Fairest Love Podcast

We are excited to share this conversation with Brya Hanan, licensed marriage and family therapist and author of Befriending Your Inner Child . Brya discusses her model for connecting with your inner child when working through struggles. Through her “5 A’s” approach, she provides tools to help you and your family access your inner child and remember your dignity as children of God. You can learn mo...

We had the opportunity to interview host of the Seeking Excellence podcast, Nathan Crankfield. Nathan shares his views on masculinity, what it means to be a man, the struggles men face in society, the staggering statistics about the decline in men pursuing marriage and purpose, and the steps men can take to embrace their identity. Follow Nathan on Instagram @nathancrankfield and Youtube or listen...

Enjoy this rebroadcast with Jordan Langdon from Families of Character to discuss how we can cultivate a giving mindset in ourselves, with our spouses and in our children! Resources Found on Website : "The Best Me I Can Be" Kids Journal for kids age 5-11 to develop a GIVING Mindset Option to subscribe to Jordan's email newsletter for FREE weekly printables like our Giving Mindset printable, Grit In...

On today’s podcast, we spoke with Managing Director of Christ in the City, Blake Brouillette. Christ in the City is a formational organization for young adults who desire to bring Christ to the homeless in Denver and Philadelphia. Blake shares his personal experience of being a missionary as well as gives insights into the root of service from a relational and Christian viewpoint. Learn more about...

We had the privilege of speaking with Jeff Schiefelbein on the podcast. Jeff is the founder of the consulting firm, Undivided Life, which aims at making businesses more human through strategy and culture consulting. He shares his experience in business and how creating an environment within the work place directed towards serving others provides many avenues for success within companies. Jeff shar...

On today’s podcast, we are joined by social media expert, Katie Hinderer. Katie shares her knowledge of social media platforms and using them well in order to better help parents navigate the online world with their children. She highlights the specific virtues necessary for having a healthy balance of usage while also avoiding content that is negative. Katie’s experience and advice will help pare...

In this special in-person interview, we sat down with Maggie Eckburg, Chicago-based lifestyle photographer. From an early age, Maggie had a great love for photography, but it wasn’t until a health scare that she realized God’s desire for her to pursue this profession. Maggie shares how she found grace through the many hardships she faced and how she desires to capture the beautiful stories of her...

Continuing our discussion on beauty, we spoke with Cori Nations about her experience in photography and capturing special moments with families. Cori shares ideas on how to get children used to taking pictures as well as her favorite moments to capture during weddings and other times of family gatherings. Her expertise brings families together and keeps the joy of family life alive! You can view C...

As technology becomes increasingly more advanced, capturing those simple moments of life is more attainable for parents and families! Grace Galligan, professional photographer and videographer, shares insightful thoughts about capturing beauty through her work in film. Through years of practice and exploration, Grace has been able to create beautiful works of art through her knowledge of light and...

Certified Life Coach, Janet Quinlan shares her insights and expertise on creating a bright and cheerful home. She points out that making a home is not just about the physical environment but also the emotional and spiritual environment. This mother of 7 and life coach to mothers around the world, offers practical tips for building up all three of these environments so each member of the family fee...

During the month of April, the Fairest Love Podcast is focusing on beauty within the world, our homes, and our relationships. Today we are discussing how we can seek beauty in our daily lives through fine art. We are joined by George and Polly Capps, a sibling duo who founded Goretti Fine Art, an art studio dedicated to creating sacred artwork. George and Polly share their inspirations for their a...

In this special podcast episode, Fr. Luke Mata shares a reflection on how we can better accompany Christ in his Passion this Holy Week. We hope our followers have wonderful Easter! Subscribe to the Fairest Love newsletter for more podcasts, insightful blog posts, and updates!

DISCLAIMER: This episode contains some discussion of sensitive topics regarding trauma and different forms of abuse. Discretion is advised. In this episode of the Fairest Love Podcast, we discuss how parents can help children learn to heal and forgive after experiencing difficulties or trauma. Lindsey Zitzmann, a trauma-informed certified life coach, discusses the signs of trauma in children while...

This Lenten reflection from Fr. Luke Mata helps us to recenter our intentions for Lent. Through our daily sacrifices and opportunities to love God, we are able to convert our hearts and turn towards the Cross. Whether it’s the very beginning or more than halfway through, Lent is a time for conversion. We can always begin again! Subscribe  to the Fairest Love newsletter for more podcasts, insi...

DISCLAIMER: This episode contains the discussion of sensitive topics regarding pornography and addiction. Discretion is advised. Forgiveness is not one moment in the course of your relationship. It happens everyday and requires the conscious decision to allow the pain and hurt to be overcome by charity and healing. On today’s show, we are joined by Mary Lenaburg, author of  Be Brave in the Sc...

There are many instances throughout marriage where couples may grow in resentment and find it hard to forgive each other. Dr. Bob Schuchts, founder of the John Paul II Healing Center, shares with us how we can build the muscle of forgiveness through humility. He explains the powerful example that parents can be to their children by showing charity and patience to each other. The John Paul II Heali...

In this episode, we discuss the effects of pornography on marriages and how one can heal from this addiction. We are joined by Dr. Peter Kleponis, founder of Integrity Starts Here! — a program designed to help men and women recover from sexual addictions. Dr. Pete shares his insights on the nature of porn and how it affects the brain as well as how parents can protect their children from exposure....

Recognizing that a lot of challenges from in-laws may be rooted in misunderstanding or even unmet expectations, what better way to maneuver through those relationships than allowing for the benefit-of-the-doubt and a charitable acceptance of who they are? Janet Quinlan, certified life coach for mothers and women, explains how to navigate your relationships with in-laws, establish boundaries (on bo...

The Lenten season brings opportunities to reflect on many important aspects of our faith. Fr. Luke Mata offers a reflection on sin and the need for confession especially during this season of prayer and penance. May we seek forgiveness and desire to better imitate Christ! Subscribe  to the Fairest Love newsletter for more podcasts, insightful blog posts, and updates!

How might we better serve our families and children in a nurturing and holistic way? Jackie Mulligan, founder of Reform Wellness, discusses how having a Christ-centered approach to health and wellness creates a greater capacity for us to love and serve others. She shares how families can grow both physically and spiritually through building virtue and how to intentionally live for family members....

We begin the month of February looking at how we can overcome the sense of loneliness felt in relationships by developing a stronger emotional intimacy with those we are close to. Regina Boyd, licensed mental health and family therapist, discusses how our emotional connections are a core need within our relationships. She shares ideas on how to develop this emotional intimacy with our spouses and...

As we wrap up the month of new beginnings, we’re excited to share the advice and wisdom of Jonathan and Amanda Teixeira, founders of WalletWin. It is never too late to create financial goals as a family, and they will bring you much peace! Jonathan and Amanda share their suggestions for starting a budget and how to help your children grow in financial literacy so that everyone can be good stewards...

As we continue to form our resolutions and plans for the coming year, we are joined by Emily Jaminet who shares with us how the Sacred Heart can inspire us to grow in virtue and love for our families, friends, and neighbors. She shares the habits that make us more inclined to serve others and to be strong examples in the Church. You can purchase Emily’s book Holy Habits of the Sacred Heart and exp...

As adults, finding the time to read can be a challenge and oftentimes not a priority… but Marcie Stockman helps illuminate the importance of creating that time to read especially in community with others. Founder of the Well-Read Mom, Marcie shares with us how choosing quality literature and sharing conversations and questions with others helps in the growth of virtue and knowledge of truth. You c...

Beginning the New Year with resolutions and goals can be daunting, but Dr. Amber Curtis provides several practical tips and science-backed methods to encourage making schedules and keeping them! You can see more of the work Amber does to help women create solutions for the overwhelm by visiting her website solutionsforsimplicity.com or downloading her priorities playbook at bit.ly/pinpointyourprio...