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Joined by my good friend Chantal Howard, we talk about the struggles teens face in this modern culture and a powerful new program called Catholic Finishing School for teen girls.

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Everyone knows moms are stressed, right? But does thinking that feel good or does it feel terrible? Let's talk about the kind of stress that's baked into motherhood and the kind that we can avoid. 

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The world is so loud and so now, more than ever, we need to quiet the noise in our minds and anchor ourselves to Christ throughout the day. 

Join us for Mary's Heart, Martha's Order. We start September 10th.

Whether you're struggling by not having enough money or finding it difficult to navigate making more money than you grew up with, this episode will help you figure out what your money story is. 

Check out my Money Course here!

Let's talk about the differences between Protestants and Catholics and why Catholics might seem more negative. How can we cultivate joy, awe, and wonder as Catholis and teach our children to do the same?

Oh, when the green monster rears its ugly head during the summertime. Let's talk about the three choices you have!

Ah, summer. The season we love and the season that turns us into fire-breathing dragon moms. Not this year, my friends! Let's adjust our expectations so we can limit our anger this summer!

Let's reimagine how we vacation with kids so we don't lose our minds.

When we ask great questions, get clear on our mission, make a really good plan, and love ourselves through the whole thing... it makes for a lovely time.

Join Christina Brown for a personal conversation about anxiety and how it can affect our lives in different ways. Together, they share practical tools to help manage anxiety, such as recognizing negative thoughts, using Scripture, and life coaching. They also introduce our upcoming "Anxiety Intensive" program for Catholic Mom Calm members, starting in July, which includes a workbook, one-on-one coaching, group calls, and a private Slack small group.

The program aims to empower women to manage their anxiety, and support their loved ones facing the same challenge, with a focus on community and freedom. This supportive and safe space is perfect for anyone looking to take control of their anxiety and enjoy life to the fullest.

We help Catholic moms quiet the chaos in their minds so they can hear the Holy Spirit and live with more peace.

Denise Jelinek and I talk about weight loss, the Holy Spirit, and A.I. as we introduce our special, one-time offer. 

If you want to join us or attend one of our Q&A calls, click here: https://weightlosswiththeholyspirit.com/breakthrough/

Are you totally failing as a mom? Probably not. Here's a good test for whether or not you're showing up for your kids. Have a listen!

I know you've been thinking about your kids but what kind of summer do YOU want to have? I think all moms should answer this question.

To join my Summer Q&A call on June 13th at 8 am PDT/11 am EDT, click here: https://catholicmomcalm.com/summerqa/

To check out our summer bundle, visit www.catholicmomcalm.com

We're gearing up for summer. How can you make memories with your kids without yelling as much? Let's get into it.

And if you still have questions, come to my Summer Q&A on Friday, June 13th at 8 am PST/11 am EST. Click here to sign up for free!

We often run to podcasts or books to "fix" ourselves because we think, deep down, that something is broken in us. But this desire always comes with a sense of panic and urgency. Instead, true and holy self-help feels calm and slow and it feels like a gift to the Lord. 

Book we're going to read in Catholic Mom Calm.

Should you get a pet? I talk about the questions I think all moms should ask before making this decision and I especially dive into the crazy amount of work it is to have a puppy! Enjoy!

Are you feeling super weird right now? May can you do that to you. It's as if someone spun you around and now you are dizzy going through regular life. Let's talk about it and what you can do to feel calm!

Check out our Screen Less program: https://catholicmomcalm.com/screenless/

If you're feeling exhausted, you might be overthinking. This is a crazy concept but one I think is so sneaky for modern-day moms. We LOVE thinking but I think it's draining so much of our energy. Find out what I do instead!

I'm on a crusade to get moms off their phones. I make a strong case for why this is necessary and how you can start thinking of your phone like cigarettes. Buckle up, this is a spicy episode!

To join us for Screen Less, visit https://www.catholicmomcalm.com/screenless

Here is my episode all about what it's like to have ADHD as a Catholic mom. I talk about medication and tools that I use to manage my ADHD.

Here is a link to my business podcast about being an entrepreneur with ADHD: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/doing-business-with-adhd/id1588484474?i=1000664246532

I make a special invitation to you to not use social media or watch the news for Holy Week. Join me in putting holy things in your ears and focusing on Christ as we lead up to Easter.

Coming at you with my thoughts about being a working mom and how my family actually lives!

Do you have really bad PMS symptoms? Let's get clear on the facts and how we want to think about those facts so that we don't end up being angry moms every month.

Have you ever had a terrible infestation? It's an awful experience. I talk about the steps we have to take when this happens so we don't lose hope that things will be normal again.

It is a great gift of women to sense other's emotions and to hold their hearts. But when we do this too deeply and carry it away with us, it drains us and isn't helpful at all. Let's talk about it.

Check out our free lenten resources for Catholic Moms!

Is your life super hard and making it harder for Lent sounds impossible? Don't worry! I've got a simple way you can grow closer to the Lord this Lenten season without adding more pain.

It's Ash Wednesday! What are you doing for Lent? Here are some really helpful ways to think about how we can grow closer to Christ in this time!

One of the reasons we feel crazy as modern moms is because we are often asked to be in two places at once - present with our kids but also planning for the future. Are you already thinking about summer? Let's talk about how we can manage this modern challenge well!

Join us for our Lenten Declutter Challenge!

Are you in a season of exhaustion? I didn't get much sleep the other night and it brought back all those post-baby sleepless months. Let's talk about how to coach yourself through that!

Things we love have a sneaky way of becoming mini golden calves in our lives. Today I talk about how we can identify things we're too attached to and learn to loosen our attachment to them.

Join us for the Lenten Declutter Challenge. 

Weddings, pregnancy, and the importance of letting God be in charge of your life. 

If you want to improve your sex life, check out Ellen's Catholix Sex Course here. 

God gave us a big surprise this month - we got a dog quite unexpectedly. It's been such a lovely gift to our family and one that was surprisingly difficult for me to receive. I share all about it in today's episode!

Check out our Lenten resources at www.catholicmomcalm.com

We're all so lonely! And the reason is... it's HARD to create community. I want to acknowledge that it's hard but I think we must fight for it anyway. 

Watch my FREE painful marriage course at www.catholicmarriagehope.com

If you're living through something abnormal and feeling weird... you're not doing it wrong. You're having a NORMAL reaction to an ABNORMAL situation. This applies to transitioning from Christmas to regular life, postpartum, post surgery, moving, etc.

Spending ten minutes a month doing a month end review is so powerful! It will significantly help you make improvements in your life. It's easy to do and fun! I highly recommend doing it with friends if you can.

Come join us in Catholic Mom Calm for 2025. 

The church has declared this a jubilee year of hope! What a wonderful way to step into the new year. 

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Merry Christmas (if you're listening to this on the day it comes out) and let's talk about how to create peace in the next year. I'll tell you the formula pray + plan = peace. Come find out how this will give you what you really want.

Click here to join us for Year of Calm. 

We're in the homestretch. You're doing a great job. You've got this.

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Moms have it rough in December. And as we're drowning, we often forget to think about husbands. What does that guy need this year? Let's bring husbands a little sparkle too!

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Sign up for the Year of Calm workshop and order your physical planner so you have it before January 1st!

Alright, ladies. We're in the homestretch leading up to Christmas. This is my love letter to you to help you feel seen and appreciated. You've got this!

And when you're ready for it... check out Year of Calm.

How many of you have planned on feeling disappointed this Christmas? Probably very few of you. And yet... so many of us feel disappointed at some time every year. I break down four common moments of disappointment and what we can do about them!

Today, I'm joined by grief coach Nichole Haugen. We're talking about how moms can take care of themselves when grief comes whether we see it coming or it's unexpected. 

To check out Nichole's website, visit www.nursegriefcoaching.com

Thanksgiving break is coming. Take a little time to do some planning so you don't lose your mind. It really is possible to enjoy Thanksgiving break with your big and little kids!

Check out my new Advent book on Amazon here. 

I had the most wonderful Saturday morning and I want to tell you about it. It gave me such a profound understanding of the good and the hard of motherhood.

Grab my new Advent book on Amazon by clicking this link.

I know we don't want to think about or talk about death but we must. It's a real part of living. We must live well to die well. Whatever you're worried about today isn't as important as your salvation. Let's talk about how we can think about death in a positive way. 

You absolutely do not have to be stressed in November and December. Fight the culture, say no to stress and yes to peace. I give many examples of how to do this. 

Click this link and come join me for my Less Stress for the Holidays program!

Be Merry: How to Advent With Losing Your Mind book on Amazon.

Past Holiday Episodes:

A No Disappointment Christmas

Black Friday Strategy

Home for Break Protocol

Deciding Ahead of Time (How you want to feel on Christmas)

Life is Too Short for Toxic Relationships

No One Puts Anything on Your Calendar

Intentional Advent

Being smothered by pumpkin spice-flavored everything? Every time PSL takes over, it makes me think of the C.S. Lewis quote I share on this episode. Our heart are made for Liturgical Living. But I warn you not to do too much and lose your mind!

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When we want to make big changes in our lives, we often look for huge leaps. Real progress is often done in baby steps and often with two steps forward and one step back. But it's still worth it!

If you're interested in joining my Catholic Marriage Hope program, click this link to read more about it. 

Click here to watch my free hour-long class for women in painful Catholic marriages. 

Be gentle with me. I have some thoughts about Taylor Swift and Halloween and I want to share them so you see how I make decisions about what I’m willing to listen to or do with my kids.