#065 - Ever feel stuck, stressed, or just plain miserable—but you’re not exactly sure why? Good news! You might already be following the perfect self-sabotage plan without even realizing it.

In this episode, we’re diving into 10 common habits that are secretly draining your joy, energy, and peace—things we all do without thinking but that slowly make life harder than it needs to be. From mindless scrolling to overcommitting to everything, these sneaky little habits keep us exhausted, overwhelmed, and wondering why we’re so stressed.

The best part? Once you spot them, you can start changing them. So, if you’re ready to stop unknowingly wrecking your own happiness, hit play now!

👉 Which of these habits do you catch yourself doing? Let me know! And don’t forget to subscribe for more episodes of A Thriving Catholic Podcast!

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#064 - Ever feel stuck in a cycle of exhaustion, low motivation, and endless scrolling—no matter how much you want to be productive? The problem might not be a lack of willpower but a lack of sleep. In this episode, we’re diving into the powerful connection between sleep, dopamine, and motivation—and how sleep deprivation can actually mimic or worsen ADHD symptoms.

You'll learn:
✅ Why dopamine is the motivation molecule—and how sleep directly impacts it
✅ How poor sleep lowers dopamine levels, making it harder to focus, follow through, and resist distractions
✅ The shocking ways sleep deprivation mimics ADHD symptoms (forgetfulness, impulsivity, brain fog, and emotional ups & downs)
✅ Simple, science-backed strategies to reset your dopamine with better sleep habits

If you struggle with motivation, focus, or energy, this episode will give you the tools to break free from the exhaustion cycle and start thriving—physically, mentally, and spiritually.

🔔 Subscribe & Share with a friend who needs better sleep!

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#063 - How long should you pray for? When's the best time? Where should you pray? Should you kneel, sit, or lie down?

In this episode, we get into all of the nitty-gritty details of mental prayer, including some recommended ways to enter into mental prayer and some common (and normal) difficulties you may experience.

Join me in this final part of our 4-part series on Fr. Jacques Philippe's book Time for God.

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