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Raise your hand if you've ever... Felt like God was near, but couldn't figure out what he was asking you to do. Questioned why if you're doing God's will, your vocation seems SO stinking hard. Dropped everything to help out a coworker, only to come home paralyzed by decision fatigue because you didn't touch your own to-do list. My friend, you are in good company! If you are a fellow book buying, course-taking, love to do all-of-the-things while often getting stuck in a state of overwhelm kin ...
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What does it mean to thrive? Why are you here? What is the purpose of your life? What is God’s will for you? How can you integrate the truths of the Catholic faith with the pursuit of optimal health? If you’ve ever asked yourself these questions, then you’re in the right place. Join Catholic Life and Certified Health Coach Jessica Castillo each week as she dives into practical ways that you can combine your love for Jesus with best practices of nutrition, sleep, exercise, productivity, posit ...
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Send us a Text Message. There is a difference between a spiritual battle and a natural battle. Yet, sometimes, it's difficult to distinguish the difference because they both can take an emotional toll. When you don’t feel well, it can be tough to pray. When you go the people you're supposed to be able to trust and you can’t find answers, you may st…
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever had a missed opportunity where you wanted to say the right thing at the right time in the right moment, but you utterly failed? Doing what is good and right and holy not just on a whim, but again and again isn't a pipe dream, but is a reality we can strive for. In this episode I am joined by Lay Dominican, Rose…
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Send us a Text Message. Do you ever wonder why sometimes you can work at a job and feel completely burnout one day and completely energized the next? In this episode my guest, Karyn Macfarlane is going to give you some new language to describe and understand how you can find more energy throughout the day in your work and in your home. Karyn, a coa…
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Send us a Text Message. Do you ever find yourself waiting for a change that will make things easy again? Do you keep thinking, if I can just make it through the weekend, things will slow down. If my husband would just make this one little change, I would feel like I could breathe again? If the joy in your work or home seems to have dissipated and y…
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#56 - What does it take to live an extraordinary life? A life that burns with meaning and purpose. A life that resounds both now and in eternity? The answer is surprisingly simple. It doesn’t take money or extra time and it’s accessible to everyone no matter what your circumstances are. In this episode, I’ll share what it is and how you can start l…
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Send us a Text Message. Are you ready for practical tips to increase your productivity? Whether you call yourself a high-achiever, a procrastinator, or a perfectionist, these word hacks are for you! This week I am joined by Beth McGrain Tran, a Catholic wife, mom, life coach, speaker. Beth explains the concept of "masks", which are beliefs we hold …
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#55- If all you want for Mother’s Day is a nap (and maybe for your kids to leave you alone) this episode is for you. Get the FREE Mini-Course, Guilt-Free Self-Care for Busy Moms HERE. While you might catch a nap or a little break for Mother’s Day, you probably know that that is just a bandaid solution when you’re dealing with serious burnout from t…
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever found yourself irritated by the quirks of your spouse? Are there days when you feel absolutely certain that they intentionally driving you bonkers? This week, I am delving into the complexities of marriage with special guests Jean and Colin MacKenzie. With over two decades of marriage under their belt, Jean, a …
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Send us a Text Message. “I’ll never be able to do that.” “Maybe I’m just not cut out for this.” “Everything comes so easy for her and I’m over here like a hot mess on fire. Sometime these thoughts are genuine curiosity and other times, we’re subconsciously putting ourselves down for not doing something as well as someone else. That’s right friends,…
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Embark on a soul-stirring journey with our latest guest, the renowned musician and spiritual guide John Michael Talbot. His life's symphony has woven notes from secular stardom to the peaceful refrains of monastic life, and now he's here to share the melodies of his wisdom. As the founder of a Catholic monastic community, John Michael discusses the…
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Send us a Text Message. This episode was made with love and prayer for all of my dear chronic people pleasers and over-doers in mind! Do you find yourself saying “yes” before it’s even hit your system what you’ve agreed to do? Sometimes, we say yes out of obligation, sometimes because we don’t want to feel the discomfort of refusing someone, and so…
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#053 - Ever feel like you're in a constant battle to achieve personal excellence while staying true to your Catholic faith? This week, I share a conversation where I was interviewed on Kylie Hein's podcast - Persistence in Prayer. This was recorded during Lent and we discussed how to navigate pursuing our ambitions and striving for excellence witho…
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Send us a Text Message. In 2018 Andrea’s whole world came crashing down around her as she discovered that her husband Austin would need a miracle to survive. Austin was diagnosed with stage 4 stomach cancer, leaving Andrea to not only care for him, but her children as well. Now, 75 infusions and 9 surgeries later, Andrea and her husband are changin…
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Send us a Text Message. Imagine you’ve been actively involved in your parish community for years and has been offered the opportunity to take on a significant leadership role within the Church. At the same time, you’ve also been presented with a career opportunity in your field of expertise that would allow you to make a substantial impact professi…
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Uncover the rich meaning behind the Christian belief of the resurrection and the glorified body, as my husband, David Castillo, with his deep theological knowledge, joins me to illuminate what awaits us beyond this life. We delve into Christ's post-resurrection appearances to envision what our future selves might be like and the profound implicatio…
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Send us a Text Message. This week I am joined by the brilliant, Jessica Castillo. In this episode she is going to walk us through what it means to truly be living out "peak performance." For Jessica, living as an excelling Catholic isn't just about physical or mental health, but the all encompassing aspects of our body and soul together. She is goi…
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Embark on a spiritual and physical renewal with us as we honor the Easter Triduum through a meaningful 40-hour fast, a tradition mirroring Jesus' time in the tomb. Together, we unpack the historical and spiritual significance of this period, exploring how this ancient practice not only fortifies our faith but also brings a multitude of health benef…
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Send us a Text Message. Are you the type of person who finds themself leaning on a shovel and praying for a hole? As in, you pray fervently for what you desire, but aren't sure about the work required to achieve it. Or, are you perhaps, the woman who's already dug a multitude of holes and you're screaming out to God wondering how many are left befo…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, host Kylie Hein invites you to not shy away from doing the hard thing as you approach the last two weeks of Lent. Drawing from personal anecdotes and lessons learned from her father and St. Joseph, Kylie explains life lessons that we can all benefit from as continue to grow in virtue. 1. Obedience to the wil…
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Unlock the secrets of your body's inner ecosystem! In our latest episode, we embark on a journey into the vast world of gut health. Discover how these microscopic organisms are not just passengers, but powerful partners in our pursuit of energy, weight balance, and mental clarity, all through the lens of our Catholic faith. We've all experienced th…
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Send us a Text Message. Do you loathe taking the time to sit and read your bible? Does scripture seem like an irrelevant and foreign language that simply isn’t applicable to our time? Or, do you love the word of God, but you aren’t quite sure where to start or how to fit it into your day? In this episode, host Kylie Hein, is joined by Julia Strukel…
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#049 - We all deal with stress...in fact "being stressed" is a somewhat ubiquitous lament for most people these days. But what if stress could actually be reframed so that it isn't such a bad thing? What if you could learn to master your stress so that it doesn't sap your energy and cause you unnecessary drama? In this episode of the podcast, I tal…
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Send us a Text Message. Human limitations can often feel like a heavy burden. You don't have the energy to keep up with all of the day-to-day tasks. You feel like there isn't enough of you to go around. You find yourself in tears of frustration because the high standard of excellence that you hold yourself to feels impossible in your circumstances.…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Kylie delves into the profound question of why we suffer, taking us back to the beginnings of creation. She highlights the original harmony between body and soul, emphasizing that God's plan for us was holiness and eternal life, not suffering. Kylie explores the impact of original sin on our nature, leading …
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Struggling to find that elusive equilibrium between tending to your family's needs and nurturing your spiritual life? You're not alone. In this episode, I sit with time freedom coach Kelsey Pasquarell for a candid conversation, where we peel back the layers on the complex interplay of service and prayer in the lives of Catholic mothers. It's a dial…
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever felt like you've lost your identity in the midst of parenting, work-life, or transition? Do you struggle with decision fatigue and feel like you have absolutely no sense of balance in your life? In this episode we take a step back from the busyness to take a big picture look at the whole human, both body and so…
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Send us a Text Message. Join me as I interview expert spiritual fasting coach, Beth Bubik. Beth helps hundreds of women lose weight permanently by teaching them how to Spiritually Fast in her signature program, the Delay and Pray™ Group Coaching Experience. She is on a mission to bring 1 Million Catholics back to the Church through spiritual fastin…
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#047 - Lent is sometimes treated like the Catholic New Years..because similar to New Years, its a time when we set goals and resolutions for things we’d like to change in our lives that will hopefully, at the end of Lent lead to us having a deeper union with Christ. But similar to when we set New Year’s Resolutions, we may find it difficult to stic…
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Send us a Text Message. Do you avoid things that might embarrass you? Do you HATE losing? Do you run from things that are uncomfortable or that you might fail at? In this episode we are going to teach you how to retrain your brain to engage in the battle of spiritual warfare as you learn to fail forward. Failure is not something that happens to you…
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#046- Are you feeling completely "stuck" and unmotivated in your life lately? Do you know that your current habits aren’t great, but you feel like you just don’t have enough willpower or discipline to fix them? Maybe you’re staying up way too late every night or constantly eating junk food or doing any other kind of self-sabotaging behavior all whi…
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to Persistence in Prayer, the show where do-it-all Catholic women with big dreams gather for engaging conversations. If you're a Catholic woman seeking a better prayer life but wrestling with time management, decision fatigue, and overwhelming tasks, this podcast is your haven. In this episode, Elizabeth Saenz and I …
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Send us a Text Message. Today, we focus on the transformative journey of purification and the pursuit of holiness. This episode delves into the phases of purification, both active and passive, exploring the acceptance of circumstances and character defaults. You may have heard the saying, "mind over matter". It's a phrase I always had playing on re…
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#045- If you are looking for more out of your life... More energy... Answers to persistent health challenges... More hope... Then this interview with Rita Johnson from Divine Mercy Nutritional Care may be extremely helpful for you! We talk about charting (aka, "the 5th vital sign"), nutrient-dense foods, and lifestyle changes that help us to live o…
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Send us a Text Message. Are you are high-achieving Christian woman who loves God, but sometimes struggles to love the way that you can't stop reaching for more? Do you... Want to know everything before everyone else. Want to be the BEST version of yourself Find yourself comparing your life/gifts/beauty to others Want to know all that they can about…
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#044- If you're like me, and you've been interested in productivity for a really long time, you may think that you've tried every productivity "secret" out there--but in today's episode, I want to talk about some powerhouse saints who have a few things to teach us about how to be truly productive! In this episode, I'll highlight 4 remarkably produc…
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Send us a Text Message. Take a transformative journey with Kylie and special guest Mara Pastrana this week to explore your supernatural gifts and their impact on the world around you. If you've ever wondered why some people are so good at teaching, caring for others, or how they can be so extraordinarily wise, this episode explains it all! Listener…
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#043- Are you stuck in a cycle of depletion? My guest on the show today knows all about it! Here's a brief description in her own words: " My name is Laura Dominick and I spent over 15 years in what I now call the Cycle of Depletion. I didn’t like it at all, but I didn’t know how to break out of it. About twice a year the cycle would come to a head…
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Send us a Text Message. Are you crawling into 2024 while the rest of your people seem to be running ahead full force? While the New Year is often a time of renewal and starting over, for many of us it feels like added pressure. We fee like we have nothing left to give and aren't quite sure if we have it in us to keep going with our current circumst…
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#042 - How did you do on your goals this year? If you're like many people (myself included!) chances are pretty good that you didn't meet ALL of your goals this year (and that's totally fine, BTW!) However, if you want to really knock your goals out of the park in the coming year, you'll probably want to avoid these 5 widespread reasons why many pe…
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Send us a Text Message. Do you ever find yourself saying everything is "fine" when really, it's everything but fine? Sometimes, our struggles are apparent to others, and sometimes, they aren't. Either way, we are not created to be held down by the chains of attachment caused by buffering our feelings with food, alcohol, or the daily scroll down IG …
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Send us a Text Message. This week, we embrace the beauty in the imperfect and find profound lessons in the unraveled moments of the Advent season. Do you know someone whose Christmas tree is still in the box or whose presents remain unwrapped, maybe even still on store shelves? Perhaps that someone is you. Whether you've had your gifts ready for mo…
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#041 - Do you ever struggle with doing the things you're supposed to be doing WHEN you're supposed to be doing them? In this episode, we tackle the vice of "acedia" (aka "the noonday devil") which is basically when we don't do things that we're supposed to be doing at any given moment. How is procrastination similar to acedia? Beth defines "procras…
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to another episode of Persistence in Prayer! Do you ever find yourself yearning for a day of pure relaxation, free from the demands of your bustling life? Well, you're not alone. In today's episode, we're diving into the art of rest – and trust me, it's way better than a nap! I often oscillate between two extremes. O…
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#040 - Mental health is something that we talk about a lot on this show and it's a critical aspect of your overall health that really can’t be ignored. And while there are a lot of lifestyle changes that I think anyone can focus on that will make a huge positive impact on their mental health–things like getting enough sleep, limiting alcohol and su…
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to another episode of Persistence in Prayer! In this episode, we delve deep into a topic that touches us all, whether we like to admit it or not: judgment. We've all done it, silently sizing up others or ourselves, but have you ever considered the weight of those judgments in the confessional? On a recent 3:00 AM dri…
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Send us a Text Message. Family events are such a blessing. However, for many of us, they can also be a bit daunting. Our space is encroached upon, our schedules are thrown off, and finding time and space to process the many emotions that come with the holidays becomes a challenge. In this episode I walk you through 5 ways that you can create space …
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#039 - Are you or someone you know struggling with drinking? In this episode, we explore what the AA recovery process is like and how it can be a conduit for God's grace. Catholic author Maria Riley joins me to share her story of hope and healing as she went through the AA process--and what incredible freedom and joy she has found on the other side…
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Send us a Text Message. Do you remember looking up to someone when you were a kid? Maybe it was a high-school athlete or a celebrity that you saw on TV. They may not have had any idea that you existed, but their actions inspired and moved you. Have you ever stopped to consider that others may be watching you in the same way? Even in your lowest mom…
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Send us a Text Message. Join Kylie and special guest Meritt Petrone. Meritt is a spiritual director at Roots and Wings Ministries and is a WEALTH OF WISDOM!!! Here's what you'll find in this episode: Debunked myths about spiritual direction - answered by a spiritual director! A story of surrender through chronic illness How to start your plan of li…
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Send us a Text Message. Navigating The Deliberate Day Do you struggle with making adult friends who are moving in the same direction as you? Are developing new habits a struggle? Are you lost in the midst of motherhood and looking for a sign of hope? This is your episode friend! Today I am joined by Brittany White and Tiffany Parke of The Deliberat…
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