The Catholic Coaching Podcast

How do you know if a desire is really from God?In this episode of the Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin continue their discernment series by diving into one of the most important spiritual questions: how to discern your desires.After exploring the idea that desires themselves are not bad, this episode walks through practical ways to evaluate where your desires are coming from, what emotional tone is fueling them, and whether they are leading you toward greater freedom and relationship with God.In this episode, we discuss:• How to discern whether a desire is from God• The difference between holy longing and desperation• Peaceful clarity vs anxious urgency• Ordered zeal vs chaotic striving• Why unexplored desires become dangerous• How attachment distorts discernment• The emotional “tone” behind desires• Why God is not afraid of what you want• How desires reveal deeper needs and longings• The importance of surrender in discernment• How to uncover the core desire beneath surface desiresJesus asks, “What do you seek?”That question is not meant to shame us. It is an invitation into relationship.Many of us either suppress our desires or chase them impulsively. But true discernment means bringing those desires honestly before the Lord and allowing Him to reveal what is underneath them.If you’ve ever struggled with confusion, emotional urgency, fear, attachment, or wondering whether your desires can be trusted, this episode will give you practical tools for discernment and deeper prayer.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Can you actually change your desires?In this episode of the Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin continue their discernment series by exploring the role of desire in the spiritual life.Many Catholics feel suspicious of desire, as if wanting something automatically means it is selfish, disordered, or opposed to God’s will. But desire itself is not the enemy. Unexplored desire is often what keeps us stuck.In this episode, we discuss:* What desire actually is* Why desire is morally neutral* The difference between ordered and disordered desires* Why God is not afraid of what you want* How unexplored desires can lead us away from God* Why your desires are not fixed forever* How neuroplasticity helps explain changing desire* How attention, habit, identity, and contemplation shape what we want* Why bringing desire to the Lord can lead to freedomJesus asks, “What do you seek?” That question is not meant to shame us. It is an invitation into deeper relationship, purification, and freedom.If you feel stuck, unmotivated, ashamed of what you want, or unsure how your desires fit into God’s will, this episode will help you begin bringing those desires into prayer.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

How do you know if something you receive in prayer is actually from God?In this episode of the Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin continue their discernment series by walking through how to test spiritual promptings, private revelations, interior movements, and words received in prayer.Building on the previous episode about prayer language, they explain how to bring what you receive back into dialogue with God, ask for interpretation, test the spirit, and look at the fruits over time.In this episode, we discuss:• How to discern God’s voice from your own thoughts• Why St. Paul tells us to “test every spirit”• How to avoid acting too quickly on strong spiritual experiences• The importance of tone, freedom, humility, and fruit• How to ask God for interpretation and application• Why good counsel matters in discernment• How to know whether a prompting leads to peace, charity, clarity, and deeper communion with GodIf you’ve ever wondered, “Is this God, me, or the enemy?” this episode will give you practical tools for discerning what you hear in prayer.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Have you ever felt like God speaks to everyone… except you?In this episode of the Catholic Coaching Podcast, we break down how to actually hear God’s voice in prayer — in a way that’s simple, practical, and grounded in Catholic teaching.This is Part 1 of our series on discernment:👉 First, you need to learn how to hear God👉 Then, you can learn how to discern His voiceWe introduce the concept of “prayer language” — the unique way God communicates with you — and show how understanding this can completely transform your prayer life.You’ll learn:• Why hearing God can feel confusing or frustrating• The difference between Logos (Scripture) and Rhema (personal word)• The 4 primary ways God speaks to us:    - Visual (images, imagination)    - Auditory (words, inner dialogue)    - Kinesthetic (feelings, movement)    - Cognitive (insight, understanding)• How to enter into mental prayer more easily• Why your distractions might actually be doorways into prayerIf you’ve struggled with prayer, felt stuck, or assumed you “just don’t hear God” — this episode will change that.Next episode: How to Discern What You’re Hearing 👀Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Are you stuck in the “miserable maybes”?In this episode of the Catholic Coaching Podcast, we continue our discernment series by making St. Ignatius of Loyola’s discernment process practical for real life decisions.Whether you’re discerning:•a career change•your college major•a relationship•vocation•a big next step in lifethis episode will help you move from confusion toward clarity.We cover:•the 3 modes of discernment from St. Ignatius•why most people get stuck in endless “discernment”•how to establish holy indifference•how to make a pros-and-cons list in a truly Ignatian way•how to evaluate responsibilities, resources, talents, and desires•how to use the “deathbed” and “judgment seat of Christ” perspectives•how to know when a decision is confirmedDiscernment is not just about making a decision. It is about deepening your relationship with God and learning how to unite your will with His.If you’ve been asking:“What is God’s will for my life?”this episode is for you.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

If you’ve ever asked, “What is God’s will for my life?” or “How do I discern God’s voice from my own?” this episode is for you.In this episode of the Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin begin a new series on Catholic discernment and walk through the foundations of how discernment actually works. Using the wisdom of St. Ignatius of Loyola, they explain the three modes of discernment and how God often leads us through relationship, consolation, desolation, and reason.We also talk about why so many people say they are “discerning” when they are really just stuck, confused, or going in circles.In this episode, we cover:•what discernment actually is•why discernment is about relationship, not just decision-making•the three modes of discernment from St. Ignatius•the difference between consolation and desolation•why first-mode discernment is rare•how reason plays a role in third-mode discernment•how to begin discerning big decisions with GodThis is especially helpful if you are discerning:•dating or breaking up•vocation or religious life•marriage•career changes•college decisions•major life transitionsIf this episode helps you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who is trying to discern God’s will.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

What do you do when you realize you’re being manipulated?In this episode of The Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin continue their conversation on psychological operations (PSYOPs) by answering the next big question:How do you get out of one?If fear, outrage, urgency, or confusion are being used to shape your thoughts, emotions, and behavior, you are not powerless. As Catholics, we are called to renew our minds, think critically, and bring our intellect into conformity with truth.In this episode, we cover: • what a PSYOP is • why fear shuts down critical thinking • how manipulation compromises free will • why media pressure loops are so powerful • how to separate facts from interpretation • how to slow down urgency and reclaim language • how to spiritually realign with truth, peace, and freedomThis episode is about more than politics or media. It’s about custody of the mind, spiritual warfare, and learning how to live in the freedom Christ gave you.If you missed last week’s episode on how to identify a PSYOP, go back and listen to that one first.If this episode helps you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who wants to think clearly and live freely.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

How Your Thoughts Are Being Controlled (And What to Do About It)Are you really thinking for yourself?In this episode of The Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin dive into a powerful and often overlooked topic: psychological operations (PSYOPs) and how they influence your thoughts, emotions, and behavior.As Catholics, we are called to renew our minds and live in truth. But in a world filled with messaging, media, and constant information, it’s easy to unknowingly absorb ideas that shape how we think—and ultimately how we live.This episode connects: • psychological operations (PSYOPs) • critical thinking and mindset • spiritual warfare of the mindWe break down: • what a PSYOP actually is • how manipulation differs from healthy influence • how your beliefs and identity can be targeted • why freedom requires intentional thinking • how to recognize when your mind is being shaped without your awarenessIf you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, confused, or like your thoughts aren’t entirely your own—this episode will help you step back, think clearly, and reclaim your freedom.Your mind matters. Your freedom matters. Truth matters.If this episode helps you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs clarity.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

How to Find Peace at the Foot of the Cross | Ignatian DiscernmentFeeling "better" doesn't always mean you've found God's will. Often, the enemy mimics peace to stop our spiritual growth, leading us toward "relief" (the removal of pressure) rather than true "Peace" (the tranquility of order).In today's episode, we dive deep into the Ignatian tools for discernment. Whether you are facing a career change, a relationship struggle, or a vocational question, these tests will help you stay grounded in Christ even when the "cross" appears.In this video, we cover:• The Cross Test: Does your peace remain even when things get difficult?• The Depth Test: Is your peace rooted beneath your emotions or just on the surface?• The Truth Test: Are you being honest about all the facts, or just justifying avoidance? • The Detachment Test: Are you a “reed blowing in the wind,” or are you clinging to one outcome?• The Time Test: Why you should never make a major decision during an emotional swing.• Reflection Question: “Does this decision move me toward God, or merely away from discomfort?”Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

What’s the difference between God’s peace and emotional relief?In this episode of The Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin talk about one of the most important discernment mistakes people make: confusing relief with peace.Relief can feel good in the moment. It can feel like pressure is gone, tension has lifted, or discomfort has stopped. But that does not always mean a decision is from God.Peace is different.True peace is deeper, steadier, and rooted in truth, surrender, and right relationship with God. It can remain even when a decision still feels difficult, sacrificial, or scary.In this conversation, we cover: • the difference between peace and relief • why relief can be misleading in discernment • how the enemy can mimic peace through relief • why fear and discomfort do not automatically mean you are outside God’s will • examples from our own lives where relief and peace felt very differentIf you are trying to discern God’s will, make a big decision, or grow in spiritual maturity, this episode will help you slow down and listen more carefully.If this episode helps you, please like, subscribe, and share it with a friend.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

In this episode of the Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt & Erin sit down with Lisa Brenninkmeyer, founder of Walking With Purpose, one of the most influential Catholic women’s Bible studies in the world.Lisa shares the origin story of Walking With Purpose (started during nap time as a small group of moms!) and the principles that helped it grow through grassroots evangelization—without losing the heart of the mission.We talk about:•How to create a judgment-free Bible study culture (and why “hot button topics” can derail discipleship)•Why leadership formation matters more than “warm body” volunteering•Why ministry is lonely—and how coaching/support prevents burnout•The biggest poverty in lay leadership: many haven’t heard the Gospel proclaimed compellingly•“Restore the initiative to God” (and why prayer changes strategy)•What it looks like to love first, especially when reaching the margins•How to hold family vocation + mission in the right tensionLisa also shares details about the Flourish Conference in St. Louis:📍 Flourish Conference (Walking With Purpose)🗓 April 17–19, 2026 | St. Louishttps://walkingwithpurpose.com/event/flourish-2026-wwp-womens-conference/🔗 Learn more about Walking With Purpose:walkingwithpurpose.comIf this episode encouraged you, like, subscribe, and share it with a woman who needs hope, identity, and mission right now.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Why You Keep Self-Sabotaging (More Thinking Errors Explained)Self-sabotage doesn’t just show up in habits — it shows up in how we think.In this episode of the Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin continue their series on self-sabotage by unpacking more cognitive distortions — the thinking errors that quietly distort reality and keep old belief systems in place.These distortions feel true.They sound logical.They even feel protective.But they often:•Strain relationships•Create shame and resentment•Fuel anxiety and overwhelm•Reinforce limiting identity beliefs•Keep you stuck in self-sabotageIn this episode, we cover:•Mind reading & jumping to conclusions•Fortune telling•Magnification & minimization•Emotional reasoning (“I feel it, so it’s true”)•Should statements•Labeling & mislabeling•Personalization & blameYou’ll learn practical coaching tools like:•How to separate facts from interpretations•How to challenge “should” thinking•How to reclaim your locus of control•How to replace presumption with curiosity•How to dismantle identity-based labelsThis is the fourth episode in our Belief Series — and these tools are foundational for real growth.If you’re tired of feeling stuck, overwhelmed, resentful, or constantly second-guessing yourself… this episode will help.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Why You Keep Self-Sabotaging (And How to Stop)Have you ever had a goal you wanted to pursue… but something in you kept pulling the brakes?That’s self-sabotage—and in this episode of the Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin explain what’s happening beneath the surface: cognitive distortions (thinking errors… aka lies) that quietly keep your belief system stuck in place.They use a powerful analogy: your mind is like an operating system. If you avoid the “software updates,” the bugs don’t disappear—they grow… until your system starts breaking down.In this episode, you’ll learn:•Why self-sabotage often feels protective (but blocks growth)•What cognitive distortions are and how they reinforce beliefs•How distortions create shame, perfectionism, overwhelm, and paralysis•A Catholic lens on truth, the intellect, and freedom (Aquinas + CBT)•Real examples of common distortions, including:•All-or-nothing thinking (“If it’s not perfect, I’m a failure.”)•Black-and-white moral labeling (“If I’m not a perfect Christian, I’m a hypocrite.”)•Overgeneralization (“This always happens… it’ll never change.”)•Mental filtering (obsessing over the 2% you missed)•Discounting the positive (“That doesn’t count… it was a fluke.”)And most importantly: you’ll get practical coaching tools you can use on yourself (or with clients) to start dismantling these thought patterns and step into a healthier, truth-aligned mindset.This is the first of two episodes where we go deep on cognitive distortions—so make sure you’re subscribed for the next one.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

How to Create New Beliefs (The Belief Ladder Explained)Why doesn’t positive thinking work?In this episode of the Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin continue their series on beliefs by teaching The Belief Ladder—a gentle, structured way to create new beliefs without forcing yourself to believe something you don’t yet believe.Last episode, we talked about how to challenge and break old beliefs.This week, we focus on the other half of the work: intentionally building new beliefs that lead to real, lasting change.You’ll learn:•Why you can’t jump straight from a limiting belief to an ideal one•What a ladder belief is (and why it works)•How God designed the mind to change through evidence, repetition, and safety•The 7 steps of the Belief Ladder:•Goal-setting with God•Identifying your current stuck belief•Naming the identity you’re becoming•Creating believable “adjacent possible” thoughts•Building process beliefs•Gathering real evidence•Anchoring new identity beliefs•Why shame, perfectionism, and self-gaslighting keep people stuck•How to grow into a new identity without rejecting where you are nowThis process is especially powerful if you struggle with:•Self-doubt or shame•Perfectionism•Consistency and discipline•Fear of change•“I know what I should believe, but I don’t yet”👉 If you haven’t listened to last week’s episode on breaking old beliefs, we recommend starting there—these two episodes work together.And if you want support walking through this process, visit the Metanoia Catholic coach directory and connect with a trained Catholic mindset coach.👍 Like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who feels stuck on the bottom rung.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Ever notice this? You start walking toward something you know God is calling you to… and suddenly your mind floods with “I can’t,” “I’m not capable,” “I’ll fail,” “I’m an imposter.”That’s not random—it’s often a belief system at work.In this episode, Matt and Erin begin a brand-new series on The Power of Beliefs—and how to actually change them through Catholic mindset coaching (with Jesus, not willpower alone).We cover: • What a belief is (and why it’s more than “just a thought”) • Beliefs vs. thoughts: renters vs. residents • Why beliefs can feel like facts (even when they’re not) • How beliefs shape identity (“I am / I am not…”) • The mind’s “filter” that looks for evidence to confirm what you already believe • Why beliefs often feel protective… until you look at the fruit • A practical process to start shifting beliefs:    1. Believe change is possible    2. Trace where the belief leads (feelings → actions → results)    3. Diffuse (“I notice I’m believing…”)    4. Challenge with humble questions (“How might I be wrong?”)If you’ve ever felt stuck in the same patterns—anger, procrastination, people-pleasing, emotional eating, fear, avoidance—there’s often a deeper belief underneath it.👉 And if you want support, check out the coach directory at Metanoia Catholic  and walk through this work with someone trained to help you untangle it.Find a coach here - https://www.metanoiacatholic.com/certified-catholic-coaches👍 Like & subscribe – God Bless!Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Dating a Phlegmatic | Catholic TemperamentsDating (or married to) a phlegmatic? This episode is for you.Matt and Erin continue our Temperaments in Dating series with a deep dive into the phlegmatic temperament—aka the steady, loyal, harmony-loving “glue” in so many relationships. We walk through practical do’s and don’ts that can help you avoid unnecessary conflict, communicate better, and create an environment where a phlegmatic can actually flourish.You’ll learn:•Why rushing or pressuring a phlegmatic backfires•How criticism can make them withdraw•Why drama/instability drains them fast•The truth behind “they’re lazy” (they’re usually just conserving                energy)•How to invite vulnerability without forcing it•How quiet resentment builds—and how to prevent it•The phlegmatic superpower: steadfastness + consistencySend us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Dating a Melancholic | Catholic TemperamentsIn this episode of the Catholic Coaching Podcast, we continue our Temperaments in Dating series with the Melancholic temperament.If you’re a Catholic single dating someone who’s melancholic (or you are melancholic), this one will help you sidestep common pitfalls—like dismissing emotions, rushing decisions, or taking silence personally—and replace them with practical “do’s” that build trust, clarity, and real connection.We talk about: • The biggest don’ts when dating a melancholic • How to validate emotions without validating the story • Why melancholics need time to process decisions • How to handle perfectionism and high ideals in a healthy way • What actually helps them feel safe, seen, and understoodSend us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Dating a Sanguine can be amazing… and also confusing if you don’t understand what they need.In this episode of the Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin continue their Temperaments & Dating series with the Sanguine temperament—sharing practical do’s and don’ts to help Catholic singles build connection, avoid common triggers, and date with clarity.You’ll learn:• Why criticism and judgment can shut a Sanguine down• Why Sanguines react strongly to feeling controlled or “boxed in”• How to avoid unnecessary conflict by respecting their need for freedom• Why their playfulness isn’t shallowness• How to connect through joy, creativity, and emotional expression• Simple ways to be more engaging on dates (even if you’re introverted)👍 Like & subscribe — next up: Melancholic and Phlegmatic.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Dating can feel intense—especially when strong personalities, clear goals, and big expectations enter the picture.In this episode of the Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin kick off a new Temperaments & Dating series by focusing on the Choleric temperament and what Catholic singles need to know when dating one (or discovering they are one).You’ll learn:•How Cholerics approach dating, goals, and commitment•The biggest do’s and don’ts that either build connection or create                 tension•Why directness, ambition, and intensity can be gifts—or triggers•How to communicate clearly without overthinking or people-                pleasing•How to discern a relationship without rushing or forcing outcomesThis episode is designed to help Catholic singles:•Understand what’s happening under the hood•Stop taking things personally that aren’t personal•Date with curiosity, confidence, and virtue📌 Take the Temperament Assessment https://metanoiacatholic.typeform.com/thetemps?typeform-source=www.metanoiacatholic.com#temperaments_assessment=xxxxx📌 Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) https://lead.metanoiacatholic.com/temperament-communication-guide-free-download-catholic-dating?hs_preview=oHgusoCq-201907910826Subscribe for more Catholic coaching on dating, discernment, relationships, and interior freedom.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

In this episode of the Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt sits down with Catholic therapist Dr. Gerry Crete to talk about a growing challenge in today’s mental health conversations: the overuse and misunderstanding of psychological language.Words like trauma, narcissism, abuse, and mental health are being used more than ever—but are we always using them correctly?Together, they explore: • When therapy language helps—and when it harms • The difference between real trauma and ordinary human struggle • Why labeling too quickly can actually block healing • How to recognize when someone truly needs professional support • The difference between coaching, therapy, and spiritual direction • How compassion, discernment, and humility restore clarityDr. Crete also shares insights from his work as a therapist, author of Litanies of the Heart, and founder of Souls & Hearts, helping listeners understand how healing, faith, and psychology work together—not against each other.If you’ve ever wondered whether something is “trauma,” struggled with self-diagnosis, or felt confused about where coaching ends and therapy begins, this episode will bring clarity and peace.🎧 Listen in and learn how to approach healing with wisdom, humility, and hope.👉 Meet us at SEEK in ColumbusWe’ll be offering live dating mindset coaching at the Candid Dating booth—alongside Catholic speed dating events designed to foster authentic encounter.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

In this Christmas episode of the Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin unpack the hidden Christian message woven into these beloved classics. Through a mindset-coaching lens, they explore how these stories reveal conversion, repentance, gratitude, and redemption—even though they’re not explicitly religious films.Using the idea of metanoia (a deep interior shift of heart and mind), they break down: • George Bailey’s journey from bitterness and sacrifice to gratitude                 and joy • Ebenezer Scrooge’s conversion through memory, compassion, and                 foresight • How entitlement, resentment, and scarcity blind us to what’s                 already good • Why gratitude is the gateway to freedom and renewal • How these stories model Ignatian reflection and discernmentMatt and Erin also show how every great story echoes the Greatest Story Ever Told—the story of redemption written on every human heart.This episode will help you: • Understand why these movies resonate so deeply • Learn how to “watch with spiritual eyes” • Apply the same reflective tools to your own life through journaling                 and prayerWhether you’re watching on Christmas Eve, during the Octave of Christmas, or any time of year, this conversation invites you to rediscover the hope, joy, and conversion that Christmas offers—right now.🎄 Merry Christmas from the Catholic Coaching Podcast.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Dating as a Catholic—especially in college—can feel overwhelming, confusing, and high-pressure. Between time constraints, expectations, fear of temptation, and the desire to “do it right,” many people end up stuck or avoiding dating altogether.In this episode of the Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin coach through real survey responses from Catholic college students who shared their biggest struggles with dating. Using a mindset-coaching lens, they unpack the thoughts and beliefs that quietly block freedom, clarity, and authentic connection.Topics include: • Time management and the belief that relationships are “too much work” • Unrealistic expectations of holiness and “being on fire for God” • Disappointment, rejection, and hearing “I’m not ready for a relationship” • Fear of temptation, lust, and avoiding dating altogether • How unspoken rules and internal manuals create pressure and anxietyMatt and Erin explore how to approach dating not as a problem to solve or a finish line to reach—but as an opportunity for formation and encounter. They also discuss how processing emotions, clarifying expectations, and surrendering control can lead to healthier, more virtuous relationships.This episode is especially helpful for Catholic college students, young adults, and anyone preparing for SEEK or navigating dating with faith and intention.👉 Meet us at SEEK in ColumbusWe’ll be offering live dating mindset coaching at the Candid Dating booth—alongside Catholic speed dating events designed to foster authentic encounter.Subscribe for more Catholic coaching on dating, discernment, relationships, and interior freedom.🎧 Listen to the full Virtuous Influencing & Dating series on the Catholic Coaching Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.👉 Subscribe for more Catholic mindset coaching on dating, discernment, vocation, and daily life.► Learn more about Candid Dating and upcoming events: https://www.candiddating.net/ ► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/@metanoiacatholic?sub_confirmation=1Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Dating in Catholic college can feel weirdly intense: pressure to get married, gossip on small campuses, fear of “leading someone on,” and a ton of unspoken rules about how it’s supposed to go.In Episode 274 of the Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin put on their Catholic dating coach hats and walk through real survey responses from students at a Catholic college. They do “hypothetical coaching” on:🔹 “Modern dating has a high bar of entry and exit.”🔹 “Everyone’s pressuring me to get married.”🔹 “I’m not ready to settle down… so should I even date?”🔹 “On a small campus, reputations and rumors follow you around.”You’ll learn:   • How to spot the mindset traps that create fear and overthinking in       dating   • What’s actually in your locus of control (and what isn’t)   • Why unspoken “dating rules” and manuals make everything heavier than       it has to be   • A healthier, more Catholic way to see dating: as a place of authentic      encounter & formation, not just a spouse-huntMatt and Erin also share practical examples from their own stories and explain why skills like emotional maturity, honesty, and freedom are best learned now—before marriage.⸻🧠 Want live Catholic dating coaching at SEEK?Metanoia Catholic will be at the Candid Dating booth in Columbus for SEEK 2026, offering:   • Free temperament assessments   • Quick “dating mindset” classes   • 1:1 coaching slots with certified Catholic mindset coachesCome get coached, then go get your reps in at the Candid Catholic speed dating events. 😉🎧 Listen to the full Virtuous Influencing & Dating series on the Catholic Coaching Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

What if Catholic dating wasn’t just swiping, overthinking, and feeling like “there’s no one out there”… but real conversations, real formation, and real freedom?In this episode of The Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt & Erin sit down with Taylor O’Brien, founder of Candid Dating — a Catholic speed dating app and events apostolate that’s exploding in popularity (including huge events at SEEK).Taylor shares the story of her broken engagement, the season of deep healing with Jesus in adoration, and how the Lord led her into creating Candid: a space where Catholic singles can actually talk, get “reps” with the opposite sex, and grow in human formation, not just chase a ring.Together we talk about:   • Why Catholic speed dating is often less pressure than apps or       traditional dates   • The lies Catholic singles believe ( “God will just drop my spouse in front      of me,” “I can’t say yes to a first date unless I know I’d say yes to a      second,” “I’m responsible for their feelings if I say no” )   • How locus of control & mindset coaching help you stop carrying what      isn’t yours   • Why dating is about authentic encounter, not shopping for a spouse   • How God uses the “waiting” and even heartbreak as powerful formationWe also share what we’re doing together at SEEK in Columbus:   • A shared Candid + Metanoia Catholic booth   • Free temperament assessments (with buttons 👀) so you can better      understand your wiring in dating   • On-site Catholic mindset coaches to help you prep for the Candid speed      dating event   • Practical help to show up free, peaceful, and yourself—instead of      desperate, shut down, or overthinkingWhether you’re:   • A Catholic single coming to SEEK   • Discernment-tired and wondering if your “picker is broken”   • Or just curious what healthy Catholic dating can look like……this conversation will give you hope, language, and tools to step into dating with more freedom, courage, and trust in God.► Learn more about Candid Dating and upcoming events: https://www.candiddating.net/Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Ever tried to “help” someone change… and just ended up exhausted, resentful, or shut out? 😵‍💫This is Part 2 of our series on virtuous influence—how to help others change for the good while fully honoring their freedom and dignity.In this episode, Matt and Erin share 5 interior dispositions that transform the way you show up in tough relationships, especially when someone you love keeps choosing badly:In this episode we cover:• Why healed people heal people—and why your inner work matters• What it means to be humbly honest (and why pretending you’ve “arrived”   backfires)• How to be attentively affirming instead of constantly correcting• Seeing people as a mystery to receive, not a problem to fix• Patiently persevering when change is painfully slow• Sanctifying surrender: uniting your sorrow with Christ instead of slipping   into despairWe talk about real situations:• Parents with kids drifting from the faith• Spouses stuck in bad habits• Friends caught in addiction or destructive patterns• Coaches and ministry leaders who feel responsible for other people’s   outcomesIf you’ve ever thought, “I can’t fix them, but I also can’t stop caring,” this episode is for you.👉 Watch Part 1 for the first 5 dispositions on virtuous influence👉 Subscribe for more Catholic coaching tools for real interior transformationSend us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Have you ever tried to “help” someone change… and they just dug in their heels? 😅More resentment. More distance. Zero real change.In this episode, Matt and Erin from Metanoia Catholic break down how to influence virtuously so you can help others change for the good without controlling, nagging, or manipulating.This is Part 1 of a 2-part series on virtuous influencing – how to make a real impression on others while honoring their freedom and dignity.You’ll learn:👉 The difference between influence and manipulation👉 Why real influence always starts with your interior disposition, not their       behavior👉 How John Paul II’s personalistic norm applies to parenting, marriage,       work, and coaching👉 Why trying to “fix” people usually backfires (and what to do instead)Matt & Erin walk through the first 5 influential dispositions:1. Compassionately Curious – seeking to understand what people truly      want      and value instead of assuming you “know what they need.”2. Benevolently Boundaried – setting and keeping loving boundaries that      actually teach people how to be in healthy relationship with you.3.  Fearlessly Free – maximizing the other person’s freedom, even when      you’re afraid they might not choose well.4.  Confidently Candid – clearly naming the real consequences of actions       (without shaming or drama).5.  Impartially Inviting – inviting people into growth and a common good,      while staying detached from whether they say yes or no.Whether you’re a: • Catholic parent who wants to guide your teens without constant power    struggles • Spouse who wants deeper change without nagging • Leader or ministry worker who wants to call people higher • Catholic coach who wants to ethically influence clients…this episode will give you a clear, practical vision of what virtuous influence looks like day-to-day.🟣 This is Part 1 – in the next episode, Matt & Erin cover the remaining 5 influential dispositions so you can grow into a truly impactful, virtuous leader in your home, work, and parish.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

“Did I miss my calling?” “Is this really God’s will?”If you’ve ever wrestled with those questions, this episode is for you.In this conversation, Matt sits down with Stacey Sumereau—former Broadway performer, reality TV discerner (“Sisterhood: Becoming Nuns”), host of the Called and Caffeinated podcast, Catholic wife, mom of five, and special needs mother. Stacey shares how God led her from the stage to a deeply hidden life of family, ministry, and Catholic coaching… and how He used disappointment and weakness as the doorway.You’ll hear about:• Her transition from Broadway tours (Beauty and the Beast, Wizard of Oz) to   Catholic ministry• How reality TV discernment opened her to surrender and real relationship   with God• What a “personal vocation” is (and how it fits under marriage / religious life/    priesthood)• How to tell when you’re following perfectionism vs. the Holy Spirit• Being a Catholic mom, special needs parent, and still honoring a real call to   ministry• Why God speaks through your desires (not just in spite of them)• How Catholic coaching helped her break out of victim mentality and reclaim    joy• Practical ways to hold your family, work, and mission in right order without   burnoutStacey also shares about her new book Adventure Awaits: How to Interpret Your Desires and Hear God’s Voice, and why most Catholics underestimate how much God actually wants to speak into their everyday choices.⸻CONNECT WITH STACEY SUMEREAU👉 Website & coaching: https://www.staceysumereau.com/👉 Book: Adventure Awaits: How to Interpret Your Desires and Hear God’s Voice (Ave Maria Press, Amazon, etc.)👉 Podcast: Called and CaffeinatedSend us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Real vs. Fake Apologies: 8 Red FlagsHow do you know if an apology is truly sincere? In this episode, Matt and Erin walk through practical ways to evaluate an apology and respond in a way that protects the relationship and your peace.What you’ll learn• The difference between “I’m sorry” and sincere contrition• 8 signs to watch for:      1.Convenient timing (ulterior motives)      2.Vague language (no specific action owned)      3.Defensive tone or anger      4.Over-explaining to self-justify      5.Minimizing your hurt (“it’s not a big deal”)      6.Blame-shifting (“sorry you were offended”)      7.Sorry about consequences, not the harm      8.No follow-through—or pressuring you to “get over it”• How temperament and ignorance vs. contrition affect sincerity• Mercy without enabling: requests, boundaries, and next steps• Simple questions that draw out sincerity:   - “What exactly are you sorry for?”   - “How do you wish you’d acted?”   - “What will you do differently next time?”Key idea: Be a model of mercy while staying in your locus of control. You can forgive, ask for clarity, and set timelines for rebuilding trust—without accepting manipulation.Related episode: How to Make a Sincere Apology (pairs perfectly with this one)If this helped, share it with someone who needs a clear, faith-rooted framework for reconciliation.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

How to Make a Sincere Apology | 5 Steps to Real Reconciliation Want to apologize in a way that actually restores trust? In this episode of the Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin break down how to make a sincere apology—what to do internally before you speak, what to say (and not say), and how to detach from the other person’s response while still moving toward reconciliation.What you’ll learn• The difference between saying “sorry” and offering a sincere apology• 3 common mindset traps:      - “If I apologize, they’ll feel justified”      - “They started it—so they should go first”      - “What if they don’t accept my apology?”• The 5-step framework for real reconciliation:   1. Forgive first (release the anger)   2. Own your fault (no blaming, no generalities)   3. Detach from their response (stay in your lane)   4. State how you’ll act in the future (your repair plan)   5. Apologize—clearly, briefly, without expectations• How to model repentance as a spouse, parent, friend, or leader—    without enablingIf this helped you, share it with someone who could use a simple, faithful path to peace.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Overcome Loneliness by Focusing Outside of YourselfIn this episode of the Catholic Coaching Podcast (Ep. 267), Matt and Erin revisit the growing epidemic of loneliness—especially among Gen Z—and explore how the simple but powerful skill of active listening can be a true antidote.Unlike surface-level interactions, deep listening creates meaningful connection, reduces social anxiety, and helps people feel seen, known, and loved. You’ll discover:•What loneliness really is (and isn’t).•Why our longing points ultimately to God.•How active listening transforms both the speaker and the listener.•A simple tool called the Spotlight Effect you can apply right away.This conversation blends psychology, theology, and practical coaching tools to help you cultivate deeper connections in your family, friendships, ministry, or workplace.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

How do you discern a risky leap from stable ministry to mission entrepreneurship—and keep your marriage unified while you do it?In this episode, Matt Ingold talks with Nick & Teresa Redd about founding The Freedom Group (helping men get free from porn and reclaim purpose), praying and planning through pivots, fundraising and finances, and practicing unity-in-action as a “couple on mission.” We also hit practical mindset tools from Catholic coaching, why “premature deployment” (with prudence) matters, and how hope turns vision into reality.What you’ll learn• A simple framework for unity in marriage during big decisions• Why hope + action beats perfectionism when starting an apostolate• Coaching insights for breaking porn habits (pain as path, discomfort as    teacher)• Discernment: letting God provide after the jump (and how to check for       the parachute)• Motherhood, identity, and ditching the “I’m not allowed” voiceConnect with today’s guests• The Freedom Group (assessment + free “Rewire Your Brain” course):   thefreedomgroup.co• Nick: [email protected]• Teresa (coaching for moms): [email protected] you’re curious about Catholic coaching or our certification, check out Metanoia Catholic and subscribe for more conversations on mindset, mission, and sanctity.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

How do you forgive when everything in you wants to hold on?In this episode, Matt and Erin close out our series on anger and sorrow in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s assassination by tackling forgiveness—what it is, what it isn’t, and how to choose it when it feels impossible. Drawing on Scripture, Aquinas, coaching experience, and neuroscience, we show why unforgiveness keeps you in bondage (and in brain “threat mode”) while forgiveness frees the heart, sharpens the mind, and breaks cycles of violence.In this episode you’ll learn:•  The real definition of forgiveness (act of the will, not a feeling)•  Why forgiving does not mean condoning, forgetting, or instant        reconciliation•  How forgiveness calms stress circuits and restores clarity/self-control•  10 common lies that block forgiveness—and the truth that breaks them•  A simple 3-step path: Name the offense → Process with Jesus → Choose    to forgive (again if needed)Next steps•  Grow these skills in our Mission Coach Training (quarterly cohorts)•. Explore Academy studies: Become (identity in Christ) & Ignite (discipleship    tools)•  Bring Metanoia Catholic to your parish/campus:    [email protected]   More: https://www.metanoiacatholic.comSend us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Sorrow isn’t weakness—it’s wisdom.In this episode, Matt and Erin explore how to process sorrow in a virtuous, Christ-centered way in the wake of a widely publicized tragedy. Building on last week’s conversation about anger, they turn to Aquinas, pastoral experience, and practical tools so you can feel sorrow rightly—without numbing out or falling into despair.What you’ll learn • What sorrow is (Aquinas) and why it’s morally neutral but must be                guided by reason/charity • The difference between deficient, excessive, and virtuous sorrow • A 6-step process to move from paralysis to prayerful action and                compassion • How to unite sorrow to Christ (“Jesus wept”) and offer it for others—                without losing hopeTry this today: Identify one specific cause of sadness, rate its intensity, and ask: Is this moving me toward prayer, mercy, or constructive action? If not, apply the steps to re-order love and re-engage.Grow these skills: • Mission Coach Training (quarterly cohorts) • Academy studies: Become (identity in Christ) & Ignite (deeper                discipleship tools)Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

In this special episode of the Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin take on the emotion dominating hearts after the assassination of Charlie Kirk: anger. Is it wrong to feel angry? How do you know if your anger is righteous, vicious, or deficient? Drawing on Aquinas, pastoral wisdom, and lived experience, this episode helps you discern anger as a morally neutral emotion that can lead either to sin or to zeal.What we cover•Anger in light of Charlie Kirk’s death: is it appropriate?•Aquinas on anger: sorrow + hope + perceived injustice•Deficient anger vs. excessive anger vs. righteous anger•Real-life examples (parenting, media, leadership, forgiveness)•A 6-step process to move from vicious anger to zeal•Why prayer, reflection, and forgiveness are essentialBy the end, you’ll have tools to name your anger, check its proportion, pause before reacting, and channel it toward justice and restoration.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Are the “small” lies we accept actually steering our lives? In this episode, Matt & Erin Ingold map out a practical taxonomy of lies—from subtle errors and misinterpretations to omission and full-on falsification—and show how these distortions quietly shape prayer, relationships, and mindset. You’ll get concrete self-coaching questions to test your thoughts, spot cognitive distortions (minimization/maximization), and bring everything back to facts, truth, and mercy. Distinctively Catholic, the episode pairs mindset tools with conscience formation, prayer, and Confession so you can replace lies with reality and live in freedom.What you’ll learnA clear working definition of “lie” (and why partial untruths still wound)The 3 tiers: least malicious → mid-level → most maliciousHow to spot error, misinterpretation, white lies, minimization, exaggerationDenial, “lies of influence,” and omission—why they’re more seriousFalsification, bold-faced lies, fabrication, and pathological lying—why to avoid entirelySelf-coaching prompts to challenge thoughts with charity and truthThe Catholic path: steward your intellect, seek mercy, repent, and receive healing truthSend us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Can you really tell when someone isn’t telling the truth? 🤔 In this episode of the Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin unpack the Signs of a Lie—the subtle verbal cues that reveal when someone might be hiding the truth.We explore:✅ Inconsistencies and evasive answers✅ Overly detailed stories that avoid the point✅ Hesitations, filler words, and cognitive overload✅ Emotional “leakage” like mismatched tone or nervous laughter✅ Psychological distancing (“that woman…”, passive voice, fading facts)✅ Defensive language, scripted responses, and over-protestingThrough famous examples (Clinton, Nixon, Amber Heard) and everyday scenarios (coaching, parenting, relationships, media), you’ll learn how to spot clusters of deception cues while staying compassionate and curious—not judgmental.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Ever wonder if someone is lying to you—or if you’ve been believing lies yourself? In this episode of the Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt & Erin break down the 3 different types of lies and how they show up in everyday life. From small “errors” and white lies, to subtle denials and omissions, all the way to bold-faced fabrications, you’ll discover how to spot them—and why they matter for your mindset, relationships, and spiritual life.You’ll learn:✅ How to recognize the least malicious lies (like errors, misinterpretations, white lies)✅ The mid-level lies that damage trust (denial, lies of influence, omission)✅ The most malicious lies (falsification, bold-faced lies, pathological lying)✅ Simple self-coaching questions to test a thought or statement against truth✅ Why mercy, confession, and prayer are essential to overcoming deceptionWhether you’re trying to better understand yourself, strengthen your relationships, or grow in discernment, this episode gives you a clear framework for identifying lies—and replacing them with truth.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Are you one of the 15% of men (or 10% of women) who can't name even one good friend? You're not alone in feeling alone. In this episode, we dive deep into the epidemic of loneliness that's crushing our generation and reveal a powerful Catholic framework that transforms isolation into unity.What You'll Discover:The real psychological difference between solitude and lonelinessWhy being surrounded by people doesn't cure lonelinessA 5-step process to hack your loneliness mindsetHow saints like John of the Cross and Mother Teresa found hope in their darkest momentsThe prayer technique that connects your pain to Christ's experienceWhy your loneliness might actually be preparing you for deeper relationshipsThis isn't about positive thinking your way out of pain. It's about reframing your experience through a Catholic lens that leads to genuine connection with God and others. We'll walk you through the exact steps our certified coaches use to help people move from despair to hope.Your loneliness doesn't define you. Your response to it does.Ready to stop feeling stuck? Join our Catholic Coaching Academy at metanoiacatholic.com or connect with one of our certified Catholic coaches who share your faith and understand your struggles.Remember: God uses everything, even your loneliness, for your good. The saints prove it. This episode shows you how.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Struggling with difficult people in your life? In this episode, Matt and Erin walk you through how to set healthy, Christ-centered boundaries that don’t push people away but actually create deeper connection, respect, and peace.You’ll learn: ✅ Why boundaries must start internally before they can last externally ✅ How reframing boundaries as “guidelines,” “limits,” or “agreements” can change relationships ✅ Practical steps for setting boundaries with compassion, clarity, and conviction ✅ The freedom and peace that comes from honest communicationWhether at work, home, or ministry, boundaries are not barriers. They’re a way of stewarding your time, energy, and relationships so everyone can thrive.If you’re ready to stop people-pleasing, end resentment, and start living with integrity, this conversation will give you the tools to do it.Like and subscribe for more Catholic coaching insights.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

We all face them — the difficult person at work, the toxic family member, or the friend who drains your energy. You’ve prayed they’d change. You’ve tried avoiding them. But what if God wants to give you peace even if they never change?In this episode of The Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin share a step-by-step, faith-based process for dealing with difficult people without losing your joy. You’ll learn how to reframe your thinking, keep your peace, and show up with love — whether you’re handling toxic people, navigating conflict at church, or setting boundaries biblically.You’ll discover:How to deal with difficult people in a Christian wayWhy “difficult” is often more about your perspective than theirsPractical Catholic tips for conflict resolution and forgivenessA simple process to stop letting negative people control your emotionsHow to love your enemies and keep your peace in ChristWhether it’s a spouse, co-worker, or friend, you can respond with grace, guard your heart, and live in the freedom God offers.Next week: Part 2 — How to set healthy boundaries after you’ve done the interior work.If this helped you, subscribe so you don’t miss the next episode.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

In this episode of The Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin sit down with Damon and Melanie Owens—Catholic marriage coaches, Theology of the Body experts, and founders of Joyful Ever After—to talk about the real, raw struggles Catholic couples face today.Whether your marriage feels disconnected, you're sleeping in separate beds, or you're silently carrying a cross with no one to turn to, this conversation will show you that joy is possible—and transformation is within reach.You’ll learn:What causes most Catholic marriages to break down (it's not what you think)The difference between Catholic marriage coaching vs marriage counselingHow temperament work and mindset coaching can unlock deeper emotional connectionWhy faithful Catholic couples are still silently sufferingThe surprising truth behind the phrase: “Every marriage is unique and unrepeatable”Plus: Damon and Melanie share how they went from international Catholic speakers to certified Catholic coaches—and how it changed not only their mission, but their own marriage.👉 Subscribe to The Catholic Coaching Podcast 🔔 Turn on notifications so you don’t miss future episodesSend us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Struggling with people-pleasing, fear of judgment, or always wondering what others think of you? This episode of The Catholic Coaching Podcast unpacks the spiritual, emotional, and psychological roots of people-pleasing and gives you practical Catholic tools to break free.Inside this episode:How to stop caring what people think about youWhy people-pleasing is tied to shame, fear, and identity confusionHow Catholic teaching reveals your true identity in ChristMindset strategies, emotional awareness tools, and faith-based exercisesReal-world experiments to challenge fear and comparisonCatholic prayers and Scripture to renew your self-perceptionWhether you struggle with overthinking, comparison, or the need for approval, this video gives you clarity and peace. Learn how to let go of outside opinions and live with greater confidence, conviction, and freedom.Perfect for anyone seeking emotional healing, Catholic mindset coaching, or spiritual growth rooted in truth.Subscribe for more Catholic coaching videos on identity, mental health, mindset, and personal development through the lens of faith.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Feeling haunted by thoughts you didn’t ask for? You’re not crazy. You’re not alone. And you’re not powerless.In this episode of The Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin tackle intrusive thoughts from a Catholic mindset coaching lens. Not as therapists, but as coaches who’ve walked with hundreds of people battling everything from recurring negativity to spiritual scrupulosity.You’ll learn:What intrusive thoughts really are (and why the word itself might be hurting you)How to stop judging your thoughts and start stewarding themThe difference between temptation and sinPractical hacks rooted in Catholic truth, neuroscience, and mindset psychologyWhy taking custody of your thoughts isn’t just possible — it’s spiritual warfare with eternal dividendsThis isn’t fluff. It’s formation. And it might be the most important 45 minutes you spend this week."Take every thought captive to obey Christ." — 2 Corinthians 10:5 You were never meant to fight these battles alone.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Do you ever feel torn between your desire for wealth and your desire for holiness?Are you afraid your financial goals might pull you away from God’s will?In this powerful episode, we tackle the hard questions faithful Catholics face about money, wealth, and stewardship, and how to pursue financial goals without falling into fear, greed, or vanity.At Metanoia Catholic, we believe money is a tool, not a treasure. Used well, it serves your mission, strengthens your family, and glorifies God. In this conversation with Amanda and Jonathan Teixeira from WalletWin, you’ll learn how to: • Set financial goals with clarity and confidence • Pursue wealth without guilt or shame • Discern God’s will for your money, business, and mission • Break free from anxiety and fear around money decisionsWhether you’re a business owner, parent, or simply someone wrestling with the desire for more, this episode will show you how to align your Catholic money mindset with God’s plan for your life.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Are you chasing purpose but still feel aimless? In this episode of The Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin Ingold share how their journey of inventing purpose left them unfulfilled and what changed when they began seeking purpose in God, with God, and through God.Whether you're a coach, parent, student, or someone searching for direction, this episode explores the consequences of leaving God out of the conversation and offers a practical and prayerful path to discovering your true mission.What you'll learn:Why purpose without God leads to burnout and confusionHow to move from being the inventor of your purpose to the discovererThe two most common ways people miss the mark when discerning their missionA step-by-step process to build a purpose statement you can actually pray withWhat fruitfulness looks like when you collaborate with GodThis is not just spiritual theory. It is grounded, personal, and actionable. If you have ever asked what God wants from you, this episode will meet you right where you are.Like this video if it resonates Comment below with your purpose statement or questions Subscribe for weekly content on Catholic coaching, discernment, and human formationSend us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Fr. Chris Shofner never thought he’d spend his life preaching from the pulpit—let alone coaching souls through their deepest struggles. In this powerful episode, Fr. Chris shares his journey from shy neuroscience student to Catholic priest, and how Metanoia Catholic’s Mindset Coaching Certification gave him the tools to shepherd more effectively, love more boldly, and guide others into real transformation.We talk about: – The difference between spiritual renewal and mindset renewal – How coaching has impacted his parish leadership, staff, and confessional ministry – Practical ways priests and lay leaders can use coaching tools – What it looks like to really help people move past emotional blocks – Why the Church needs mindset coaches now more than everWhether you’re in ministry, considering coaching, or just want to be a more effective instrument of God’s grace—this conversation will stretch you and stir your heart.🎧 Don’t forget to follow, rate, and leave a review! 💬 Have questions? Reach out at metanoiacatholic.comSend us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

This is Part 2 of our two-part series on wealth, desire, and the Catholic heart.In Part 1, we asked: Is the love of money the root of all evil? We explored how wealth is often tied to our desire for happiness and security.Now in Part 2, we dig into two more deceptive promises of money:“Wealth will make people love me”“Wealth will finally set me free”Matt and Erin expose how these thoughts show up in our temperaments, our wounds, and our walk with God, and how they subtly shift our trust from the Father to our finances.You’ll learn:How money becomes a false savior for loneliness and fearThe danger of letting other people’s opinions define your worthWhy real freedom doesn’t come from your bank accountHow to pray, repent, and reorder your desires toward GodIf you’ve ever said, “When I make more money, then I’ll feel secure/loved/in control”, watch this now.God gave you those desires. Don’t settle for a counterfeit.🔔 Subscribe for more Catholic mindset content📌 Watch Part 1 first: Money, Happiness, and God: What Are You Really Chasing? 🎯 Share this with a friend who’s chasing freedom but feeling stuckSend us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Is it a sin to desire wealth?In this episode of The Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin tackle one of the most common but unspoken struggles among Christians: the emotional and spiritual tension between money and holiness. What if the desire for wealth isn’t the problem, but our reason for desiring it is?You’ll learn:How to discern whether your desire for wealth is rooted in love of money or love of missionWhat the Church teaches about happiness (beatitude) and its connection to moneyHow to know if wealth has become an idol in your lifeThe difference between using money as a means or treating it as an endSimple mindset shifts to move from fear and scarcity to freedom and trustIf you've ever thought, "I’ll feel safer or happier when I have more money," this conversation is for you.God wants to renew your mind.He wants to be the source of your peace, not your bank account.Subscribe for more Catholic coaching content that integrates mindset, virtue, and formation. Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Is money actually the root of all evil, or is it our attachment to money that holds us back from trusting God fully?In this episode of The Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin unpack the Church’s teaching on wealth, possessions, and how to find your God-given purpose by renewing your mindset around money. You will walk through a framework that reveals where fear, scarcity, and control show up in your finances and how those thoughts might be blocking you from receiving God's provision.If you have ever asked what does God want me to do or struggled with fear around not having enough, this conversation will help you move from anxiety to peace and from control to confidence in God.You will discover:What Scripture really says about moneyHow emotional dependence creates disordered attachmentsA practical tool for renewing your thoughts and healing fear around moneyWhy trusting God's provision is key to living your purposeHow to recognize when your identity is rooted in money instead of in ChristYou do not need more money to feel safe. You need the right mindset rooted in truth.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Jeanne Mancini, President Emeritus of March for Life, joins Matt and Erin to share how Catholic Mindset Coaching has reignited her mission and redefined what it means to be pro-life in a post-Roe world. From testifying before Congress to leading one of the most recognized pro-life organizations, Jeanne reveals why she turned down prestigious roles to pursue something deeper: helping others flourish from the inside out.In this powerful conversation, you’ll hear:Why Jeanne chose Catholic Mindset Coaching over high-profile opportunitiesHow 60% of post-abortive women say mindset support would have helped them choose lifeThe massive potential of coaching inside pregnancy centers, pro-life leadership, and Catholic apostolatesThe internal transformation that leadership demands—and how coaching fosters itJeanne’s raw, honest take on identity, burnout, and trusting God in the unknownIf you’re in Catholic ministry, leadership, or the pro-life movement, this episode will give you vision and tools to lead more effectively and live more abundantly.Curious about coaching or want to train with us? → Learn more about our Catholic Coach CertificationShare this episode with a friend who’s passionate about leadership or the pro-life missionSend us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...