Integrity Restored Podcast

In this inspiring conversation, Jim O'Day and Devin Schadt, Executive Director of the Fathers of St. Joseph, explore the virtues and vices that shape our spiritual lives. They discuss how small daily habits, faith, and understanding God's plan can lead to profound personal transformation and greater virtue.

1. Virtue is power in the middle
2. Visualize who you are called to be
3. Set your purpose and target in life

In this insightful interview, Jim O'Day is joined by Fr. Ken Schmidt to discuss his innovative book on addiction and prayer, the impact of betrayal trauma, and the importance of understanding childhood-rooted trauma. Fr. Schmidt also shares practical tools for recovery, including a unique prayer book that uses 12-step vocabulary, and highlights programs for trauma healing within the Church community.

1. Making prayer more personal helps foster healing
2. Healing often takes more than three years
3. We are beloved children of a caring God

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In this powerful episode, Jim O'Day and Catholic author, professor, and exorcist assistant, Dr. Dan Schneider, discuss generational sin, its spiritual and psychological implications, and how it influences pornography addiction. Dr. Schneider also shares practical and spiritual strategies, including the Liber Christo Method, to break familial curses and foster healing through his new book release, Sins of the Father.

1. Generational curse is inherited, not generated
2. Defeating demons brings glory to God
3. You may be the one to break a family curse

In this episode, Jim O'Day and Catholic entrepreneur and author Joseph Valentic discuss the call to sainthood and the key steps we must take amid our daily struggles. They explore Joseph's two books: Become a Saint by Succeeding in Business and Warrior Prayer Manual.

1. Spiritual leadership and growth are not linear, but forged through trials
2. Faith must be integrated into every area of life—even those that seem unrelated
3. Living our faith to the fullest, both professionally and personally, means incorporating it all times

In this episode, Jim O'Day and Mary O'Regan explore Padre Pio's wisdom for overcoming sin, especially pornography, and how his spiritual guidance can help us in our struggles today. They discuss Pio's miraculous gifts, his advice on avoiding near occasions of sin, and how we can invite his spiritual fatherhood into our lives through Mary's latest book, Padre Pio and You. 1. According to Padre Pio, the eyes are the organs that most often lead us into sin 2. Praying the Rosary and frequent confession are powerful tools against sin 3. Padre Pio can help you find community and support in your struggles

In this episode, Jim O'Day and Patti Armstrong reflect on the life of Servant of God Michelle Duppong—a modern saint in the making. Discover how faith, surrender, and love can transform our lives and how we can emulate Michelle's example in our own struggles. Patti also shares her inspiring journey from secular writer to Catholic author.

1. Practice the art of surrender and trust in God
2. Ask yourself, how can I want what Jesus wants?
3. Tell Jesus everything—all the time—because He wants to hear from you

In this episode, Jim O'Day and Fr. Allen Hoffa discuss the importance of sacrifice, courage, and emotional competency in addressing the challenges posed by pornography. They also highlight the need for community support, the role of the Church, and practical steps for men to embrace their emotional health and foster deeper connections with others.

1. Sacrifice is a key element in understanding the challenges of modern life
2. Emotional competency is vital for men to navigate their feelings and relationships
3. Jesus serves as the ultimate example of integrated masculinity and emotional health

In this episode, Jim O'Day and Fr. Allen Hoffa discuss the pervasive issue of pornography in society, its historical roots, and the cultural barriers that prevent open conversations about it. 1. Courage is essential in addressing pornography and its effects 2. Shame and fear are significant barriers to healing and open discussions 3. The Church has a responsibility to address pornography openly and clearly

In this episode, Jim breaks down Pope Leo's recent statements of warning on the increase in AI chatbot "relationships" and what we should be concerned about.

1. It is becoming increasingly harder to discern real people from chatbots
2. Faces and voices are sacred!
3. AI chatbots can become hidden architects of our emotional state

Jim is joined by Dr. William Lile (The Pro-Life Doc) to discuss how our pornified culture fuels abortion.

Please visit prolifedoc.org for more information and to book Dr. Lile to come to your parish, school or event.

1. "A patient is a person no matter how small"
2. A society where everything is disposable, leads to unhappiness and selfishness
3. This is a spiritual battle that we can approach with science