The Catholic Coaching Podcast

Got your eyes set on a goal or navigating a difficult season in life? In this episode, we dig deeper into what to do when the going gets tough. We also share some practical advice about:   - The powerless mindset that’s holding you back.   - Where to shift your locus of control.   - The simple choice you can make RIGHT NOW to stop quitting. Send us Fan Mail Support the show ____________________ ►...

Restlessness. It can get so strong you feel it right in your body. What’s making you restless? When you really start to unpack it, you discover underlying layers of thoughts and emotions. In this episode, we’ll show you how to unpack your restlessness so you can turn it into a drive for positive change. Send us Fan Mail Support the show ____________________ ► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia...

To find healing and connection in our lives, we need to be vulnerable. But doesn’t that mean opening yourself up to attack and harm? Not necessarily. Vulnerability does not mean you have to share everything with everyone. In this episode Erin joins her friend Karen Cruess, founder of Two Hearts for H.E.R. counseling for women, to explore what healthy vulnerability looks like. Send us Fan Mail Supp...

If you’re discerning God’s will for your life, you can make it harder than it needs to be. In this episode, we cover three tips to help you gain greater clarity about God’s will for you. So relax, take these thoughts to heart and move forward with confidence! Send us Fan Mail Support the show ____________________ ► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel ! ► Discover How Go...

Competition can make you focus on all the wrong things. You end up so frustrated with yourself, you never unlock your potential. We have a healthier approach. When you find yourself playing the comparison game, try the mindset shift we unpack in this episode so you (and your “competition”) can strive together toward a common goal, where everyone wins.    Send us Fan Mail Support the show _________...

Only 7% of people stick with their New Year’s resolutions. What sets them apart? Temperance. Did you just cringe when you read that? Maybe it’s because temperance feels more painful than it needs to. Whatever you plan to do for the new year, we explain how you can achieve it through the virtue of temperance — without all the internal drama. Send us Fan Mail Support the show ____________________ ►...

There are lots of great resources in the secular coaching world. We want to show you how to get the most out of them by bringing in a Catholic perspective. In this episode, we unpack the bestselling book “The Gap and The Gain.” It’s full of insights about how to celebrate the progress you make toward your goals, without getting disheartened by the journey still ahead. Tune in to learn how God’s gr...

’Tis the season for giving gifts like presents and money. But the best gift you can give to people is the gift of yourself. We love St. John Paul II’s quote that “man can only find himself through a sincere gift of self.” In this episode we talk about the key to making a gift of yourself to the people in your life: developing a clean mind. Send us Fan Mail Support the show ____________________ ► M...

Many of our coaching clients say they would be happier if they just had more time or money. Sound familiar? But the truth is, having either one won’t make us happier if we don’t have a healthy mindset about them. Time and money are valuable assets, yes. But if you want to stop feeling anxious and overwhelmed about them, it’s time to start protecting your most valuable asset: your mind. In this epi...

Does your relationship with money make you feel stressed? Frustrated? Powerless? If so, don’t miss our conversation with the hosts of the “Wallet Win” podcast. We use role-playing to expose the toxic mindsets that can cost you big-time — not just in your bank account, but also your well-being. See if you recognize any of these mindsets about money.    Send us Fan Mail Support the show ____________...

The holiday season is here! And you know what that means….getting together with your relatives. We know that’s not always easy. How can you enjoy the festivities when you all disagree on so many things? The answer doesn’t start with them. It starts with you! Learn how you can feel more connected with your loved ones without any of them having to change. Send us Fan Mail Support the show __________...

Do you experience discord with your spouse? It could be due to your hidden expectations of them. In this episode, we share the conversation we had on the “Journey to Marriage” podcast about marriage manuals: those unspoken rules or expectations we put on the people we love. If you find yourself thinking, “I would be happier with my partner if only he or she would do X,” what we’re about to tell yo...

We can’t wait to share some amazing stories with you in this episode! Join us as we talk to Metanoia Catholic Academy members about the 30-day goal challenge they recently completed. They explain how they did it, what they learned, and the way God used their seemingly simple goals to draw them into a deeper relationship with Him. Send us Fan Mail Support the show ____________________ ► Make sure t...

Catholics believe that every person is created for relationships. Yet we tend to make things complicated by how we relate to people. In this episode, we discuss the four “attachment styles” based on attachment theory. We explain what they are and how they fit into the Catholic view of human relationships. Once you know them, you can make your relationships healthier and more intimate. Send us Fan...

In this episode, we are joined by Leah Darrow, a former model-turned-Catholic speaker and coach! She has a passion for personal development and for her faith. Listen as she shares a ton of insights from her experience coaching women, including:   - Why Catholicism is all about self-development.   - Unpacking the “I can’t” mentality.   - A powerful exercise she does with women that inspires deep ch...

You can achieve a goal in 30 days. Yes, really. That’s what we’ve been doing this month alongside the folks in the Metanoia Catholic Academy. Of course, you need to renew your commitment on a daily basis as you face mental resistance. As we reach the halfway point of our own 30-day journey, we reflect on the goals we have each been pursuing. Then we share some advice for how to stay focused and mo...

Stop and think about the power of the word “Yes.” The word “Yes'' can end a war. It can kick off a new and exciting phase in life. It can create a saint! When you say “Yes” to God’s invitations to you, you can expect an abundant life. In today’s episode, we invite you to consider the power of “Yes” in your own life, and how to recognize where God is inviting you to say “Yes” today. Send...

We coach a lot of people who have trouble making decisions. Here’s what we’ve noticed: People get bogged down by weighing the morality of their options. But not every decision carries a moral weight. Sometimes you’re not choosing between a good and an evil, but rather between two goods. In this episode, we’ll teach you how to analyze the kinds of decisions you’re making, which will save you time a...

If you want to be happy, you need self-awareness. The saints talk about this a lot and with good reason! Growing in virtue and holiness requires you to be aware of the way you think and act. In this episode, we introduce you to a system we’ve been using with our clients. It involves five levels of awareness that will help you:  - Become more virtuous.  - Discern and do the will of God.  - Purge si...

“Burn the boats” is a common phrase in the coaching world. It comes from the story of conquistador Hernán Cortés burning his ships in order to prevent his men from abandoning their quest to conquer Mexico. The idea is that once you make a decision, you go all in and never look back. Sounds inspiring, right? But here’s the catch: “Burning the boats” isn’t always a prudent decision. In this episode...

Do you like what you learn from this podcast? Perhaps you’ve thought about becoming a Catholic life coach yourself. Now you can! Get professionally trained to be a Catholic life coach in four months with our Purgative Way Coaching Program. This episode is the presentation we gave at our recent training webinar. We’ll tell you how the program works, what you’ll learn, and why this is a unique and i...

Do you struggle to make decisions and actively pursue your goals? It’s common for people to think they’re being active, but they’re really stuck in a mode of perpetual discernment or researching information.  In this episode, we talk about ways you can be truly active while avoiding three mistakes: leaving out God, acting rashly and relying too much on yourself. If you’re ready to make serious pro...

We live in a world where people are quick to say that certain events (and even life itself) are meaningless. But Viktor Frankl, the famous psychiatrist, and Holocaust survivor believed every human has the capacity to find meaning in life. And yet, if you go looking for meaning in things you can’t control, you can end up deeply bitter or depressed. In this episode we discuss our responsibility for...

We’re excited to host Catholic author and psychologist Dr. Kevin Vost on our podcast! In this episode, he walks us through his book “The Catholic Guide to Loneliness.” The phenomenon of loneliness is spreading worldwide — researchers have been talking about it for the last ten years! Fortunately, the Catholic Faith can teach us a lot about what to do when we feel lonely. Join us as we explore the...

Have you ever been disappointed or let the fear of disappointment keep you from taking action? We know how that feels. This episode was inspired by a disappointment I experienced. By getting honest about the good, the bad, and the ugly, we can all learn what to do about disappointment and stay on track with God’s amazing plans! Send us Fan Mail Support the show ____________________ ► Make sure to...