Girlfriends (a Podcast For Catholic Women)

In this week's show, in addition to hormones and grocery budgets, we are talking about some simple ways to grow closer to God. As we read in James, "Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you." (James 4:8) So how do we do that? Well, I don't think it needs to be as complicated as we sometimes make it. Get full access to Girlfriends After Hours at daniellebean.substack.com/subscribe

This week we are talking about six things I think people should say more often: "Thank you," "I'm sorry," "Hello," "You're great," "I need help," and last of all, nothing. I also share my thoughts on the movie, Wonderwoman. Tune in! Get full access to Girlfriends After Hours at daniellebean.substack.com/subscribe

This week I'm sharing a wonderful conversation I had recently with Sr. Miriam James, a sister with the Society of Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity (SOLT). Sr. Miriam is a beautiful witness to the goodness of God's love with her own personal story of recovery from addiction and discovery of the beauty of the Church's teaching on sexual identity, love, and commitment. Get full access to Girlfriends After Hours at daniellebean.substack.com/subscribe

This week's conversation is with the lovely Elizabeth Foss—wife, mom, writer, and encourager of many. She shares about her newest project as founder and chief content director for Take Up & Read, a Scripture study designed for women. Elizabeth discusses her love of daily Bible reading and what motivated her to create this ministry. We also discuss the importance of female friendships and the role they play in our spiritual lives and formation. Get full access to Girlfriends After Hours at daniellebean.substack.com/subscribe

This week we are talking about adding movement to your days and form the healthy habit of sitting LESS and moving more, even outside of your regular "workout" times. This doesn't have to be complicated, and it can have amazing benefits for your health and well-being. Get full access to Girlfriends After Hours at daniellebean.substack.com/subscribe

This week, we are talking about getting better at hospitality. This is a tough issue for so many women. We worry about our homes or our cooking skills or our children not being "good enough" for company. We stress about how to be the perfect hostess. But hospitality is such a gift to ourselves, to others, and to our communities, that we all should make a little effort to get better at doing it. Get full access to Girlfriends After Hours at daniellebean.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, we talk about six ways to plan (at least loosely plan)a fun summer with your family! From changing up your prayer life to visiting new places, these six ideas will give you the chance to make this season fun, fruitful, and stress-free! Get full access to Girlfriends After Hours at daniellebean.substack.com/subscribe

Did you know stress is bad for your health? It is! This week, we are talking about stress and ways that we can reduce the amount of stress in our lives—even if we can't always change the things that cause us stress. Let's discuss these simple ways to handle everyday stress and take good care of ourselves, physically, and emotionally. Get full access to Girlfriends After Hours at daniellebean.substack.com/subscribe

This week, we are talking about ways to handle criticism, which is a tough topic because nobody likes to be criticized. When we receive negative feedback, our immediate reaction is often to reject the criticism or brood over it and get angry. In this episode, I give tips to help you handle it productively, instead. Find complete shownotes at www.DanielleBean.com. Get full access to Girlfriends After Hours at daniellebean.substack.com/subscribe

This week, we have a special guest Haley Stewart joining us for an inspiring conversation about big life changes- from Protestantism to Catholicism, from single life to married life, from married life to parenting, and from working mom to at-home mom. Haley shares so beautifully about her own struggles and lessons she has learned along the way. I just know you are going to love this conversation! Find complete show notes at www.DanielleBean.com Get full access to Girlfriends After Hours at daniellebean.substack.com/subscribe

This week, we are talking about the power of habits. I am inspired by a recent book I am listening to, The Power of Habit: Why we Do What We Do in Life and Business. I want to encourage you to change one negative habit into a positive one in your life. We discuss some ideas for ways to challenge ourselves to do better in one these categories: 1) Health and Wellness 2) Relationships 3) Work 4) Spiritual Life Find complete show-notes at www.daniellebean.com or at www.ascensionpress.com/podcasts Get full access to Girlfriends After Hours at daniellebean.substack.com/subscribe

Our secular culture tells us to find our worth in our physical selves, in our beauty, our accomplishments, and our possessions. But all of these things leave us empty and disillusioned. we are built for a relationship with God, and only in the context of that relationship will be find peace and lasting joy. Find complete shownotes at wwwdaniellebean.com and at www.ascensionpress.com/podcasts. Get full access to Girlfriends After Hours at daniellebean.substack.com/subscribe

In this week’s show, we are sharing ideas for ways to celebrate all 50 days of Easter this year. I also share feedback on NFP from Kristin and listener Andrea asks a question about dealing with an unsupportive mother-in-law. Get full access to Girlfriends After Hours at daniellebean.substack.com/subscribe

This week, I am sharing some of the ideas that make my life easier and more enjoyable as a work-at-home mom. These are not truly “productivity” tips, as I am not expert in those things, but they are some things that help me to be more efficient and happy throughout my days. Get full access to Girlfriends After Hours at daniellebean.substack.com/subscribe

In this week’s show, we are sharing ideas for ways to cope with life when you are JUST TOO TIRED to cope. We all have days when we are extra busy, stressed, sleep-deprived, etc. and we need some basic ways to get through them with grace. Get full access to Girlfriends After Hours at daniellebean.substack.com/subscribe

This week, we are talking about parenting teens, and sharing some ideas for ways to get through the unique challenges associated with parenting this age group. There seems to be a dearth of information out there in Catholic circles, mostly because parents want to respect the privacy of their own teenagers, but I worry that the silence leaves some struggling moms and dads (and teens!) feeling like they are all alone. You are not alone! Get full access to Girlfriends After Hours at daniellebean.substack.com/subscribe

his week, we are talking about ways to add more positivity to your life. We also share some ideas about balancing never-ending housework with the needs of small children, and we hear some feedback from David. N! Find complete shownotes at www.daniellebean.com Get full access to Girlfriends After Hours at daniellebean.substack.com/subscribe

This week, I share a survival tale from the terrific snowstorm we endured in the northeast this past week, and then we talk with Pat Gohn. Pat is an author, editor, and catechist whose most recent book is All In: Why Belonging to the Catholic Church Matters. Pat shares her own struggles and triumphs of faith and her personal experiences as they relate to being Catholic and STAYING Catholic. She shares from the heart with a depth of knowledge about the Church and the Catechism that will inspire you. Get full access to Girlfriends After Hours at daniellebean.substack.com/subscribe

This week we are getting real about Natural Family Planning. Get full access to Girlfriends After Hours at daniellebean.substack.com/subscribe

This week I’m sharing wonderful conversation I had with Sam Fatzinger, a mom of 13 who is “famous” for her family’s approach to debt-free living. Sam shares beautifully about her family’s journey to financial freedom and some of the sacrifices they have made along the way, as well as many of the joys they find in living a counter-cultural, simple life. Her down to earth approach and great sense of humor will inspire you! Find complete shownotes at www.daniellebean.com Get full access to Girlfriends After Hours at daniellebean.substack.com/subscribe