Ever feel hesitant to start something new in your spiritual journey? You're not alone! Join us as we dive deep into the transformative experience of spiritual direction with our guest, Certified Spiritual Director Deanna Bartalini.

In this episode, Deanna shares her rich experience and practical advice on:

• The Role of a Spiritual Director
• Overcoming common challenges in prayer and finding stillness
• Understanding what to expect from spiritual direction sessions
• Practical advice on choosing the right spiritual director

Feeling eager to start but unsure where to begin? Deanna has the guidance you need!

SNIPPET FROM THE SHOW: "But my purpose is to listen, to make connections, and to ask questions, to help people figure out what God wants from them." - Deanna Bartalini

"Sometimes people come to me, and they've never prayed with scripture, and when I ask them, how often are you quiet during prayer time? It's like, what? What do you mean, quiet? I have to talk to God. Yes, but when do you listen to him?" - Deanna Bartalini

WHERE TO FIND DEANNA? Live Not Lukewarm

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Are you in a mixed-faith marriage? How do you navigate the challenges of being married to a non-Catholic? How do you stay strong in your own faith while respecting your spouse's spiritual journey?

In this deeply personal and inspiring discussion, we share our own personal stories, struggles, and successes, offering invaluable insights and encouragement.

Whether you’re married to someone of a different faith or just curious about how faith impacts relationships, this episode is packed with wisdom and practical advice.

SNIPPETS FROM THE EPISODE: "The next thing I had to learn and respect was that we each had our own faith journey. And the way that we live our faith in Christ could be different. It didn't have to be the same to be good." - Lisa

“Lord, take away this desire for me to want him to accept the church. Lord, give me the grace to accept where he is on knowing you better.” - Shelly

FROM THE CATECHISM: This difference between the spouses does not constitute an insurmountable obstacle for marriage. Sincere married love, the humble and patient practice of the family virtues, and perseverance in prayer can prepare the non-believing spouse to accept the grace of conversion. CCC 1634 We invite you to⁠⁠⁠⁠ sign up for our email list HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠ to keep in touch!

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We need to stop feeling guilty for taking time to take care of ourselves!

As middle-aged women juggling numerous roles, we're discussing our personal self-care strategies, the pervasive guilt associated with taking "me" time, and why it's crucial to overcome these feelings for our mental and spiritual well-being.

From massages to meditation, and from making time for hobbies to embracing silence, join us as we share insights, laugh over misconceptions, and support each other in our quest to prioritize wellness unapologetically. So, tune in, unwind, and let's get inspired together.

SNIPPETS FROM THE SHOW: "What is wrong with doing something that inspires me, works my mind, that helps me grow closer to God, that lights me up and makes me a better person so that I can take care of the things I need to take care of. Why should I feel guilty about that?" ~ Lisa

"Do you not know that you are the temple of God and that the spirit of God dwells in you? I say that to remind you that whatever you're going through, whatever anxiety you have, however you are listening to this and thinking, I'm not taking care of myself. Right. Start somewhere!" ~ Shelly

We want to know! What ways do you practice self-care? (Bonus points if you do it without feeling guilty!)

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