Do you have plans for reading this summer? What books are on your list? Danielle shares books that have had a lasting impact on her life. She also encourages you to share your reading list with her and others. Snippet From the Show There are some books that you can return to again and again because of the impact they have on your life. For episode shownotes, text GIRLFRIENDS to 33-777 or visit www.ascensionpress.com/girlfriends.

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Danielle is joined by special guest Maureen O’Brien to discuss Maureen’s new book Gather the Fragments: My Year of Finding God’s Love. Maureen shares how she came to write the book and the ways in which she has come to know God and understand love more deeply through Scripture. Snippet From the Show God not only gives us enough, but in fact, he gives us more than we need. For episode shownotes, text GIRLFRIENDS to 33-777 or visit www.ascensionpress.com/girlfriends.

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Do you struggle to stand up for yourself? Many women don’t like to cause conflict and tend to be reserved when it comes to setting boundaries or speaking out against things that are offensive or disrespectful. This week, Danielle discusses why this is so hard and ways to meet the challenge of standing up for ourselves. Snippet From the Show Seek clarity on what is just and what is charitable and how to find the balance between the two. For episode shownotes, text GIRLFRIENDS to 33-777 or visit www.ascensionpress.com/girlfriends.

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The month of June is devoted to the Sacred Heart, so there is no better time to chat with Emily Jaminet, author of Secrets of the Sacred Heart and her newest book, Holy Habits From the Sacred Heart. Emily shares some of her own stories of devotion to the Sacred Heart and ways that focusing on the heart of Jesus has changed her life. Snippet From the Show People want to find more stability in their faith. They want to find consolation and love. All of this can be found in Christ's Sacred Heart. For episode shownotes, text GIRLFRIENDS to 33-777 or visit www.ascensionpress.com/girlfriends.

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Do you struggle with worry and anxiety? We all do from time to time, but it’s important to know that God specifically commands us not to worry and not to be anxious. But sometimes that’s easier said than done! This week, Danielle shares advice that can help you resist the temptation to worry and instead choose to trust in God. Snippet From the Show For whatever good we want to accomplish in our lives, we must seek the help of God. We must ask for his grace. For episode shownotes, text GIRLFRIENDS to 33-777 or visit www.ascensionpress.com/girlfriends.

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Danielle is joined by special guest Keaton Douglas to discuss the struggle of addiction and how each of us can help people on the road to recovery. Keaton shares about her work with I THIRST Initiative. She also tells the story of her conversion and how she ended up working with those struggling with addiction. Snippet From the Show When we hold onto unforgiveness, it is like a poisonous snake lives within us. It is such a burden to hold onto resentment! For episode shownotes, text GIRLFRIENDS to 33-777 or visit www.ascensionpress.com/girlfriends.

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Are you ready to have another baby? Danielle dives into this question after hearing from listener Catherine who is struggling to come to terms with a new and unexpected pregnancy. Danielle discusses helpful ways to address the different feelings women may have in response to getting pregnant. Snippet From the Show You were made for this. It is not easy, but God will give you the grace you need. For episode shownotes, text GIRLFRIENDS to 33-777 or visit www.ascensionpress.com/girlfriends.

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How can we bring our faith more into our daily lives? Danielle is joined by guest Kendra Tierney who is the founder of Catholic All Year and the author of The Catholic All Year Compendium. Together they discuss the different ways you can make liturgical living do-able in your home. Snippet From the Show When you incorporate liturgical living into your home, the point isn’t perfection, the point is relationship and having conversations about faith. For episode shownotes, text GIRLFRIENDS to 33-777 or visit www.ascensionpress.com/girlfriends.

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How do you manage being a mom who works from home? Sometimes it can be very difficult to balance mom life and work life. Danielle offers six tips to help you thrive as a work-at-home mom. Snippet From the Show All things should be done for the glory of God. For episode shownotes, text GIRLFRIENDS to 33-777 or visit www.ascensionpress.com/girlfriends.

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Let’s talk about hormones! Danielle Bean is joined by guest Jamie Rathjen to discuss fertility, Natural Family Planning, hormones, and more. Jamie shares her positive outlook on these topics and provides a refreshing and realistic understanding of them. Snippet From the Show In order to accept that fertility truly is a gift, we must understand why it is a gift. For episode shownotes, text GIRLFRIENDS to 33-777 or visit www.ascensionpress.com/girlfriends.

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