Sleep Expert Olivia Arezzolo on Therapy, Healing and the Ayahuasca Retreat That Saved Her Life

<p>In this raw and redemptive episode, <strong>Olivia Arezzolo</strong> — sleep expert, author, and wellness advocate — opens up about her extraordinary journey from despair to deep healing.</p><p>From a lonely childhood and years of depression, bullying, and eating disorders that saw her hospitalised, Olivia’s story is one of survival, awakening, and self-love. She shares the pivotal moment she decided <em>“I deserve more than this”</em> and the practices, therapies, and spiritual experiences that helped her rebuild her life — from intensive group therapy and meditation to a life-changing Ayahuasca journey in Costa Rica.</p><p>Now a respected voice in holistic health, Olivia talks candidly with <strong>Sigourney </strong>about turning pain into purpose, the science of sleep, and her daily rituals for staying grounded, productive, and present. Expect a deeply human conversation about recovery, routine, and the radical act of choosing yourself — every single day.</p><p>🎙 <strong>In this episode:</strong></p><ul><li><p>How early trauma and family dynamics shaped Olivia’s fierce independence<br></p></li><li><p>Her teenage battle with depression, bulimia, and anorexia — and what finally helped her recover<br></p></li><li><p>The therapeutic breakthroughs that rewired her relationship with herself<br></p></li><li><p>The Ayahuasca experience that transformed her outlook on love, fear, and purpose<br></p></li><li><p>Her science-backed sleep and morning rituals (including why she swears by a <em>three-hour morning routine</em>)<br></p></li><li><p>How to build true wellness from the inside out<br></p></li></ul><p>📺 <em>Beautiful Inside by Beauticate</em> is hosted by <strong>Sigourney Cantelo</strong>, founder of Beauticate, award-winning beauty journalist, and former <em>Vogue Australia</em> Beauty Director.</p><p>Thank you to our sponsor mesoestetic: the Spanish scientifically-formulated skincare brand trusted by doctors and dermal therapists worldwide.</p><p>Known for their globally renowned Cosmelan® treatment for hyperpigmentation and cult-favourite mesoprotech Melan 130 SPF 50+, the brand also has a host of dermal solutions for  products for aging, acne and sensitive skin. </p><p>The Beauticate community can shop their extensive range with <strong>20% off using the code BEAUTICATE</strong> at<a href="https://mesoestetic.com.au" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> mesoestetic.com.au</a>.</p><p>Follow<a href="https://www.instagram.com/mesoestetic.australia" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> @mesoestetic.australia</a> to see their incredible products in action.</p><p><strong>Follow &amp; Subscribe</strong></p><p>🎙 Listen &amp; Watch:<a href="https://beauticate.com/vodcast" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> beauticate.com/vodcast</a></p><p>📱 Follow Beauticate:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/beauticate" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> @beauticate</a></p><p>💫 Follow Sigourney:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/sigourneycantelo" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> @sigourneycantelo</a></p>