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Can Catholics Celebrate Halloween? A Reflection on Faith, Fun, and Family
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Can Catholics Celebrate Halloween? A Reflection on Faith, Fun, and Family

Posted on: October 31, 2025October 31, 2025

Every year as October 31st approaches, I hear the same question from friends and fellow Catholics: “Should we really be celebrating Halloween?” It’s a fair question — one […]

Review: How WalletWin Helped Me Heal My Money Mindset
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Review: How WalletWin Helped Me Heal My Money Mindset

Posted on: October 18, 2025October 18, 2025

Last year, I had the incredible opportunity to attend the National Eucharistic Congress as a representative for Ruah Woods, a Theology of the Body ministry that offers both […]

The Impact of Anxiety on Adolescent Development
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The Impact of Anxiety on Adolescent Development

Posted on: October 17, 2025October 18, 2025

Adolescence is a time when teens are supposed to be developing critical life skills, including self-identity, emotional regulation, and social competence. Anxiety can disrupt this process in several […]

Bluey’s “Rain:” Rupture, Repair, & Presence in Parenting
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Bluey’s “Rain:” Rupture, Repair, & Presence in Parenting

Posted on: October 3, 2025March 20, 2025

Bluey has a special way of teaching valuable life lessons, even in the most playful and seemingly simple episodes. Honestly, I could probably write a blog post about […]

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Embracing Your Worth in Christ
Identity / Mental Health

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Embracing Your Worth in Christ

Posted on: September 19, 2025March 20, 2025

Imposter Syndrome is a term that resonates with many of us, whether we’re climbing the career ladder, starting a new project, or pursuing a dream. It’s that gnawing […]

Catholic Movie Reviews: K-Pop Demon Hunters Round Two
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Catholic Movie Reviews: K-Pop Demon Hunters Round Two

Posted on: August 21, 2025August 21, 2025

So… my husband and I may have watched K-Pop Demon Hunters a few more times since my last review—and yes, the soundtrack has been on repeat in our […]

Sincerely, Stoneheart: Unmasking Digital Distractions and Reclaiming Community
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Sincerely, Stoneheart: Unmasking Digital Distractions and Reclaiming Community

Posted on: August 15, 2025August 15, 2025

Imagine a modern-day rendition of The Screwtape Letters, but instead of a male skeptic, it highlights the heart of a Christian woman navigating life in 2025. That’s exactly […]

Tools to Keep Media Safe in Your Home
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Tools to Keep Media Safe in Your Home

Posted on: August 1, 2025March 20, 2025

In an age where digital media is an integral part of daily life, understanding and controlling the content we consume has become more important than ever. Whether it’s […]

Life-Giving Wounds and Their Book for Adult Children of Divorce
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Life-Giving Wounds and Their Book for Adult Children of Divorce

Posted on: July 18, 2025October 24, 2025

Divorce is a painful experience, and its effects can linger far beyond childhood. As adult children of divorced parents, many of us carry unaddressed wounds from our past […]

Catholic Movie Review: K-Pop Demon Hunters
Media / Theology

Catholic Movie Review: K-Pop Demon Hunters

Posted on: July 8, 2025July 8, 2025

Last night, my husband and I sat down and watched K-Pop Demon Hunters—half out of curiosity, half expecting a high-energy, over-the-top action cross between Into the Spiderverse and Scott […]

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