Happy Sacred Sunday!
The day I sat down to record this week’s episode of the Bliss’n Up podcast, I was looking forward to sharing that my husband’s birthday happened to land on a Sacred Sunday.
But it wasn’t until I pressed record and glanced over at my Big Ass Calendar that I noticed something …
It was the 48th episode of Bliss’n Up.
And it was Orlando’s 48th birthday.
This fun little fact made me giddy.
In fact, these are the little synchronicities that I allow to shape what I call a magical life.
Notice my language here.
These are the little synchronicities that I allow to shape what I call a magical life.
This is important because a magical life isn’t all magic.
My magical life is filled with challenges, stressors, disappointments, problems, and painful situations, just like everyone else’s. But peering through cracks of the puzzle, there are glimmers of synchronicities — and I choose to pay attention to those. It’s the art of living with Big Eyes.
Marriage is no different.
You don’t stumble upon a magical marriage with the perfect human who was sent to this Earth just to make you happy.
No.
Marriage is full of ups and downs, harmony and discord, bliss and pain, troubles and transformations.
And yet, you can choose to notice the magic peering through the cracks of your puzzle.
That’s what we’ve done over the last 18 years, and it has turned into a magical life and relationship.
So on a day like today, a little synchroncity like my 48th episode landing on my husband’s 48th birthday is enough to remind me that this life is magical indeed.
As you step into this new week and close out another month, I encourage you to reflect on the themes of your own life and relationships. What moments of synchronicity or magic can you find amid the chaos?
This week’s episode is part reflection, part celebration, and part love letter to what it looks like to build a meaningful and magical life on purpose.
Tune in and let’s step into April together.
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Happy Sacred Sunday!
I can’t help myself! I was trained to do this.
What happens when life magnetizes you?
This push-and-pull dynamic fascinates me. How do we know when to lean in and surrender?
What does obedience to a higher purpose look like?
And how do we handle the unexpected lessons that show up when life doesn’t go as planned?
If you’ve been feeling a nudge or noticing something pull on your heartstrings, this conversation might be the one you need right now. Life has a funny way of calling us toward growth, and it’s not often smooth sailing—but oh, what beauty can come from surrendering to the pull!
This episode isn’t about having all the answers— It’s about learning to live with the questions and trusting the pull.
If that speaks to you, go take a walk and listen. Let it sit with you. Let it pull at you a little.
Hey!
Have you ever surprised yourself when you finally change something you thought you could never change?
There’s an adage that says, “A zebra can never change his stripes.” We’ve long believed that deep down inside, people don’t change.
But over the years, science has disproven this theory. Research shows we can change our brains, reprogram our minds, and reinvent ourselves — proving that we don’t have to be stuck on “that’s just the way I am.”
Even though I know this to be true, I help my clients make this their truth, and I have witnessed radical transformations — it still shocks me when I do this for myself!
This week on the podcast I’m talking about changing your identity when it no longer serves you and how I am tackling a part of my identity that no longer serves me — the fire-drill personality.
Some habits are hard to break and identities that are hard to step into. This one has been a personal challenge of mine for a long time.
That’s why I blew my mind when I recorded my podcast ahead of time in lieu of the pending Hurricane Milton. It was in the process of planning the episode that I found myself asking, “Who even am I?”
When you put your head down and do the work, one day you get to look up and realize how far you’ve come and how much you’ve changed.
If you’ve ever had a habit you want to adopt, a part of your lifestyle you want to change, or an aspect of your personality you wish you could change, this episode is for you.
Tune in and happy Sunday.
P.S. Our five-day RejuvaFAST challenge is starting on October 20th. This fast, which mimics the effects of a full fast while allowing you to eat, is an excellent reset for your mind, body, and soul. It aligns beautifully with our theme of October and offers a chance to enhance your emotional and spiritual well-being. Plus, the first participants will receive an “I survived rejuvafast” t-shirt!
Hey!
On this sacred Sunday, I’m thinking about our world’s interconnectedness.
How, if we pay attention, we find so many connections and commonalities with each other despite different religions, traditions, cultures, and environments.
We have so much to learn from each other, and if we set aside our biases and truly looked at the world through the lens of commonality, we would find much more that unites us than divides us.
I’ll give you an example.
This week I got to learn so much about Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year and this period they’re currently celebrating called “The 10 days of Awe.” So much of what the Jewish people are practicing in their faith right now is aligned with the “Close the Loop” theme I chose for this October.
While at first glance, I chose the theme from a time management, productivity standpoint, learning more about the Jewish faith inspired me to dig deeper into the theme.
By learning about their practices, it has enhanced the way I will approach the rest of this month for myself.
That’s what I’m exploring on today’s podcast, including some reflection questions to help you close the loops in your life and welcome a fresh, renewed version of yourself.
Plus, I’m sharing some uplifting news about my sister’s road to recovery from her recent amputation.
Tune in and have a great Sunday.
P.S. Our five-day RejuvaFAST challenge is starting on October 20th. This fast, which mimics the effects of a full fast while allowing you to eat, is an excellent reset for your mind, body, and soul. It aligns beautifully with our theme of October and offers a chance to enhance your emotional and spiritual well-being. Plus, the first participants will receive an “I survived rejuvafast” t-shirt!
Happy Sacred Sunday!
Are you the person who has a million tabs open in your web browser at once?
Do you ever feel like that’s exactly what your brain looks like?
Same here. 
The entire month of September, I looked at my life, habits, and circumstances with “simply soulful” eyes.
If you don’t know what this means, every month I choose a theme for the month and I use that theme as my north star.
By the way, if you find this a little whacky, you’re not alone!
Funny story, our five fingers were hanging out in our living room talking about something. I can’t remember what it was.
But I said something like “oh, yes, we should do that. That’s perfect for Simply Soulful September.”
My husband glances at me, then at the kids, and with his dry tone says replies, “No one talks like that, Caro.”
Orlando cracks me up because he knows I’m so quirky and he’s always making fun of me for it … but I know I plant seeds in his head and he’ll be doing something and suddenly think, “this is simply soul-full” 
The whole dynamic makes our marriage so fun. (by the way, if you haven’t read our 17 Tips for a Bliss-Full Marriage, I share tips to create this kind of dynamic in your relationships.)
I digress.
The point is, the simply soul-full September theme was an invitation to slow down your life …and that invitation sparked a realization for me …
It’s hard to slow down and savor life when you feel you have too many tabs open in your brain.
Those tabs are what I call open loops.
Every open loop is a decision, task, or project that is pending and consuming your energy.
Even if you try to ignore the loop — its lingering nature soaks up energy.
That’s why the theme I chose for October is …
Close the Loop October.
October often feels like the part of the roller-coaster ride where the suspense and anticipation before the big drop builds. (The big drop being the Holiday season).
Wouldn’t it feel great if you could close all those energy sucking pending loops now before you’re in the chaos of parties, traveling, and end-of-year planning?
That’s what I’m talking about in this week’s podcast episode.
This episode is going to light you up and help you be way more productive!
I’d love for you to write back to me and let me know your takeaways from this one.
With love and intention.
P.S. On to some exciting news! It’s time to close the loop on the raffle we hosted this week by announcing the winners!
Congratulations to Yazmin Moraleda, our first winner, who will be joining the RejuvaFAST experience from October 20-25! I can’t wait for you to experience this reset and feel the incredible benefits firsthand.
Next, I’m thrilled to share that Idy Nieto will be joining me at my VIP table for Luly B’s Spark event on November 5th, 2024. It’s going to be a day filled with inspiration, transformation, and meaningful connections!
And last but not least, the winner of the Spark of Bliss coaching session is Christine Madrigal! Christine, I’m so excited for our 60-minute deep dive into mindset, wellness, and relationships. It’s going to be a powerful session, and I can’t wait to work with you.
Thank you to everyone who took part in the raffle! Your support means the world to me, and I look forward to continuing this journey together as we close loops and create space for a more bliss-filled life.
Here’s to closing loops and opening space for what matters most
Hey!
I’m doing something so fun, and I want YOU to be a part of it! 
I’m hosting a raffle where you could win ONE of these amazing prizes:
- A FREE RejuvaFAST Experience with Caro and Dr. Sanchez – join me from October 20th – October 25th, 2024 for a 5-day mimic fast that will leave you feeling refreshed and reset!
- A VIP seat at Luly B’s Spark event – join me on November 5th, 2024 at my VIP table for an unforgettable experience filled with inspiration, transformation, and connection.
- A Spark of Bliss Coaching Session with Caro – a powerful 60-minute walking or zoom session designed to help you get clear on your path and ignite your personal bliss.
Simply leave a rating and review for the Bliss’n Up Podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and email me a screenshot.
That’s it!
This only takes a minute, but your review helps others discover the show and find their own spark of bliss. Plus, I love hearing what resonates with you!
RAFFLE DEADLINE
- Deadline to submit your entry is Thursday, September 26.
- Winners will be announced on Sunday, September 29.
Instructions for those of us who aren’t techie or have never done this before
:
On Apple Podcasts:
- Open the Apple Podcasts app.
- Click on Bliss’n Up Podcast.
- Tap “Follow” at the top right of the screen above the Podcast’s name
- Scroll down to the “Ratings & Reviews” section.
- Tap the stars to Rate the podcast.
- Tap “Write a Review” and share your thoughts
- Take a quick screenshot of your review and email it to me at admin@carolinedeposada.com to confirm your entry.
On Spotify:
- Open the Spotify app.
- Click on Bliss’n Up Podcast.
- Click Follow under the Podacast’s name.
- Tap the 3 dots next to gear icon and tap Rate Show
- Take a screenshot of your rating to email screenshot to admin@carolinedeposada.com to confirm your entry.
Your support means the world to me, and this is my way of saying thank you.
Let’s make this fun and help more people discover the bliss they deserve.