growth | self-acceptance | empowerment | Disney | Disney Movie


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    31 mins

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