The Power of Daily Boundaries
In order to know how to spend our time, we have to think about what deserves our time, then craft our daily routines around those priorities. Here's what living as a Franciscan friar taught me about t... ...more
Healthy Living ,Stress
January 18, 2024•6 min read
WWJF: What Would Jesus Feel? (And Why It Matters For Us)
Explore Jesus' emotional journey in the Gospel, discovering how he navigated feelings, found peace, and set an example for embracing emotions in alignment with faith and God's love. ...more
Anxiety ,Faith
January 10, 2024•3 min read
Rethinking New Year's Resolutions: What's Your Starting Point?
New Year's resolutions: Shift focus from fixing imperfections to embracing God's unconditional love. Rather than striving for unattainable perfection, start from a place of self-acceptance. Embrace co... ...more
Healthy Living ,Identity &Faith
December 28, 2023•4 min read
One Omission and Three False Dichotomies in the Vatican "Declaration"
You've probably seen mention of the latest publication on the Vatican website regarding Pope Francis's response to questions regarding the blessing of couples in "irregular situations." Did the Church... ...more
Relationships ,Gender and Sexuality Faith &Popular
December 21, 2023•17 min read
Is it Love?
Exploring infatuation vs. love, delving into Pope St. John Paul II's insights on attractions and relationships. Unpacking the evolution of attraction, its link to healing wounds, and its impact on lon... ...more
Healthy Living ,Relationships Healing &Dating
September 06, 2023•6 min read
How to Spot Emotional Abuse
While physical abuse is more overt and easy to recognize, emotional or psychological abuse proves more complicated and difficult to pinpoint. Here are a few common signs to help illuminate when a rela... ...more
Abuse ,Human Dignity &Relationships
August 29, 2023•7 min read
Stayin' Alive: The Fourth Superpower of the Female Brain
Article on female brain strengths focusing on conscientiousness linked to the prefrontal cortex size. Larger PFC relates to better decision-making and longevity. It clarifies differences without asser... ...more
Catholic Psychology ,Femininity &Body-Spirit Integration
August 14, 2023•5 min read
Collaboration: The Third Superpower of the Female Brain
Highlighting female collaboration as a superpower. Science-backed insights on women's stronger group performance, empathy, and collaboration. Emphasizing gender diversity's importance and unique contr... ...more
Catholic Psychology ,Femininity &Body-Spirit Integration
August 14, 2023•5 min read
Worry: The Fifth Superpower of the Female Brain
Ffeminine brain strengths with focus on 'concern' vs. 'worry'. Explores how female brains assess, predict, & process outcomes, tied to brain structure differences. Discusses healthy vs. excessive worr... ...more
Catholic Psychology ,Femininity &Body-Spirit Integration
August 14, 2023•6 min read