We were lucky to catch up with Marie Thouvenot recently and have shared our conversation below.
Alright, Marie thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. We’re complete cheeseballs and so we love asking folks to share the most heartwarming moment from their career – do you have a touching moment you can share with us?
I’ll always remember a woman I coached who had a powerful realization during an exercise where she visualized her future self. At first, she described seeing herself walking confidently — perhaps a few pounds lighter — radiant and beautiful. But as the exercise continued, she began to notice something unsettling: her future self looked almost exactly as she did now. She grew anxious and stressed.
Curious, I asked her why this was troubling. She explained, “Don’t you see? I look the same, which means I haven’t evolved.” She shared that in her life, every significant event had prompted her to change her appearance. Noticing her vibrant pink hair, I gently asked, “Were those significant events positive or negative?” Without hesitation, she replied, “They were all negative.”
Her insight was profound, but she hadn’t yet connected the dots. So, I said, “Isn’t it good news, then? If your future self hasn’t changed, maybe it means nothing negative happened.” She paused, and I watched relief wash over her face. It was a moment of profound understanding — a shift in perspective that changed how she saw herself and her future.
It’s moments like these that stay with me. I cherish seeing the spark in a client’s eyes when they uncover a truth that transforms the way they think and feel about themselves.
Marie, love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?
After spending years in the financial industry, I found myself at a crossroads during the Covid crisis. It was a time of deep introspection, and I realized I was searching for more purpose and fulfillment in my life and career. That journey led me to hypnosis and coaching—fields that immediately sparked my curiosity and passion.
In today’s increasingly stressful world, I discovered how much I love helping people shift their perspectives and feel truly seen and supported. I witnessed the profound impact of providing a safe, compassionate space for processing emotions, and I knew I’d found my calling.
I immersed myself in training and certifications, learning innovative techniques like Sajece hypnosis and the symbolic approach to coaching. By 2022, I launched my own business, My Loving Mind. The name reflects a core belief: our minds are always trying to protect us, even when it doesn’t seem that way. When we learn to recognize this, we can stop fighting against our minds and start teaming up with them.
I offer gentle, one-of-a-kind hypnosis sessions that clients can enjoy from the comfort of their homes. These sessions are not what most people imagine when they think of hypnosis—they’re light, soothing, and filled with metaphors and stories. They create a deeply relaxing experience while uncovering hidden emotional blocks, helping people move forward with ease and clarity.
In addition to hypnosis, I offer coaching sessions that use symbolic exercises to bring unconscious patterns to the surface. These creative and playful tools help clients gain insights that lead to real, lasting change.
What sets me apart is the combination of these powerful techniques and the emphasis on self-acceptance. I don’t believe in fighting emotions or burying them—I believe in welcoming them as part of the team.
I’m most proud of the transformations I’ve seen in my clients. There’s nothing more rewarding than watching someone release what’s been holding them back and embrace a lighter, freer version of themselves. If there’s one thing I want people to know, it’s that change doesn’t have to be a struggle. With the right tools and support, it can be a gentle and empowering journey.
Let’s talk about resilience next – do you have a story you can share with us?
Only a few months after launching my company, I faced a major struggle that tested me in ways I never expected. Within a four-month period, I experienced a series of profound personal losses. I lost my dad, my two beloved grandmothers, and a close friend. The grief was relentless. I barely had time to process one loss before another followed, leaving me in deep emotional turmoil.
The overwhelm forced me to pause and step back from my business to focus on my emotional well-being. It wasn’t easy, but I reached out for help and gave myself permission to feel and process the intense waves of sadness, anger, and confusion. I had to learn to be patient with myself and to trust that healing, like growth, takes time.
Through this deeply challenging journey, I discovered the immense strength that comes from holding space for all emotions, even the most difficult ones. It became clear to me that sadness, far from being something to suppress or escape, can illuminate what truly matters to us. And perhaps most importantly, I realized that sadness and joy are not opposites. They can coexist.
This experience not only deepened my personal resilience but also reinforced my belief in the work I do. It reminded me why I’m so passionate about creating a safe, compassionate space for my clients. Life’s hardest moments often carry profound lessons, and I’m proud to embody those lessons in both my life and my work.
What do you think helped you build your reputation within your market?
What has helped me build my reputation is demystifying hypnosis and showing people its real, gentle power. When I first talk about what I do, many are curious but also hesitant — worried they might lose control during a session. However, once they experience it, they realize how deeply relaxing and therapeutic it is. Many even discover that hypnosis can be a meaningful part of their self-care routine, a way to nurture and care for their minds.
To make hypnosis more accessible, I created a YouTube channel where I share free hypnosis sessions. This gives people a chance to experience its benefits firsthand, from the comfort of their homes, and it has been an effective way to build trust and interest in what I do.
In my coaching sessions, I incorporate symbolic exercises using simple tools like pen and paper. These exercises are playful yet profoundly impactful, helping clients uncover unconscious patterns and shift their perspectives in unexpected ways. This unique approach has resonated with many, and word-of-mouth has been a significant driver of my reputation.
Ultimately, I think what sets me apart and has helped me earn trust in my market, is my ability to create a safe, compassionate space where people feel supported, seen, and empowered to make meaningful changes.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://mylovingmind.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mylovingmind/
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marie-thouvenot-a98206b
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@mylovingmind
Image Credits
Delphine Francois – https://delphinefrancoisphotography.com/en/home/