Law of Action
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In this episode of LOA Today, host Walt Thiessen and guest Joel Elston dive deep into the Law of Action, emphasizing that action is not just complementary to the Law of Attraction—it's essential. Walt shares his personal journey of realizing that passive wishing never worked for him; only when he began taking action, even if misguided, did the universe begin to respond. He uses the GPS analogy: movement, even in the wrong direction, triggers realignment. Joel reinforces this with stories from his life and clients, including a dramatic example of launching a new therapy program with seven beta patients, embracing the 'train wreck' of early failures as necessary feedback. The conversation explores how failure is not a setback but an instructive event, and how systems like 'implement and adjust' mirror software development and engineering principles. They contrast this with people who claim to attract without action—like Dr. Joe Vitale—highlighting the disconnect between message and behavior. The episode also touches on the importance of structure for ADHD brains, cognitive forensics, and the power of anchoring positive moments to elevate long-term vibration. Ultimately, the core message is that consistent, intentional action—no matter how small—is the engine of manifestation.
Action is non-negotiable in the Law of Action; even wrong action initiates momentum and universe alignment.
Failure is not a dead end—it's feedback. Use 'implement and adjust' to iterate toward success.
Structure is not a prison; for many, especially those with ADHD, it’s a lifeline that enables focus and productivity.
Anchor positive moments (like a sports win or tax relief) through journaling or physical cues to boost long-term emotional resilience.
Authenticity matters: people who live what they teach are rare and valuable, especially in a world of performative self-help.
The Law of Action: Why Action Is Non-Negotiable
“To me, the law of attraction is engaged with the action. It almost doesn't matter what the action is, but I have to be taking action.”
The GPS Analogy: Movement Triggers Alignment
Walt uses the GPS analogy to explain how inaction renders even the best tools useless. Just like a navigation app won’t work if you don’t move, the Law of Attraction only activates when you take action—any action. The universe responds to motion, not stillness.
Case Study: Launching a Therapy Program with Beta Patients
“We were going to do it. And he's like, no, no, no, no, no. I said, we got it. I had a group of patients.”
Failure as a Teacher: The 'Implement and Adjust' Mindset
“I never viewed a system failing as a problem. Always view failure as, you know, just like I'm saying, it's an instructive event.”
The Authenticity Gap: Do You Live What You Teach?
“He's very rich. Oh yeah. But it isn't the way he's saying it. It's not true what he's saying to him, you know?”
“I really hope you can at least after my session, I was hoping that, you know, I said, can you see hope now? And she said, well, I have hope that there is hope.”
“To me, the law of attraction is engaged with the action. It almost doesn't matter what the action is, but I have to be taking action.”
“I never viewed a system failing as a problem. Always view failure as, you know, just like I'm saying, it's an instructive event.”
Host
Guest
Walt Thiessen
person
Joel Elston
person
Dr. Joe Vitale
person
Elon Musk
person
Jen
person
Amazon
organization
Stoicism
other
Cognitive Forensics
other
Chad
person
UConn
other
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