Delay and Pray

As January draws to a close, let's remember the importance of reflecting on and writing down our goals, making sure they align with our ultimate journey toward heaven. Drawing inspiration from the story of the three wise men and their spiritual journey, Beth encourages you to follow the star, prioritize your relationship with Jesus, and embrace transformation through spiritual fasting, prayer, and...

We can learn so much from children, even those who are neurodivergent. If you (or your child or your grandchild) are sensitive to sound or feel anxious and overwhelmed in our noisy world, then you'll want to tune in to today's episode. Sister Allison Regina Gliot, FSP is a Daughter of St. Paul, author and editor and is here to talk about her latest picture book, Eli's Quiet Friend, published by Pa...

There's a lot of talk about Dry January happening - taking a break from alcohol during this month . I think it is a fabulous idea to consider our drinking levels and lean into moderation if possible, but there is something better than a dry January! I'm here to suggest that you add to that practice a spiritual purpose! There are life-changing effects for both body and soul with Spiritual Fasting....

As a Catholic Mindset Coach, I use a Thomistic Thought Model which teaches that your thoughts create your results. What I have found is that this is true about weight and also about money.  If you think you can't lose the weight and find food freedom even through Spiritual Fasting - you won't do it. If you think you'll never find financial freedom, then you'll never have it. But if you can ch...

Happy New Year my friends - I hope you had an amazing Holiday Season and are ready to start 2025 with a bang. It’s time to lose 25 pounds in 2025 - I’ve already done it. It’s your turn. If you are a client - then you’ve already done it. It is time to invite your friends to do it, too! Weight loss is just a great benefit. The biggest secret of Delay and Pray® is not only a renewed body, but a renew...

Merry Christmas! We have made it through Advent and are now in the Christmas Octave, which extends the Christmas celebration from Christmas Day through New Year's Day - the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God. The Christmas Octave is truly the time to rest and feast on friendship and family. Remember feasting is not binge-eating. Eating to enough feels good and celebratory at the same time. Don't for...

The Delay and Pray® podcast usually focuses on adults, but I want to discuss how daily doses of sugar and white flour and poorly produced processed foods affect our children and grandchildren. You will be astounded at the often disguised unhealthy ingredients we are putting into their sweet little bodies. I have a terrific doctor on the show today, Dr. Brandon Vinzant, who is part of 'The Wellness...

We are in the midst of the Advent Season and it can be easy to lose our peace amidst the holiday chaos. In this episode, I share my methods for integrating prayer, organization, and the Delay and Pray® approach to transform your experience of the holiday season. Discover strategies for simplifying festive preparations and enhancing spiritual growth, inspired by the wonderful book "The Mystical Cit...

After years of working in her weight loss practice helping others lose weight, Leslie Brown, a Family Nurse Practitioner, realized that although she had all the answers for others, there were a few missing pieces to the puzzle for her own journey. She had to admit she needed help and external support to finally achieve her health goals. Leslie joined the Delay and Pray® Group Coaching Experience i...

Dr. John R. Wood, a mobile eye doctor and author, shares his new imaginative children's book series, where the seven deadly sins are portrayed as dragons to slay and conquer. He zooms in on Gluttony for us and explains how it is the most subtle dragon - twisting something good and useful like food and drink into addiction. How do we slay this dragon? In this episode, you will hear stories about Dr...

Thanksgiving is right around the corner. Are you concerned about how you will feast on this day? Remember, the very word 'Eucharist' means Thanksgiving . Whatever your plans are this year, try to begin your day with Mass.  “Blessed is the one who will dine in the Kingdom of God.” (Luke 14:15) Will you come and dine in the Kingdom of God with Jesus to begin your holiday? If you are interested...

Beth talks about setting 'impossible goals' with divine assistance to achieve lasting weight loss and spiritual breakthroughs, even through the holiday season. Through the metaphor of a " backpack of resilience ," filled with spiritual tools, Beth shares personal stories of overcoming challenges and emphasizes the importance of embracing short-term discomfort for long-term success. Beth inspires u...

We welcome Monica Elias, a Catholic mindset coach from Australia, to explore choosing greatness over comfort, and the benefits of spiritual fasting for weight loss. Monica shares her experience navigating life as a mother of four and a time coach, focusing on personal growth and overcoming food challenges. We discuss the virtues of Magnanimity and Pusillanimity, and how these guide our journey tow...

As Halloween beckons with its sweet temptations, Beth shares how to maintain a prayerful mindset while managing our candy choices. Dive into insights on the varying impacts of candies on insulin and learn how even on treat-filled holidays, better choices can be made. Beth provides practical tips from her own journey and helps you discover how prayer can lower insulin levels, fostering health and s...

Ryan Moreau, the founder of Essentialist Press, is here to chat about spiritual growth and the transformative power of perseverance in prayer. We discuss insights from David Torkington's " Passport to Perfection ," focusing on cultivating a deeper relationship with God. Inspired by saints like St. Teresa of Avila, Ryan shares his journey in spiritual life and the importance of surrendering to God'...

Join us in celebrating 100 episodes of the Delay & Pray podcast!! Today, we explore the life-changing journey of spiritual fasting with our special guests: Nikki, Jackie, Jenay, and Stefanie. Together, they've lost over 100 pounds, transforming not just their bodies, but their relationships and faith. If you read the Delay and Pray book, their names will sound familiar. Hear their insights int...

It can be easy to think and feel like our prayers and spiritual fasting are not working. That we're not losing weight or seeing the miracles exactly like we prayed for. However, the Father is always working and whether we realize it or not, our prayers and spiritual fasting are impacting the lives of the people around us. Today, my wonderful client, Kathy Gonzalez, shares her inspiring journey of...

In today's episode, we continue our exploration of Holy Angels with a focus on Guardian Angels, whose feast day is October 2nd. Learn how they support us in our spiritual fasting and personal growth. We discuss St. Thomas Aquinas's teachings on the angelic hierarchy, share miraculous personal stories, and offer practical advice on how to invite your guardian angel into your daily life. Through fas...

Do you need a little more supernatural help to succeed with spiritual fasting? Well, today on the podcast, we talk about the spiritual guidance of the Holy Angels. In the first part of this 2-part series, we'll look at the powerful intercession of St. Michael the Archangel, exploring his significant roles and how his assistance can transform your spiritual fasting journey.  We'll talk about t...

The saga continues. Beth shares a journey of overcoming a literal thorn in her flesh that led to unexpected lessons in humility and spiritual growth. Join Beth as she recounts her surgery to remove stubborn thorn fragments from her finger, drawing insightful parallels between this physical ordeal and spiritual fasting. Through this experience, she explores themes of trust, reliance on God, and the...

Women can learn a lot about the vocation of motherhood from contemplative nuns. Whether a woman's vocation is to be a mother in the context of married life or the spiritual motherhood of religious life, both vocations have Our Lady as their source and inspiration. Both vocations involve a life of sacrifice and humility. Dr. Mary Cuff, author of Mother to Mother , shares how this book came about on...

This is Part 2 of my summer of pilgrimages! In this episode, we continue our pilgrimage journey into Spain and France. What started in Portugal led us to the awe-inspiring Coimbra University, the hallowed Cathedral of Saint James, and the breathtaking Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes. Through heartfelt experiences and historical revelations, we encountered the profound spirituality and miraculous eve...

It was a summer of pilgrimages! It began with an International Marian Shrine Pilgrimage and ended with a national pilgrimage for the Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis, Indiana. On the Pilgrimage of Hope, through Portugal, Spain, and France, our Catholic faith and sense of history were deepened as we studied the apparitions of the Blessed Mother and the footsteps of the Apostles and Saints. We p...

This episode is a recording of my interview on the Mamas in Spirit Podcast with Lindy Wynne. We talked about my journey from dieting to prayer and fasting and how I discovered the art of Delay and Pray™. Lindy's podcast is a retreat-style podcast and she gets very personal with her questioning so that we can enter into the sacred space of mission where Jesus feeds us with His love. I hope you find...

Our guest today is Jonathan O'Brien, author of the book ' Called to Compiègne ' - the story of 16 heroic Carmelite Nuns who would not be cowed by the terror of the French Revolution. This conversation explores the historical truth behind the French Revolution, the martyrdom of the Nuns, and the profound relevance of their story in today's world. We uncover the importance of moral courage, fasting,...