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Girlfriends (A Podcast for Catholic Women)

Danielle shares advice, encouragement, and connection for Catholic women in all walks of life. daniellebean.substack.com daniellebean.substack.com

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40:25

How to Cope When Big Kids Leave Home

Girlfriends (A Podcast for Catholic Women) ·

2024/09/03

WHY have you not yet subscribed to Girlfriends? Don't miss out! Let's go! https://daniellebean.substack.com/Are you going through a time of hard change? Whether your son is still small and starting kindergarten or your daughter is leaving home to go to college, motherhood is a series of opportunities to give thanks and let go. I’m sharing some coping strategies to get us through!Takeaways* Allow yourself to feel the emotions associated with your children leaving home, but avoid getting stuck in

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1:18

BONUS: Trusting God, Better Prayer, Homeschooling,...

Girlfriends (A Podcast for Catholic Women) ·

2024/08/30

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit daniellebean.substack.comThis is a BONUS episode of Girlfriends for paid subscribers only. Please join us! https://daniellebean.substack.com/subscribeWelcome to Girlfriends Live! This is a once-a-month live call where I take your questions and we can interact about what’s really on your mind and heart. We had a great conversation last night where we shared:Change Your Heart Challenge: thoughts, ideas, and questions that came from our

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40:27

Engage Your Full Potential

Girlfriends (A Podcast for Catholic Women) ·

2024/08/27

Matt and Erin Ingold are the founders of Metanoia Catholic, which offers Catholic coaching and Catholic coach training. They started the company because they saw a need for Catholic coaches who could provide guidance aligned with the teachings of the Church. They incorporate the philosophy of St. Thomas Aquinas and the theology of the body into their coaching approach. Join us for an inspiring conversation!Learn more about Metanoia Catholic: https://www.metanoiacatholic.com/Thank you to this week’s

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38:34

Surrender to Jesus and Win

Girlfriends (A Podcast for Catholic Women) ·

2024/08/20

Welcome to the Change Your Heart Challenge! This podcast is part of Week 3 for our 21-day challenge where are praying together and opening ourselves up to the good changes God wants to make in us. This week, our theme is the Surrender to Jesus, and I'm sharing refelctions on passages from the Surrender Novena. To get all of the content, you will need to be a full subscriber. Get signed up now: https://daniellebean.substack.com/subscribeHere’s what is included in the daily content for the Change Your

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37:14

Divine Mercy Secrets

Girlfriends (A Podcast for Catholic Women) ·

2024/08/13

Welcome to the Change Your Heart Challenge! This podcast is part of Week 2 for our 21-day challenge where are praying together and opening ourselves up to the good changes God wants to make in us. This week our theme is the Sacred Heart of Jesus and I'm sharing the 12 promises of the Sacred Heart as well as some ideas for do-able ways to practice this devotion. To get all of the content, you will need to be a full subscriber. Get signed up now: https://daniellebean.substack.com/subscribeHere’s what

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42:25

Sacred Heart Secrets

Girlfriends (A Podcast for Catholic Women) ·

2024/08/06

Welcome to the Change Your Heart Challenge! This podcast is one part of the content for our 21-day challenge where are praying together and opening ourselves up to the good changes God wants to make in us. This week our theme is the Sacred Heart of Jesus and I'm sharing the 12 promises of the Sacred Heart as well as some ideas for do-able ways to practice this devotion. To get all of the content, you will need to be a paid subscriber. Get signed up now:

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44:27

5 Ways to Love Your Body Just the Way It Is

Girlfriends (A Podcast for Catholic Women) ·

2024/07/30

We all should embrace our bodies as gifts from God and focus on gratitude and self-acceptance! But that is complicated sometimes.Do you struggle sometimes to love and be grateful for your body, just the way it is? This week we acknowledge the complicated relationship women often have with their bodies and the challenges we face in a world saturated with unrealistic beauty standards.At the end of this week’s show I answer a listener’s question about starting a women’s group at her church.Thank you to

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12:59

BONUS: Lectio Divina

Girlfriends (A Podcast for Catholic Women) ·

2024/07/29

This is a BONUS episode of Girlfriends! One of the elements in our upcoming 21-Day Change Your Heart Challenge will be daily guided Lectio Divina—a five-minute audio guide to reading and praying with Scripture. To give you an idea of what this content will be like, I’m sharing a free introduction to lectio divina and a sample of the daily prayers. If you like this and want to access all of the challenge content, be sure to upgrade your subscription now before our start date on August 5! Get full

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48:48

Navigating Change in Marriage

Girlfriends (A Podcast for Catholic Women) ·

2024/07/23

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

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54:55

Taking Your Questions

Girlfriends (A Podcast for Catholic Women) ·

2024/07/16

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.I mentioned our upcoming 21-Day Change Your Heart Challenge, and you will want to make sure you have an upgraded subscription to access all of that content beginning August 5!ANNOUNCEMENTS Go beyond the podcast! For bonus

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43:09

How to Break a Bad Habit

Girlfriends (A Podcast for Catholic Women) ·

2024/07/13

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

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40:01

Blending Faith and Song

Girlfriends (A Podcast for Catholic Women) ·

2024/07/13

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

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41:53

Stop Procrastinating Now

Girlfriends (A Podcast for Catholic Women) ·

2024/07/13

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

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42:50

Stop Procrastinating Now!

Girlfriends (A Podcast for Catholic Women) ·

2024/06/25

In this episode, Danielle Bean discusses the topic of procrastination and provides tips on how to combat it. She emphasizes 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, Danielle suggests doing the hard thing first, rewarding oneself for progress, holding oneself accountable, taking breaks, removing distractions, and taking

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37:49

Books That Bring You Joy (with Liz Lantigua)

Girlfriends (A Podcast for Catholic Women) ·

2024/06/18

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

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40:42

4 Ways You Probably Need to Get Over Yourself

Girlfriends (A Podcast for Catholic Women) ·

2024/06/11

In this episode, Danielle Bean discusses four ways to get over oneself: stop thinking of oneself as a victim, take action, stop comparing oneself to others, and stop thinking about oneself so much. She emphasizes that these suggestions are meant to be encouraging and not meant to discourage or admonish anyone struggling right now. Bean also reminds listeners to focus on their relationship with God and not worry too much about what others think of them. She shares listener feedback and encourages

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41:04

Healing After Loss (with Theoni Bell)

Girlfriends (A Podcast for Catholic Women) ·

2024/06/04

In this episode, Danielle Bean speaks with author Theoni Bell about her new children's book, Jelly Bean, A Baby's Journey to God, which addresses the sensitive topic of baby loss. Theoni shares her personal experience of losing her child and the inspiration behind the book. The conversation also covers the process of writing a picture book, the importance of resources for families dealing with baby loss, and the impact of community support. TakeawaysTheoni Bell's personal experience of baby loss

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45:22

How to Find Rest in God

Girlfriends (A Podcast for Catholic Women) ·

2024/05/28

In this episode, Danielle Bean discusses five ways to find rest in God, including prayer and meditation, attending Mass and receiving the Eucharist, going to confession, reading scripture, and acts of service and charity. TakeawaysFinding rest in God involves prayer, meditation, attending Mass, receiving the Eucharist, going to confession, reading scripture, and acts of service and charity.Exploring the world of saints and angels can be done at one's own pace, and there is no one right way to do

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44:26

When Big Kids Leave the Church

Girlfriends (A Podcast for Catholic Women) ·

2024/05/21

In this episode, Danielle Bean discusses the topic of when big kids leave the Church with her guest, Celeste Behe. They talk about the challenges and heartbreak that parents face when their adult children choose to leave the faith. Celeste shares her personal experience and how it led her to start the St. Monica Ministry, which offers support and hope to families and friends of fallen away Catholics. They discuss the importance of prayer, the power of community, and the need to focus on the love and

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43:17

What to Do When You Feel Overwhelmed

Girlfriends (A Podcast for Catholic Women) ·

2024/05/14

In this episode, Danielle Bean discusses what to do when you feel overwhelmed. She shares personal experiences of feeling overwhelmed and offers practical advice on how to handle it. Her four main suggestions are: give yourself a break, ask for help, get a fresh perspective, and pray. She emphasizes the importance of self-care, setting boundaries, and seeking support from others. She also recommends praying the Litany of Trust and the Surrender Novena to help cultivate trust in God and surrender to

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