Girlfriends (A Podcast for Catholic Women)
540 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 months ago - ★★★★★ - 745 ratingsDanielle shares advice, encouragement, and connection for Catholic women in all walks of life.
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Episode 53: Set Do-able Goals for 2017 #052
May 05, 2017 18:24 - 48 minutes - 39.4 MBHappy New Year! In this episode, we are talking about some doable ideas for goals we should all think about setting in 2017. Even if you are not a resolution-making kind of person (I’m not), we can all benefit from a prompting to look back at the year that has passed and look forward to the future with an eye to what we might like to happen.
Episode 52: Prayer Support for Catholic Moms #051
May 05, 2017 18:24 - 45 minutes - 37.1 MBIn this special episode, I chat with Sarah Reinhard and Lisa Hendey about their work on The Catholic Mom’s Prayer Companion: A Book of Daily Reflections. We discuss some of the challenges all women face when it comes to making daily prayer a priority, as well some of the ways those challenges change as our roles change as wives and moms. Find complete shownotes at www.daniellebean.com.
Episode 51: How Not to Go Christmas-Crazy #050
May 05, 2017 18:24 - 1 hour - 49.6 MBIn this (50th!) episode, we are talking about the Christmas Crazies and how to avoid them. In addition to recognizing that you are in control of many of the pressures you feel this time of year, I share several other ideas as well. Find complete shownotes at www.daniellebean.com.
Episode 50: Simple Ideas for Advent #049
May 05, 2017 18:24 - 1 hour - 50.9 MBIn this episode, we are talking about some easy, simple ideas for celebrating and observing Advent yourself and with your family.
Episode 49: Free Yourself From Jealousy #048
May 05, 2017 18:24 - 49 minutes - 40.2 MBThis week we are talking about the ugly sin of JEALOUSY and all the ways it threatens to hurt our relationships and rob us of peace and joy in our lives. Women especially are vulnerable to this sin because we notice all the details about ourselves and others. Find complete shownotes at www.DanielleBean.com.
Episode 47: Don't Let The Past Hold You Back #046
May 05, 2017 18:20 - 1 hour - 51.5 MBThis week we are discussing the ways in which wounds and mistakes from our past threaten to harm us in the present and future. How can we let go of our past and make forward progress in our work and relationships? In what ways do past failures give us negative expectations for the future? How can we overcome our past so we can enjoy the present and build the future we want?
Episode 46: Every Mom is a Working Mom #045
May 05, 2017 18:20 - 1 hour - 54.9 MBThis week we are talking about working moms, and the balance of home life and professional life. This plays out in all different kinds of way sin different families, but I share some guiding principles for us to keep in mind when deciding these things and discussing the topic of working women. Find complete shownotes at www.daniellebean.com.
Episode 45: Count Your Blessings #044
May 05, 2017 18:20 - 59 minutes - 48.4 MBHow grateful are you? Science proves that being grateful and focusing on our blessings makes us happier, healthier, and more satisfied and fulfilled in our daily lives. But it can be hard to remember to be grateful especially when life gets challenging. Find complete shownotes at www.daniellebean.com.
Episode 44: Do One Thing at a Time #043
May 05, 2017 18:20 - 55 minutes - 44.8 MBDo you have trouble simply doing what you are doing? Do you suffer from endless to-do lists that run through your head, distracting you from what you are currently doing and causing you unending stress? I think we all do from time to time. In our recent show about being too busy, we discussed red flags that can be signs you need to slow down and remove some activities and responsibilities from your daily life. Find complete shownotes at www.DanielleBean.com.
Episode 43: Make Fitness Work for You #042
May 05, 2017 18:20 - 1 hour - 52.1 MBIs regular physical fitness a challenge for you? I think many of us know we could be doing better, but we get discouraged by ideas of perfection sometimes, or we are not sure where to begin. Find complete shownotes at www.daniellebean.com.
Episode 42: How to Handle Social Media #041
May 05, 2017 18:20 - 59 minutes - 48.2 MBIs social media a tool you use for fun and information? Or has it become something negative in your life? Does it encourage you as a wife and mom, or does it DIScourage you by tempting you to compare your life to others and despair sometimes? This week we are talking about different ways that social media can be a positive or a negative influence in our lives, and how to handle it better, so that we use all things for good. Find complete shownotes at www.DanielleBean.com.
Episode 41: Are You Too Busy? #040
May 05, 2017 18:20 - 59 minutes - 47.9 MBAre you too busy? How can you know? This week I broadcast from the Phoenix airport where we discuss some of the warning sigs that you might be too busy and that it may be time to remove some obligations from your calendar. Find complete shownotes at www.daniellebean.com.
Episode 39: Easy Ways to Add Prayer to Your Day #038
May 05, 2017 18:19 - 57 minutes - 46.7 MBOur topic this week is daily prayer. While we all need to be sure we are making time for quiet, focused prayer each day, there are also some easy ways we can pray throughout the day — even when we are busy. Find complete shownotes at www.daniellebean.com.
Episode 38: He Says, She Says #037
May 05, 2017 18:19 - 1 hour - 50.1 MBThis week we are talking about communication between the sexes. If we understand one another’s communication styles and preferences, we can have much clearer and more fruitful communication in our relationships, especially in our marriages. I share 3 ways that men and women tend to communicate differently. Find complete shownotes at www.DanielleBean.com.
Episode 37: Get Rid of Guilt #036
May 05, 2017 18:19 - 56 minutes - 45.8 MBThis week we are talking about getting rid of the guilt that can be so crippling in our lives. First, we must distinguish between healthy, helpful guilt, and unhealthy, unhelpful guilt. We are talking about “getting rid” of the unhealthy kind, so it’s important to note the difference. www.DanielleBean.com
Episode 36: The Art of Letting Go #035
May 05, 2017 18:19 - 49 minutes - 39.8 MBThe Art of Letting Go #035 by Ascension
Episode 35: Learn to Set Boundaries #034
May 05, 2017 18:19 - 57 minutes - 46.4 MBIn this week’s show we are talking about BOUNDARIES — what they are, how to set them, and why they might be the best thing you ever did for yourself and your relationships. Find complete shownotes at www.DanielleBean.com.
Episode 34: Kids & Chores #033
May 05, 2017 18:19 - 55 minutes - 44.7 MBThis week we are discussing the perennial topic of kids and chores. How do you get your kids to help around the house? How do you teach them life skills without losing your mind? How important is an allowance? How can we motivate our kids to contribute the household work in meaningful ways? What are some of the benefits to having kids do regular chores, and why do we sometimes avoid doing it anyway? Find complete shownotes at www.DanielleBean.com.
Episode 33: How to Say Sorry Like You Mean It #032
May 05, 2017 18:19 - 56 minutes - 45.9 MBThis week we are talking about right and wrong ways to make an apology to someone you have hurt. I share some examples of what I think are “fake” apologies — those where you make excuses for yourself, refuse to take actual blame, or accuse the other person of wrongdoing. Find complete shownotes at www.DanielleBean.com.
Episode 32: Build a Better Body Image #031
May 05, 2017 18:19 - 58 minutes - 47.5 MBThis week I share about how we can find peace in the midst of chaos. We all experience chaos. What kind of “chaos” is in your life right now? Busy schedules? Lots of work? Difficult relationships? Financial challenges? Health issues? Find complete shownotes at www.DanielleBean.com.
Episode 31: Find Peace in the Midst of Chaos #030
May 05, 2017 18:19 - 50 minutes - 41 MBFind Peace in the Midst of Chaos #030 by Ascension
Episode 30: Your Cup of Tea #029
May 05, 2017 18:19 - 50 minutes - 41 MBThis week I am sharing a bit about my early start as a writer and then I read an excerpt from my VERY FIRST book, My Cup of Tea: Musings of a Catholic Mom. I invite you to share about what is “your cup of tea.” What kinds of sacrifices do you find challenging as a wife or mom, and how to do you put them into perspective? Find complete shownotes at www.DanielleBean.com
Episode 29: Hurt People Hurt People #028
May 05, 2017 18:19 - 54 minutes - 43.8 MBThis week we are talking about ways to find forgiveness and let go of grudges that ultimately only hurt ourselves. How can we understand people who hurt us? What can help us to forgive when we are filled with anger and resentment? Find complete shownotes at www.DanielleBean.com.
Episode 28: Giving You The Gist #027
May 05, 2017 18:18 - 36 minutes - 29.6 MBThis holiday week I report from behind the scenes while spending a week in Boston taping The Gist on CatholicTV. I share interviews with my co-host Rachel Balducci, our studio manager Charles Green, and our producer Kate Andrews. We always have a ton of fun putting this show together in one wild week, and I am thrilled to have a chance to share some of the history and funny moments from its beginnings. Find complete shownotes at www.daniellebean.com.
Episode 27: Slow Down & Savor Summer #026
May 05, 2017 18:18 - 49 minutes - 40 MBThis week we are talking about ways to slow down and savor the glorious season of summer. Find complete shownotes at www.DanielleBean.com.
Episode 26: Make Time for What Matters #025
May 05, 2017 18:18 - 54 minutes - 44.4 MBThis week we are talking about how to find more time in your days for the things you want to accomplish but never seem to get around to. Summer offers a unique opportunity to get new things accomplished as we change routines and enjoy some leisure time. What are your goals for this summer? Find complete shownotes at www.DanielleBean.com.
Episode 25: 5 Ways to Not Eat a Cupcake #024
May 05, 2017 18:18 - 59 minutes - 48.3 MBThis week we are talking about how NOT to eat a cupcake (or whatever your temptation is you are trying avoid). Find complete shownotes at www.DanielleBean.com.
Episode 24: De-clutter Your Life #023
May 05, 2017 18:18 - 48 minutes - 39.3 MBThis week we are talking about de-cluttering your life. Find complete shownotes at www.DanielleBean.com.
Episode 23: Manage Your Family's Screen Time #022
May 05, 2017 18:18 - 58 minutes - 47.1 MBThis week we are taking on the perennial topic of screen time and how to manage it. How do you set limits on your kids’ consumption of media and digital content online, in games, in social media, in movies, and in music? Find complete shownotes at www.DanielleBean.com.
Episode 22: 5 Things I Have Learned From Running (that can apply to anyone) #021
May 05, 2017 18:18 - 54 minutes - 43.9 MBThis week I share five life lessons that I have learned from running that can apply to runners and non-runners alike. I also share a fun conversation I had with Mary Lenaberg, who blogs at Passionate Perseverance. Mary shares the good, the bad, and the funny from her perspective as a wife and a mom who is grieving the loss of her disabled daughter Courtney. You will not want to miss hearing about what Mary “shared” with the UPS man!
Episode 21: Soften Your Heart, Bless Your Marriage #020
May 05, 2017 18:18 - 52 minutes - 42.5 MBThis week we are talking about marriage again. This time, we are focused on “softening your heart” inside of marriage. What does that mean? Do you find yourself “hardening your heart” inside of marriage? What does that mean and how does it affect your relationship? Find complete shownotes at www.DanielleBean.com.
Episode 20: How to Make and Keep Friends #019
May 05, 2017 18:18 - 58 minutes - 47.7 MBThis week we are talking about friendships. We discussed a little bit about the give and take of female friendships back in Episode 12, How to Be a Better Friend, and I heard form many of you asking for more on this topic. This is so important because our female friends can be a wonderful source of support and encouragement for us, but it does take some effort. Find complete shownotes at www.daniellebean.com.
Episode 19: How to Set and Achieve Your Goals #018
May 05, 2017 18:18 - 52 minutes - 42.9 MBThis week we take on GOALS! How to set them and how to achieve them! Let’s do this! Find complete shownotes at www.DanielleBean.com.
Episode 18: Splitting Housework, Splitting Hairs #017
May 05, 2017 18:18 - 56 minutes - 52 MBThis week we take on the tricky topic of splitting household chores between husband and wife. Find complete shownotes at www.DanielleBean.com.
Episode 17: How to Say No Nicely #016
May 05, 2017 18:18 - 51 minutes - 47.8 MBThis week’s show comes to you from the ball field (near the port-a-potty!) and we are talking about saying “no” nicely. Why do we nee this topic? Because so many of us are so very bad at setting boundaries! We talk about some ways to prioritize your commitments and prepare yourself ahead of time so that you don’t wind up committing to things you don't value at the expense of yourself or your family.
Episode 16: The Truth About Prayer #015
May 05, 2017 18:18 - 55 minutes - 44.9 MBThis week’s topic is prayer. How has the way you approach prayer changed over your lifetime? How should we respond when it seems that God does not answer our prayers? What is the point of prayer? And what can we do when it feels like God is far away? Find complete shownotes at www.DanielleBean.com.
Episode 15: Survival Tips for Busy Days #014
May 05, 2017 18:18 - 51 minutes - 41.6 MBThis week we are talking about ways we can survive — and even thrive! — when times are busy. Whether it’s during baseball season (like us!) or other busy times, there are some simple ways to make sure you and your family make it through packed calendar days. Find complete shownotes at www.daniellebean.com.
Episode 14: Easy Ways to Improve Your Marriage #013
May 05, 2017 18:18 - 49 minutes - 40.5 MBThis week, we are talking about ways to improve our marriages. My title is a little wrong because the ways I share for improving your marriage may not necessarily be “easy,” but they are simple. Find complete shownotes at www.daniellebean.com.
Episode 13: How To Be a Better Friend #012
May 05, 2017 18:18 - 52 minutes - 42.9 MBThis week, we are talking about the Communion of Saints, the power of friendships, and how to help those we love when they suffer. Sarah Reinhard shares some touching feedback about how she supports a family member through a time of terrible loss and we talk about small ways to show love, friendship, and support to those who are suffering, even if we can’t “fix” every problem they face. Find complete shownotes at www.daniellebean.com.
Episode 12: Notes From a Sickie #011
May 05, 2017 18:17 - 26 minutes - 22 MBIn this week’s abbreviated version of Girlfriends, I share with you notes from my sick bed, as I have been suffering from the FLU this past week, and am still not fully recovered. Along with some silly observations, I do want to remind us all of the importance of praying for those who are chronically ill. Also, it is important to remember the power of “offering up” even our small sufferings and sacrifices, uniting them with the suffering of Jesus, so that they become infinitely worthy in God’...
Episode 11: 3 Ways to Use the Power of Your Words #010
May 05, 2017 18:17 - 54 minutes - 44.6 MBThis week, we are talking about ways to use the power of your words positively. Find complete shownotes at www.DanielleBean.com.
Episode 10: There Is No 'One Right Way' #009
May 05, 2017 18:16 - 46 minutes - 37.8 MBThis week, we are talking about the temptation that exists, inside Catholic circles to discuss topics like breastfeeding, homeschooling, organic eating, etc. as if they are black-and-white Catholic moral issues, as if there is “one right way” to be a “good Catholic family.” Find complete shownotes at www.DanielleBean.com.
Episode 9: 5 Ways to Beat the Winter Blahs #008
May 05, 2017 18:16 - 49 minutes - 39.9 MBThis week, after a Lenten check-in, we are talking about the Winter Blahs that we can all be prone to this time of year. Find complete shownotes at www.DanielleBean.com.
Episode 8: Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life #007
May 05, 2017 18:16 - 45 minutes - 42.5 MBThis week, we are talking about the power of positive thinking.
Episode 7: Pray, Fast & Give #006
May 05, 2017 18:16 - 51 minutes - 42 MBThis week, we are preparing ourselves for Lent, and so we discuss some creative ideas for ways to add prayer, fasting, and almsgiving during the 40 days between now and Easter.
Episode 6: Meal Planning Made Easy #005
May 05, 2017 18:16 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBThis week, we are talking about some simple ways to make meal planning easier. Do you plan your meals or fly by the seat of your pants? Do you dread hearing the words “What’s for dinner?” at the end of a long and tiring day? This is why you need a plan!
Episode 5: Yell Less, Love More #004
May 05, 2017 18:16 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBAre you a yelling mom? In this week’s episode, we talk about how to handle negative emotions. We all get angry and we all get frustrated sometimes, but the ways in which we express these feelings can have a lasting impact on our families and relationships. Instead of yelling, complaining, whining, and crying, lets discuss positive outlets for negative feelings.
Easy Ways to Add Prayer to Your Day #038
May 05, 2017 18:15 - 57 minutes - 46.7 MBOur topic this week is daily prayer. While we all need to be sure we are making time for quiet, focused prayer each day, there are also some easy ways we can pray throughout the day — even when we are busy. Find complete shownotes at www.daniellebean.com.
How To Be a Better Friend #012
May 05, 2017 18:00 - 52 minutes - 42.9 MBThis week, we are talking about the Communion of Saints, the power of friendships, and how to help those we love when they suffer. Sarah Reinhard shares some touching feedback about how she supports a family member through a time of terrible loss and we talk about small ways to show love, friendship, and support to those who are suffering, even if we can’t “fix” every problem they face. Find complete shownotes at www.daniellebean.com.
There Is No 'One Right Way' #009
May 05, 2017 18:00 - 46 minutes - 37.8 MBThis week, we are talking about the temptation that exists, inside Catholic circles to discuss topics like breastfeeding, homeschooling, organic eating, etc. as if they are black-and-white Catholic moral issues, as if there is “one right way” to be a “good Catholic family.” Find complete shownotes at www.DanielleBean.com.