Hosted by Elena Aburto and Reyna Aburto. Just 2 best friends philosophizing about stuff.
Listen, learn, and laugh with us and our guests as we discuss what it means to consecrate our lives to the Savior.
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Jim and Matt have the most unlikely friendship. Brother Jim Olson used to work for the FBI. He had arrested a man named Matt who spent nearly 20 years in prison. While in prison, Matt went through a complete change of heart and has been striving to live a more selfless and Christlike life ever since.
In honor of Suicide Prevention Month, I share a story of mine when my depression was so bad that I no longer wanted to live.
You might have OCD if you have experienced the following: Had repetitive thoughts about being sinful; Excessive fear about perfection; Irrational thoughts about how you might die today. My delightful and gorgeous friend Jonnae came on to talk about her husband Noah's OCD and about physical health. She has the cutest laugh, she's one of the most Christlike people I know, and she's just the best!!
My beautiful friend Larkin came on to share her AMAZING conversion story!! Larkin grew up in Utah as a member of the Church. As a teenager, she went through a dark period and left the Church. Eventually, she moved to Bali and Thailand to look for freedom. There, she finally found healing through the Savior Jesus Christ. Larkin also shares the meaning behind her tattoos, and a story of when the Lord reminded her that He does not judge people by their outward appearance. At just 23 years old, her story is only beginning. She has such a pure spirit about her and I'm sure you'll love her story!
Stockton came on to talk about his experience in film, working on the set of Book of Mormon videos, his humanitarian trip to Africa, and more.
Things don't always work out the way we think they should. Sister Bennett tells me about a time when the Lord was taking care of her without her knowing it, how God answers our individual prayers in unique ways, and how Heavenly Father has a plan for us.
Take a shot (of orange juice) every time I say the word "counsel" in this episode! There is so much I have learned by being a leader, especially as a Relief Society President/Counselor/Secretary/Teacher in my young life. No matter what kind of calling you have, my thoughts may apply to you!
My brother Xavier (Xavi) and his wife Staci talk about how they met, their difficult first year of marriage, and how they have chosen to raise their three young boys by living righteous principles.
Discussing agency helps us understand why God allows bad things to happen to good people. Brady tells me about some of the life lessons he's learned about choosing obedience to God over our own desires, choosing a spouse, and more!
Nick Galieti was born in Southern California and now lives in Utah. He is a broadcast and events language producer and an experienced Latter-day Saint podcast host and producer. His podcasts include Latter-day Saint MissionCast, The Good Word Podcast, and of course, Barbie does Dating. He served his mission in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He and his wife have five daughters.