Girlfriends (A Podcast for Catholic Women‪)‬ Danielle Bean

In this episode, Rachel Balducci and I discuss the importance of female friendships and the changes that occur in marriage over time. We emphasize the need for intentional nurturing of married relationships outside of the demands of raising children and talk about the importance of personal growth and spirituality in maintaining a strong marriage. We discuss the need to make time for personal prayer and share how contemplative prayer can change everything. Rachel is just the best! I know you are going to enjoy this conversation as much as I did.
Takeaways
* Female friendships are important for support, encouragement, and affirmation in the unique paths of womanhood.
* Marriage goes through changes over time, and it is important to be intentional in nurturing the relationship outside of the demands of raising children.
* Personal growth and spirituality are essential for a strong marriage.
* Making time for marriage and personal growth requires intentional time management and prioritization. Be at peace with the season of life you are in and avoid comparing yourself to others.
* Make time for personal prayer and find a prayer style that resonates with you.
* Schedule time for prayer and ask God to help you desire prayer.
* Connect with your spouse and find special moments to spend time together.
* Support and be on the same team as your spouse.
* Work on your own issues and avoid always blaming your spouse for problems in the relationship.
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This week’s podcast is a little different because this was recorded in a live Zoom session where I answered your questions. In this Q&A, we discussed so many things! From raising teenagers to handling feelings of envy, from making time for daily prayer to pursuing work as a writer.
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Do you have a bad habit you want to break? Spending to much time on social media? eating junk food? Gossiping? We all struggle with these things. In fact, I begin this week’s episode with a confession of my own about Instagram. UGH! So I’m sharing ideas for ways to break a bad habit. We emphasize the importance of setting triggers, understanding the reasons behind the habit, and replacing it with a healthier alternative. We also encourage seeking support, leaving reminders, and being patient with yourself as you make progress toward your goals.




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Marie Miller, a multifaceted artist and speaker, joins me on Girlfriends to discuss her second independent release, The Way of Love. She also talks about her experience as a Catholic musician in today's culture and the challenges and joys of balancing work and family life. Marie's album is inspired by St. Therese of Lisieux, and she encourages listeners to grow in their relationship with the saints.
Marie also shares her songwriting process and how she incorporates the teachings of the Church into her music. At the end of the show, we get a sneak-preview listen to Marie’s new song, The Way of Love!



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This week, we emphasize that procrastination is a common experience and should not be a source of guilt or self-judgment. Procrastination can cause anxiety, limit opportunities, and negatively affect relationships. To combat procrastination, I suggest doing the hard thing first, rewarding oneself for progress, holding oneself accountable, taking breaks, removing distractions, and taking action. I also address a listener's question about feeling overwhelmed by household chores and offer advice on establishing routines and involving children in chores.
Takeaways
* Procrastination is a common experience and should not be a source of guilt or self-judgment.
* Procrastination can cause anxiety, limit opportunities, and negatively affect relationships.
* To combat procrastination, do the hard thing first, reward yourself for progress, hold yourself accountable, take breaks, remove distractions, and take action.
* Establishing routines and involving children in household chores can help alleviate feelings of overwhelm.


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In this episode, Danielle Bean interviews Liz Lantigua, the founder of Good News Book Fair, a company that provides curated book fairs for schools. They discuss the importance of screening books for children, the impact of reading on a child's imagination, and ways to make reading fun during the summer. Liz shares her journey from being a news reporter to starting a book fair company and emphasizes the need for wholesome and engaging books for children. She also addresses the misconception of banned books and highlights the responsibility of parents and teachers in selecting appropriate books for children.

Takeaways
Screening books for children is important to ensure they are age-appropriate and align with family values.Reading helps develop a child's imagination and an have a positive impact on their emotional well-being.Making reading fun during the summer can help prevent the 'summer slide' and keep children engaged with books.Good News Book Fair provides curated book fairs for schools, offering a wide selection of wholesome and engaging books for children.The idea of banned books is a marketing ploy, and it is the responsibility of parents and teachers to select appropriate books for children.

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