Just LIV Olivia Stephens

Join me for an inspiring conversation with Michael Roviello, a New York City native who left Queens to join the U.S. Navy in 1999. Serving as a helicopter rescue swimmer and combat search and rescue crewman, Michael was deployed globally, including missions during Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom.

After a successful 13-year career in higher education, where he earned an MBA and a MaEd/AET, Michael served as the Senior Director of Operations for the Department of Military and Veteran Affairs at a Fortune 500 company.

Battling severe cervical spine issues and chronic pain, Michael turned to natural and alternative healing methods after exploring traditional medical treatments that were unsuccessful. His journey led him to the Amazon jungle and the discovery of the Wim Hof Method, which transformed his approach to pain management and overall well-being.

Now a certified Wim Hof Method instructor and Coach Michael shares his expertise in breath work, cold-water therapy, and ancient healing practices. Tune in to hear Michael's remarkable story of resilience, healing, and his ongoing commitment to wellness and self-exploration.


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In this episode, I discuss my fears and challenges that come with reentering the dating world after a significant breakup. I share deeper fears that have arisen, such as trust issues and insecurities, and the difficulty of separating past experiences from new relationships. I explore the importance of reconnecting with one's intuition and inner knowing, as well as the challenge of finding a counterpart who has done similar self-work. I share my experience with seeking validation and the importance of reframing relationships as opportunities for growth and learning. I encourages listeners to approach dating with an open mind and to focus on personal growth rather than the outcome of each connection.



As always, thank you for listening!



XO,

LIV



00:00 Introduction and Background

06:29 Navigating Trust Issues and Insecurities in Dating

11:43 Finding a Counterpart Who Has Done Self-Work

15:46 Approaching Dating with an Open Mind and Focus on Growth


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Faith Ashenden, founder and CEO of That Healing Feeling, discusses her unique approach to healing chronic illness and anxiety through nervous system regulation and subconscious reprogramming. She emphasizes the mind-body connection and the importance of addressing beliefs and identity in healing. Faith explains that fear-based beliefs around food can actually induce unwanted symptoms and that it's important to create a sense of safety within the body. She also highlights the impact of stress on the body and provides practical tips for reducing stress and building resilience. The conversation explores the topics of regulating, trauma responses, nervous system dysregulation, and self-love. Faith Ashenden emphasizes the importance of focusing on what you like rather than what you don't like, as it impacts your emotional state and physiology. She also discusses trauma responses and how they are rooted in the belief that the world is a dangerous place. Faith highlights the need for an internal locus of control and the empowerment that comes with taking radical responsibility for one's healing. She addresses the concept of worthiness and the importance of shifting beliefs to recognize inherent worth.



Takeaways


The mind and body are interconnected, and healing should address both.
Fear-based beliefs around food can hinder healing and create physical reactions.
Creating a sense of safety within the body is crucial for healing.
Stress has a significant impact on the body and should be addressed.
Practical tips for reducing stress include setting boundaries, creating micro habits, and listening to the body's signals. Focus on what you like rather than what you don't like to regulate your emotional state and physiology.
Trauma responses are rooted in the belief that the world is a dangerous place.
Taking radical responsibility for one's healing requires an internal locus of control.
Recognize your inherent worthiness and shift beliefs to support self-love and healing.
Healing is a journey of expansion and release.


The Impact of Fear-Based Beliefs on Healing
Addressing Stress as a Key Component of Healing Taking Radical Responsibility for Healing
Recognizing Worthiness and Shifting Beliefs


"I firmly believe that the mind and body are one."
"Instilling fear is never a good thing because it's in direct opposition to the work that I do, which is instilling safety within the body."
"Our beliefs are actually directly informing our nervous system and affecting us on a physiological level."
"Regulating and evolving is being able to rise above in a way that's really authentic and not like toxic positivity."
"You can't control the situation. All you can do is focus your attention and hold it where you want it to be."
"Reminding yourself every single day to not get swept into the 'woe is me' and rising above is life-changing work."

Chapters

00:00 Understanding the Mind-Body Connection

09:30Reducing Stress: Practical Strategies

32:08 Trauma Responses and Shifting Beliefs

39:18 Self-Love and Worthiness

46:10Taking Radical Responsibility for Healing



Faith Ashenden

https://faithashenden.com




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In this episode, join me as I re-enter the dating world after taking some much-needed time off to heal from a breakup. I'll share my personal journey of navigating the ups and downs, uncertainties, and surprises of diving back into the dating scene solo. From the initial hesitation, to the process of dating apps, along with some questions, I'll candidly discuss my personal challenges of navigating today's dating world.


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In this episode, I share my frustration with the beauty industry and the constant messages that tell us we're not good enough. I express the difficulty of fully loving and accepting myself in a world that doesn't support self-love. I feel strongly that there is the need for a shift in our culture to appreciate everyone as they are and to stop pushing constant self-improvement.


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In this conversation, Olivia interviews TaiHa Sloan, a relationship coach, about her work in helping women master their triggers in relationships. They discuss the importance of cultivating daily habits and the challenges of implementing changes. Tai Ha emphasizes the need to pause reactions and respond mindfully, which can be achieved through somatic healing and releasing trapped emotions. In this conversation, ThaiHa discusses the importance of personal growth, including healing your inner child. She explains the concept of internal family systems and the benefits of meditation and breath work. She shares insights on communication and connection in relationships, balancing expectations and self-regulation, and understanding the deeper meaning in relationships. ThaiHa emphasizes the idea that triggers can be turning points for healing, and working through them can expand not just the relationships around us, but more importantly, the one we have with ourselves.



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