Catholic Mom Calm

Sterling Jaquith
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Calling all Catholic moms! Did you know it's possible to do this Catholic motherhood thing without losing your mind? Parenting these days is so hard because most of us are doing it without the tools we need. I'm Sterling Jaquith, a homeschool mom to six young kids, a business owner and I teach busy Catholic moms how to have more peace in their lives and homes. Each week on the Catholic Calm Mom podcast, I'll give you practical tools for calming yourself down, discerning what God wants you to do, and making rock-solid plans so life doesn't feel so overwhelming. If you're a Catholic mom, you're in the right place. Life is about to get so much better! And if you love the content of this podcast, check out all tools we offer at www.catholicmomcalm.com.

  1. 2D AGO

    If Your Husband is Negative

    If your husband feels negative a lot, this video is for you. Maybe he complains about the kids.  Maybe he points out what's wrong more than what's right. Maybe you leave conversations feeling heavy, irritated, or unseen. In this episode, I'm sharing a mindset shift that has helped so many Catholic moms restore peace in their marriage — without changing their husband's personality or starting another argument. In this episode, you'll learn: - why "negativity" often isn't negativity at all - what your husband is usually asking for (without realizing it) - how to respond in a way that lowers tension instead of escalating it - a loving, charitable approach that actually works long-term This is not about excusing bad behavior. And it's not about silencing yourself. It is about responding with wisdom, clarity, and peace — especially when personalities are very different. I'm praying for you. Please pray for me. 💜 Sterling

    8 min

  2. 6D AGO

    What to do For Lent

    If you're a Catholic mom and Lent is coming up — and instead of feeling motivated you feel tired, overwhelmed, or quietly dreading it — this episode is for you. Sometimes Lent feels like too much not because we lack faith, but because we're already carrying a heavy cross. Pregnancy. Postpartum. Chronic exhaustion. Marriage strain. Financial pressure. Ongoing suffering that hasn't let up. In this episode, I talk about a different way to approach Lent when life is already hard. We talk about: Why not every Lent needs another sacrifice added on How God may be inviting you to carry the cross you already have more closely with Him The difference between suffering well and white-knuckling When adding prayer may be more faithful than giving something up Why Lent doesn't need to feel harsh to be holy How discernment — not comparison — leads to real interior peace This is not about doing Lent "easier." It's about doing Lent with God, in truth, trust, and love — especially in seasons where your capacity is limited. If Lent has ever felt heavy, confusing, or discouraging, I hope this brings you clarity and peace. 💜 Sterling

    7 min

  3. FEB 6

    Increasing Your Tolerance to Noise

    If the noise in your house is driving you crazy, you are not broken — and you are definitely not a bad mom. As a Catholic mom, you were never meant to live in a constant stress state, even if your house is loud, chaotic, and full of little kids. In this episode, I teach you how to increase your tolerance to noise so you can stay calm and grounded even when the volume goes up — without yelling, shutting down, or escaping into your phone. This is a skill every Catholic mom can learn. In this episode, you'll learn: - Why noise feels so overwhelming to your nervous system - How to raise your tolerance for sound without suppressing your emotions - How Catholic moms can stay calm in loud, overstimulating environments - How to keep your interior peace even when motherhood is noisy I'm praying for you.  Please pray for me. 💜 Sterling

    6 min

  4. FEB 4

    How to be a Good Mom

    If you've ever walked around all day thinking "I'm a bad mom" — this is for you. So many moms carry a constant, heavy belief that they're failing their kids. They replay mistakes. They focus on what they didn't do. They assume everyone else is doing motherhood better. In this episode, I want to gently (but clearly) tell you the truth: - You are not a bad mom - Caring this much is evidence of your goodness - Beating yourself up does not make you a better mother - Believing you're a good mom actually helps you show up with more love, patience, and peace We talk about: - Why the thought "I'm a bad mom" feels so convincing - How that belief affects your body, emotions, and behavior - Why shame never produces better motherhood - What to tell yourself instead — even if you don't fully believe it yet If you're a Catholic mom who wants more interior peace, more confidence, and a calmer presence in your home, you are in the right place.   I'm praying for you. Please pray for me. 💜 Sterling

    6 min

  5. FEB 2

    Calm in the Chaos of Everyday Motherhood

    Are you constantly worried — even about things you can't actually control? In this video, I share a simple but powerful analogy I gave a client that completely changed how she thought about stress, responsibility, and interior peace. As Catholic moms, we often carry weight that God never asked us to carry. We worry about outcomes. We worry about the future. We worry about things that are not actually in our domain. And all of that worry quietly steals our peace. In this episode, you'll learn: - Why worrying about the "mortgage" (literal or metaphorical) is draining you - How to tell the difference between what's yours to carry and what belongs to God - Why God gives grace for real problems — but not imaginary ones - How to let go of the background worry that never seems to turn off This channel is for Catholic moms who want more interior peace in their daily lives — in motherhood, marriage, work, and faith. I'm praying for you. Please pray for me. 💜 Sterling

    9 min

  6. JAN 31

    Lenten Spiritual Attacks

    As Lent approaches, many Catholic moms find that growing closer to God doesn't feel peaceful — it feels harder. Cravings intensify. Discouragement creeps in. Shame gets louder. Motivation fades. In this episode, Sterling sits down with Denise Jelinek (Weight Loss with the Holy Spirit) to talk about five common spiritual attacks that often show up when you're pursuing a deeper relationship with the Lord — especially during Lent. We talk about: Why spiritual attacks are a normal sign of growth, not failure The 5 most common attacks Catholic moms experience during Lent How fasting and sacrifice disrupt disorder (and why the enemy hates that) Cravings, pride, discouragement, despair, and self-reliance — and how they sneak in Why "white-knuckling" Lent often backfires How discernment, grace, and the sacraments change everything This conversation is honest, deeply Catholic, and grounded in the truth that God desires your holiness — not performative suffering or self-hatred. If Lent has felt heavy, discouraging, or confusing in the past, this episode will help you understand why — and how to walk forward with clarity, trust, and peace. Denise's links: 🎧 Her podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/weight-loss-with-the-holy-spirit/id1708433539 🖥 Website: http://www.weightlosswiththeholyspirit.com/ Join Sterling for our Mary's Heart, Martha's Order 6-week challenge this Lent here: https://catholicmomcalm.com/marysheart/ 💜 Sterling

    35 min

  7. JAN 30

    Mission: Interior Peace

    Today I'm sharing what I believe should be the mission of every Catholic mom: interior peace. We only get one motherhood. One season with these kids. One life to live inside our homes. And yet so many moms are measuring success by productivity, patience, or perfection—while living in a constant stress state. In this episode, I walk you through: - Why interior peace is a better measure of motherhood than "doing it all" - How stress shows up in your body and mind - The 4 simple steps to coming back to calm when life feels overwhelming - Why peace is evidence that you're walking closely with God - How to stay grounded even when your house is loud, busy, and messy Interior peace doesn't mean your life is quiet. It means your heart is anchored. If you're a Catholic mom who feels overwhelmed, on edge, or like you're always behind, this video will help you reset what you're aiming for—and give you a practical path forward. I'm praying for you. Please pray for me. 💜 Sterling

    13 min

  8. JAN 28

    God Gives You No Grace for Imaginary Problems

    Are you exhausted from worrying about things that haven't even happened yet? In this episode, I share one of the most life-changing truths the Lord has taught me: God gives us grace for the problems He asks us to carry — but He gives us no grace for imaginary problems. If you're a Catholic mom who feels overwhelmed, heavy, or constantly anxious about the future, this teaching will help you set down burdens God never asked you to carry in the first place. In this episode, we talk about: - Why God gives you enough grace for today's crosses - How worrying about the future drains your peace - The difference between prudence and spiritual dramatization - Why imaginary problems feel so heavy - How to ask the Lord what He actually wants you to carry right now If life feels heavier than it should, this episode may show you exactly why. I'm praying for you. Please pray for me. Sterling 💜

    6 min
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Calling all Catholic moms! Did you know it's possible to do this Catholic motherhood thing without losing your mind? Parenting these days is so hard because most of us are doing it without the tools we need. I'm Sterling Jaquith, a homeschool mom to six young kids, a business owner and I teach busy Catholic moms how to have more peace in their lives and homes. Each week on the Catholic Calm Mom podcast, I'll give you practical tools for calming yourself down, discerning what God wants you to do, and making rock-solid plans so life doesn't feel so overwhelming. If you're a Catholic mom, you're in the right place. Life is about to get so much better! And if you love the content of this podcast, check out all tools we offer at www.catholicmomcalm.com.

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  • Creator
    Sterling Jaquith
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    290
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2023 Made For Greatness, LLC
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    Catholic Mom Calm

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