Delay and Pray

Summer's not over yet, and it's not too late to tackle the tough goals still on your heart. Permanent weight loss and powerful intercessory prayer are possible this season. Spiritual Fasting strengthens both body and soul, preparing you for the deeper mission God is calling you to. Based on the book, The Gap and The Gain by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy, I am exploring how they relate to spi...

This week, I am reviewing the final chapter of my book, reflecting on my journey from hustle to healing, and showing how spiritual fasting, the sacraments, and community offer a life-giving path back to joy. Everything you’re searching for—peace, purpose, healing, clarity—even weightloss—is already available to you in the Catholic Church. But you have to slow down to receive it. This episode&...

Have you ever reached for food—not out of hunger—but out of habit, stress, or the hope of feeling just a little better ? If so, you're not alone. In fact, you may be caught in what I call The Vice Cycle —a pattern driven by sugar, overdesire, and the false promises of quick comfort. This week’s episode is based on Chapter 9 of my book, Delay and Pray®, and it's one of the most important episodes y...

As we celebrate the 4th of July, let's remember that true freedom isn't just found in fireworks and barbecues, but in feasting on the beauty of life with a heart rooted in gratitude. Today, we’re talking about Chapter 8 of my Delay and Pray® book, a chapter that's all about one of the most joyful and misunderstood parts of our fasting rhythm:  the feast .  We'll walk through the Eat Fast...

I am a woman on a mission to help you trade sugar for sanctity, one bite and one prayer at a time. Today, we’re diving into Chapter 7 of the Delay and Pray ® book - and if I could title this episode anything else, it might be “Your Gut Is Not Just a Place for Digestion - It’s a Sacred Space.” Because here’s the truth: our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, and how we treat them matters. And in...

Today is all about imagining yourself at the dinner table with Jesus . What is being served? The body of Jesus and your body. Really - that is what we will concentrate on in today’s episode and Chapter 6 of my book, Delay and Pray®. I am inviting you to dinner - but not in the way you might expect. We’re talking about what I call “Dining In with Jesus.” This is a powerful mindset and practice that...

From Chapter 5 of Beth's book, Delay and Pray®, we are introduced to the Thought Model, a powerful framework for renewing the mind and transforming habits through spiritual fasting. Drawing on scripture, the teachings of the Saints, and personal coaching experience, Beth explains how our thoughts shape our emotions, actions, and ultimately our results. Beth shares how we can identify harmful think...

We continue going through Beth's book Delay and Pray®, with Chapter 4 this week, focusing on the life-changing impact of “believing harder than you work.” She draws powerful lessons from the story of Mary and Martha, showing how prioritizing faith and trust in Jesus, especially in our fasting journeys, can bring peace and real transformation. Beth shares a touching personal story about her mother...

In this episode, Beth unpacks Chapter 3 of her book, Delay and Pray®, and tackles the idea of being "Happy, Thin, and Rich Right Now." Rather than chasing happiness or peace as distant rewards, Beth reveals how they’re available in the present, regardless of your weight, finances, or circumstances, by rooting yourself in God’s mercy and peace. With honest stories and practical tips, she shares how...

Beth discusses Chapter 2 of her book Delay and Pray ® : Permanent Weight Loss Through Spiritual Fasting . This chapter introduces what she calls The Great Experiment - a transformative approach to weight loss that centers on grace, purpose, and spiritual renewal. Rather than relying on willpower alone, this method helps you create a "new wineskin" mindset rooted in love, abundance, and sacramental...

This episode explores Catholic spiritual fasting as a lifelong, sustainable practice. Beth introduces key themes from Chapter One of her book, Delay and Pray®, emphasizing the importance of overcoming ingrained habits and shifting our mindset to experience lasting food freedom in Christ. By detaching from sugar and daily indulgence, fasting becomes a transformative act of sacrifice, strengthening...

This week, Beth is joined by her client Cindy, a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, as she shares her story of transformation through the Delay and Pray Group Coaching Experience. After years of ineffective diets and constant processed eating, Cindy found her breakthrough by combining spiritual fasting with prayer, whole foods, and a new mindset. Tune in to hear how Cindy lost 12 pounds, found...

Have you felt called to do something, but your mind was immediately flooded with limiting thoughts that held you back?  My client, Erin Smith, shares the quiet, self-limiting beliefs and fears that held her back from joining the Delay and Pray® Group Coaching Experience and how changing her mindset, not just her habits, led to real progress in her health and spiritual life. Through a deeply h...

Happy Easter! Today, we are unpacking the true meaning of feasting during the Easter Octave after a season of spiritual fasting, and Beth highlights the miracles and family blessings that came from fasting and prayer. Discover how to celebrate Easter with intention - not through overindulgence, but by embracing gratitude, connection, and mindful enjoyment of food and family. Beth offers practical...

In this special Holy Week episode, Beth welcomes back her pastor, Fr. Logan Parrish. They discuss the spiritual depth and rich traditions of Holy Week, exploring how spiritual fasting can transform our hearts in anticipation of Easter's joy. From the significance of Palm Sunday’s processions and the emotional intensity of Good Friday to the communal and personal power of Lenten sacrifices, Beth an...

This week’s episode is extra special. I’m joined by my husband, Mike, as we reflect on 35 years of marriage, raising a family, and the role our Catholic faith has played through every twist, trial, and joy. We share stories you’ve never heard - how we met at Purdue, the early struggles of our marriage, raising kids, facing illness, discovering spiritual fasting, and learning to pray together. You’...

If you haven’t listened to last week’s episode, be sure to catch up, as this one builds on everything we discussed. In this episode, I continue sharing how faith, fasting, and surrendering to Christ have deepened my marriage with Mike. I talk about the power of spiritual fasting, how small sacrifices bring couples closer, and why true joy comes from embracing the struggles and blessings of marriag...

After 35 years of marriage, my husband Mike and I have learned that faith, fasting, and laughter are the keys to a thriving relationship. In this episode, I share personal stories - including a humbling airport fall and the lessons they reveal about marriage, humility, and God’s grace. Hear about: How Catholic fasting transformed our marriage The power of laughter and letting go of perfection Surr...

If you've ever had health issues and suffered for a long time before you got a diagnosis ... If you've ever lost a loved one or spouse ... If you've ever had to be a caregiver and juggle a full-time job, you will resonate with this week's episode. Shirley has been a client of the Delay and Pray® Group Coaching Experience since September 2024 and has lost 60 pounds so far, with spiritual results th...

You were created by God to be blessed and prosperous. You were made to be happy as a child of God, healthy in body and soul, and rich in mercy and kindness. Discover why Lent, with its special graces, is the perfect time to focus on prayer and fasting. Beth shares insights into the challenges and rewards of fasting, exploring its theological roots and impact on our body and soul. Learn about the s...

"I knew Weight Watchers wasn't enough. I needed my faith to be a part of my weight loss journey to make it stick." This is part of Kathleen's story. Can you relate? She had to think long and hard about whether she could give up drinking socially if it wasn't on a Sunday. Have you had any of these thoughts? If you think about it, you most likely have already done hard things in your life, and you c...

When you need comfort and love, do you turn to food? Do you find yourself worshipping food - almost unconsciously? It reminds me of the Bible verse, "their god is their stomach" which appears in Philippians 3:19. If you find yourself thinking about food all day long - from breakfast to lunch to dinner with snacks in between, then you are not alone. This week's guest is my client Teresa Villano, wh...

Do you find yourself intentional in other areas of your life, but impulsive when it comes to food? This is what my client Ronda Baines talks about in our interview this week. She brings up an all-too-familiar struggle with impulsive eating and overcoming challenges related to fasting. Ronda shares her lifelong journey with weight management, revealing the deep-seated issues surrounding food and di...

If you are on the road to sainthood, then we can take our cues from the great saints and make our decisions as they made theirs. We were created to be virtuous, which means making the right choices not only for our souls, but for the good of others as well. These decisions are tough sometimes, but worth it. What We Can Be, We Must Be! I encourage you to stay committed to your goals, lean into hard...

Delay and Pray® has changed my life in so many ways for the better. It is a method of spiritual fasting that helps you regain your spiritual edge and grow in virtue while becoming fit in both body and soul. It isn’t a diet because it is centered on Christ and detachment from food and alcohol as comfort. God should be our comforter.  Today I discuss all of this in the context of the 3 M’s of D...