Life & Work with Olivia Baxter of Chandler, Arizona

Today we’d like to introduce you to Olivia Baxter.

Hi Olivia, we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
My journey has been one of **transformation, faith, and purpose**, and it’s only by **God’s grace** that I am where I am today. I’ve always been passionate about **music**, using my voice to create and connect, but for a long time, I was **lost in sin**, chasing the world and finding temporary fulfillment in things that never truly satisfied. I knew of God, but I wasn’t truly **walking with Him**.

Everything changed when I made the decision to **fully surrender**—not just believing in Him, but actually **studying His Word, seeking His truth, and giving my life to Him**. In that surrender, **God broke my chains**, restored my heart, and gave me **true peace, love, and purpose**.

Alongside my spiritual transformation, my passion for **health and fitness** continued to grow. I’ve been working out for **over 10 years**, but two years ago, I turned that passion into a **fitness business**, helping others transform their bodies and minds through discipline and movement. I recently started having a love for food after overcoming an eating disorder by creating farm to table meals! I learned recipes and used my love for cooking to create. organic meals that I and my friends/family could enjoy.

Through it all, I have **organically grown my platform from 0 to over 350,000 followers**, and I use that platform to **share my testimony, spread the true Gospel, and glorify Jesus**. Whether it’s through **music, fitness, lifestyle content, or personal reflections**, my mission is to **lead with love, truth, and authenticity**—helping others see that true fulfillment comes only from **walking with Christ**.

Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
It definitely hasn’t been a smooth road. There was a time when I was making a lot of money, living comfortably, and indulging in the things of the world. But when I truly turned back to God and walked away from sin, I lost it all—He humbled me in ways I never expected.

I went from being financially stable to struggling, and my business wasn’t growing the way I wanted it to. I got too comfortable and stopped putting in the same effort, and as a result, my success slowed down. On top of that, I went through multiple breakups and loss of friends, which left me feeling broken and questioning my worth. I was hard on myself for what I saw as “failing”—failing in my business, my personal life, and the plans I thought were meant for me.

But even in the lowest moments, I knew to trust God’s plan. He was refining me, teaching me patience, discipline, and true dependence on Him. I learned that success isn’t just about money or status—it’s about purpose, obedience, and walking in alignment with His will. Now, I see that every loss was a lesson, every setback was a setup for something greater, and I wouldn’t trade this journey for anything.

A huge shoutout to God, my mom and dad, my sister, aunts, uncles and cousins, my boyfriend Myles, QMO and my good friends Noah, Liz, Joi, Jenna, KIDD, Lola (V), Luke,Tia and my Bible study family for keeping me on my toes, in the word and encouraging all my endeavors! Their support means the world!

As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I am a **content creator, singer-songwriter, fitness coach, and digital entrepreneur**, using my platform to inspire, educate, and spread the **true Gospel**. I specialize in **fitness, faith, beauty, lifestyle, and music**, creating engaging, high-quality content that resonates with my audience.

I’m **known for my authenticity**, sharing both the **highs and lows** of my journey—whether it’s my testimony, my fitness transformation, my creative process as a musician, or real-life challenges. I built my platform **organically from 0 to over 350,000 followers**, generating **billions of views**, and I use it to **share my love for Jesus, my music, and empower others in all aspects of life**. I also share my love for cooking and use my substack to teach others how to cook farm to table meals!

One of my **proudest achievements** is being able to impact lives—whether it’s through my music, cooking, helping someone grow in their faith, build confidence through fitness, or simply inspiring them to **keep going**. What sets me apart is that I don’t just create content—I **live what I preach**. I don’t chase trends; I stay true to my values, and my community knows that everything I share—whether it’s a song, a workout, or a message of faith—comes from a place of **genuine experience, passion, and purpose**. I also recently became a part of a storytelling podcast QMO, alongside my cohosts Montae and Leon; telling the story of those who impact the valley and the world..something I can’t wait to do!

We’re always looking for the lessons that can be learned in any situation, including tragic ones like the Covid-19 crisis. Are there any lessons you’ve learned that you can share?
Absolutely. The COVID-19 crisis taught me the importance of adaptability, faith, and true purpose, but it also came with some of my hardest lessons. When the world shut down, I lost my job, and for the first time in a long time, I felt completely lost. Instead of turning to God, I turned to sin, chasing temporary pleasures to fill the void. I thought I was in control, but in reality, I was drifting further from Him.

Eventually, I hit a breaking point and realized that nothing I was chasing could truly fulfill me. That’s when I made the decision to fully surrender—I started studying the Word, seeking God wholeheartedly, and letting Him guide my next steps. In that process, I learned the value of consistency and discipline, and I pivoted my entire life, building my online presence, creating content with purpose, and launching my fitness business.

This season of loss and redirection reminded me that success isn’t just about what we do, but why we do it—and that no matter how unpredictable life gets, God is always in control.

Pricing:

• Fitness training:1:1 Personal Training (In-Person) – $700/month Online Coaching & Customized Programs – Pricing varies based on program length and customization Special Offers: First-month half-off for 6-month & 12-month programs (2-3 sessions per week)
• Brand Collaborations & Content Creation:UGC (User-Generated Content) Videos & Photos – Starting at $250 Sponsored Instagram Post/Reel – Starting at $450 Sponsored TikTok Video – Starting at $500 Full Brand Partnerships & Long-Term Collaborations – Custom pricing based on scope
• Music & Event Hosting: Live Performances (Singing/Songwriting) – Pricing varies based on event & location Event Hosting (Influencer/Personality) – Starting at $300

Contact Info:

• Website: Live Performances (Singing/Songwriting) – Pricing varies based on event & location Event Hosting (Influencer/Personality) – Starting at $300
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thereallivb
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/olivialovesunicorns
• Twitter: https://x.com/oliviamariah97?lang=en
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thereallivb

Image Credits
David Garza