Tolulope Olabintan shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.
Tolulope, we’re thrilled to have you with us today. Before we jump into your intro and the heart of the interview, let’s start with a bit of an ice breaker: What do the first 90 minutes of your day look like?
Music (self singing)
Prayer
Meditating
Exercising journaling
Hugging on my family
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I’m Dr. Tolulope Olabintan, fondly known as Dr. “O.” I’m a Christian wife, mom, and Board-Certified Primary Care, Lifestyle & Obesity Medicine Physician with over 14 years in medicine. I co-founded Livingspring Family Medical Center in Mansfield, Texas—a clinic built on compassion, sincere care, and faith, where we help people live long and live well.
What makes our brand unique is that “Livingspring” comes from the Bible, pointing to God as the ultimate source of true healing. I see myself as a conduit of that healing, blending science and faith in an atmosphere of joy and hope.
When I’m not with patients, you’ll find me singing in my church choir, teaching Sunday school (often the biggest kid in the room!), or spending quality time with my husband and two kids. I’m passionate about inspiring people to embrace wholeness in body, mind, and spirit.
Great, so let’s dive into your journey a bit more. What relationship most shaped how you see yourself?
My relationship with God—the God of the Bible—has most shaped how I see myself.
Left to the picture painted by my humble beginnings, the voices of nay-sayers, and my own mistakes, I might have assumed that “average” was the best I could ever be. I might have settled for mediocrity.
But in God’s Word, I see endless possibilities, even in spite of my flaws. I see grace, and I see the privilege of being a vessel—able to be used by Him to do great things, to bless others, and in turn to experience blessing myself.
The beauty of this relationship with God is that it begins and continues with simple faith and the willingness to walk in His way. That journey leads to true greatness—the kind that brings lasting joy, peace, and fulfillment.
Bible verses anchor me in this truth. “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” (Philippians 4:13) reminds me that while my strength alone is limited, His strength in me is limitless. Another verse, “When I am afraid, I will trust in You” (Psalm 56:3), reassures me that fear does not have to stop me from fully living out all that God has called me to be.
In Him, I find my identity, my courage, and my capacity to rise beyond what I once thought possible.
What have been the defining wounds of your life—and how have you healed them?
The defining wounds of my life have been words—words spoken by people who did not see the fullness of who I could be.
Teachers once told me, either directly or indirectly, that I would never accomplish certain things—certainly not becoming a physician. Over the years, comments about my physical attributes, including my skin color, also cut deeply. Those words threatened to force me into a cocoon of hiding, afraid to blossom into all that God created me to be.
I carried some of those wounds for decades, recalling them even into my 30s and 40s. They left scars. But I thank God for His grace and mercy, and for the people He placed in my life—my husband, mentors, and friends—who helped redirect my focus to the truth of what God has said about me.
Through His Word, I’ve learned that my mistakes, my insecurities, and even others’ criticisms are not excuses to shrink back. Instead, they are reminders to lean into my identity in Christ: to be salt and light, a city on a hill, and a blessing to others. Healing has come through meditating on His truth and through the examples of others who, despite facing negative voices, rose to the occasion and became conduits of hope and greatness.
The wounds are not erased—they have become scars. But scars tell stories: stories of survival, healing, and transformation. And now, when I see similar struggles in those I love, especially my children, I feel called to step in quickly and remind them of who they are. They are beautiful, worthy, and capable—not perfect, but covered by grace for the journey.
So yes, I have healed, though the scars remain. They no longer silence me; instead, they fuel me to shine brighter and to help others do the same.
So a lot of these questions go deep, but if you are open to it, we’ve got a few more questions that we’d love to get your take on. Whom do you admire for their character, not their power?
The first person who comes to mind is my husband, Olujimi.
I admire him because I get to see him behind the scenes—the real him. I’ve seen him when he’s joyful, when he’s frustrated, when he’s vulnerable, even in the everyday ordinary moments. And what strikes me is this: who he is on the outside is exactly who he is on the inside.
He’s taught me, by example, the true meaning of character and integrity. You can put on a face in public, you can rehearse your words, you can project an image—but real character shows when you’re under pressure. I’ve watched him respond with patience, humility, and love even when he’s provoked, disappointed, or when his ego could have been bruised. That effort to consistently choose what is good inspires me deeply.
From him, I’ve learned the importance of being the same person privately as I am publicly—authentic, real, and anchored in love for God and people. His character has influenced me as a wife, a mother, and as a person striving to live with integrity.
What I admire most is that he doesn’t seek applause or recognition. He’s not after the spotlight; he simply lives his values quietly and faithfully. And to me, that speaks louder than any platform or position of power ever could.
So yes—this one is a heartfelt shout-out to my husband. His character continues to inspire me to live better and love better every day.
Okay, we’ve made it essentially to the end. One last question before you go. When do you feel most at peace?
I feel most at peace when I rest in the reality of God’s Word.
When I meditate on His love for me, peace feels almost unavoidable—it washes over me. There’s something so freeing about knowing I am deeply loved by God. Verses like “The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want” remind me that everything I truly need is already provided in Him.
I can recreate this almost anywhere but I love practicing reflective meditation in nature—by the ocean, watching the sunrise or sunset. In those moments, I feel God’s presence in such a tangible way, almost like He’s giving me a warm embrace. And that reminder—that I don’t do life alone—always brings me back to peace.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.livingspringmedicals.com
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