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

Building a Catholic Culture at Bedtime

Posted on: May 9, 2025May 19, 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 […]

Tips on Managing Anger: Finding Peace in the Midst of Frustration
Mental Health / Relationships / Womanhood

Tips on Managing Anger: Finding Peace in the Midst of Frustration

Posted on: April 25, 2025March 20, 2025

Anger is a powerful emotion. It can arise quickly and overwhelm us, making it difficult to think clearly or respond appropriately. Whether it’s triggered by stress, an injustice, […]

Interior Freedom in the Light of Easter: Reflections on the Hallow Challenge and the Passing of Pope Francis
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Interior Freedom in the Light of Easter: Reflections on the Hallow Challenge and the Passing of Pope Francis

Posted on: April 21, 2025April 22, 2025

Happy Easter Monday! Each year, I find myself holding my breath, waiting for that first glorious Alleluia at Easter Mass—the one we haven’t sung in over forty days. […]

Empathy Bots & AI Therapy
Mental Health / Relationships

Empathy Bots & AI Therapy

Posted on: April 11, 2025April 11, 2025

In an age where conversations around mental health are flourishing and therapy is (rightfully) celebrated, it’s easy to reduce it to a formula: validation + empathy + insight […]

The Balance Between Work and Rest: A Reflection on Sunday, Leisure, and Our Culture
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The Balance Between Work and Rest: A Reflection on Sunday, Leisure, and Our Culture

Posted on: April 6, 2025April 6, 2025

Normally, I post my articles here on Fridays, simply out of habit, but this week has been particularly busy. As part of my work, I assist with psychological […]

Surrender: This Lent I’m Giving up Anxiety and Trusting My Heavenly Father!
Mental Health / Theology

Surrender: This Lent I’m Giving up Anxiety and Trusting My Heavenly Father!

Posted on: March 28, 2025March 28, 2025

In today’s fast-paced world, anxiety and uncertainty seem to be constant companions and finding peace can often feel like an elusive goal. I, like many of you, have […]

Reconciling Justice & Mercy, Love & Suffering
Theology

Reconciling Justice & Mercy, Love & Suffering

Posted on: March 21, 2025March 10, 2025

With Lent, I am often reminded of how much it asks us to reflect on the delicate balance between justice and mercy, love and suffering. These are concepts […]

Lent: A Journey of Purification and Self-Mastery
Resources / Theology

Lent: A Journey of Purification and Self-Mastery

Posted on: March 14, 2025March 10, 2025

This Lent, my husband and I have decided to commit to the Hallow App’s 40 Day Challenge. In addition, we started watching Jordan Peterson’s production reflecting on Exodus. […]

Three Pillars of Lent: Prayer, Fasting, & Almsgiving
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Three Pillars of Lent: Prayer, Fasting, & Almsgiving

Posted on: March 7, 2025March 10, 2025

Lent is one of those seasons in the church calendar that can sometimes feel overwhelming. With all the emphasis on what to give up and how to stay […]

Lent: A Time for Sacrifice, Growth, & Joy?
Theology

Lent: A Time for Sacrifice, Growth, & Joy?

Posted on: March 5, 2025March 4, 2025

Today marks the beginning of the Catholic season of Lent, a time often associated with sacrifice, somberness, and reflection. Growing up, I was taught a version of Lent […]

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