Persistence in Prayer with Kylie Hein

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Persistence in Prayer, Kylie Hein welcomes ADHD life coach Kamala Randhawa, as they discuss the contradictions of culture and faith this Advent, and what one thing you need to focus on this season to maintain your interior peace. Kamala discusses her work helping people overcome the perception of ADHD as a disability and instead embrace their unique gifts as man...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Persistence in Prayer podcast, host Kylie Hein, a Catholic Mindset coach, shares a surreal and touching story of an unexpected encounter during her late-night adoration at church. She reflects on how the presence of an open casket at 1:00 AM prompted her to think deeply about preparing for the eternal and the importance of praying for lost souls.  Kylie goes...

Send us Fan Mail In episode #83 of the Persistence in Prayer podcast, Kylie Hein is joined by Anne Watson, a licensed social worker trained in EMDR therapy.  Anne and Kylie delve into the topic of perfectionism and control, discussing how these issues often stem from deep-seated beliefs or past experiences. Anne shares her personal journey, including her transition from running a nonprofit to beco...

Send us Fan Mail "If you put your full day in God's hand, you're in for one heck of a ride. It is never going to be boring!" - Gina Morton In this episode of the Persistence in Prayer podcast, host Kylie Hein welcomes Gina Morton, a professional declutterer, budgeting and mindset coach, and Catholic philanthropist.  Gina emphasizes how we can discover ourselves and our wounds b...

Send us Fan Mail In this compelling episode, Kylie is joined by Megan Hjelmstad, a wife, hockey mom, army veteran, Catholic writer, and speaker, who's dedicated to guiding women in embracing their God-given dignity and deepening their prayer lives. Megan shares her multifaceted journey through life, accentuated by her forthcoming book on redemptive suffering—a concept she beautifully unpacks...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Persistence in Prayer podcast, Kylie Hein welcomes guest Belinda Terro Mooney. Belindais an author, Catholic coach, speaker, adjunct professor of human services, widow, and mother of seven. She shares her journey of deepening her relationship with God through prayer while homeschooling her children as a secular Carmelite. The conversation delves into the tra...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's self-improvement episode of the Persistence in Prayer podcast, host Kylie Hein interviews certified Catholic mindset coach, Mitzi Moore.  Building on the advice of St. Pope John Paul II, they discuss practical liturgical living and the impact of integrating the lives of the saints into our daily routines.  Mitzi offers inspiring anecdotes about minimalism, the...

Send us Fan Mail In this compelling episode of the Persistence in Prayer podcast, host Kylie Hein converses with Julia Miller, a mother of five and a retired wedding florist with a profound dedication to the rosary. As October is celebrated as the month of the rosary, Julia recounts remarkable personal anecdotes and spiritual insights tied to praying the rosary and Mary's 15 promises. Kylie a...

Send us Fan Mail Do you ever struggle to put your worth first? Or found yourself believing that lie that you are burden for simply advocating for your needs? In this episode of the Persistence in Prayer podcast, host Kylie Hein welcomes special guest, and self-proclaimed fellow "achiever," Sophia Labano. Sophia, a business management graduate and MBA holder, shares her inspiring journey...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Persistence in Prayer podcast, host and coach Kylie Hein, is joined by professional-development expert Nicole DeMiglio. Nicole is a highly regarded coach, trainer, and facilitator. As the owner of DeMiglio Coaching and Consulting, Nicole passionately helps people remove limits from their lives through encouragement, prayer, and accountability.  Listen in as...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when we don’t celebrate?  We lose motivation. We increase our likelihood for stress and burnout because we don’t ever see progress. We develop a perfectionist mindset and cultivate the neural pathways that say, “It’s not good enough, you’re not good enough, nothing is good enough.” We start doubting ourselves. Ultimately, we start ignoring God’s graces. We stop pausin...

Send us Fan Mail How many lies a day do you tell yourself that connect your productivity to your worth? Do you even realize that you are doing it? Perhaps the voice in your head sounds like... "Don't let them see you sitting down." "You can't even provide for your own family" "You know you shouldn't take a break. You don't have time." "They&ap...

Send us Fan Mail In this  episode Persistence in Prayer , host Kylie Hein welcomes Ginny Kochis, a Catholic wife, mom of three twice-exceptional children, former high school English teacher, and adjunct professor. Ginny shares her journey of embracing her neurodivergent children’s unique traits and finding her own path to spiritual fulfillment.  Start listening to hear more on... Navigating the ch...

Send us Fan Mail This episode is for all of the women who often find themselves in patterns of striving for praise, perfection, and self-reliance. Host, Kylie Hein, is joined by Airriaunte Mercer who shares her powerful conversion story, detailing her spiritual journey from a Pentecostal charismatic background through reformed Presbyterian beliefs, and eventually embracing Catholicism.  Airriaunte...

Send us Fan Mail Do you have relationships where one of you always seems to be pushing the other's internal buttons?  In this episode, we talking about all of the factors that come into play when we are in relationship with other people. The things that irk, that things that hurt, and the things that tell us it is time to let go! Host Kylie Hein is joined by Eileen Tully, founder of Sorsom Ko...

Send us Fan Mail In this pivotal episode, Kylie Hein hosts Karen Herbert, a Catholic coach, teacher, and public speaker, to explore the critical topic of self-compassion for high-achieving Catholic women. Balancing personal, professional, and spiritual lives often brings an overwhelming amount of self-criticism. Karen offers valuable insights drawn from theology, positive psychology, and her own j...

Send us Fan Mail Do you ever feel like you are crushing it at work life, motherhood, and being an incredible wife on day, and then completely letting every plate come crashing to the ground the next… and the next, and the next.. only to reset and then do it all over again? Do you ever wonder why that happens or how you can get out of that cycle?  In this episode of the Persistence in Prayer podcas...

Send us Fan Mail What does it mean to be a woman? In today’s society, you may get various answers to this question.     In this episode I am joined by wife, mother, and author, Stacy Halbach. Stacy depicts ... how we can better understand the beauty of our femininity as goal oriented and high-achieving women how can we lean on our femininity to help us love who we are as achievers, while not falli...

Send us Fan Mail When I’ve asked women in the past about what is holding them back from pursuing the thing that they are convicted God is calling them to, money is often a top response. I hear things like, "There is such a lack of certainty about the exact plan…I would need to quit my full time job with a dependable salary to make it work and I have a fear of letting my family down” Or “Money...

Send us Fan Mail Why is it that as vastly skilled, high-achieving women, we doubt ourselves SO much… Perhaps you can relate to feeling like the most confident women in the room one minute and the most insecure the next. In this episode, my guest is going to share about her own confidence struggle, and how she continues to work through it with the help of our Blessed Mother. I am joined by author a...

Send us Fan Mail Do you struggle with putting yourself in uncomfortable circumstances, even when you know they are necessary? Maybe you feel like you will be judged, you'll hinder your credibility if you don't have the right answer, or you'll look "stupid." A few years back when I was still working in the classroom, I was asked to present to our diocese, a talk on getting...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever thought to yourself, “Something must be wrong with me?” Everyone else seems to have their life figured out. They know how to balance work and marriage and kids and prayer and exercise, and I’m over here like a dumpster fire on rollerblades just trying not to light everyone else on fire! If so, you are in good company! Being swamped, stretched too thin, and questionin...

Send us Fan Mail Did you know that according to the Mayo Clinic, letting go of grudges and bitterness can make way for improved health and peace of mind. Forgiveness can lead to: Healthier relationships. Improved mental health. Less anxiety, stress and hostility. Fewer symptoms of depression. Lower blood pressure. A stronger immune system. Improved heart health. Improved self-esteem. And yet, whil...

Send us Fan Mail We know from scripture and the way that Jesus taught that stories make an impact. They just hit in a different way than let’s say, reading a timeline or science report. And yet, I have a feeling that at some point or another, you’ve doubted the significance of your own story; the worthiness of your own voice. In this episode professional speaking coach and story consultant Emanuel...

Send us Fan Mail There is a difference between a spiritual battle and a natural battle. Yet, sometimes, it's difficult to distinguish the difference because they both can take an emotional toll.  When you don’t feel well, it can be tough to pray. When you go the people you're supposed to be able to trust and you can’t find answers, you may start to despair - which by the way, is a sin ag...