The Joy of Transformation - Faith, Prayer, Catholic Church, Resilience, Self-Confidence

Today, Cathy Jo will interview Cheryl Zeilen-Ersing who is the Director of the Respect Life Office for the Diocese of Buffalo.  She will share her personal journey, as well as a variety of services offered through the Diocese of Buffalo Respect Life Office.  If you are in need of services or would like to donate time, supplies and or services, please contact: The Diocese of Buffalo Respect Life Of...

In today's episode, Cathy Jo will continue her interview Sarah Lindstrom from The Buffalo Diocese of Buffalo Respect Life Office.  Sarah is in charge of the St. Gianna Pregnancy Outreach Centers and will share some valuable information with us.  She talks about how and why she got involved, what kind of services St Gianna pregnancy outreach centers provides and how to contact St Gianna if you are...

In today's episode, Cathy Jo will interview Sarah Lindstrom from The Buffalo Diocese of Buffalo Respect Life Office.  Sarah is in charge of the St. Gianna Pregnancy Outreach Centers and will share some valuable information with us.  She talks about how and why she got involved, what kind of services St Gianna pregnancy outreach centers provides and how to contact St Gianna if you are in need of su...

Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo shares her journey to positive thinking.  She gives 10 ways she has learned to improve her practice of positive thinking.  She references books that may help in your efforts to improving your outlook and attitude and ways to help you choose our thoughts wisely.  She refers to books, including the Bible, where she quotes some scripture verses that pertain to improvi...

Cathy Jo shares 10 examples of exercises she has done through out her life.   And she gives 7 benefits you can receive from regular exercise.  Enjoy! Please write a review.  Share the link and join my free Facebook group, The Unplanned Joyful Life. And, for a free coaching session, contact Cathy Jo at cathylang716@gmail.com

Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo talks about the importance of spending time with family and friends.  She begins by sharing why she believes that she and Steve have been able to create a loving environment in order to be able to spend quality time with their children when they were young, and continue to enjoy time together with them as adults.  She talks about ways she spent time with family as...

Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo talks about the benefits of spending time outdoors.  Whether you spend this sacred time by yourself or with family and friends, it a great habit to improve your life on a daily basis.  Once you do, you will experience mental, emotional, physical and spiritual benefits that add to your overall wellbeing and quality of life! Thank you and God bless! Please Write a re...

In today's episode, Cathy Jo talks about the importance of SelfCare in regard to setting healthy boundaries for you and your family.  She shares some personal challenges and references if you'd like to learn more.  The books, "Boundaries" by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend, and "Simple Abundance" by Sarah an Breathnach are two highly recommended books when trying to find balance, harmony, au...

Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo talks about the importance of regular doctor's office visits for you and your family.  She talks about the importance of preventative healthcare.  And, she shares her experiences with Primary Doctors' office visits and touches on some medical Specialists as well.  She finishes the episode with 7 things that you can do to get the most out of regular office visits an...

In today's episode, Cathy Jo discusses the importance of medications if and when prescribed and taken appropriately.  And, and she discusses why some medications are taken.  She touches on a few examples of issues and medication practices that are important related to taking them for an effective result.  Finally, she shares 6 habits we can implement to benefit us most when being prescribed and wh...

Cathy Jo talks about the importance and challenges of eating a healthy and well balanced diet.  She acknowledges that everyone's personal needs are different.  But, she also speaks of the importance of eating a Whole Foods, Reasonably Sized Portions with a Variety of Color (helps to get in a variety of minerals and nutrients).  She refers to scripture reading: 2 Corinthians 12:9: "But he said to m...

Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo continues with the topic of self-care related to water-intake.  She touches on some of the reasons water is important, symptoms related to not getting enough water and things you can do to increase your daily water intake, now.  Please pray for Cathy Jo's mom, Mary Ellen. Contact Cathy Jo at cathylang716@gmail.com Join the free Facebook group: The Unplanned Joyful...

Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, Cathy Jo begins a series with a focus on Self-Care in order to be your best and do your best.  There is no better way to create a healthy routine than having God at the Center of it all.  Cathy Jo will give personal details of her own experience with morning prayer and how it has helped her through some of the most challenging times and...

Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo Speaks on Loneliness as it pertains to The Unplanned Joyful Life Journey.  The Holy Trinity (Father, Son and Holy Spirit) plays an important role in our lives for many reasons.  And, it can help us be transformed and renewed, providing us with the love, support and example we need in order to decrease loneliness and increase connection to our Heavenly Father and to...

In today's episode, Cathy Jo shares her experience with anxiety and panic that she suffered as a young mom and wife.  She explains how she was introduced to the 23rd psalm at the same time.  And, how She was able to mediate on its meaning.  Then, she was able to apply the meaning of the 23rd Psalm to combat and diminish the effects of anxiety and panic on her life at that time.  She refers to the...

Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, Cathy Jo talks about the importance of the 7 Sacraments of the Catholic Faith.  She summarizes each in her own words.  And, she invites you to a better understanding and practice of the sacraments in your life.   If this podcast resonates with you, Please: Write a review  Join Cathy Jo's free Facebook group, The Unplanned Joyful Life Con...

Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo talks about negative comments that she's experienced in regard to being a younger mom and wife after unplanned pregnancy.  She wants to acknowledge for you that these prejudices and stigmas are real.  And although, others might not understand or intend to be hurtful, it's something that we may often face as young moms and wives.  Cathy Jo includes 5 things that mig...

In today's episode of the Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, Cathy Jo encourages Reviews on Apple Podcast in order for The Unplanned Joyful Life to reach audiences that it's been created to support.  She clarifies her intention in creating the Podcast in serving younger moms and wives who've chosen this after an unplanned pregnancy.  And, she shares a couple experiences where she felt supported as a y...

Cathy Jo continues her conversation with Kaitlin Lang on Breastfeeding.  Kate shares resources, benefits, advice and words of wisdom that helped her.  And, they might help you too...Have formula n the home in case of an unforeseen circumstance, research, reach out for support and acknowledge feelings and frustrations.  And last but not least, if you're having a rough day, think of Dori in Finding...

In today's episode, Cathy Jo Lang talks with her daughter-in-law, Kaitlin Lang.  Kate, a mother of 3, shares details of her breastfeeding journey.  She includes personal experiences, struggles and triumphs.  We hope you will learn, benefit and share something from our conversation.  Thank you!  Cathylang716@gmail.com for a free 1:1 coaching session with Cathy Jo Join The Unplanned Joyful Life Free...

In today's episode, Cathy Jo takes time to reflect on Hebrews 11:1.  She shares how she finds balance in her life by leaving flexibility for God's calling on her life.  She touches on the importance of the Breastfeeding series that continues on the Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast.  She shares information about her Women's Weekend Retreats.  Cathy Jo touches on her business, Cathy Jo Lang LLC with a...

Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo and Mychaela continue their conversation regarding breastfeeding.  Mychaela adds more personal experience and insight onto the discussion we began in the last episode.  We touch on some advice and benefits of breastfeeding and some encouraging words for pregnant and breastfeeding moms.  And, we can't stress enough the importance of a breastfeeding class and/or  res...

In today's episode, Cathy Jo interviews Mychaela Henderson.  She is a mother of 4 who has had breastfeeding success with all four of her children.  We will learn why Mychaela chose to breastfeed, where she found resources and support and how she dealt with challenges as they arose.  Her interview is the first of 2 parts.  So we'll get to learn more from Mychaela in the next episode as well. Thank...

Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo will share valuable information she's learned over the years as a Maternal Child and NICU Registered Nurse and Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant.  She will share helpful information, suggest reading early in your pregnancy and taking a Breastfeeding class, as well as recommend supplies that are necessary and/or helpful.  Most importantly, she sug...

Inside today's episode of the Unplanned Joyful Life, Cathy Jo shares a general overview of her personal and professional Breastfeeding Journey.  From starting to breastfeed her first child tat age 19, to becoming certified an IBCLC and Trainer for The Baby Friendly Initiative.  Cathy Jo has been able to serve and support other women in a variety of settings.  And, she hopes this episodes gives you...