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Building a Catholic Culture at Bedtime
Book Review / Parenting / Uncategorized

Building a Catholic Culture at Bedtime

Posted on: May 9, 2025March 20, 2025

As a mom, one of my favorite times of the day is bedtime, even though sometimes it is one of the most difficult times. When the mood is […]

Too Much of a Good Thing: Bad Therapy and Toxic Empathy
Book Review / Mental Health

Too Much of a Good Thing: Bad Therapy and Toxic Empathy

Posted on: February 21, 2025March 20, 2025

I was just scrolling through social media clips yesterday and stumbled upon a video of Stella O’Malley (a therapist I admire) talking about toxic empathy and its impact […]

Book Review: Julia Sadusky’s Guide to Talking About Sex with Teens
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Book Review: Julia Sadusky’s Guide to Talking About Sex with Teens

Posted on: December 27, 2024December 28, 2024

As parents, guardians, or educators, navigating the conversation about sex with teens can often feel overwhelming, awkward, or uncomfortable. Yet, it is one of the most important conversations […]

Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend
Book Review / Marriage / Mental Health / Relationships / Resources

Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend

Posted on: October 15, 2024December 28, 2024

In a world that is often characterized by busyness, emotional demands, and relational complexity, setting healthy boundaries is a skill that many of us struggle to master. Boundaries: […]

Book Review: Sherry Turkle’s Work on Technology and Disconnection
Book Review / Identity / Mental Health

Book Review: Sherry Turkle’s Work on Technology and Disconnection

Posted on: October 12, 2024December 28, 2024

Sherry Turkle, a professor of social studies of science and technology at MIT, has become a leading voice in examining the intersection of technology, human interaction, and self-identity. […]

Book Review: Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl
Book Review / Identity

Book Review: Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl

Posted on: October 10, 2024December 28, 2024

Viktor Frankl’s Man’s Search for Meaning is a profoundly moving and intellectually rigorous work that has resonated with millions since its first publication in 1946. Part memoir and […]

Book Review: The Mindful Catholic: Finding God One Moment at a Time by Dr. Gregory Bottaro
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Book Review: The Mindful Catholic: Finding God One Moment at a Time by Dr. Gregory Bottaro

Posted on: October 8, 2024March 20, 2025

In The Mindful Catholic: Finding God One Moment at a Time, Dr. Gregory Bottaro provides a unique and practical guide that blends the principles of mindfulness with Catholic […]

Book Review: The Anxious Generation: The Case for Limiting Social Media for Kids
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Book Review: The Anxious Generation: The Case for Limiting Social Media for Kids

Posted on: October 5, 2024December 28, 2024

In today’s digital age, it’s hard to imagine a world without social media. With platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat dominating the online landscape, children and adolescents are […]

12 Psychology / Self-Help Books Worth Reading
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12 Psychology / Self-Help Books Worth Reading

Posted on: September 17, 2024December 28, 2024

Self-Help & Personal Growth Marriage & Relationships Parenting Conclusion This list offers a broad range of books that address various aspects of self-improvement, emotional health, relationship-building, and parenting. […]

Book Review: It’s OK to Start with You by Julia Hogan – Navigating Self-Care and Catholic Identity
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Book Review: It’s OK to Start with You by Julia Hogan – Navigating Self-Care and Catholic Identity

Posted on: August 20, 2024December 28, 2024

In It’s OK to Start with You: A Catholic Approach to Self-Care, Julia Hogan, a licensed therapist and Catholic author, offers a compelling and compassionate guide for Catholics […]

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