Revising the Story

Catherine dives into the power of “revising the story”—the internal narrative that quietly shapes what you believe is possible for your body, your money, your relationships, and your future. She starts by naming the old ticker-tape thoughts that used to run her life: scarcity, shame, religious guilt, fear, comparison, and the belief that she was flawed or stuck. Then she shares the turning point: when she intentionally changed what she told herself every day, her life began to change from the inside out. Through practical examples—fitness, finances, and love—Catherine explains how a new story creates new focus, new choices, and new outcomes. She closes by inviting listeners to gently rewrite a few words in their own narrative so they can thrive, not just survive, and teases the next step in her process: “Mining for Miracles.” 💬 What You'll Hear What “revising the story” actually looks like in real life (not just positive quotes) The harsh inner narrative Catherine used to live with: lack, shame, fear, comparison, and self-blame How she stopped waiting for outside validation and started giving herself the words she needed A mindset shift around fitness: moving from “I can’t” to “I’m an athlete” and letting actions follow A mindset shift around money: from “I’m always broke” to “everything is working out for me” Why she learned to feel gratitude for paying bills—and how that changed her relationship with money A mindset shift around love and worthiness: from “who would want me?” to knowing what she brings How to spot old feedback loops and ask: “Is this the new story—or the old one talking?” Why you’re allowed to write your own rules instead of letting society define your worth A closing prompt: what words do you need to change so you can thrive instead of survive? ✨ Takeaway Your life follows the story you repeat. When you change the words you tell yourself—especially in the areas where you feel stuck—you change what you notice, what you choose, and what you believe you deserve. A few new sentences, practiced daily, can become a new direction. ⚖️ Disclaimer These stories are mine — told through my eyes, my lens, and my lived experience. Each person moves through life in their own way. I own these stories, and I share them to inspire us all to live truthfully, freely, and as our most authentic selves. 🌿 Connect with Catherine If this episode made you reflect on a time when you judged others or needed forgiveness yourself, share it with someone who showed you grace when you didn't deserve it. Follow Catherine on Instagram to keep following the story. Theme Song Written and Composed by Trevor Lynch and Michaela Dennis and recorded by Trevor Lynch in Chicago IL Photo: Baumgardner Studio Yakima, WA Production: Red Trux Productions Snohomish, WA