A Thriving Catholic Podcast

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In this episode, I outline the "formula" that Catholic entrepreneurs can follow to achieve peak performance.  This is the exact formula that I share in The Thriving Catholic Entrepreneur's Roadmap, as well as the methodology that I apply in my group coaching program, Mission-Driven Peak Performance. 

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#037 - In this episode, I share an interview that I did with the lovely ladies at The Deliberate Day Podcast.

The topic was "Depression in Motherhood", but the conversation took a lot of different directions and I think it will be helpful for every mother out there--whether you're dealing with depression or not. 

In this episode, I share my own story about depression and the tactics and techniques that I've found helpful to manage my own mental health.

I also talk about how you can reach out to provide support to a fellow mom who may be struggling in a way that is both tactful and effective. 

We talked about brass-tack techniques to deal with immediate despair as well as what long-term strategies and mindsets are helpful to keep you from reaching the depths of depression in the first place.

I truly pray that this episode will be a blessing to you!

You can get the FREE Cycle Mastery Guide that I mentioned in this episode right here: https://www.athrivingcatholic.com/cyclemastery 

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#036 - If you've ever been curious about spiritual direction, or if you've ever wondered if you're actually making any progress in your spiritual life, then this episode is for you! 

I sat down with certified spiritual director Deanna Bartalini to discuss spiritual direction and progress in the spiritual life.  We talked about: 

• What spiritual direction is and what a spiritual director does
• How spiritual direction gives us a way to understand who we are and who God is 
• How the term "spiritual direction" is actually a misnomer 
• Signs and indicators that a person is growing in spiritual maturity/progress to God 
• The radically simple (yet often overlooked) way to get started in your pursuit of a deeper spiritual life 
• How life with God is a beautiful adventure--and how he always wants more for you! 
• Why you might need to take on LESS prayer practices in order to grow 
• And much more! 

You can connect with Deanna and find more resources on spiritual direction here: https://livenotlukewarm.com/

Thanks for listening! 

Get your Thriving Catholic Entrepreneur's Roadmap here:
https://www.athrivingcatholic.com/roadmap

This is the third episode in a special series for Catholic Entrepreneurs.

In this episode, I outline the exact step-by-step roadmap for how you can truly thrive in body, mind, and soul while building your capacity for excellence.

You can get a nice, printable copy of this roadmap in The Thriving Catholic Entrepreneur's Roadmap

Thanks for listening! 

#035 - Are you a caregiver?  

If so, the chances are pretty good that at some point, you've reached burnout! 

It's not easy to pour yourself into caring for others, but there is definitely a way to manage the demands that being a caregiver places on you AND take good care of yourself.  

In this episode, I interview Nicole Haugen who is a nurse as well as a Catholic Life Coach.  

She shares her incredible story of caring for 6 children, losing both her parents, dealing with financial stress, and working in hospice--all during the COVID lockdowns. 

Tune in to find out how she has learned to navigate all of the demands with grace and equanimity--and her best tips for how you can shift your mindset to "do hard things" without burning out as well. 

You can connect with Nicole here: https://catholicnursecoach.com/ 

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#034 - In this episode, I’m joined by Melayna Alicea, who is a fellow work-from-home entrepreneur, writer, editor, and health coach. 

We talk about anxiety: its origins, the need for discernment when it comes to managing anxiety, and even the role our hormones play in how we experience anxiety. 

Anxiety has many origins: psychological, physiological, circumstantial, and spiritual. We talk about all of them--as well as why you have to discern where your anxiety is coming from before you can effectively manage it.

You can get the free Cycle Mastery Guide that I mentioned in this episode here: https://www.athrivingcatholic.com/cyclemastery

You can find Melayna's Substack newsletter here: https://stumblingtosainthood.substack.com/

Thanks for listening! 

Get your Thriving Catholic Entrepreneur's Roadmap here:
https://www.athrivingcatholic.com/roadmap

This is the second episode in a special series for Catholic Entrepreneurs.

In this episode, I read "The Manifesto" for thriving Catholic entrepreneurs--and why it matters so much.

You can get a nice, printable copy of this manifesto as part of The Thriving Catholic Entrepreneur's Roadmap

The Thriving Catholic Entrepreneur's Manifesto:

I am a thriving Catholic Entrepreneur. 

I know that my strength comes from the Lord and I rely on him to lead me and guide me in my business and my life. I know that with God all things are possible, and I keep my eyes fixed firmly on Jesus while walking the path that he has set before me. By seeking God and his kingdom first, I know that everything else that I need will fall into place–including the success I most desire for my business. 

I recognize that God has equipped me with unique gifts, talents, and abilities in order to do him some definite service in this world. I strive to accomplish this God-given mission at the highest level possible–thus becoming the saint that God has created me to be. 

I strategically employ every means at my disposal to increase my capacity for excellence: 

I care for and maintain my body like the temple that it is–so that it supports me with energy and good health. I refuse to let myself burnout or become too sick and tired to do my best work. 

I use the best principles of productivity, leadership, and mindset training to grow in the skills I need to meet every challenge. I refuse to succumb to stress or let chronic overwhelm hold me back. 

I keep my eyes fixed firmly on Jesus while running my best race. I refuse to be a lukewarm disciple. 

I strive to grow in virtue, recognizing that anything less than holiness is failure. I reject mediocrity and embrace Christ-centered peak performance as a way of life.

I am a thriving Catholic entrepreneur.

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#033 - In this episode, I sit down with Developmental Psychologist Kaitlyn Kulda to talk about the importance of relationships when it comes to living a thriving and abundant life.  

You might be surprised to learn that strong relationships are a better predictor of long-term health than just about any other factor--including things like diet, smoking, or exercise! 

We talk about longevity, blue zones, and what makes for a long, healthy, and happy life.  We also talk about: 

• What role relationships play in our well-being
• The science behind relationships
• What our Catholic faith teach us about relationships
• The most important thing for Catholics to do and to know when it comes to cultivating good relationships
• The Loneliness Epidemic 
• How we can grow in the skill of developing good relationships 
• What social media is doing to our relationships 

Check out this episode to start improving your relationships today! 

Get The Thriving Catholic Entrepreneur's Roadmap: 18 Steps to Becoming Burnout-Proof While Accomplishing Your God-Given Mission at the Highest Level 

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Get your Thriving Catholic Entrepreneur's Roadmap here:
https://www.athrivingcatholic.com/roadmap

This is the first in a special series of episodes for Catholic Entrepreneurs! 

Why did you start your business? 

If you’re like most Catholic entrepreneurs that I know, you started your business because you wanted to use your gifts and talents to serve God and others.  

You wanted to do something meaningful that would impact the world, your family, and yourself in a profound way.  

It was about more than money–it was about mission.  

But chances are also good that, like many entrepreneurs, you’ve lost sight of that vision amidst the day-to-day grind of the seemingly never-ending tasks and stresses that come with running a successful business.  

You may have even accepted the secular vision for your business that tells you that in order to be “successful” you have to hustle and grind–and thus sacrifice your health, your happiness, and even your relationship with God.  

In this episode, I refute some of the lies of "hustle culture" and also outline what you can expect from this series moving forward.

Don't forget to get your copy of the Roadmap here: https://www.athrivingcatholic.com/roadmap 

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#032- It's time to get BRAVE.

In this episode, I interview Holly McIlwain, who is the "chief cheerleader" of the Brave Woman Project, where she encourages women to do one brave thing every day.

We discuss how brave action can look different based on your circumstances and how knowing yourself is the key to figuring out what your daily brave action should be.

Some days, getting out of bed may be the bravest thing you do. 

Some days, it may be having a difficult conversation, turning off your devices and unplugging, or doing any other action that scares you a bit.

We also talk about the importance of knowing your strengths,  what boundaries you need in order to perform at your best, and how to charitably and courageously live out your faith in an increasingly secular world.

You can get the books Holly mentioned here:

For She Who Leads: Practical Wisdom from a Woman Who Serves

For She Who Grieves: Practical Wisdom for Living Hope

Thanks for listening!