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I am sitting down with my dear friend Mary Lenaburg to talk about her new book, Restored and Resilient: Walking Boldly with the Gifts of the Holy Spirit, and what it means to rely on the gifts of the Holy Spirit in the messiness of everyday life. Get her new book right here: https://ascensionpress.com/es/products/restored-and-resilient-walking-boldly-with-the-gifts-of-the-holy-spirit I was honoured to offer an endorsement: "Mary has done it again! Laughing one moment and weeping the next, this book will take you on a journey of self-discovery, with the virtues as your mile markers and Mary as your trusted guide. Written with remarkable vulnerability and the kind of wisdom that can only come from a woman who has lived these virtues herself, this is a book that will challenge every reader to become more fully who God created them to be." –Lisa Canning Catholic speaker, author and coach Check out Mary's other books: https://marylenaburg.com/ Follow Mary on instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/marylenaburg

Why do we keep repeating the same patterns, reacting in ways we don't understand, or feeling stuck despite our best intentions? In this episode, I sit down with Virginia Charlesworth, Catholic therapist and speaker, to explore Internal Family Systems (IFS) through a Catholic lens. Together, we discuss the concept of "parts," why different parts of us can seem to pull us in opposite directions, and how understanding these inner dynamics can lead to greater freedom, healing, and wholeness. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing, procrastination, or simply feeling stuck, this conversation offers practical insights into understanding yourself more deeply and inviting Christ into every area of your heart. In this episode, you'll learn: • What IFS is and why it has become so popular • Whether IFS is compatible with Catholic teaching • How understanding your "parts" can reduce inner conflict FREE MASTERCLASS JUNE 25: https://integrocoaching.com/free-masterclass - https://members.soulsandhearts.com/rcc - Souls & Hearts Resilient Catholic Community  - https://a.co/d/0bfqOXJA - Litanies of the Heart book by Dr. Gerry Crete  - https://www.elizabethgalanti.com/ Elizabeth Galanti is an IFS Therapist living in Ave Maria Florida

We all want clarity before we take action. We want the full plan, the guarantee, the certainty that we won't fail. But that isn't how God works. Today I am joined by Catholic Spanish coach Talina Padilla to discuss why it can be so hard to start- but ultimately, it's what we need to do. If you've been waiting until you feel ready to start the business, launch the ministry, pursue the dream, or answer God's call on your life, this episode is for you. Because God can't steer a parked car.

“There just isn’t enough time.” But what if that story isn’t actually true? Today I am sitting down with bestselling author and time management expert Laura Vanderkam to discuss her newest book, Big Time: A Simple Path to Time Abundance. Join us as we explore: why so many women feel trapped in “time scarcity”how our beliefs about time shape the size of our livesthe myth that motherhood and meaningful work are incompatiblehow planning can actually create more peace and freedomwhy many tradeoffs we assume are inevitable… may not behow to stop living reactively and start living intentionallyIf you’ve ever felt like your life has become too small, too rushed, or too overwhelmed to hold the things that matter most — this episode will help you begin imagining a bigger vision for your life.

Have you ever felt stuck- spinning your wheels, second-guessing yourself, or waiting for clarity that just won’t come? In this episode, I’m walking you through six powerful questions to help you break out of that place of paralysis and start moving forward again- with peace, purpose, and confidence. Because the truth is, feeling stuck isn’t usually about laziness or lack of discipline… it’s often a sign that something deeper needs your attention. Together, we’ll explore how to:  discern what the Lord may be inviting you into in this season  identify what might be holding you back  reconnect with your next right step- without striving or forcing outcomes This episode will gently guide you out of overthinking and into action- so you can move forward in a way that is aligned, grounded, and rooted in trust. If you’ve been waiting for a sign… this might be it.

In this conversation, I sit down with Stephanie Weinert, founder of Mother & Home, to talk about something many Catholic women quietly wrestle with: the desire to contribute financially, while remaining deeply rooted in their vocation as wives and mothers. In this episode we explore permission. Permission to: - desire significant income without guilt - use your gifts in a meaningful and fruitful way - build something that blesses your family and others - trust that God is not opposed to your growth- He may be inviting it We also talk about what actually drove Stephanie’s growth with Beneve, the mindset shifts required to step into this kind of work and new levels of earning, and how to discern whether an opportunity like this is right for you. LEARN MORE ABOUT STEPHANIE: https://msha.ke/stephanieweinert

What does it actually mean to lead like Jesus? And what if leadership… isn’t about titles, control, or having it all together- but about something else entirely? In this episode, I sit down with Jeffrey M. Lockert, President of Catholic Christian Outreach and author of Learn to Lead Like Jesus: An Invitation for Everyone to Incarnational Leadership, to unpack a radically different vision of leadership- one rooted in the life of Christ. Jeff shares why leadership is not reserved for the few… it’s a call placed on every one of us- in our homes, our work, our ministries, and our everyday relationships.  GRAB YOUR COPY: cco.ca/learntolead

What does it actually take to build a brand that people don’t just buy from… but believe in? In this episode, I sit down with Ben Corkery, founder of The Tallowed Truth, to unpack the real story behind building an 8-figure business... creating something so aligned and so excellent that your customers become your greatest advocates. We talk:  Polarizing ads—and why “not being for everyone” might be your greatest advantage  From making product on a hot plate in a basement… to producing thousands of units a day  What actually creates raving fans (and why most brands never get there)

Many people ask me about the difference between spiritual direction, coaching, and therapy. What exactly are they, and how might you know what you need?  In this episode, I walk through how each of these forms of support serves a different purpose in the life of a Catholic seeking holiness. I explain how spiritual direction helps you discern God’s voice, how therapy supports emotional healing, and how coaching helps you take practical steps forward in your calling. If you’ve ever wondered which one you might need—or how they can work together—I hope this episode brings clarity and peace. And of course to coach with me, send me a DM on instagram @lisacanning. I would love to chat about how I can help.

We have ideas, dreams, projects, ministries, and businesses stirring in our hearts. But one of the most important questions we can learn to ask is this: Is this from God… or is it just my ambition? In this episode, I explore the difference between a good idea and a God-given assignment. Because not every opportunity we see is necessarily something we are called to build. We’ll talk about discernment, interior peace, the role of ambition in the spiritual life, and how to begin recognizing the subtle ways the Holy Spirit guides our decisions. If you’ve ever wrestled with questions like: - Should I pursue this idea? - Is God asking me to start something… or let something go? - How do I know if this desire is coming from Him? …this conversation is for you. Because the goal isn’t to suppress ambition. The goal is to surrender it — so that what we build is truly aligned with what God is asking of us.

I recently wrote this reflection on Substack that I wanted to unpack further. Join me for a reflection on gifts, discernment, talents, and what the enemy fears. Original reflection can be found here: https://lisacanning.substack.com/p/what-ive-learned-about-feeling-fully?r=9jwzb

In this episode, I sit down with author and educator Ginny Kochis to talk about her beautiful new book Quirky Catholic Kids: Navigating Neurodivergence with Faith and Joy. Together we explore what it means to parent children whose brains process the world differently- and how to move from frustration and fear to trust and confidence.

Why is prayer often the first thing we avoid—especially when we need it most? In this episode, I’m joined by Rose Folsom for a gentle, honest conversation about the quiet resistance many of us feel toward prayer, and how to begin again without shame or perfectionism. Drawing on the wisdom of Jacques Philippe, we explore why prayer feels hard, how guilt keeps us stuck, and what faithful, realistic prayer looks like in real life. This episode is an invitation to return to God simply, patiently, and with trust—right where you are.

In a world where faith is often framed as heavy or restrictive, the saints tell a very different story- one of joy, feasting, beauty, and deep friendship. In this episode, I sit down with Ana Keyworth, co-founder of Party Like a Saint to explore what it really means to party like a saint- and why reclaiming celebration is essential for Catholic family life today. We talk about how feast days form children’s hearts, why joy is a spiritual discipline (not a personality trait), and how ordinary moments- birthdays, liturgical seasons, simple gatherings- can become powerful tools of faith formation. This conversation is for parents who want their homes to feel alive with meaning, not pressure… rooted in tradition, but full of delight. If you’ve ever wondered how to pass on the faith without making it feel heavy, how to build a Catholic culture your kids actually love, or why celebration itself can be a quiet act of evangelization- this episode is for you.

What if the future of the Church isn’t built only in parishes and pulpits- but in businesses, media, homes, and institutions shaped by faithful Catholics? In this episode, I'm hosting special guest Brooke Joiner from Catholic Owned, and we will explore why the Church needs entrepreneurs, creators, and builders who see their work not as a side hustle, but as stewardship, mission, and cultural formation.