Xena’s Resilient Warrior Podcast
by Larrissa Esperanza
Join me on this podcast as I dive into my journey through difficult moments and struggles, revealing the strategies I used to build a resilient, positive mindset and achieve self-love. Discover unique perspectives and practical skills to help you cultivate the same mindset. Tune in and explore the path to self-empowerment with me.
Episodes
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The Secret to Staying Disciplined Without Burning Out | Faith, Consistency & Purpose
Are you struggling to stay consistent without feeling exhausted? In this powerful faith-based motivational podcast episode, we explore how to build self-discipline, create lasting habits, avoid burnout, and stay committed to your God-given purpose. If you’ve been relying on motivation alone…
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Trusting God Before the Breakthrough | How to Have Faith While You Wait
Have you ever found yourself praying for something but struggling to truly believe it will happen? In this episode of the Resilient Warrior Podcast, we talk about what it means to have faith before the breakthrough, trust God during difficult seasons, and learn how to walk in gratitude for the...
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My Current Season, Old Versions of Me & Seeing God’s Transformation Over 5 Years | Faith Reflection
This episode is a reflection on the season I’m currently in and the journey God has been taking me through over the last several years. I’ve been going back and clearing out old videos from up to five years ago and seeing a version of myself I almost don’t recognize anymore. Videos that once...
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The Devil Attacks Your Thoughts First: How to Silence Lies, Defeat Self-Doubt & Know You Belong
Have you ever walked into a room and felt like you didn’t belong? In this powerful faith-based podcast episode, I share a personal experience from a family cookout where I found myself battling thoughts of insecurity, rejection, and self-doubt. Before I even spoke a word, my cousin looked at me…
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Walking in Your God-Given Purpose: How to Stay Focused on Your Vision When Others Don’t Believe
Have you ever felt called to something bigger, but the people around you couldn’t see the vision? In this powerful motivational and faith-based podcast episode, we dive into what it truly means to walk in your God-given purpose, stay focused on your calling, and keep moving forward when others...
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The Reality of Building an LLC Alone While Struggling With Health Challenges
In this episode, I open up about the reality of trying to build a business while dealing with chronic leg pain, vision challenges, stress, exhaustion, and the pressure of wearing every hat as a solo entrepreneur. This isn’t a polished motivational speech — it’s more of a real and honest...
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Bad Company Corrupts Good Character: How Your Circle Is Shaping Your Life
In this episode, we dive deep into a powerful biblical truth: you are the company you keep. The Bible warns us in 1 Corinthians 15:33 that “bad company corrupts good character”—and I’ve lived that reality firsthand. There was a time in my life when the people around me were only focused on…
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Building Your Dreams Through Chronic Pain: Staying Faithful on Low Days
Feeling stuck because chronic pain keeps slowing you down? In this episode, I share my personal journey of building my dreams while dealing with constant pain, rainy days in Wilkes-Barre, and the emotional highs and lows of pursuing your goals. I talk about staying connected to God, pushing…
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These Problems Used to Be My Prayers: A Perspective That Will Change Your Life
Today I had a moment that completely shifted my perspective. A friend told me about a storm that knocked down trees and damaged other campers, but they were grateful they had moved theirs in time. In that moment I smiled and said something that surprised even me… “I can’t wait to have your…
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Why Constant Spiritual Attacks Mean Your Breakthrough Is Near
Have you been experiencing constant spiritual attacks, intense warfare, emotional pressure, or unusual resistance in your life? In this episode, we break down why spiritual warfare often increases right before a breakthrough. When the attacks don’t stop, when the pressure feels heavier than…
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God’s Plan Over Mine: Trusting Him When Life Doesn’t Go as Planned
Do you carefully plan every step of your life—only to watch those plans fall apart? In this faith-filled podcast episode, we talk about trusting God’s plan when nothing goes the way we expected. Through real-life testimony, biblical encouragement, and honest reflection, you’ll discover how God’s...
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The Battles You Don’t See: Smiling Through Pain While Building a Dream
What people don’t see is the part that costs you the most. In this episode, I talk about the unseen battles—the ones you carry while still showing up with a smile. Building a dream while working a 9–5. Living with disabilities. Chronic pain. Vision impairment. Exhaustion so deep your body feels...
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Permission to Pause
Feeling overwhelmed, overstimulated, or constantly on the go? In this episode, we explore why taking a break is not only okay—it’s necessary. Dive into practical life coaching strategies and faith-based perspectives to help you reset, recharge, and prevent burnout. Learn how stepping back can...
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Day 9 of Quitting Nicotine: Faith, Failure, and Breaking the Addiction Cycle
In this episode, I share my journey to day nine of quitting nicotine and reflect on my ongoing healing from addiction, including drugs, alcohol, weed, and smoking. I talk honestly about the withdrawal symptoms, increased appetite, fatigue, and mental battles that come with breaking free from...
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When Life Feels Stuck: Turning Delay Into Preparation and Progress
Feeling stuck, frustrated, or like life isn’t moving forward? In this episode, I dive into the powerful lesson that delay is not denial. I share my personal journey over the last four years, navigating the ups and downs of business, finances, and personal growth — and how every delay was actually...
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2025 Year in Review: Financial Lessons, Healing, Inner Peace & Becoming Better Than Last Year
As 2025 comes to an end, this episode is a raw and honest year-end reflection on financial growth, emotional healing, personal transformation, and inner peace. Instead of setting unrealistic New Year’s resolutions, this conversation focuses on something deeper: becoming better than you were last...
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The Truth About Healing No One Talks About
The Truth About Healing: Breaking Chains, Facing Yourself, and Finding Real Freedom Healing is not pretty. It’s not linear. And it’s definitely not painless. In this episode, I speak honestly about the real truth of healing—the tears, the anger, the accountability, and the moments of staring...
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Praising Your Way Out of the Pit
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by life’s challenges? Praising Your Way Out of the Pit is your weekly spiritual boost to lift your mind, heart, and soul. Join us as we explore prayer, worship, and practical faith strategies to overcome negativity, break free from despair, and walk in...
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Rise. Expand. Refuse to Shrink.
In today’s episode, we’re breaking the mindset that makes you dim your light to make others comfortable. This isn’t about money — this is about identity, confidence, and refusing to shrink when God is calling you higher. I share real moments from my own journey and how I learned to stop hiding,...
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Built in the Battle: Why Your Hardest Seasons Birth Your Greatest Blessings
In today’s episode, we dive deep into how what the enemy uses to destroy you, God uses to develop you. Every storm you’re facing right now is not meant to break you—it’s meant to prepare you. God is turning the attacks, the pain, and the pressure into the very things that will elevate you. We…
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Renewed Strength, Renewed Spirit: Finding Rest When You’re Tired of Being Strong
Feeling worn out from always trying to be strong? In this episode of Renewed Strength, Renewed Spirit, we talk about spiritual burnout, exhaustion, and the powerful truth that sometimes obedience means rest, not doing more. Discover how to let God refill your spirit, find true peace, and rise...
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Faith Moves Mountains: How God Strengthens You to Overcome Life’s Challenges
In this powerful episode of the XENAS Resilient Warrior Podcast, we dive deep into how faith truly moves mountains in every area of life. Discover practical ways to strengthen your faith, overcome life’s toughest challenges, and walk boldly in God’s guidance. Whether you’re facing personal...
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Growth Isn’t Comfortable, and That’s the Point
Everybody talks about healing — but most people are just surviving They’re still clinging to their comfort zone, still avoiding accountability, and calling it “growth.” In this episode, I’m exposing the difference between real healing and emotional hiding. Because healing isn’t cute. It’s not all...
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Overlooked, Undervalued, Unbothered: Turning Rejection Into Redirection
🎙️ Episode Description: Ever felt like no one sees you until you blow up? In this episode, I’m speaking directly to the ones who feel overlooked, underestimated, and passed over. The truth is — rejection is often redirection. What if being overlooked is the universe’s way of telling you: “Focus...
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Start Over Without Shame: Rebuilding When Life Breaks You Down
Ever felt like starting over meant you failed? In this powerful episode, I’m breaking down the truth about fresh starts — and why they don’t mean you’re broken, weak, or behind. I’ll share personal insights on how to rebuild when life doesn’t go as planned, how to release shame, and how to find...
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From Settling to Self-Worth: Learning to Choose Yourself
In this raw and transparent episode, I open up about my two-year experience in a polyamorous relationship where I constantly felt the need to prove I was the better option—driven by abandonment wounds and a history of chasing love just to feel chosen. I reflect on how these same patterns showed…
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You Show Up for Everyone… But When’s the Last Time You Showed Up for You?
Are you always there for everyone else — but struggle to show up for yourself? In this powerful episode, Life Coach Xena breaks down the mindset behind why so many people pour from an empty cup while making excuses when it comes to their own self-care. If you’ve ever felt burnt out, overlooked…
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I’m Not Confused—You’re Just Unhealed: Embracing My Growth Out Loud
In this episode, I confront the misconceptions and judgments I’ve faced while embracing my femininity and personal growth. Many label this journey as confusion, but in reality, it’s a testament to healing and self-discovery. I delve into how unhealed individuals often project their insecurities...
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The Silent Trap: How Pride Holds You Back & How to Overcome It
Pride—it’s the invisible chain that keeps you stuck, blocking growth, healing, and true success. In this episode, I dive deep into the hidden ways pride holds you back, from sabotaging relationships to keeping you from reaching your full potential. I’ll break down what pride really is, the…
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Breaking the Chains: Healing Trauma, Shedding the Armor
For years, I wore my pain like armor—literally. Dressing masculine wasn’t just a style choice; it was my protection, my shield from the trauma I never allowed myself to face. But healing doesn’t happen in hiding. In this episode, I open up about why I finally decided to seek help for this…
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Choosing Herself: Leaving a Stagnant Marriage, Overcoming Domestic Violence, and Stepping Into Her Purpose
In this inspiring episode, I sit down with [Laurinda Andujar], a published author, nonprofit founder, and international speaker, who shares her journey of self-discovery, resilience, and success. After years in a long-term marriage where she felt stagnant from always putting others first, she…
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What We Don’t Change We Choose
In this powerful episode, I dive deep into the reality that what we don’t change, we are actively choosing—even when we don’t realize it. I share a personal journey of struggling with my emotions controlling me, the impact it had on my life, and the moment I decided to take back control. If…
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When Anger Took Over: My Wildest Reactions And How I Regained Control
Have you ever let your anger take over and later regretted your reaction? In this episode, I share two real-life incidents where my anger got the best of me, leading to uncontrollable reactions that made me question my emotions. I’ll dive into what triggered these outbursts, the consequences of...
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Forgiving My Father: How I Reconnected After 22 Years and Found Healing
Forgiveness isn’t always easy, but it can be the key to healing and moving forward. In this episode, my father and I reconnected after 22 years. I open up about the pain, the process, and the freedom that came with letting go of the past. If you’ve ever struggled with forgiveness or felt stuck in...
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Be Patient with Yourself: Embrace the Journey, It Takes Time
In this insightful episode of Xenas Weekly Motivation, Coach Xena shares her perspective on the importance of patience and how it plays a key role in personal growth. Drawing from her own experiences and life coaching skills, she offers valuable tips on how to retrain the mind and build…
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Actions Speak Louder: How to Recognize Genuine Connections
Welcome to Xenas Weekly Motivational Podcast! In this episode, we explore the profound impact of the phrase "actions speak louder than words." Through personal testimonies and shared experiences, I share the significance of aligning words with actions in relationships. As a certified life coach…
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From Back Burner to Front Focus: How I Manage Stress and Prioritize What Matters
In this episode, I share how stress impacted my life when I constantly put things on the back burner. I talk about the challenges of procrastination and avoiding priorities, how that led to unnecessary overwhelm, and the valuable lessons I learned to take control. I also dive into practical tips...
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what is your Norm?
In this episode, we dive into how daily routines can shape your norm. Are your habits shaping you or hurting you? i’ll share a quick life coaching exercise from my life coaching tool kit to support you and breaking the patterns of routines that affect a negative mindset and negative outcomes in…
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Feeling exhausted?
Feeling overwhelmed or exhausted? Tune in to this empowering episode where we dive deep into the art of focusing on what you can control and letting go of what you can't. We’ll explore practical strategies for overcoming sadness and transforming your mindset, with personal insights and...
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With Wisdom Comes Sorrow
Join us on this enlightening episode as we dive into the transformative power of embracing challenges on the path to wisdom. Discover how the trials and tribulations we face shape our mindset and turn pain into purpose. Learn practical tools to transform setbacks into the foundation of your...
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The perspective someone always has It worse
Gain a new outlook on life with Someone Always Has It Worse.Join us as we explore stories of resilience, courage, and perspective, reminding ourselves that no matter how tough life gets, there's always someone facing greater challenges. Hosted by me xena this podcast offers insightful interviews,...
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What are your requirements?
Its time to Dive into the nuances of requirements versus expectations in my latest podcast episode. Learn how to navigate the differences effectively. Subscribe now for valuable insights!
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The lessons in patience
From a perspective of patience and impatience you find how to value patience and the growth that comes to the next level of you and your life. Tune in and see how cultivating patience can transform your perspective to achieve your goal with resilience and clarity.
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Empathy unleashed
This is Empathy Unleashed where we dive into the power of understanding with no judgement . Join me and explore testimonies of compassion, understanding and the transforming results of empathy in life. As we embrace the beauty of diversity recognize the value it brings to the world. Tune in and...
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Breaking the cycle
In this segment Breaking the Cycle I am dedicated to empower you to break the destructive patterns and embrace with open arms positive change. Join me and explore the journey of overcoming adversity, reclaiming your personal power, and getting on the path to fulfillment. Ask yourself Are you…
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From homeless to hopeful
Introducing From Homeless to Hopeful where the light shines on the journey from despair to gaining empowerment. Join me as i share my story of resilience, and the triumph over homelessness and addiction. From finding shelter to rediscovering my purpose, we'll unlock the keys to overcoming and...
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The present progress
In this episode Present Progress we explore how remaining focused on the present leads to significant progress in each of our lives. Join me as i go into the power of mindfulness, resilience, and purposeful living. Together we'll uncover the secrets to unleashing your full potential one building...
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We set the tone
The Daily Vibes your daily dose of inspiration to set the tone of each day. Get your ears ready as we explore practical strategies for starting your every day with intention, and purpose. From exercises for your mind to affirmations we'll guide you in creating the mindset that fuels fulfillment....
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Give from a place of love with no expectations
This is Heartfelt Giving where we delve into the elevation power of giving from a place of pure love and empathy . Look in as we explore the impact of acts of kindness, generosity, and empathy on both perspectives of the giver and the receiver. Through heartfelt insightful discussion we'll…
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Are you introverted or selectively social?
Grand rising and welcome to Introvert Insight where we explore introversion and selectively social behavior. Join me as we navigate the balance between introspection and social interaction, revealing the beauty and strength found in these personality traits. With thought-provoking discussions…
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About this show
Join me on this podcast as I dive into my journey through difficult moments and struggles, revealing the strategies I used to build a resilient, positive mindset and achieve self-love. Discover unique perspectives and practical skills to help you cultivate the same mindset. Tune in and explore the path to self-empowerment with me.
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Larrissa Esperanza
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