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 action. She also addresses a listener's question about feeling overwhelmed by household chores and off ..read more

Do you have a bad habit you want to break? Spending too 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! 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. Finally, I take on a listener’s question and share ..read more

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 action. She also addresses a listener's question about feeling overwhelmed by household chores and off ..read more

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 ..read more

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 everyone to pray for one another. Takeaways Stop thinking of yourself as a victim and take respon ..read more

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.  Takeaways Theoni Bell's personal experience of baby loss inspired her to write Jelly Bean, A Baby's Journey to God, a children's book that addresse ..read more

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.  Takeaways Finding 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 it. A listener's question about expanding her prayer life to include saints and Mary is a ..read more

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 beauty of our bodies as mothers. Overall, the episode offers encouragement and resources for th ..read more

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 His will. Takeaways Feeling overwhelmed is a common experience, especially during busy seasons ..read more

In this episode of the Girlfriends podcast, Danielle Bean interviews Sarah Bartel about intimacy in marriage. They discuss the lack of conversation around this topic and the need for a Catholic lens when discussing sex and marriage. Sarah shares her journey of becoming a Catholic moral theologian specializing in sexual ethics and marriage. She talks about the challenges women face in this area, including the pressure from a sex-saturated culture and the expectations of purity culture. Sarah emphasizes the importance of emotional connection, communication, and understanding the body's natural r ..read more