Hearts+Minds

This episode is for you if you are about to get married and are afraid of married life, or starting a family, or going through difficulties in marriage right now.  Máire Cassidy and Cliona Somers delve deeper into the topic of marriage. Taking a realistic view of married life they explore its responsibilities and joys.  They discuss why fear shouldn't prevent you from taking the big step. And...

Are virtues and vices relevant today? What virtues and vices do you have? Discover virtues, the highs of human behaviour and vices, the lows of human behaviour. Explore the difference between virtues you can grow in and ones that God gives. Listen to the 5 practical tips to develop virtues in your life; 1) self-awareness 2) intentional practice 3) Clear goals and accountability buddies 4) Prayer 5...

Do you want a marriage for life? And yet in 62% of cases of marriage break up it is the woman who eventually looks for the divorce.  In today’s podcast, you will hear the secrets of a couple who are still together and in love after 58 years of marriage. Discover why having a shared vision for your marriage is crucial for long-term success. Identify the right attitude towards challenges that can he...

In today's podcast we delve into the radical meaning of Lent - our personal identification with the death of Christ. Why you need to find your desert this lent as that is where you discover your need for God. We discuss why Lent is superior to New Year's resolutions and how to ensure you don't lose your Lenten learning when Lent is over.  We discuss meaningful Lenten goals centred a...

Join us in this insightful episode as we explore the fascinating concept of psychological immunity and the key elements that contribute to it. We dive deep into the question, 'What is psychological immunity?' to understand its importance and impact on our well-being.  We explore the role of friendships in building psychological immunity. We share personal stories and examples, showcasing...

The average person spends one third of their life working. If you spend so much time working – are you becoming a better person in your workplace wherever that is? In today’s podcast we will explore the magic ingredient that can transform your work, virtue.  If you want to leave your workplace everyday a better person than when you came to work - We will explore the impact small conscious actions...

Would you like Christmas 2023 to be more meaningful for you? If so, join us as we delve into the significance of Christmas beyond the gifts and festive lights. Learn about Mary’s unwavering faith and Joseph's acceptance of human limitations. Do you need to explore aspects of your life where you need to let go and let God work? Or do you need to embrace your human limitations and those of your...

 What is the secret ingredient to a lasting and fulfilling marriage?  Friendship. Sallyann O'Brien, our guest on our Guest podcast series uncovers the power of building a strong, genuine friendship as the bedrock for your marriage. She shares real-life stories, expert insights, and practical tips to help you strengthen your bond with your partner, enhance communication, and create a loving, e...

Join us to discover the crucial habits for building emotional resilience in our latest podcast. We explore why these habits are essential in navigating life's challenges, offering practical insights and strategies to cultivate mental fortitude. From adaptive thinking to fostering a growth mindset, join us to learn how these habits can transform your ability to bounce back from adversity. ----...

Is it possible to enhance and nurture your friendships as an adult? Join us as we explore the dynamics and strategies for strengthening the bonds that matter most. Dive into the world of adult friendships as an adult, discover how to why and how to find time when you are time-poor. We will uncover practical tips and expert insights to enrich your connections. Tune in to discover how you can improv...

When a beloved parent passes away, it leaves a profound void. In this episode of our Guest Podcast Series, Leona McPhillips tells how she channelled her grief after the death of her Mum into writing a book. Join us as we uncover the transformative power of writing as a tool for processing grief and rediscovering our own selves during times of mourning. Leona candidly shares how her mother's l...

In a world where 63% of employees across 142 countries feel disengaged from their jobs, the quest for meaning in work has never been more crucial. Join us in this thought-provoking podcast episode as we delve into the inspiring journey of the world's happiest workers, guided by two powerful motivators: creating value and service. In today's digitally-driven landscape, we'll explore...

Our Guest on our Podcast series Olivia Darby co-founded the charity Wonder in 2009 where she is now the Chief Programme Officer.  WONDER is a woman-led charity dedicated to transforming the lives of women, girls and their communities through quality education.  From small beginnings, WONDER now works to deliver change in 23  countries worldwide. Olivia shares with us her passion for Leadership edu...

Why do we find it hard to commit. Is it because the dominant culture is one of choice and our infinite browsing skills have transmitted to life.  In today's podcast we explore why we have trouble committing to relationships, why we find it hard to commit to a career path and why we distrust organised religion, politics and any major institution. Why do we have low attention spans and low comm...

Many people think faith is naïve – childish – superstitious a pre- science space. The idea that science has replaced religion  is often left unchallenged by believers.   In today's podcast we explore how science and religion ask different questions. Science is about the exploration of our reality, the world we can measure and observe.  Science asks the what and when questions. Whereas religio...

Maire with Helen Hughes discuss how sometimes we are so task focused we don’t  think of our  purpose. We all have a unique purpose, individual to us only, we inhabit a particular part of the world at a particular time in history. We all have different personalities, identities, talents, temperaments, and cultural backgrounds. Discovering your authentic self means devoting yourself to a lifetime of...

What if instead of having to live your one life one day at a time, you could sample every life you could possibly have? Would you be happier? Would you find “the one?” The life in which everything fits?  We don’t have a problem owning our smaller decisions, because the consequences are limited.    But bigger decisions can be harder to own, to find peace with them. Hard decisions are hard not becau...

Many of us will remember some of our first books as a child. But how can we give that same joy of reading to our children? In this podcast episode, Ciara Mannion shares with us titles of great books that your child will find hard to put down. No one book fits all. We explore different books for different children and how knowing your child's temperament is key.  We explore the power of books...

Mary is Jesus' mum. Mary was with Jesus his whole life.  What does that tell us about Mary's role in His life?  In this episode, we explore the reality that Jesus needed his mother throughout his life from the cradle to his death on the cross.   We need Mary. But maybe we don't realise it, yet? Jesus' dying words were to give us his mother. There is something significant about...

Do you feel as if your relationships are as good as they could be, or are they sometimes a little stuck? In this podcast episode, Katrina Alvir joins us via Zoom from Sydney,  Australia. Katrina is the Director of REAL, the Science of Character Program at Tangara School, Sydney Australia, as well as a mentor and speaker. She talks about the 3 mindsets that block us from feeling free in our relatio...

Our guest on this episode feels she has done a good day's work when her clients look in the mirror and fall in love with themselves! Mercy of Miss Mercy Make-up Artistry has had a long and successful career as a make-up artist. Her passion is making people good about themselves.   We discuss the importance of identifying your personal beauty. We explore authentic advice for women as they get...

When we think of Easter at this time of time of year, with spring in the air and the end of winter we can be joyful. But it is also a feast that speaks of who God is and who we are. God who has died for us and we, his children who are so loved.  In today's podcast Siobhan and Máire discuss the credibility of Easter as seen in the early accounts of Easter in the Gospels and the disbelief of th...

It happens all of the time. We try not to let it bother us. We blame ourselves for not being where or who we think we should be in life by now. We feel left behind. On this episode, our guest  Gobnait O'Grady reminds us that the “University of Life is our best qualification”. We explore the importance of lived experience as opposed to theory and expectations and where our core values act as o...

We often think we are time-poor because we can be bad at time management or disorganised at times. Our guest speaker on this podcast episode, Maria Kilcommins, speaks with us about why this may not be the case and how oftentimes, it is technology that is at the root cause of our time deficits.  We discuss the value of time and the deeply spiritual and religious sense it holds. How can we value our...

The earthquake that struck Haiti in 2010 was the most devastating natural disaster ever experienced in the country. In this episode, Denise O’Mahony describes her experience at the centre of a logistics operation to bring relief to a devastated people. Amongst other things we explore: - The source of resilience in moments of crisis - The mindset needed to endure the sufferings of others - The acts...