Awaken with Oliver Podcast

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TOURETTE’S, OCD, ADHD & NEURODIVERSE RESET
10 practical lifestyle changes I used to move from daily tics, overwhelm and compulsive patterns towards greater calm, clarity and self-trust.

60-DAY HUMAN RESET
A structured day-by-day reset covering sleep, movement, nutrition and nervous-system practices.

AWAKEN60
A 60-step guide to taking greater control of your brain and life by working on your environment, sleep, body, diet, vitamins, mind and daily actions.

TIMELINE60
Walk back through your life year by year, explore difficult memories and work through emotions and experiences you may still be carrying.

SLEEP60
A 16-step natural sleep protocol designed to help reset your sleep routine and circadian rhythm, fall asleep more easily and sleep more deeply.

THOUGHT SWATTING
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REFLECTION

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 – Introduction: the power of choice

01:00 – Understanding self and the human experience

02:00 – “Normal” life vs deeper fulfilment

04:00 – Emotional expression and healing

06:00 – Life purpose and meaning

08:00 – Polarity: pain and joy

10:00 – Healing and transformation

12:00 – Building resilience

15:00 – Spirituality and self-reflection

20:00 – Final reflections and takeaways

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Hannah Singer explores intentional living, self-discovery, and inner growth through a heart-centred lens. Her work focuses on how thoughts, habits, and inner narratives shape our lived experience, encouraging curiosity, compassion, and resilience in everyday life.

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Raw, unedited conversations exploring healing, self-awareness, trauma, and personal growth.

Hosted by Oliver, who overcame Tourette’s, ADHD, and OCD through lifestyle changes and nervous system regulation, this podcast focuses on real, practical healing — not theory.

Each episode covers topics like emotional triggers, inner child healing, mindfulness, identity, and building resilience through honest, lived experience.

For anyone seeking clarity, emotional freedom, and deeper self-understanding.

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#431 The Power of Divine Surrender & Life’s Unseen Path | Deep Conversations with Taylin

Tue, 22 Sep 2026

In this thought-provoking episode, Oliver is joined by Talyn Fiore, The Energy Alchemist, for a deep conversation about life purpose, relationships, childhood trauma, spirituality, self-discovery and learning to surrender to the unknown.

They explore the idea that every decision we make can reroute the direction of our lives, and how experiences that initially feel like setbacks may eventually become some of our greatest opportunities for growth.

Talyn shares her perspective on relationships and how unresolved childhood experiences can influence who we become, the people we attract and the patterns we repeat. They discuss recognising these patterns, becoming more self-aware and breaking cycles that no longer serve us.

The conversation moves into spirituality, intuition and the illusion of control. Oliver and Talyn explore the balance between surrendering to life and still taking personal responsibility for your actions, choices and direction.

They also discuss isolation, discomfort and periods of uncertainty — and why some of the most difficult stages of life can become catalysts for transformation.

The episode goes deeper into addiction, dopamine, meditation, spiritual practices, energy and finding meaning in life's unpredictable journey.

Topics discussed:

• How our decisions can completely reroute our lives
• Life purpose, destiny and trusting the unknown
• Childhood trauma and patterns within relationships
• Recognising and breaking repeating cycles
• The illusion of control and embracing uncertainty
• Spiritual surrender vs taking personal responsibility
• Intuition and following your internal guidance
• Fear, resistance and stepping into the unknown
• Why isolation and discomfort can lead to transformation
• Addiction, dopamine and changing behavioural patterns
• Meditation and spiritual practices
• Energy, consciousness and self-awareness
• Personal transformation after difficult experiences
• Finding meaning in life's journey
• Learning to trust yourself and the direction of your life

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

[00:00] Introduction and life purpose

[04:30] Relationships and personal trauma

[09:15] Healing childhood patterns

[13:45] Intuition and following universal guidance

[18:20] Overcoming resistance and fear

[22:00] Personal transformation

[26:30] Addiction and dopamine reset

[32:15] Spiritual practices and meditation

[38:00] Finding meaning in life's journey

[43:50] Closing insights and reflections

GUEST BIO

Talyn Fiore, known as The Energy Alchemist, is a published author and multi-faceted artist whose journey through profound personal loss helped shape her path as an intuitive Reiki Master.

Her work focuses on helping people explore their own potential, energy, intuition and personal transformation.

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TOURETTE’S, OCD, ADHD & NEURODIVERSE RESET
10 practical lifestyle changes I used to move from daily tics, overwhelm and compulsive patterns towards greater calm, clarity and self-trust.

60-DAY HUMAN RESET
A structured day-by-day reset covering sleep, movement, nutrition and nervous-system practices.

AWAKEN60
A 60-step guide to taking greater control of your brain and life by working on your environment, sleep, body, diet, vitamins, mind and daily actions.

TIMELINE60
Walk back through your life year by year, explore difficult memories and work through emotions and experiences you may still be carrying.

SLEEP60
A 16-step natural sleep protocol designed to help reset your sleep routine and circadian rhythm, fall asleep more easily and sleep more deeply.

THOUGHT SWATTING
A practical method for getting thoughts out of your head, organising them, dealing with the past, taking action on the future and reducing repetitive mental loops.

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#430 Presence, Authentic Success & Staying True While Building a Career – Jessica Wilde

Tue, 15 Sep 2026

In this episode, Oliver is joined by Jessica Wilde for an open conversation about presence, authenticity, creativity, ambition and what it really means to build success without losing yourself along the way.

Jessica shares her experiences as a singer, artist, producer and founder, exploring the realities of building a creative career while navigating pressure, visibility, expectations and personal growth.

They discuss the tension between ambition and alignment, why actually experiencing life can be more important than constantly documenting it, and how artists, entrepreneurs and creatives can pursue bigger goals without sacrificing their values or identity.

The conversation explores the trade-offs between fame, control and creative freedom, questioning whether bigger always means better and why chasing external validation can pull you away from what originally made your work meaningful.

Oliver and Jessica also discuss longevity, self-trust, patience and building strong foundations rather than constantly searching for quick wins. They explore how staying authentic to yourself can influence your relationships, leadership, creativity and the direction your life takes.

This episode is for anyone interested in creativity, entrepreneurship, music, personal growth, presence, authenticity and creating a meaningful definition of success.

Topics discussed:

• Presence and actually experiencing life rather than constantly documenting it
• Ambition vs alignment
• Authenticity in music, business and creativity
• Fame, visibility and external validation
• Creative freedom and maintaining control
• Staying true to yourself under pressure
• Building strong foundations instead of chasing quick wins
• Self-trust, patience and personal growth
• Authentic leadership and influence
• Creating sustainable success over time
• Redefining what success actually means
• Building a meaningful life without losing yourself

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

[00:00] Embracing life’s highs and lows

[03:50] Why presence matters more than constantly capturing moments

[07:04] Authentic connection vs chasing scale and fame

[10:14] Staying true to yourself under external pressure

[13:30] Longevity, strong foundations and avoiding quick wins

[16:45] Authentic leadership and influence

[20:10] Building a meaningful path over time

GUEST BIO

Jessica Wilde is a singer, artist, producer and founder of PxSSY PWR.

Known for her raw lyricism and emotionally honest storytelling, Jessica’s work explores addiction, escapism, toxic relationships, healing, sobriety and empowerment.

She has received support from BBC Radio 1, performed at Glastonbury and the Jazz Cafe, opened for artists including Nile Rodgers and Ghetts, and collaborated with Rudimental, Emeli Sandé and Grammy Award winner Kizzo.

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FREE PDFs & GUIDES

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I’ve created 6 FREE guides covering neurodivergence, sleep, overthinking, lifestyle change, emotional work and taking control of your life.

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TOURETTE’S, OCD, ADHD & NEURODIVERSE RESET
10 practical lifestyle changes I used to move from daily tics, overwhelm and compulsive patterns towards greater calm, clarity and self-trust.

60-DAY HUMAN RESET
A structured day-by-day reset covering sleep, movement, nutrition and nervous-system practices.

AWAKEN60
A 60-step guide to taking greater control of your brain and life by working on your environment, sleep, body, diet, vitamins, mind and daily actions.

TIMELINE60
Walk back through your life year by year, explore difficult memories and work through emotions and experiences you may still be carrying.

SLEEP60
A 16-step natural sleep protocol designed to help reset your sleep routine and circadian rhythm, fall asleep more easily and sleep more deeply.

THOUGHT SWATTING
A practical method for getting thoughts out of your head, organising them, dealing with the past, taking action on the future and reducing repetitive mental loops.

GET ALL 6 FREE GUIDES:

FREE BUSINESS MENTORSHIP & COACHING

Want to ask me questions about business, mindset, productivity, lifestyle or personal growth?

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https://www.findmytribe.org

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#429 Psychedelic Insights, Personal Transformation, and Universal Energy: A Conversation with Josh Paul

Tue, 08 Sep 2026

In this episode, Oliver is joined by Josh Paul for an open conversation about burnout, work-life balance, personal growth, consciousness, meditation and psychedelic experiences.

Josh shares his experience of managing a busy schedule and finding a healthier balance between ambition, productivity, creativity and wellbeing.

They explore why entrepreneurs and creatives often find themselves working late into the night, how burnout can develop when you're constantly busy, and the importance of understanding your own body, energy levels and boundaries.

Oliver and Josh also discuss psychedelic experiences and how different substances can alter consciousness, perception, thinking and the way we see ourselves and the world around us.

The conversation moves into the foundations of wellbeing — sleep, diet, exercise, meditation, breathwork, mindfulness and gradually changing your daily habits rather than trying to transform everything overnight.

They also explore ideas around energy, manifestation, synchronicity, personal responsibility and the unexpected events that sometimes seem to align at exactly the right moment.

Topics discussed:

• Burnout and managing a demanding schedule
• Creating a healthier work-life balance
• Why entrepreneurs and creatives often work at night
• Understanding your body, limits and boundaries
• Psychedelics, consciousness and perception
• Sleep, nutrition, fasting, vitamins and exercise
• Meditation, mindfulness and mental clarity
• Breathwork and releasing built-up mental and emotional energy
• Overthinking and an overactive mind
• Making gradual lifestyle changes that compound over time
• Personal responsibility and independence
• Energy, manifestation and synchronicity
• Setting clear goals and creating direction in life

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

[00:00:00] Burnout and its effects on productivity

[00:03:19] Mindfulness, presence and the difference between being productive and simply staying busy

[00:07:31] Why nighttime can be a productive period for creatives and entrepreneurs

[00:11:02] Supporting health through vitamins, fasting, sleep and lifestyle choices

[00:14:25] How small lifestyle changes can gradually compound into significant results

[00:15:32] Oliver's LSD experience in Portugal and how it affected his worldview

[00:20:59] Personal responsibility, independence and taking ownership of your life

[00:25:38] The effects of excessive and uncontrolled thinking

[00:31:17] Meditation and breathwork for processing built-up mental and emotional energy

[00:37:56] Synchronicity and moments when events appear to align unexpectedly

[00:41:37] Why having clear goals can help create focus, direction and positive momentum

FREE PDFs & GUIDES

Want practical tools to help you take greater control of your mind, habits, sleep, lifestyle and direction?

I’ve created 6 FREE guides covering neurodivergence, sleep, overthinking, lifestyle change, emotional work and taking control of your life.

Download them FREE here:

TOURETTE’S, OCD, ADHD & NEURODIVERSE RESET
10 practical lifestyle changes I used to move from daily tics, overwhelm and compulsive patterns towards greater calm, clarity and self-trust.

60-DAY HUMAN RESET
A structured day-by-day reset covering sleep, movement, nutrition and nervous-system practices.

AWAKEN60
A 60-step guide to taking greater control of your brain and life by working on your environment, sleep, body, diet, vitamins, mind and daily actions.

TIMELINE60
Walk back through your life year by year, explore difficult memories and work through emotions and experiences you may still be carrying.

SLEEP60
A 16-step natural sleep protocol designed to help reset your sleep routine and circadian rhythm, fall asleep more easily and sleep more deeply.

THOUGHT SWATTING
A practical method for getting thoughts out of your head, organising them, dealing with the past, taking action on the future and reducing repetitive mental loops.

GET ALL 6 FREE GUIDES:

FREE BUSINESS MENTORSHIP & COACHING

Want to ask me questions about business, mindset, productivity, lifestyle or personal growth?

Join my FREE online or in-person mentorship and coaching sessions.

Visit:

STAY CONNECTED

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https://talkwitholiver.com/free-pdf

Website, Free Course & Workshops:
https://talkwitholiver.com

https://www.findmytribe.org

For Ceramonial Cacao

https://ommawellbeing.com

#428 How Energy, Auras & Chakras Shape Human Experience – Sandy Chana

Tue, 25 Aug 2026

In this episode, we explore the unseen world of energy, frequency, and consciousness, and how subtle forces shape perception, emotion, and everyday experience.

Through grounded conversation and real-life examples, we examine how energy fields influence us the moment we enter a room, what aura colours reveal about inner states, and how chakras function as energetic centres within the body. We discuss practices such as Reiki, psychic perception, telekinesis, and synchronicity — not as abstract ideas, but as lived experiences that invite a deeper understanding of reality.

The conversation also explores why children often perceive energy more intuitively, how sensitivity becomes conditioned out of adults, and how reconnecting with energetic awareness can support clarity, balance, and self-healing in daily life.

This episode is for anyone interested in energy healing, spirituality, consciousness, mindfulness, and the science of unseen forces — especially those curious about how awareness, frequency, and intention influence the human experience.

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Episode Chapters

00:00 – The invisible energy shaping our lives
03:15 – Aura readings and what colours reveal
06:33 – Chakras and energy centres explained
09:46 – Telekinesis and synchronicity in daily life
13:20 – Frequency, colour, and the human body
16:45 – Children and heightened spiritual awareness
20:00 – Bridging science, spirituality, and ancient wisdom

Guest Bio

Sandy Chana is a philosopher, philanthropist, and guide in self-healing, energy practices, and esoteric wisdom. With over a decade of experience in chakra healing, Reiki, astrology, numerology, and energy work, she helps people reconnect with their inner nature and integrate conscious awareness into everyday life.