Rays of Light – Conversations on Change

A podcast set in the fictional village of Sunnyside — a place not so different from your own.

Stories of personal struggle, transformation, and healing.

Each episode follows a resident facing familiar struggles: fear of public speaking, social media addiction, loneliness, jealousy, political anxiety, and more. As fictional hypnotherapists guide them through powerful inner transformations, two real-life hypnotherapists interject with insights, reflections, and gentle guidance — shining a light of hope on each story.

Join us as Sunnyside evolves from a disconnected village into a community of healing, growth, and human connection.

What Makes This Podcast Unique

Fictional Stories, Real Emotions

Follow villagers as they navigate everyday struggles — from fear and anger to loneliness and burnout.

Real Hypnotherapists, Gentle Insights

Two certified hypnotherapists interject throughout the story—offering reflections, explanations, and practical perspectives that connect fiction to real therapy and everyday life.

Transformation You Can Feel

More than a podcast — each episode becomes a moment of clarity, healing, and human connection.

Listen to Our Episodes

Rays of Light Podcast episode – village silhouette with podcast title, chronic pain hypnotherapy episode

Chronic pain doesn’t always end when the injury heals. Join Joel Norgaard as he explores how hypnotherapy can ease pain, improve sleep, and reveal the mind–body connection behind long-lasting discomfort.

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As Hormones Shift: Regaining Control in Times of Change Listen to Gabriella’s Story Description: If hormonal shifts are disrupting your life, or the life of someone you love, this episode of Rays of Light might be for you! At 46, Gabriella Romero is feeling out of control as a fogginess takes over her previously sharp…

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Village illustration introducing Rays of Light episode on a teen learning to manage negative self-talk and find joy.
Carene Neibaur is a fifteen-year-old who dislikes how she looks, and her father is very worried about her unhappiness. Listen in to hear hosts Karisha and Makiko explore how simple questions can open up new approaches to problems. They also discuss the benefits of creative activities, like drawing and visualizing, and why those often lead…
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Gwen Poulin is having difficulty getting enough sleep. With her business partner’s choices putting their beloved café at risk, Gwen needs a clear mind more than ever, and three to four rocky hours of rest aren’t enough. Listen in to hear Makiko and Karisha discuss ways we can all improve our habits around sleep. Makiko…
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Daniel nervously preparing for a memorial speech, representing overcoming fear of public speaking with hypnotherapy
If you have a fear of speaking or presenting in public, this episode of Rays of Light might be for you. Daniel Miller has feared public speaking for as long as he can remember. While grieving the death of his closest friend Brent, he is asked to be the main speaker at Brent’s memorial. Listen…
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If you’ve ever felt anger over a rejection, then this episode of Rays of Light might be for you! Marie Lou has been using anger to protect herself from feelings of rejection after being ghosted. Listen in to hear how hosts Karisha and Makiko explain why anger can be protective. They also discuss how different…
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podcast cover for rays of light - taking back control in the social media age
If you’ve ever felt like social media is taking over your life, or the life of someone you love, then this episode of Rays of Light might be for you! Akimitsu Takata is a popular seventeen-year-old who finds it difficult to stay off social media, even during the school day. His mother is very concerned,…
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Rays of Light Ep1. Who else struggles with anger? from anger to action
If you’ve ever felt frustration over politics, if you’d like to feel more control and experience greater relaxation, the first episode of the Rays of Light podcast might be for you! Marie Lou is struggling with anger due to political changes in her village of Sunnyside. In her quest for help, she decides to try…
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