In a world that often champions the ideal, it’s easy to fall into the trap of perfectionism—the belief that only flawless outcomes are worthy of our time and […]
The Performative Nature of Gender: Judith Butler, Insecurity, and the Struggle for Authenticity
Judith Butler’s gender theory, particularly her concept of gender performativity, has been widely influential in both academic and popular circles. Butler argues that gender is not an innate […]
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Embracing Your Worth in Christ
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 Review: Swansong
Swansong (2021), written and directed by Benjamin Cleary, is a thought-provoking science fiction film that explores themes of identity, self-sacrifice, and the nature of life and death. At […]
Behind the Screen: Why Social Media Might Be Doing More Harm Than Good
In today’s digital age, cell phones and social media have become a pervasive part of everyday life, especially for teenagers. While these technologies offer opportunities for connection, learning, […]
Life-Giving Wounds and Their New Book for Adult Children of Divorce
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 […]
New Eve Foundation: Formation in Femininity
This morning, about an hour ago, I had the lovely opportunity to sit with Emily Vork Young over coffee and discuss what it means to be a woman […]
The Catholic Bookworm: Gender Ideology and Pastoral Practice
This morning, I joined Dr. Andrew Sodergren on Kiki Latimer’s The Catholic Bookwork podcast to discuss our contribution to Gender Ideology and Pastoral Practice: A Handbook for Catholic […]
Book Review: A Place to Belong: Letters from Catholic Women
In A Place to Belong: Letters from Catholic Women, edited by Corynne Staresinic, curates a beautiful collection of personal stories, reflections, and letters written by Catholic women from […]
Book Review: Sherry Turkle’s Work on Technology and Disconnection
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. […]