The Catholic Coaching Podcast

Erin and Matt Ingold
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The Catholic Coaching Podcast

When we encountered New Age philosophies in Life Coaching that ran counter to our Christian beliefs, we decided to take the best practices of Life Coaching and infuse them with the rich traditions of our Catholic Faith. We're Matt and Erin Ingold, Catholic coaches and the founders of Metanoia Catholic, our Catholic Life Coaching Company. Join us as we share practical coaching tips to being transformed by the renewing of your mind so that you can be free to discover and choose your greatest calling in life.

  1. 1D AGO

    245. Feeling Stuck in Worry? Here’s How to Break Free and Start Living

    Worry feels like it’s helping, but it’s actually stealing your peace, clouding your judgment, and stopping you from living the abundant life God has for you. In this episode of The Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin unpack what worry really is (hint: it’s not an emotion), why it persists, and what Scripture and the Church actually teach about it. They’ll walk you through: What worry actually is and where it comes fromWhy it’s not just “normal” but something you can changeKey teachings from Jesus, the Catechism, and the saints3 common lies that keep us stuck in worry5 practical strategies to stop worrying and start livingWhether you’re a Catholic coach, a parent, a leader, or someone who just wants to stop spinning in fear, this episode gives you a clear path forward rooted in faith, reason, and real spiritual growth. Ready to stop letting fear run the show? Press play. Send us a text Support the show ____________________ ► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel! ► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU? ► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL! This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts. ► JOIN THE ACADEMY! Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership. ____________________ ► SUBSCRIBE TO THE CATHOLIC COACHING PODCAST Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Amazon Music Castbox Stitcher ____________________ ...

    45 min

  2. MAY 14

    244. Slow to Start, Unstoppable to Finish: The Phlegmatic Client Journey

    Phlegmatic clients are calm, steady, and deeply relational, but they can also resist pressure, avoid decisions, and struggle with motivation. In this episode, Matt and Erin wrap up their temperaments coaching series with practical insights on how to effectively coach the most consistent (and often misunderstood) temperament. Whether you're a Catholic coach, parent, spiritual director, or mentor, this conversation will help you: Avoid the most common mistakes coaches make with phlegmatic clientsEncourage action without pressure or guiltSet small, achievable goals that lead to real momentumRecognize the hidden motivations that actually workCreate a safe space that builds trust, not resistanceDownload our free Temperament Assessment and guides! Want to become a Mission Coach? Our brand-new training helps you accompany others with clarity and confidence. Details here! Like this episode? Don’t forget to subscribe and share it with someone who coaches, leads, or loves a phlegmatic. Your support helps more people find these life-changing tools. Send us a text Support the show ____________________ ► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel! ► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU? ► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL! This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts. ► JOIN THE ACADEMY! Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership. ____________________ ► SUBSCRIBE TO THE CATHOLIC COACHING PODCAST Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Amazon Music Castbox Stitcher ____________________ ...

    44 min

  3. MAY 7

    243. Melancholic Clients Need This (Even if They Don’t Ask for It)

    Melancholic clients bring deep thought, rich interior lives, and powerful potential for transformation, but only if you know how to coach them well. In this episode of The Catholic Coaching Podcast, we walk you through the do’s and don’ts of coaching the melancholic temperament. Whether you're a Catholic mindset coach, spiritual director, mentor, teacher, or parent, this episode will help you guide your clients (or loved ones) without overwhelming them or triggering their perfectionism. Learn how to: Avoid common mistakes when coaching melancholicsHelp clients get out of their heads and into practical actionGuide reflective clients through indecision and emotional processingUse tools like visualization, journaling, and “thought recon”Celebrate real growth instead of chasing unreachable idealsThis episode is especially useful if you’ve got clients prone to overthinking, indecision, or emotional overwhelm, and you're not sure how to move them forward without pushing too hard. Want to go deeper? Take our FREE Catholic Temperament Assessment to better understand your clients, and yourself. Interested in becoming a certified Catholic Mindset Coach? Download the brochure at catholiccoaching.com to explore our professional-level Catholic Coach Certification. Send us a text Support the show ____________________ ► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel! ► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU? ► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL! This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts. ► JOIN THE ACADEMY! Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership. ____________________ ► SUBSCRIBE TO THE CATHOLIC COACHING PODCAST Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Amazon Music Castbox Stitcher ____________________ ...

    39 min

  4. APR 30

    242. Practical Tips for Coaching Clients Who Just Want to Have Fun

    Most coaches don’t fail because they don’t care. They fail because they don’t know who they’re coaching. If you're mentoring, forming, or coaching someone without first understanding their temperament, especially if they’re sanguine, you’re unintentionally creating friction, not transformation. In this episode, Matt and Erin break down the five biggest mistakes coaches make with sanguine clients, and what to do instead. You’ll learn: Why rigid structure shuts sanguines downHow to guide without overwhelming or talking over themSimple techniques to build trust, deepen reflection, and drive follow-throughThe real reason small wins matter more than deep insights for this temperamentThis isn’t about tailoring to comfort. It’s about forming people effectively by meeting them where they are, and calling them higher. Get started now by taking our free Temperament Assessment Grab the Catholic Journal Here! Subscribe. Like. Share this with someone who forms hearts for a living. Send us a text Support the show ____________________ ► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel! ► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU? ► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL! This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts. ► JOIN THE ACADEMY! Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership. ____________________ ► SUBSCRIBE TO THE CATHOLIC COACHING PODCAST Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Amazon Music Castbox Stitcher ____________________ ...

    35 min

  5. APR 23

    241. The #1 Communication Trick to WIN Over Choleric Clients

    Do your clients ever feel hard to reach, like your coaching isn’t landing? You might not be doing anything wrong. You just might be speaking the wrong temperament language. In this episode of The Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin kick off a new series on Coaching Through the Temperaments, starting with how to effectively coach a choleric. They unpack five critical don’ts and five high-impact do’s that can radically transform your sessions with choleric clients. From embracing direct communication to establishing structure without micromanagement, you'll learn how to challenge with respect, lead with clarity, and help them move from emotional resistance to purposeful action. Whether you're a Catholic coach, mentor, spiritual director, or parish leader, if you're walking with people toward mission, you need these tools. Drop a comment if you've coached a choleric client before, what worked (or didn’t)? Get started now by taking our free Temperament Assessment Join the Catholic Coach Masterclass – Just $25 for 5 days of live training Subscribe, and turn on notifications to catch the rest of the series. Send us a text Support the show ____________________ ► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel! ► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU? ► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL! This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts. ► JOIN THE ACADEMY! Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership. ____________________ ► SUBSCRIBE TO THE CATHOLIC COACHING PODCAST Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Amazon Music Castbox Stitcher ____________________ ...

    38 min

  6. APR 16

    240. How Messy Catholic Parenting Might Be Exactly What Your Family Needs

    How do you parent with your temperament, not against it? How do you speak identity over your kids in a world quick to label and criticize? In this rich, joy-filled conversation, Catholic Coaches Matt and Erin Ingold sit down with Mike and Alicia Hernon of the Messy Family Project to unpack the power of temperament-aware parenting, building strong marriages, and running a ministry as a couple without losing the heart of your home. With over 30 years of marriage, 10 children, and a full-time apostolate, the Hernons offer wisdom from the trenches—on everything from coaching your kids with compassion, to honoring your own design as a parent, to creating intentional family culture rooted in love, joy, and spiritual leadership. You’ll discover: • Why understanding your temperament can radically transform your parenting • How to raise kids who know their identity, belong deeply, and live with purpose • What every Catholic couple needs to know before working together in ministry • How to build a marriage that outlasts the mission What part of your temperament has challenged you most as a parent? Let us know in the comments! Don’t miss the invitation to their upcoming Catholic Couples Getaway featuring Art and Lorraine Bennett. Learn more and register at: https://catholiccouplesgetaway.com/ Related Links: Messy Family Project + Bennett Interview Catholic Couples Getaway Info FREE RESOURCES: Download the Parenting by Temperaments Quick Guide Take the Temperament Assessment (for you and your child) Ready to work on your mindset with a Catholic coach? Join The Academy (7-Day Free Trial!) Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE with other parents navigating the temperamental tension in their homes. Send us a text Support the show ____________________ ► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel! ► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU? ► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL! This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts. ► JOIN THE ACADEMY! Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership. ____________________ ► SUBSCRIBE TO THE CATHOLIC COACHING PODCAST Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Amazon Music Castbox Stitcher ____________________ ...

    1h 2m

  7. APR 9

    239. Why Phlegmatic Parents Struggle With Strong-Willed Kids (And What to Do)

    What happens when a naturally peaceful parent is raising a naturally intense child? In this episode, Matt and Erin unpack the real challenges phlegmatic parents face when raising choleric children. You’ll discover why your child’s pushback isn’t personal, how to set healthy processes instead of rigid boundaries, and what mindset shifts help transform power struggles into moments of growth. You’ll discover: Why phlegmatic parents often misread conflict as failureHow to reframe your child’s “fighting” as convictionThe #1 mindset shift that restores your peaceA simple process to create calm, consistent structureHow to redirect your child’s strong will toward virtueLearn how to leverage your phlegmatic superpowers, empathy, consistency, calm, and bring out the best in your child’s God-given leadership drive. Plus: Get your FREE Parenting by Temperaments Quick Guide Take the Temperament Assessment (for YOU and your child!) Want to grow in mindset mastery as a Catholic parent? Join The Academy for a 7-day free trial and start coaching with us today! Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE with a parent who needs this truth today. We’re lighting the path to deeper connection, one temperament at a time. Send us a text Support the show ____________________ ► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel! ► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU? ► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL! This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts. ► JOIN THE ACADEMY! Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership. ____________________ ► SUBSCRIBE TO THE CATHOLIC COACHING PODCAST Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Amazon Music Castbox Stitcher ____________________ ...

    41 min

  8. APR 2

    238. Melancholic Parent? Here’s How to Connect Without Losing Your Mind

    What happens when your deep desire for order meets a child who thrives in joyful chaos? Welcome to The Catholic Coaching Podcast, where today Matt and Erin Ingold take you inside the mind and heart of the melancholic parent, and what it’s like to raise (or form!) a sanguine child. This episode is a masterclass in Catholic parenting, temperaments, and mindset coaching. With equal parts practical wisdom and spiritual depth, Matt opens up about his own struggles and breakthroughs as a melancholic dad navigating the wild wonder of a sanguine child. If you’ve ever said, “Why can’t they just focus?” or felt guilty about reacting out of frustration rather than formation—this one’s for you. You’ll discover:  ✔️ The strengths of melancholic parents: thoughtfulness, loyalty, depth, and detail. ✔️ The most common frustrations when parenting across temperamental lines. ✔️ How to reframe perfectionism, manage expectations, and find peace. ✔️ Real-time coaching insights to guide your child’s desires (without squashing them). ✔️ How to form deeper connection, especially when your personalities clash. Plus: Get your FREE Parenting by Temperaments Quick Guide Take the Temperament Assessment (for YOU and your child!) Want to grow in mindset mastery as a Catholic parent? Join The Academy for a 7-day free trial and start coaching with us today! Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE with a parent who needs this truth today. We’re lighting the path to deeper connection, one temperament at a time. Send us a text Support the show ____________________ ► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel! ► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU? ► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL! This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts. ► JOIN THE ACADEMY! Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership. ____________________ ► SUBSCRIBE TO THE CATHOLIC COACHING PODCAST Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Amazon Music Castbox Stitcher ____________________ ...

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When we encountered New Age philosophies in Life Coaching that ran counter to our Christian beliefs, we decided to take the best practices of Life Coaching and infuse them with the rich traditions of our Catholic Faith. We're Matt and Erin Ingold, Catholic coaches and the founders of Metanoia Catholic, our Catholic Life Coaching Company. Join us as we share practical coaching tips to being transformed by the renewing of your mind so that you can be free to discover and choose your greatest calling in life.

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  • Creator
    Erin and Matt Ingold
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    246
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025 The Catholic Coaching Podcast
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