Rise Above The Waves

Rise Above The Waves

This podcast is brought to you by Rise Above The Waves. I'm a Catholic lifestyle creator with a passion for positively changing the world. This podcast talks about life from the perspective of a teenage girl, and how faith and mental health play a big part in our lives. Begin with listening to the trailer, and don't look back! Subscribe now to learn how to have a positive outlook on life, and living like the best you that you can be. Episodes are published every Monday at 12am CST.

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August 26, 2024 4 mins

Welcome back for Season 2 of the podcast! Today I go over the inspiration behind the new cover, as well as my goals for this new season.


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Season 1 is coming to an end! As I prepare to start my freshman year of college, I complete this season with some tips and advice on how to do your best for the 2024-2025 school year.


**SEASON TWO will be here on September 2, 2024!!


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The National Eucharistic Congress taught me one major thing: why so many Catholics leave the faith. In today’s episode, I discuss what I’ve learned on this topic and how we can prevent this from happening in the future.


MENTIONED:

❤️‍🔥 Livestreams of the National Eucharistic Congress: https://ondemand.ewtn.com/free/Home/Series/ondemand/video/en/national-eucharistic-congress

🎥 @TruthCharting 's Video: https://www.instagra...

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❗️ **NOTE: Some of the content discussed in this episode is quite graphic and may be triggering to sensitive or young listeners. Listener discretion is advised.


Today I bring on Mayra Rodriguez to discuss her story as a former director of Planned Parenthood, and her conversion to becoming pro-life.

We discuss:

  • Her story and what she experienced while working for planned parenthood
  • Being a Catholic working for planned pa...
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Today I bring on another special guest: Parker Vail. Parker is a young seminarian at the Catholic Diocese of Little Rock, and he brings his wisdom from his experiences so far onto the podcast. We discuss what it means to be an Ephesians 5 man, and how men today can regain their masculinity in a world of emasculation and toxic feminism. We also talk about discerning your vocation, whether that's to the priesthood, the married li...

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Today I bring on my great friend Mora to discuss what it means to be a biblical feminine woman in today's world of modern femininity. We talk about being faithful and hardworking, how to honor God in our work, living out our vocations as a wife/mother/religious sister/nun/life of singleness, and traditional feminism vs. modern feminism.


MENTIONED:

Julia Poe Petersen's Proverbs 31 Video: https://youtu.be/WGbYaQJRB6A?si=...

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July 1, 2024 14 mins

Today I discuss journaling, my own experience with it (including some excerpts from my own journals 😱), why I think it’s important, and how we can connect with God through journaling.


MENTIONED:

Prayer Journals: https://www.barbourbooks.com/search.php?search_query=prayer%20map&section=product

"Stargirl" by Jerry Spinelli: https://a.co/d/0hKbIbCH


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Today I welcome Sarah Kaitlin, a registered nurse, podcast host and faith-led wellness content creator. We discuss her faith and mental health struggles and journey, as well as how we can take care of our spiritual and mental health as one.


FOLLOW SARAH:

- Instagram:

🌷 @sarkaitlin

🎙️ @loveinfullbloompodcast

🩺 @sarkaitlin.rn

- Podcast:

🎧 Love In Full Bloom Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/loveinfullbloom

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In today’s episode, I cover the following questions: Why are we insecure? What does the Bible say about insecurity? Why do we judge others? How can we be nicer to ourselves? 🎙️ Submit episode ideas/feedback here: ⁠https://forms.gle/SkVwBpiUv8EvD2P39⁠ SOCIALS: 📲 ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ @rise.above.the.waves 🌺 ⁠⁠Small Biz⁠⁠ Etsy Shop: Mainoakailana  (Use code RISEPOD24 for 30% off! Offer ends 12/31/2024) 📌 ⁠⁠Pinterest⁠⁠ @riseabovet...
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June 10, 2024 17 mins

Continuing our talk about faith and applying it to our lives, today I discuss the 7 deadly sins. They’re also called vices or capital sins, because after committing one, it’s so much easier to commit the others. This is quite a deep subject, but much of my generation is being affected by this and people aren’t talking about it enough. The seven deadly sins are lust, gluttony, pride, sloth, wrath, greed, and envy. I dive into each o...

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Today I discuss my journey with Christianity, how I am growing closer to God, and the "rules" of the faith and why they're there to keep us safe.


MENTIONED:

Online Bible: https://www.bible.com/

Bible In A Year Podcast: https://media.ascensionpress.com/category/ascension-podcasts/bibleinayear/

Arkansans: Register for Search #154 by June 18: https://dolr.org/article/teens-come-focus-christ-search-154

"Sin Is E...

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May 27, 2024 9 mins

Big shocker, I know 😱


In today's episode, I discuss why I'm no longer a fan of Taylor Swift, and how I'm being careful about the content and media I am choosing to consume.


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It's been a hot minute since I've uploaded an episode, but I am back in full swing! In today's episode, I talk about my last semester of high school, how I'm moving forward, and how I deal with life's difficulties.


MENTIONED:

🎧 Episode 4: Managing Time Wisely

🗓️ How To Time Block With Google Calendar: https://youtube.com/shorts/Nk1kLC6voTg?si=2WMAQSU_vtvVz9RS

⏰ How To Time Block With Notion Calendar: http...

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Today I discuss why having so much "stuff" in our lives is a bad idea. I introduce the minimalist lifestyle, and I talk about being grateful for what we already have in our lives.


MENTIONED:

Minimalism: Less Is Now Documentary: https://www.netflix.com/title/81074662

Father Mike Schmitz's Homily: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LxZh4mBmi-I


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January 8, 2024 14 mins

This is my final semester of high school! 🤯

Today I share some of my favorite studying techniques, as well as some that I'm going to try this semester in an attempt to bring up my GPA from a 3.5 to a 4.0.

I talk about time management and staying on top of assignments, note taking and memorization techniques, as well as staying motivated while dealing with boring subjects.


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Managing Time Wisely Episode


YouT...

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December 25, 2023 11 mins

Today I discuss something I've dealt with for a very long time, and that is dealing with my emotions - anger in particular. I talk about my experiences with it, as well as the anger cycle and ways to deal with your emotions and learning to handle situations more responsibly and calmly.


MENTIONED:

Alabaster Co. Christian Meditations: https://www.youtube.com/@AlabasterCo


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December 19, 2023 9 mins

Today I go into a 2023 recap and list out my goals for next year, as well as sharing my favorite ways to get on track for 2024 and making it your best year yet.


MENTIONED:

📵 Breaking Your Phone Addiction Episode: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/riseabovethewaves/episodes/Breaking-Your-Phone-Addiction-e29usrb

🌷 Unmarked Christian Planner: https://mainoakailana.etsy.com/listing/1338446591


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December 12, 2023 6 mins

Today I answer some questions asked by my followers about my holiday opinions and experiences. 🎄


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December 4, 2023 28 mins

Today I bring on my younger sister to discuss her view on life. We talk about school, grownups, books and movies, and so much more.


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November 20, 2023 18 mins

Today I discuss seven things that I wish I knew at thirteen years old, as well as share what some of you told me as to the advice you would give your younger selves.


✝️ BIBLE VERSES QUOTED:

Romans 8:28

Psalm 139:13-14

Matthew 6:34

Romans 12:2

Romans 3:24-25

Proverbs 19:20

Galatians 1:10


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"Wonder" by RJ Palacio: https://a.co/d/9It3aAI

"You Are Special" by Max Lucado: https://a.co/d/5wASP8p

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