Catholics on Campus

In this episode, Virginia explores three crucial questions that Jesus asked His disciples and how they are relevant to Catholics on Campus today. She delves into the context of these questions and their application to the challenges that students may face, such as fear, doubts about faith, and feelings of scarcity. Through real-world examples and thought-provoking reflections, Virginia encourages...

How often have you gotten in your own way because you were not aware of your expectations of yourself? You are not alone! Today, we explore the topic of "Manuals," a concept that shapes our expectations and relationships. We look at personal manuals from the lens of our temperaments, and much more. With a blend of practical tips and anecdotes, Virginia helps college students navigate the complexit...

How can friends help us grow in virtue? What does it take to keep good friends? How can you be a better friend? These are some of the questions we explore in today's episode. We look at the beauty and importance of friendships that lead us closer to God. Drawing insights from the lives of saints and personal experiences, Virginia discusses the value of seeking out good Catholic friends and offers...

In this episode, Virginia answers a question she gets a lot: "Why do Catholics on Campus need a Catholic coach?" She presents the top four reasons for investing in a coaching experience from a Catholic perspective. With insightful analysis and practical advice, Virginia emphasizes the need for guidance and support in navigating the challenges of campus life while staying true to the Catholic faith...

This week, we explore the concept of Virtuous Leadership, inspired by teachings from the book "Virtuous Leadership" by Alexandre Havard. Virginia discusses the importance of understanding one's temperament, cultivating virtues, and seeking self-awareness to become a more effective leader. Through quotes from Saints and practical tips, listeners are encouraged to rise above personal limitations, em...

We conclude our 4-part series on temperaments by discussing the phlegmatic temperament. Virginia provides a detailed look at the characteristics, virtues, vices, and examples of individuals with this temperament, including saints who embodied phlegmatic traits. She also offers practical strategies for individuals with a phlegmatic temperament to develop a meaningful interior life and discusses how...

In this 3rd installment of our 4-part series on the four temperaments, we dive into the intricacies of the Melancholic temperament. We look at the characteristics, virtues, vices, and spiritual insights associated with this temperament, with some recommendations for understanding, embracing, and nurturing a meaningful interior life. From inspiring quotes by saints to practical tips for college lif...

We now explore the Sanguine temperament, as we continue our series on growing in self-awareness with temparements. In this episode, Virginia addresses the benefits of understanding one's temperament and provides insights into the Sanguine temperament, including natural virtues, vices, and spiritual weaknesses. Virginia offers practical strategies for Sanguines to develop a strong interior life, an...

Let us grow in self-awareness through our Temperaments. In this episode, Virginia Koch introduces the choleric temperament, offering insights into its characteristics, virtues, and vices, including naming a few choleric saints. Drawing on her own experiences and insights from Metanoia Catholic, Virginia provides practical examples of how college students can benefit from understanding their temper...

Do you struggle to focus and find yourself distracted often? You are not alone. In this episode, Virginia Koch discusses the different types of attention and sheds light on how distractions can hinder our ability to focus. She shares examples and practical tips to cultivate deeper concentration and overcome the myriad of distractions that bombard us daily. “Be attentive to my words; incline your e...

Are you lonely? Many college students are. In today’s episode, Virginia Koch explores the “epidemic of loneliness” on college campuses, the effect it has on students, and achievable ways to combat loneliness and find connection in your life. If you’ve been feeling isolated lately, this episode is for you! “And behold, I am with you always, until the end of the age.” (Mt 28:20) Virginia begins by e...

Where do you want to go to college? In today’s episode, Virginia is offering discernment tips for anyone in high school who is trying to decide if and where to go to college. “If you had to do it over again, would you make the same decision?” - Virginia Koch In this discernment, she addresses topics such as affordability, types of institutions, academic opportunities, personal growth and leadershi...

What are you doing for Lent this year? In today’s episode, Virginia is exploring the purpose of the 40 days of Lent, and offering practical tips to prepare for this season of repentance. “The observance of Lent is the very badge of the Christian warfare.” - Pope Benedict XIV She reminds her listeners that Lent isn’t supposed to be a 40-day diet plan: it is an opportunity to course-correct and choo...

In today’s episode, she’s helping you achieve your goals by walking you through a goal-setting journal that she made with you in mind. “Many are the plans in a person's heart but it is the Lord's purpose that prevails.” - Proverbs 19:21 Happy New Year! Today, Virginia is encouraging you to set realistic, attainable, virtuous goals: not just at the beginning of a New Year, but during any new beginn...

In today’s episode, Virginia is discussing the virtue of magnanimity, which is the “stretching forth of the mind to great things.” “Success is more about happiness than power, possessions, or prestige.” - Strayer University, 2014 Success Project Survey If you aren’t sure why you’re in college, or maybe don’t know what to pursue after graduation, stick around. This episode will help you understand...

College students need more sleep! In today’s episode, Virginia is exploring the sleep-deprivation that college students face, the good and bad consequences incurred by their sleep habits, and the resources available to help them prioritize better sleep.  “Our bodies and souls need to rest. Even God rested on the seventh day of creation!” - Virginia Koch Thanks to noisy roommates and bad pre-b...

In today’s episode, Virginia is exploring the art of living with less, specifically in dorm life. “Be brave and try to detach your heart from worldly things,” - St. John Bosco When a stressed Dad requested that his daughter be given a bigger room because her current room couldn’t hold her belongings, Virginia gently posed the question: Was the room too small… or was his daughter’s pile of belongin...

In today’s episode, Virginia is discussing self-doubt, particularly when it manifests itself as Imposter Syndrome. “Imposter Syndrome: a psychological condition that is characterized by persistent doubt concerning one's abilities or accomplishments accompanied by the fear of being exposed as a fraud despite evidence of one's ongoing success.” - Merriam-Webster In today’s episode, Virginia is discu...

As the school year comes to an end, Virginia is reflecting on the bustle of graduation and the transitions that naturally happen at this time of year. “As water reflects the face, so one’s life reflects the heart.” - Proverbs 27:19 Juxtaposing all of this activity, Virginia points to the quiet of the iconic reflection pond on her campus. In the midst of the busy-ness of this time, she is encouragi...

In this episode Dr. Virginia Koch will open up the four cardinal virtues and how they play an important role in the life of a college student. “Virtue is a habitual and firm disposition to do good.” - CCC 1833 Pop quiz: can you list the four cardinal virtues? In this episode, Virginia Koch is exploring both the virtues themselves and the characteristics of virtue. And if you recognize one that you...

Did you know that today’s teens are the most well-behaved and the most depressed? “No one can know God without knowing himself.” - St. Athanasius Welcome to the second episode of Catholics on Campus with Virginia Koch, a certified Catholic Coach and the founder of Knots Untied Coaching. Today, Virginia is addressing the current mental health and faith life crises among highschool and college-aged...

In this first episode of Catholics on Campus, Dr. Virginia Koch is answering a question she gets a lot: what is Catholic Mindset coaching? “During his public ministry, Jesus was the ultimate Catholic mindset coach… (He) asked hundreds of questions to challenge our thinking.” - Virginia Koch Welcome to the very first episode of Catholics on Campus with Virginia Koch, a certified Catholic Coach and...