#125 | How to Start Your Spiritual Journey and Develop a Relationship with God (Faith Series pt. 2)

Do you feel like time is flying by you? Or moreso escaping you? In a world full of constant distractions, temptations, and comparisons it's so easy to end up in the passenger seat while the days are passing by. Today's episode is the wake up call we all need from time to time to remind us of the power we hold. Our time and attention is everything and it's up to us to set systems and boundaries in place to funnel our focus into things that serve us. Today we discuss ways to do that along with some goal setting for October 2025!Timestamps:0:27 Happy October!!!1:57 Gratitude3:25 Epi Introduction5:30 Energy Leak Distractions8:55 Don't Let Life Pass You By10:37 How to Be More Present in October17:27 October Goals20:31 LIVE YOUR LIFE25:25 Affirmation and Summary.Affirmation: "I have the courage to spark change in my life.".WATCH ON YOUTUBE // https://www.youtube.com/@livfiitlistens/videos.Shop my favorite books here // https://www.amazon.com/shop/livfiit?listId=20MNY4GGY77KN*This is my affiliated Amazon Storefront. I do receive a small commission when you shop through this link.*.Youtube (@LIVFIIT) // https://www.youtube.com/c/Livfiit/videosInstagram (@LIVFIIT) // https://www.instagram.com/livfiit/?hlSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to part 2 of our mini series on faith!! Today we are diving into how to begin your spiritual journey and grow a relationship with God. When starting from ground zero, I completely understand how disorienting it can feel to have a connection with some infinite, unseen force. Like what do you mean "you're talking to God???" Well this epi is a great starting point, providing 6 tips to help you begin your own unique journey..SUMMARY of How to Connect with God;Release ExpectationExperiment with ModalitiesPush Through UncomfortabilityBe in GratitudeSpend Time in Solitude*** (lol not solace)Get Present.Book our Thailand Wellness Retreat Here!! // https://trovatrip.com/trip/asia/thailand/thailand-with-olivia-catania-nov-2025.Timestamps:0:30 Reminder to take care of yourself:)2:30 Gratitude3:58 Disclaimer!!4:21 My Faith6:17 The Start Can Be Overwhelming8:18 The Impact of Faith11:30 Release Judgement and Expectation14:12 Connection is Accessed Through Our Higher Self19:39 So what IS God??22:57 Experiment with Modalities24:01 Push Through the Uncomfortability22:54 Gratitude Lists26:35 Spent Time in SOLITUDE*** lol not solace28:27 The Seat of Awareness33:00 Get Present37:00 Affirmation.Affirmation: "The presence of God grows stronger in my life everyday.".WATCH ON YOUTUBE // https://www.youtube.com/@livfiitlistens/videos.Shop my favorite books here // https://www.amazon.com/shop/livfiit?listId=20MNY4GGY77KN*This is my affiliated Amazon Storefront. I do receive a small commission when you shop through this link.*.Youtube (@LIVFIIT) // https://www.youtube.com/c/Livfiit/videosInstagram (@LIVFIIT) // https://www.instagram.com/livfiit/?hlSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Come with me as we have an explorative conversation all about the mind blowing history of Christianity, the formation of the church, the cross section of spirituality and religion, and an update on my beliefs. This is an episode backed by research and a curious mind fascinated by faith! We dive into my background with religion, the early formation of Christianity, the suppressing of female wisdom in the church, different branches of early sectors, and where my faith stands. The findings I share in this episode were so interesting to me and wildly affirming of what I believe in that I wanted to open the dialogue!! Thank you for listening with an open mind!!!.Book our Thailand Wellness Retreat Here!! // https://trovatrip.com/trip/asia/thailand/thailand-with-olivia-catania-nov-2025.WATCH ON YOUTUBE // https://www.youtube.com/@livfiitlistens/videos.Shop my favorite books here // https://www.amazon.com/shop/livfiit?listId=20MNY4GGY77KN*This is my affiliated Amazon Storefront. I do receive a small commission when you shop through this link.*.Youtube (@LIVFIIT) // https://www.youtube.com/c/Livfiit/videosInstagram (@LIVFIIT) // https://www.instagram.com/livfiit/?hlSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stop waiting to feel fully confident, ready, comfortable...dive in and start TAKING ACTION!.Book our Thailand Wellness Retreat Here!! // https://trovatrip.com/trip/asia/thailand/thailand-with-olivia-catania-nov-2025.Timestamps:0:30 Don't expect to see yellow cars if you're looking for blue ones!3:05 Gratitude5:15 Last two weeks to book our wellness retreat!7:35 "Ready Isn't a Feeling, It's a Decision."8:56 Discipline vs Motivation11:39 Real Life Examples14:31 Your Life is Made of Your Decisions15:24 Where are you waiting to feel ready?16:48 Confidence Builds By Doing17:51 Life is Meant to Be LIVED19:42 Affirmation.Affirmation: "Every decision I make is proof that I am ready for the life I desire.".WATCH ON YOUTUBE // https://www.youtube.com/@livfiitlistens/videos.Shop my favorite books here // https://www.amazon.com/shop/livfiit?listId=20MNY4GGY77KN*This is my affiliated Amazon Storefront. I do receive a small commission when you shop through this link.*.Youtube (@LIVFIIT) // https://www.youtube.com/c/Livfiit/videosInstagram (@LIVFIIT) // https://www.instagram.com/livfiit/?hlSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If your life feels stale and you're craving newness, excitement, more passion - then it's time to lean into your soul's nudges! That random hit you have to take a new class, work at a coffee shop, try out a different gym, etc listen to those!! Even if they seem like passing thoughts with no real significance, think again. They carry more impact than you think and especially in ways you may not expect!!.Thailand Wellness Retreat // https://trovatrip.com/trip/asia/thailand/thailand-with-olivia-catania-nov-2025.Timestamps:0:30 Hi Hi!2:40 Act on your nudges4:54 Real life examples13:27 Divine timing vs MAKING it happen!15:10 Affirmation & Summary.WATCH ON YOUTUBE // https://www.youtube.com/@livfiitlistens/videos.Shop my favorite books here // https://www.amazon.com/shop/livfiit?listId=20MNY4GGY77KN*This is my affiliated Amazon Storefront. I do receive a small commission when you shop through this link.*.Youtube (@LIVFIIT) // https://www.youtube.com/c/Livfiit/videosInstagram (@LIVFIIT) // https://www.instagram.com/livfiit/?hlSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

"The truth will set you free, but it will probably piss you off first"!!It's so easy to feel defensive when receiving hard feedback but those moments are actually portals for growing into your best self. Illuminating your blind spots, where you are subconsciously holding yourself back, when you are acting out of alignment, etc - these are not attacks, they are awareness of your blocks so you can become better!! When you fully recognize this you can see constructive criticism in a new light, as a form of freedom, and a blessings for uncovering the way forward..Thailand Wellness Retreat // https://trovatrip.com/trip/asia/thailand/thailand-with-olivia-catania-nov-2025.Timestamps:0:30 Welcome back!!1:31 Gratitude2:48 Being Receptive to Criticism 8:23 Constructive Feedback is the Portal to Growth10:00 Relationships Take Effort for TRUE Connection11:50 Taking Accountability Improves Our Lives Completely13:00 "The Truth Will Set You Free, But It Will Probably Piss You Off First"19:09 Summary21:18 Affirmation.WATCH ON YOUTUBE // https://www.youtube.com/@livfiitlistens/videos.Shop my favorite books here // https://www.amazon.com/shop/livfiit?listId=20MNY4GGY77KN*This is my affiliated Amazon Storefront. I do receive a small commission when you shop through this link.*.Youtube (@LIVFIIT) // https://www.youtube.com/c/Livfiit/videosInstagram (@LIVFIIT) // https://www.instagram.com/livfiit/?hlSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WOW this is such a deeply personal and vulnerable story but honestly, this podcast isn't about me. It's about bringing powerful, impactful messages to those who need to hear it - with the intention to help even if that means feeling uncomfortable in the delivery at times. I want to disclaim, this episode is NOT going to be for everyone! We are diving into complex topics of inner child healing, reparenting, deep meditation, energy work, and somatic therapy. I recently had such a powerful meditation that was so healing and transformative and I wanted to share the story and technique with you. If you have a deep seeded trauma or limiting belief that seems to continue to run your life no matter how hard you try to talk or think your way through it, this may just be the solution you were looking for. These traumatic emotions and events live within our body and if we don't ever truly clear them, they will continue to resurface just like a weed if you never take the root out of the ground. Today I walk you through my meditative experience as well as give you a step by step guide to go on this journey yourself. This practice is applicable to so many situations but for me, I was focusing on my fear around life long commitment and marriage. .Thailand Wellness Retreat // https://trovatrip.com/trip/asia/thailand/thailand-with-olivia-catania-nov-2025.Timestamps:0:30 Disclaimer2:40 Gratitude4:20 Somatic Therapy11:50 Meditation Storytime35:15 Process Summary.WATCH ON YOUTUBE // https://www.youtube.com/@livfiitlistens/videos.Shop my favorite books here // https://www.amazon.com/shop/livfiit?listId=20MNY4GGY77KN*This is my affiliated Amazon Storefront. I do receive a small commission when you shop through this link.*.Youtube (@LIVFIIT) // https://www.youtube.com/c/Livfiit/videosInstagram (@LIVFIIT) // https://www.instagram.com/livfiit/?hlSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We live in a world of constant comparison which can lead to self abandonment in wishing you were someone else or looked like your favorite IG inspo. We think that since we don't have so and so's life or we don't look like her, that's why we're unhappy with ourselves and our lives. But what if I told you you have it backwards? And that actually if you spent all that energy that you're wasting on romanticizing everyone else on investing in yourself, you and your life would be a whole lot different. You are one of one and in order to maximize that, you need to own it! Own your differences, your authenticity, what makes you YOU! You will never be anyone else so you may as well start loving yourself and see how far that can take you..Thailand Wellness Retreat // https://trovatrip.com/trip/asia/thailand/thailand-with-olivia-catania-nov-2025.Timestamps:0:30 Hello!0:55 All growth doesn't always happen at the same pace3:33 Stop wishing to be anyone other than you6:23 You aren't allowing yourself to flourish10:25 Embrace you because you're all you got11:35 Pour that energy into YOU to become someone you LOVE13:39 Give yourself the space to blossom22:15 Closing and Affirmation.Affirmation: “I am one of one and that’s what makes me valuable, rare, and so special.".WATCH ON YOUTUBE // https://www.youtube.com/@livfiitlistens/videos.Shop my favorite books here // https://www.amazon.com/shop/livfiit?listId=20MNY4GGY77KN*This is my affiliated Amazon Storefront. I do receive a small commission when you shop through this link.*.Youtube (@LIVFIIT) // https://www.youtube.com/c/Livfiit/videosInstagram (@LIVFIIT) // https://www.instagram.com/livfiit/?hlSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you constantly feel so lost in the hustle, the grind, the hunt for results, this episode is for you. Micromanaging and endless checking for progress leads to an unenjoyable work flow, discouraging atmosphere, energy leaks away from taking productive action steps, and broadcasts that you simply are NOT where you want to be - perpetuating that state. Today, I speak about why being so immersed and embodied in the process is the absolutely cheat code and ironically gets you to arrive with ease..Thailand Wellness Retreat // https://trovatrip.com/trip/asia/thailand/thailand-with-olivia-catania-nov-2025.No timestamps today cause I was just in a flow lolz.Affirmation: “I put all my energy into the process because I trust it is all already unfolding for me.".WATCH ON YOUTUBE // https://www.youtube.com/@livfiitlistens/videos.Shop my favorite books here // https://www.amazon.com/shop/livfiit?listId=20MNY4GGY77KN*This is my affiliated Amazon Storefront. I do receive a small commission when you shop through this link.*.Youtube (@LIVFIIT) // https://www.youtube.com/c/Livfiit/videosInstagram (@LIVFIIT) // https://www.instagram.com/livfiit/?hlSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you're someone with a big vision and dream for your life but you're fearful of it never actualizing, this episode is for you!!.Thailand Wellness Retreat // https://trovatrip.com/trip/asia/thailand/thailand-with-olivia-catania-nov-2025.Timestamps0:00 Welcome and Gratitude!3:16 Manifesting types5:07 Big dreams can be daunting!6:43 You ALREADY ARE living your dream life NOW14:14 You are in the middle of what you've prayed for18:40 Your success is INEVITABLE30:02 Success is a journey not a destination31:14 Recap and Affy.Affirmation: “ My success is inevitable and everything I do is more than enough to create the life of my dreams.".WATCH ON YOUTUBE // https://www.youtube.com/@livfiitlistens/videos.Shop my favorite books here // https://www.amazon.com/shop/livfiit?listId=20MNY4GGY77KN*This is my affiliated Amazon Storefront. I do receive a small commission when you shop through this link.*.Youtube (@LIVFIIT) // https://www.youtube.com/c/Livfiit/videosInstagram (@LIVFIIT) // https://www.instagram.com/livfiit/?hlSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.