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This Whole LifeThe most dangerous career fair in history: Storytellers #9But don't worry, she can still see.Addy Diaz returns to This Whole Life to share a hilarious story of gaming, shame, and vulnerability. Listen in!Get your copy of He Leadeth Me for our Lenten book studyLet us know your thoughts on this 3-minute This Whole Life listener surveySupport the showThank you for listening, and a very special thank you to our community of supporters! Visit us online at thiswholelifepodcast.com, and send us an email with your thoughts, questions, or ideas....
2026-02-2314 min
Kolbecast299 Lent with Crux Ambassadors Pat & Kenna MilleaAMDG. As Lent begins, Pat and Kenna Millea of the Martin Center for Integration and the This Whole Life podcast return to the Kolbecast – together this time! -- and talk about making Lent a fruitful season, even if it isn’t always pleasant. They also talk to us about their participation as participants in the Lenten program Crux, which is available from Ascension Press. If you need a little support and motivation for Lent, this episode is the place to start!
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2026-02-1856 minThis Whole LifeEp93 Navigating Division and Seeking Peace in Difficult Times“In the world you will have trouble, but take courage, I have conquered the world."~ John 16:33What do I do when I feel like giving up?Is God present even when things feel hopeless?Is it up to me to solve the problems in the world around me?In Episode 93 of This Whole Life, Pat and Kenna tackle the challenge of staying sane and spiritually grounded in a world that feels increasingly divided, chaotic, and hopeless. The episode delves into the heavy realities facing our local communities and th...
2026-02-1656 minThis Whole LifeEp92 Thank God for My Anxiety? w/ Catherine DiNuzzo"Cast all your worries upon him because he cares for you."~ 1 Peter 5:7What is anxiety, really?How do I process my anxiety when it's not helpful?Seriously - thanking God for my anxiety?In this episode of This Whole Life, Kenna and Pat welcome licensed professional counselor Catherine DiNuzzo for a deep dive into anxiety—what it is, why it happens, and how to manage it. Catherine DiNuzzo shares her insights on the biology of anxiety, her work with clients, and the importance of approaching anxiety with self-compassion ra...
2026-02-0259 minThis Whole LifeScreening Prospective Priests & Religious: Storytellers #7What's it like to have the responsibility of discerning whether a man or woman would be a healthy and suitable priests or religious?Dr. Anthony Isacco shares his humble insights into the quietly holy work of psychological assessments in the process of discernment.Get your copy of He Leadeth Me for our Lenten book studyLet us know your thoughts on this 3-minute This Whole Life listener surveySupport the showThank you for listening, and a very special thank you to our community of supporters! Visit us...
2026-01-2612 minThis Whole LifeEp91 Hope Amid Depression w/ Dr. Anthony Isacco"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted, saves those whose spirit is crushed."~ Psalm 34:19Is it a sin to be depression?Is depression really able to be treated and healed?How can I help my loved one who is suffering with depression?In the first ever episode of "This Whole Life" recorded in front of a LIVE audience, Pat is joined by Dr. Anthony Isacco to dive into the realities of depression—what it is, how it affects individuals and families, and its complex relationship with faith. The co...
2026-01-1957 minThis Whole LifeA Wondrous Walk in Wyoming: Storytellers #6What does a Wyoming girl do every time she visits the family farm?Beth Hlabse joins us for this edition of Storytellers and a glimpse of the grandeur, quiet, and beauty of her childhood home.Get your copy of He Leadeth Me for our Lenten book studyLet us know your thoughts on this 3-minute This Whole Life listener surveySupport the showThank you for listening, and a very special thank you to our community of supporters! Visit us online at thiswholelifepodcast.com, and send us an...
2026-01-1209 minThis Whole LifeEp90 Loving Persons With Mental Illness w/ Beth Hlabse, LMHCA"But a Samaritan traveler who came upon him was moved with compassion at the sight."~ Luke 10:33How can I better support my loved one who suffers with mental illness?What is the Church's place in caring for those with mental illnesses?Is it possible to choose my responses instead of just reacting?In episode 90, Kenna & Pat welcome Beth Hlabse, program director of the Fiat Program on Faith and Mental Health at the University of Notre Dame, for an honest conversation about loving and supporting people with mental illness...
2026-01-051h 09This Whole LifeWhen the Hernons *knew* they were meant for each other: Storytellers #5When do you know that you're meant to marry someone? How much do you ever really know?? Mike & Alicia Hernon of the Messy Family Project share the story of their friendship, dating, and discernment with loads of wisdom for anyone at any stage of their vocation journey.Get your copy of He Leadeth Me for our Lenten book studyLet us know your thoughts on this 3-minute This Whole Life listener surveySupport the showThank you for listening, and a very special thank you to our community of supp...
2025-12-2917 minThis Whole LifeEp89 Family from 30,000 Feet w/ Mike & Alicia Hernon“Where there is no vision, the people perish."~ Proverbs 29:18Why do my spouse and I fight over such trivial things?How can we be more connected in our marriage?How do we create a vision of hope for our family?In episode 89 of This Whole Life, hosts Kenna & Pat Millea welcome Mike & Alicia Hernon, founders of the Messy Family Project. Together, they dive deep into the importance of building a shared vision for marriage and family, exploring the transformative power of intentionality in daily life. The Hernons share ca...
2025-12-221h 00This Whole LifeEp88 The Window of Tolerance"If you find that you have wandered away from the shelter of God, lead your heart back to Him quietly and simply."~ St. Francis de SalesWhat is wrong with me that I feel so overwhelmed sometimes?Why do I freeze up and struggle to process stress?How can I get back to my authentic self and respond instead of react?In Episode 88 of This Whole Life, Pat & Kenna dive deep into the concept of the “Window of Tolerance” — a foundational model for understanding emotional regulation and navigating stress...
2025-12-0859 minThis Whole LifeEp87 Sane Celebrations & Holidays"So whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do everything for the glory of God."~ 1 Corinthians 10:31Is it really possible to stay sane around the holidays?What if I have real baggage from past holidays & celebrations?How do I hold onto my values when the routine is thrown out the window?In episode 87 of This Whole Life, Pat and Kenna dive into the highs, hards, and heartfelt moments that come with holidays and celebrations. Together, they explore personal and family traditions, sharing how their values influence...
2025-11-2455 minThis Whole LifeFrom Occult Practices to Catholic Priesthood: Storytellers #2What a difference a year can make.You'll be wowed by Fr. Nathan LaLiberte's story of conversion and vocational discernment, going from occult practices to the seminary. Who in your life needs to hear Fr. Nathan's story? Take one moment to share it with them.Get your copy of He Leadeth Me for our Lenten book studyLet us know your thoughts on this 3-minute This Whole Life listener surveySupport the showThank you for listening, and a very special thank you to our community of sup...
2025-11-1712 minThis Whole LifeEp86 Gratitude Changes YouIn all circumstances give thanks, for this is the will of God for you in Christ Jesus.~ 1 Thessalonians 5:18Why is it so easy to feel entitled?How am I supposed to be grateful when things are so flawed?Does gratitude really make a difference?In this episode of This Whole Life, Pat, Kenna, and recurring guest Fr. Nathan LaLiberte dive deep into the transformative power of gratitude. They explore why gratitude isn’t optional for Christians, how it supports both mental health and spiritual maturity, and the enemies th...
2025-11-1055 minThis Whole LifeWhy This University President Stopped Using Email: Storytellers #1"Monsignor James Shea stopped using email in 2013."What?!In this inaugural Storytellers episode of This Whole Life, hear about this University president's story of deleting his email entirely: his reasoning, what he's learned, and what you can gain from his story.Get your copy of He Leadeth Me for our Lenten book studyLet us know your thoughts on this 3-minute This Whole Life listener surveySupport the showThank you for listening, and a very special thank you to our community of supporters! Visit us...
2025-11-0311 minThis Whole LifeEp85 Creating Integrated Catholic Culture w/ Msgr. James Shea"The Christian faith does not destroy culture, but purifies and uplifts it. It takes away nothing of genuine value from a society or nation, but strengthens whatever is good for the betterment of all."~ St. John Paul IIWhat does it mean to live a beautiful life?How can I create a Catholic culture in my own life, family, school, or work?Should I be aiming to create a utopia on earth?In this insightful episode of This Whole Life, hosts Pat and Kenna sit down with Monsignor...
2025-10-271h 03This Whole LifeEp84 Holy Sex, part 3: Expectations, Desires & NFP w/ Renzo & Monica Ortega"Each family finds within itself a summons that cannot be ignored, and that specifies both its dignity and its responsibility: family, become what you are."~ St. John Paul II, Familiaris Consortio, §17How do I acknowledge and communicate my sexual desires & needs?What do I do when my expectations about sex in marriage are unmet?Is it possible to keep the spark alive while practicing NFP?In episode 84, Pat and Kenna welcome Monica & Renzo Ortega for the final installment of their “Holy Sex” series. Together, they dive into...
2025-10-131h 01This Whole LifeEp83 Holy Sex, part 2: Arousal & Openness"Love should be seen as something which in a sense never ‘is’ but is always only ‘becoming’, and what it becomes depends up on the contribution of both persons and the depth of their commitment.”~ Karol WojtyłaWhy doesn't arousal come as easily as we expected?How do we make opportunities for intimacy when life is so busy?How can I have honest conversations with my spouse about arousal and our sex life?In Episode 83 of This Whole Life, Pat & Kenna are joined by guest Trisha McKeever, LMFT for Pa...
2025-09-291h 02This Whole LifeEp82 Holy Sex part 1: The Great News About Sex"I belong to my lover, and my lover belongs to me; he feeds among the lilies."~ Song of Solomon 6:3Why isn't my sex life going the way I hoped it would?How do I talk to my spouse about sex after we've gotten into ruts?Is it possible to have more sex and better sex in our marriage?In Episode 82 of This Whole Life, Kenna is joined by Vonda Tiede, LMFT and Daniel Merboth to kick off a powerful three-part series on “Holy Sex” in marriage. Together, they dig...
2025-09-151h 08This Whole LifeEp81 Take Back Control Of Your Life"For freedom Christ set us free; so stand firm and do not submit again to the yoke of slavery."~ Galatians 5:1What if I didn't sign up for the life I have?What does my life feel so out of control?Why do I feel trapped in the life I'm leading?In Episode 81 of This Whole Life, hosts Pat & Kenna Millea dive deep into what it really means to take control of your life — especially when things aren't going the way you thought they would. This episode explores the br...
2025-09-011h 00This Whole LifeEp80 The 4 C's of Healthy Conflict"A mild answer turns back wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger."~ Proverbs 15:1Is it possible to fight fair?How can someone who hates conflict approach it better?How do you turn conflict into connection? In this episode of This Whole Life, Pat and Kenna Millea dive deep into the heart of fighting well with the "Four Cs of Conflict." Drawing from real-life family stories, faith, and the practical tools of therapy, they lay out a step-by-step process to approach disagreements in healthier, more meaningful ways. You'll l...
2025-08-1854 minThis Whole LifeEp79 How Fathers Can Find Peace w/ Devin Schadt“For you did not receive a spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you received a spirit of adoption, through which we cry, ‘Abba, Father!’”~ Romans 8:15Why are so many fathers struggling?Is it possible for fathers to live peaceful lives today?How can a man change the world through his identity as a father?In episode 79 of This Whole Life, Pat Millea sits down with Devin Schadt, founder and executive director of the Fathers of St. Joseph, to dive deep into the challenges and opportunities of Catho...
2025-08-041h 00This Whole LifeEp78 Dating Well Before - And After - the Wedding w/ Dr. Mario Sacasa"Love should be seen as something which in a sense never ‘is’ but is always only ‘becoming’, and what it becomes depends upon the contribution of both persons and the depth of their commitment.” ~ St. John Paul IIIn episode 78 of This Whole Life, hosts Kenna and Pat Millea welcome Dr. Mario Sacasa, a seasoned marriage and family therapist and host of the Always Hope podcast, for an honest and hope-filled conversation about dating well—both before and after marriage. Together, they explore the true purpose of dating, how couples can continue to date with...
2025-07-211h 15This Whole LifeEp77 Living Pro-Life Every Day“This is how all will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.”~ John 13:35Am I really "pro-life"?How does loving others impact my mental & spiritual health?How am I supposed to treat the people who are hard to love?In Episode 77 of This Whole Life, Pat Millea welcomes Fr. Nathan LaLiberte for a powerful conversation about living out the pro-life message in our daily interactions and relationships. Together, they go beyond the usual political rhetoric, exploring how being truly pro-life means acknowledging the...
2025-07-0759 minThis Whole LifeEp76 Top Ten Parenting Hacks“See, I am sending you out like sheep into the midst of wolves; so be wise as serpents and innocent as doves."~ Matthew 10:16Is there any way to make parenting less stressful?What can I do to make our life less chaotic?How can our family be a little more sane & connected?Let's face it - parenting in the 21st century is not for the faint of heart. In episode 76 of This Whole Life, Kenna and Pat dive into their top 10 parenting hacks, offering real-life tips for bringing sa...
2025-06-2353 minThis Whole LifeEp75 Youth Sports: Inspiring or Insane? w/ Matt Birk"Do you not know that the runners in the stadium all run in the race, but only one wins the prize? Run so as to win." ~ 1 Corinthians 9:24Are youth sports helping or hurting our kids?Can sports be a healthy way of honoring God?How can my children and I stay grounded in the midst of their sports?In Episode 75 of This Whole Life, hosts Pat and Kenna sit down with Super Bowl champion Matt Birk for a lively, honest, and heartfelt conversation about the realities of youth...
2025-06-091h 09This Whole LifeEp74 Stuck in the Middle: Triangulation (Relationship Roundtable)“If your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault between you and him alone."~ Matthew 18:15Why do I get caught in the middle of arguments in my family?Why is it so tempting to bring someone else into a tense situation?How do I break the cycle of being brought into triangles among my family & friends?In Episode 74 of This Whole Life, Kenna Millea welcomes Ben Baker, LMFT and Addy Diaz for a lively Relationship Roundtable all about “triangulation”—that sneaky dynamic that can pop up in fa...
2025-05-2657 min
The Unplanned Joyful Life - Faith, Prayer, Catholic Church, Resilience, Self-Confidence#77 Need Help in your Marriage and Family? Meet Kenna Millea: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and co-founder of the Martin Center of IntegrationInside today's episode, Cathy Jo has the pleasure of interviewing Kenna Millea. Kenna has an extensive academic background, including 2 degrees from The University of Notre Dame and an additional Master's degree from St. Mary's University of Minnesota. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Co-founder of the Martin Center of Integration where Kenna counsels and leads others to bring healing and wholeness to those in need. She does this through integrating counseling and The Catholic Faith. She and her husband, Pat, cohost "This Whole Life" Podcast. Kenna and Pat have been married for 15 years and have 7 children. You can li...
2025-05-1333 minThis Whole LifeEp73 Don't Be An AntithesisJesus said to him, “What if I want him to remain until I come? What concern is it of yours? You follow me.”~ John 21:22Why do I get so angry at others' opinions & actions?How am I supposed to handle the evil & falsehood in the world?Why is it easier for me to explain what I'm against than what I'm for?In episode 73 of This Whole Life, hosts Kenna and Pat Millea welcome back Fr. Nathan LaLiberte for a candid conversation about identity, vulnerability, and the subtle trap of l...
2025-05-1258 minThis Whole LifeEp72 Benefit of the Doubt: Positive Sentiment Override"Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things."~ 1 Corinthians 13:7Why do I get so hurt by others' actions?Why is it so hard for me to let things slide?How can I give people close to me the benefit of the doubt?In episode 72 of This Whole Life, Kenna and Pat dive into the concept of Positive Sentiment Override, a game-changing mindset for building stronger, more joyful relationships. Kicking things off with some spirited candy rankings for the Easter season, the duo opens...
2025-04-2857 minThis Whole LifeEp71 Suffering with Sanity & Sanctity"...we also boast in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope, and hope does not disappoint us, because God’s love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us."~ Romans 5:3-5How are Christians supposed to respond to suffering?How do I know if I'm suffering well?How do I know whether I should avoid or accept a specific kind of suffering?In episode 71 of This Whole Life, hosts Kenna and Pat Mi...
2025-04-1453 minThis Whole LifeEp70 Men's Relational Health: Relationship Roundtable“Man becomes an image of God not so much in the moment of solitude as in the moment of communion.”~ St. John Paul IIHow do men connect with others?What makes it hard for men to have strong marriages & friendships?What can a man do to create healthier connections with others?This special episode of This Whole Life is the first "Relationship Roundtable," tackling issues related to human connection and struggles in relationships. Pat Millea is joined by an outstanding panel of guests, including Ben Baker, John Brau...
2025-03-311h 02This Whole LifeEp69 Active Listening w/ Addy Diaz"True listeners no longer have an inner need to make their presence known. They are free to receive, to welcome, to accept."~ Henri NouwenWhy is it so hard to listen well to others?Why am I so pained when others don't listen to me?Can I become a better & more active listener?In this episode of This Whole Life, Pat and Kenna welcome guest Addy Diaz to explore the art of active listening. Delving into how active listening fosters deeper connections and empathy, Addy shares insights from...
2025-03-171h 00Kolbecast250 Made for Relationship featuring Kenna MilleaAMDG. Clinical Director and Co-Founder of the Martin Center for Integration and host of This Whole Life podcast Kenna Millea joins the Kolbecast to discuss the ins and outs of relationships under a Catholic lens. “If you don’t like relationships here,” Kenna comments. “I think heaven’s going to be a big bummer— because that’s what it’s going to be.”
Kenna offers her expert insight into common challenges in family dynamics, from the relationship between the spouses to how parents interact with children. She unpacks how our relationships with others can impact our relationship to God and how the sac...
2025-03-1257 minThis Whole LifeEp68 A Future With Hope w/ Bishop James Conley"What we can be always sure of - no matter what is happening in our lives - is that we are not alone. You are not alone! God knows your suffering intimately and wants to walk with you through it."~ Bishop James ConleyHow should a Christian respond to a mental health crisis?Do priests & bishops know what it's like to struggle with their mental health?Is it worth it to be open & honest about my struggles?In this beautifully personal episode, Kenna and...
2025-03-0359 minThis Whole LifeEp67 Gender Identity & Gender Dysphoria w/ Dr. Julia Sadusky"Love without truth devolves into sentimentality. Truth without love becomes cold and calculated."~ Bishop Robert BarronWhere did we get to this place with regard to gender?How do I, a Christian, treat people who are gender nonconforming?What is the relationship between truth and love in real relationships?In Episode 67, hosts Kenna and Pat engage in a profound & faithful conversation with Dr. Julia Sadusky about gender identity and gender dysphoria. Dr. Sadusky, a licensed clinical psychologist, brings her expertise in psychology, gender, and faith, offering compassionate insights...
2025-02-171h 16This Whole LifeEp66 The Five Love Langauges"Above all, let your love for one another be intense, because love covers a multitude of sins."~ 1 Peter 4:8What is a love language? What is MY love language?Why is it hard to connect with my spouse?How do I talk to my spouse about what makes me feel loved?In this heartwarming episode of This Whole Life, Kenna and Pat explore the concept of love languages, inspired by Gary Chapman's popular book. They dive into how understanding love languages can enhance relationships, especially during the busy...
2025-02-0356 minThis Whole LifeEp65 Grief & Glory Through Infertility"If in spite of everything God does not give them children, they should not regard themselves as being thwarted. They should be happy, discovering in this very fact God's will for them. ... There is, then, no reason for feeling they are failures or for giving way to sadness."~ St. Josemaría EscriváIs God present in infertility?How do I deal with the sadness & anger of losing a dream?When I feel like I don't fit in, what do I do?In this profoundly moving episode of This Wh...
2025-01-2053 minThis Whole LifeEp64 Parenting Under Control, Not Controlling w/ Rachel Balducci“It is easy to love the people far away. It is not always easy to love those close to us. Bring love into your home, for this is where our love for each other must start.”~ St. Teresa of CalcuttaWhy am I so emotionally tied up in my kids' accomplishments?Is my child's behavior a verdict on my parenting?How can I be invested in my child without trying to control them?In Episode 64 of This Whole Life, Kenna welcomes guest Rachel Balducci for an insightful discussion on p...
2025-01-061h 05This Whole LifeEp63 Facing the Big Questions w/ Alex Wallace, LPCC“All of humanity’s problems stem from man’s inability to sit quietly in a room alone.”~ Blaise PascalDo the big, existential questions of life really matter?Why is it so tempting to avoid the big questions?How can I deal with the big questions in ways that I can process?In Episode 63 of This Whole Life, Pat and Kenna engage with clinical counselor Alex Wallace to explore the big questions: Why am I here? What is my purpose? Should I be vulnerable with others? Alex emphasizes the nece...
2024-12-231h 03This Whole LifeEp62 Training Kids (and Ourselves) for Technology"The Christian community is called to help them [parents] in teaching children how to live in a media environment in way consonant with the dignity of the human person and service of the common good.”~ Pope FrancisDoes technology really harm children & teens?How do I raise my children in a world steeped in tech & social media?Is it even worth the fight to resist the culture when it comes to technology? This is an important one, friends! In Episode 62, Pat and Kenna delve into the complexities of te...
2024-12-091h 04This Whole LifeEp61 Holy Living in Secular Settings w/ Isaac Wicker"As you sent me into the world, so I sent them into the world.”~ John 17:18How do I share the gospel when others aren't open to it?Can I be an authentic Christian if my job doesn't allow me to express it openly?How do I love people who are hostile toward my faith?Our world is fallen and broken, and in many ways it seems to be growing more opposed to the Christian life. Pat is joined by licensed therapist Isaac Wicker for a profound conversation about th...
2024-11-2559 minThis Whole LifeEp60 How To Create A Habit“Have patience with all things, but chiefly have patience with yourself. Do not lose courage in considering your own imperfections, but instantly set about remedying them - every day begin the task anew.” ~ St. Francis de SalesWhy are my habits so hard to change?Why do I keep doing the things I don't want to do?How do I build a new habit and get rid of others?In Episode 60, Kenna and Pat Millea take a deep dive into the psychology and spirituality of habit formation. They unpa...
2024-11-1147 minThis Whole LifeEp59 The Temperament God Gave You w/ Art & Laraine Bennett"But by the grace of God I am what I am, and his grace toward me has not been in vain."~ 1 Corinthians 15:10Why do I react the way that I do?How much of my personality can I change?How does my temperament impact my relationships, my work, and my faith?Join Kenna and Pat as they dive into the fascinating world of temperaments with Art and Laraine Bennett, renowned authors of "The Temperament God Gave You." In this enriching episode, discover how understanding temperaments can lead to...
2024-10-281h 13This Whole LifeEp58 What's Your Story? w/ Fr. Angelus Montgomery, CFR“Return home and recount what God has done for you.”~ Luke 8:39Where has the Lord been most clearly present in the story of your life?Is my story really worth telling?What good would it do to share my story with someone else? In this heartfelt and enriching episode of "This Whole Life," hosts Kenna and Pat Millea engage in a profound conversation with Fr. Angelus Montgomery, the vocations director for the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal. In the framework of "telling your story," they delve into themes of pe...
2024-10-141h 01This Whole LifeEp57 Faith & Flourishing in the LGBT+ Experience w/ Shannon Ochoa“Come see a man who told me everything I have done. Could he possibly be the Messiah?”~ John 4:29Is there a place in the Church for people with an LGBT+ experience?Does God have a joyful plan for people living with same-sex attraction?How can Christians love all people and uphold the teachings of the Church? Pat Millea engages in a profound conversation with Shannon Ochoa, co-founder of Eden Invitation, and recurring guest Fr. Nathan LaLiberte. The episode explores the intricate intersection of faith, sexuality, and mental health, focus...
2024-09-301h 05This Whole LifeEp56 Therapy, Spiritual Direction or Confession? w/ Fr. Nathan LaLiberte"But woe to the solitary person! If that one should fall, there is no other to help."~ Ecclesiastes 4:10How do I know if I need therapy or spiritual direction?Why doesn't my pastor offer more counsel in confession?Do I need to talk to a priest or a therapist - or both?In episode 56, Kenna welcomes Fr. Nathan LaLiberte to delve into the nuanced interplay between confession, therapy, and spiritual direction. Together, they distinguish between these different, but sometimes overlapping, practices of spiritual & mental healing. Fr. Nathan shares...
2024-09-1658 minThis Whole LifeEp54 Thriving Through Transition"There is an appointed time for everything, and a time for every affair under the heavens."~ Ecclesiastes 3:1Change is hard. Yet, it's something that every person experiences on a daily basis. How can something so universal be so difficult for us?In this episode of This Whole Life, Pat and Kenna dive into the challenges surrounding life changes and transitions. So many clients bring their questions and struggles to them when they're facing changes, and the hosts take time to reflect on the ways they have handled changes well and...
2024-08-1859 minThis Whole LifeEp53 How Women Heal from Sexual Sin w/ Rachael Killackey"There is a God close to us who calls us by name and says: 'Rise, cease your tears, because I have come to free you!'"~ Pope FrancisPornography, masturbation, sexual sin, and sexual addiction are not only problems for men.In Episode 53, Kenna and guest Rachael Killackey confront the sensitive yet crucial topic of sexual sin and addiction among women through the lens of faith and mental health. The discussion addresses the complexities of female sexuality, the impact of "purity culture", and the essential role of women sharing and...
2024-08-0456 minThis Whole LifeEp52 Surviving Family Trips"In your journey as a family, you share so many beautiful moments: meals, rest, housework, leisure, prayer, trips and pilgrimages, and times of mutual support…"~ Pope Francis, Letter to Families, February 2014Do you feel like you need a vacation to recover from your vacation?Have you spent time and money on trips that leave you feeling disappointed & frustrated?Do you have nightmares of children shouting "Are we there yet?" and arguments with relatives?Family trips and vacations are sources of such deep joy and fulfillment, but they can al...
2024-07-211h 02This Whole LifeEp50 Senses & Regulation: Occupational Therapy w/ Caitlin Russ"It is not the soul alone that should be healthy; if the mind is healthy in a healthy body, all will be healthy and much better prepared to give God greater service."~ St. Ignatius of LoyolaWhy do I respond to things differently from others?What can I do when I'm feeling overwhelmed?How can I help my kids process & respond to the world around them? Episode 50 brings an eminently relevant conversation between Kenna and guest Caitlin Russ, a trained occupational therapist. Together they bring out the importance...
2024-06-231h 01This Whole LifeEp48 Sanity & Sanctity with St. Thérèse: Book Study Part 2“It is the love of God dwelling in our actions that makes us whole. It is love that keeps us sane.”~ Fr. Marc FoleyIt's the grand finale of our book club! In Episode 48, Kenna, Pat, and Fr. Nathan LaLiberte wrap up their discussion on The Love That Keeps Us Sane by Fr. Marc Foley. Together, they reflect on moments of conviction, the essence of love as our primary vocation, and the interwoven nature of holiness and sanity in everyday life. From personal anecdotes to spiritual insights, the trio navigates the challenges of s...
2024-05-2647 min
Continuing the Call: A Seminary Dropout's Guide to DiscernmentMarriage as a Vocation w/ Pat & Kenna MilleaThomas Lyons talks with Catholic Speakers Pat and Kenna Millea about marriage, family, and discernment.Pat and Kenna are a husband-and-wife team and co-founders of The Martin Center for Integration. The Martin Center for Integration provides counseling, podcasting, and speaking & training presentations that address mental health and spiritual needs. Their services are tailored to individuals, couples, and organizations that need tools and resources to improve daily functioning and bring peace to their relationships, workplaces, and vocations. Pat is a Speaker, Musician, Leader, and former Parish Minister. Kenna Millea is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private...
2024-05-2200 minThis Whole LifeEp47 Sanity & Sanctity with St. Thérèse: Book Study Part 1“Her ‘little way’ was her means of holiness, and it was also what kept her sane.”~ Fr. Marc FoleyIt's book study time! At long last, Kenna and Pat are joined by Fr. Nathan LaLiberte to delve into the thought-provoking spiritual gem, The Love That Keeps Us Sane: Living the Little Way of St. Thérèse of Lisieux by Fr. Marc Foley, OCD. Drawing from the psychological and spiritual genius of St. Thérèse, they discuss the interplay between sanity and sanctity as a fruit of humility, the value of silence, and the complexi...
2024-05-121h 10This Whole LifeEp46 The Love That Keeps Us Sane w/ Fr. Marc Foley"Holiness consists simply in doing God's will, and being just what God wants us to be."~ St. Thérèse of LisieuxThis Whole Life returns to its roots! In episode 46, Kenna is joined by Fr. Marc Foley, OCD, author of the seminal work that led to this very podcast: The Love That Keeps Us Sane: Living the Little Way of St. Thérèse of Lisieux. Together, Kenna and Fr. Marc delve into the complexities of human nature and God's work in the midst of our messy thoughts, emotions, and relationships. As Fr...
2024-04-281h 01This Whole LifeEp45 Postpartum Mood Disorders w/ Dr. Lyndsey Day“The loveliest masterpiece of the heart of God is the heart of a mother.”~ St. Thérèse of LisieuxThe arrival of a child is an unspeakable gift and a grace for which to be thankful. But there can also be deeply painful moments during pregnancy and after the baby arrives. Millions of mothers know the hardship of postpartum depression, anxiety, distance from their spouse, disappointment, difficulty nursing, and the resulting shame. Is there anything we can do in the middle of such big, and sometimes surprising, challenges?Dr. Lyndse...
2024-04-141h 03This Whole LifeEp43 From Conflict to Connection: Process Over Content"Pure love is capable of great deeds, and it is not broken by difficulty or adversity."~ St. FaustinaDo you have the same arguments over and over again? Are you frustrated by a lack of connection in your relationship? Is it possible to still be connected when you disagree with the person you love?In this episode, Kenna and Pat Millea explore the transformative power of prioritizing Process over Content in communication and relationships. They delve into the significance of empathy and vulnerability in fostering genuine connection, especially during times...
2024-03-1746 minThis Whole LifeEp42 Your Body is a Gift: Body Image & Eating Disorders w/ Megan Lawrence, LAMFT"Do you not know that your body is a temple of the holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God, and that you are not your own?"~ 1 Corinthians 6:19"Why isn't my body different?""Why did God give me this particular body?" "What if I feel frustrated by, or even hate, my own body?"All of us have feelings & questions about the bodies that God has given us, and sometimes those feelings can become deep experiences of sadness, disgust, or shame; especially in a culture that idolizes only...
2024-03-031h 03This Whole LifeEp41 Shame vs. Guilt"...and hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us." ~ Romans 5:5So much of human life is marked by shame and guilt. We feel the weight of our mistakes, sins, and failures. Shame and guilt are both difficult to feel, but are they both bad? Do they serve a purpose? Do they drive us closer to God or farther from Him?In episode 41 of This Whole Life, Fr. Nathan LaLiberte returns for a...
2024-02-1854 minThis Whole LifeEp40 Crushing Criticism"My friends, if anyone is detected in a transgression, you who have received the Spirit should restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness. Take care that you yourselves are not tempted."~ Galatians 6:1Why is it so tempting to speak harshly to the people that we love most in the world? How do we overcome this habit and speak with the gentleness that comes from the Holy Spirit? In this final installment of their four-part series on Dr. John Gottman's 4 Horsemen of the Apocalypse for relationships, Kenna and Pat...
2024-02-0454 minThis Whole LifeEp39 OCD & Scrupulosity w/ Dr. Katherine Posch"Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom."~ 2 Corinthians 3:17How often do we hear that someone is "obsessed" with a new show or that they keep a clean home because they're "a little OCD"? The reality is that the burden of OCD weighs heavily on millions of people who suffer with this disorder, and on those who love them. How can we understand OCD and its effects on faith? And, even more importantly, how can we support those who are working on healing...
2024-01-211h 02This Whole LifeEp38 Family Meetings: A Game Changer"And whatever you do, in word or in deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him."~ Colossians 3:17Marriage and family life is a beautiful, romantic, sacramental vocation. And in the midst of that vocation, spouses also need to deal with finances, schedules, meal plans, parenting, budgets, and to-do lists. How are we supposed to maintain an organized home and family while being connected to each other in love & faithfulness? In Episode 38, Kenna and Pat invite listeners into the concept of F...
2024-01-0749 minThis Whole LifeEp37 Forgiveness: Living In Freedom"Bear with one another and, if anyone has a complaint against another, forgive each other; just as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive."~ Colossians 3:13In the prayer that Jesus gave us, we hear: "Forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us." We pray these words so often that we can overlook how challenging, and even unpopular, we find the reality of forgiveness. We have all been hurt by others, sometimes in profound and life-altering ways. Why would Jesus command us to do something as difficult - maybe even...
2023-12-2457 minThis Whole LifeEp36 Radical Acceptance"But by the grace of God I am what I am, and his grace to me has not been ineffective."~ 1 Corinthians 15:10As humans living in a fallen world, we often feel the space between our hopes and reality, and in that space we find disappointment, frustration, and heartbreak. Our relationships, our families, our work are marked by this hardship. What do we do when we are so tempted to either deny reality or wallow in the difficulty?In episode 36 of "This Whole Life," Kenna and Pat delve into the topic...
2023-12-101h 01This Whole LifeEp35 Unified: Overcoming Pornography Together"It is necessary that the heroic becomes daily and that the daily becomes heroic."~ Saint Zélie MartinIn this fallen world, there are particular evils that require the grace of God and the support of loved ones to overcome. Pornography certainly falls into this category. In the second half of the conversation about pornography, Pat & Kenna discuss the consequences that brokenness and addiction had for their marriage. They also recall key moments that led them to reconciliation and deeper intimacy. Loving relationships, especially marriages, are the ones most affected b...
2023-11-261h 04This Whole LifeEp34 Perspectives on Pornography: His & Hers"Create in me a clean heart, O God..."~ Psalm 51:12How can something that affects all of us be something that we almost never talk about honestly and purposefully? Pornography has infiltrated individuals, marriages, families, and the Church, and it's time to deal with it in ways that are faithful and fruitful. In this incredibly candid episode, Pat and Kenna dive into an intimate and inspiring discussion about the impact of pornography within their marriage and their own personal journeys. With raw vulnerability, they reveal the emotional toll, struggles, and triumphs experienced during...
2023-11-121h 09This Whole LifeEp33 I'm Not In Control: Superstition"To attribute the efficacy of prayers or of sacramental signs to their mere external performance, apart from the interior dispositions that they demand, is to fall into superstition."~ Catechism of the Catholic Church §2111Let's face it: it's really scary to realize that we're not in control, and that's understandable. But grasping for control through superstition is, at best, fruitless and can even be mentally and spiritually harmful. From rabbit's feet and lucky coins to empty "religious" routines, superstitions are all around us.In Episode 33, Pat Millea delves into the intriguing t...
2023-10-2953 minThis Whole LifeEp32 In The World, not of the World: the Sacred & the Secular"I do not ask that you take them out of the world but that you keep them from the evil one. ... As you sent me into the world, so I sent them into the world."~ John 17:15, 18Let's face it: the fallen world around us is a difficult place to be. We, who desire a healthy and holy life, are surrounded by secular influences and misguided worldviews. What are we supposed to do? How do we stay sane and holy in a secular world? It can be tempting to either give in to...
2023-10-1555 minThis Whole LifeEp31 Let Them Struggle: Enabling & Overfunctioning"We should strive to keep our hearts open to the sufferings and wretchedness of other people, and pray continually that God may grant us that spirit of compassion which is truly the spirit of God."~ St. Vincent de Paul ➡️"Snowplow" parenting, friendship, or marriage➡️Trying to fix other people's problems ➡️Over-functioningWe care so deeply for our loved ones, and it pains us to watch them struggle and suffer. Sometimes it is good and necessary to help alleviate their suffering. But all of us are tempted to cross the line into...
2023-10-0147 minThis Whole LifeEp30 Conquering Contempt"All bitterness, fury, anger, shouting, and reviling must be removed from you, along with all malice. And be kind to one another, compassionate, forgiving one another as God has forgiven you in Christ."~ Ephesians 4:31-32On the wedding day, most couples can't imagine ever treating their spouse with contempt. But in this broken world, we know that so many marriages suffer with belittling speech and actions. How does a marriage devolve into habits of contempt, and what are the antidotes to get the relationship back on track?Drawing from their...
2023-09-171h 00This Whole LifeEp29 The Parts of Me in Harmony: Internal Family Systems with Louisa Hall"As a body is one though it has many parts, and all the parts of the body, though many, are one body, so also Christ."~ 1 Corinthians 12:12You were made by our loving God to be an amazing human person - a beautiful integration of mind, body, and soul all working in dynamic harmony. But each of us who are fallen experience dis-integration, and the parts of us don't always exist in cohesive unity. We might think things like "Part of me wants to do this, but part of me doesn't", or "Why...
2023-09-031h 01This Whole LifeEp28 Choosing Greatness Over Comfort with Isaac Schmidt"The world offers you comfort, but you were not made for comfort. You were made for greatness."~ Pope Benedict XVIWe live in a world that often seems to be designed for our human comfort. We now have access to temperature-controlled homes, split-second mobile computers in our pockets, fast food, and delivery services. And as comedian Louis C.K. once said, "Everything is amazing right now, and nobody's happy."Why do we find ease and comfort so enticing but, ultimately, so disappointing? Why do we so often chase pleasure after...
2023-08-2057 minThis Whole LifeEp27 10 Tips for Parenting Toddlers (and other kids of any age)“Soon we’ll have the intimate happiness of the family, and it’s this beauty that brings us closer to God.”~ St. Louis MartinThe Terrible Twos. Three-nagers. A-Four-itarian. It's time to dive into the wild world of parenting toddlers (and kids of any age) with a blend of wisdom, humor, and relatability! Drawing from their own experiences as parents to a brood of seven children, ranging from 3 to 12 years old, Pat & Kenna share 10 valuable and hard-earned tips to help navigate the challenges that come with raising little ones.From the stru...
2023-08-061h 01This Whole LifeEp26 What Do I Do With My Anger? w/ Fr. Nathan LaLiberte"Be angry but do not sin; do not let the sun set on your anger, and do not leave room for the devil."~ Ephesians 4:26-27ANGER. It's a word that brings up so many feelings and reactions for each of us. Some struggle to control their anger, and others are tempted to ignore or squash their angry feelings. How are we, as followers of Christ, supposed to understand anger? Is anger an emotion or a sin? Is it involuntary or can we learn to control it? Is there a way...
2023-07-2358 minThis Whole LifeEp23 Staying Grounded in the Chaos"I am the vine, you are the branches. Whoever remains in me and I in him will bear much fruit, because without me you can do nothing."~ John 15:5In the midst of a fallen, chaotic, and frenetic world, we can feel pulled in many different directions. We might lose connection with our experience in the present moment and lack awareness of what's going on in our body, emotions, and soul. How can we regain a sense of connection to the present moment and remain rooted in the love of Christ?...
2023-06-1143 minThis Whole LifeEp20 The Resilience & Healing of our Brains with Sofia Carozza"Therefore, we are not discouraged; rather, although our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day. For this momentary light affliction is producing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison..."~ 2 Corinthians 4:16-17The last 50 years have seen incredible development in neurobiology and our understanding of the human brain. Yet we, as people of faith, know that humans are so much more than just a "brain in a body"; in fact, we are a deep and mysterious unity of mind, body, soul, brain, and even our...
2023-04-3059 minThis Whole LifeEp19 Sanity in the Sacred Triduum & EasterThis saying is trustworthy: If we have died with him we shall also live with him;if we persevere we shall also reign with him.~ 2 Timothy 2:11-12Happy Resurrection from our family to yours! He is risen! Alleluia!The Sacred Triduum and the Easter season are some of the most significant days of the liturgical year and of our lives. There is so much beauty, solemnity, sorrow, and triumphant joy in the symbols, rituals, and traditions of this holy time. And while the passion, death, and Resurrection of our Lord...
2023-04-1639 min
The Daily RefillEnveloped in the Life and Love of God - Kenna MilleaWelcome to the Daily Refill: Lenten Pause!Today, Kenna Millea shares how her own reflection on her newborn daughter led her to better understand that the Lord loves her with the same intensity and intimacy. As we create room this Lent, let's remember to let the Lord fill it with that knowledge and experience of him and his love.Hear more from Kenna on The This Whole Life Podcast: https://spokestreet.com/this-whole-life/Thanks for joining us today! Be sure to check out tomorrow's episode, too, along with all the great content at...
2023-04-0202 minThis Whole LifeEp18 Tearing Down Walls & Building A Connected Marriage"...but speaking the truth in love, we must grow up in every way into him who is the head, into Christ..."~ Ephesians 4:15We return to Dr. John Gottman's "Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse" for marriages with a conversation about Stonewalling. In the course of every marriage, there are times that our emotions feel overwhelming. One response to that experience can be to shut down, disengage, and cut off communication from our spouse - this is what Gottmann calls "stonewalling," and it can be very damaging for a loving marriage. In...
2023-04-0254 minThis Whole LifeEp17 Living With A Broken Heart: Others' Free Will"For He bore witness to the truth, but He refused to impose the truth by force on those who spoke against it."~ Dignitatis Humanae, St. Pope Paul VI & the Second Vatican CouncilOne of the most difficult and heartbreaking experiences for us as people of faith is watching someone that we love wander from the Church or make choices that are harmful to themselves or others. So much fear, disappointment, and anxiety is created by these situations in our lives. We deeply love our children, our spouses, our friends, and...
2023-03-1951 minThis Whole LifeEp16 Free Will & the Self"For God has willed that man remain 'under the control of his own decisions,' so that he can seek his Creator spontaneously, and come freely to utter and blissful perfection through loyalty to Him. Hence man's dignity demands that he act according to a knowing and free choice that is personally motivated and prompted from within, not under blind internal impulse nor by mere external pressure."~ Gaudium et Spes §17God, in His incredible goodness, has created each of us in His image and likeness. Because of that, every one o...
2023-03-0545 minThis Whole LifeEp15 Adoption, Fostering, & Connections That Heal (with Ryan O'Hara)"For you did not receive a spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you received a spirit of adoption, through which we cry, 'Abba, Father!'"~ Romans 8:15When someone has experienced separation or trauma, especially as a child, it can be challenging for them to feel safe in attachment with others. Yet, close connections are a powerful source of healing and wholeness for all of us, especially for those who have suffered. How can we step into connection and attachment, even - and especially - when it's difficult?In this...
2023-02-191h 12This Whole LifeEp14 Defeating DefensivenessThose who conceal their sins do not prosper, but those who confess and forsake them obtain mercy.~ Proverbs 28:13Humans seek connection, and sometimes that connection leads to conflict. What happens when that conflict doesn't lead to greater understanding and acceptance, but rather defensiveness and rejection? Conflict can make our walls go up, we're stuck in a dilemma: trying to protect ourselves and missing out on the relationship all the while.In this first episode on Gottman’s “Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse”, we define defensiveness and the sneaky ways it presents in our comm...
2023-02-0550 minThis Whole LifeEp13 Grief: My Forever Frenemy"Blessed are they who mourn, for they will be comforted."~ Matthew 5:4Everyone has had experiences and feelings of grief and loss. Whether it's a person that we love, a relationship, a job, a dream - we all know the weight of having something or someone that we love torn away from us. This is a reality of our fallen, passing world: losing what we love is something we all go through. Death is a part of life. And it can be so, so hard. How are we, as Christians, invited to deal...
2023-01-2258 minThis Whole LifeEp12 Fully Alive with Paul J. Kim"Life in man is the glory of God; the life of man is the vision of God. If the revelation of God through creation gives life to all who live upon the earth, much more does the manifestation of the Father through the Word give life to those who see God." ~ St. Irenaeus of LyonsAt the center of humankind's search for wholeness and holiness is the desire to become fully alive - truly present, richly aware, and thoughtfully loving in all circumstances. Yet, so many of us struggle with mental, emotional, and spiritual...
2023-01-0858 minThis Whole LifeBonus Episode: Merry Christmas!"The perfect Teacher of children became himself a child among children, that he might give wisdom to the foolish. The Bread of heaven came down to earth to feed the hungry."~ St. Cyril of JerusalemMerry Christmas from This Whole Life! 🎄🙏🏻❤️💚We are so grateful for your presence on this journey with us, especially during this season of the incarnation - God made flesh, the perfect model of integration.May your Christmas season be filled with joy, peace, hope, and the blessings of Jesus Christ, who came into this world for our salvation...
2022-12-2519 minThis Whole LifeEp11 Embracing Your EmotionsIn the Christian life, the Holy Spirit himself accomplishes his work by mobilizing the whole being, with all its sorrows, fears and sadness, as is visible in the Lord's agony and passion. In Christ human feelings are able to reach their consummation in charity and divine beatitude.~ Catechism of the Catholic Church §1769If we are going to enjoy lives of peace and wholeness, it's imperative that we understand and embrace our emotions for the gift of God that they are. But emotions can be just so confusing and overwhelming! We al...
2022-12-2552 minThis Whole LifeEp10 Coaching Children Who ArgueDo nothing from rivalry or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others. ~ Philippians 2:3-4Every parent knows the frustration and anxiety that we feel when our children seem to constantly argue. And every parent also knows the difficulty of finding a way to respond that is loving and patient, and also correcting and guiding. Conflict is an inevitable part of this earthly life - the goal is not to make sure our children avoid...
2022-12-1152 minThis Whole LifeEp9 The Ache We All Know (w/ Ashley Cermak)"If I find in myself a desire which no experience in this world can satisfy, the most probable explanation is that I was made for another world." ~ C. S. LewisAs we make our way through this earthly life, we experience a nagging ache or longing for something more. While we feel this ache even at the best of times, it's often in the midst of our deep human suffering and anxieties that we come to understand our soul's ache for God's perfect love.Our guest for this episode is Ashley Cermak, a c...
2022-11-2752 minThis Whole LifeEp8 Mental Health in the Marvel Cinematic Universe“Everyone fails at who they are supposed to be, Thor. The measure of a person, of a hero, is how well they succeed at being who they are.” (Frigga, Avengers: Endgame)The Marvel Cinematic Universe is one of the most successful film franchises in history. But the popularity of these movies & series isn’t merely based on superheroes and quirky one-liners - it’s rooted in how effectively the MCU portrays the human experience, including mental health struggles of all kinds.From Ironman to Avengers...
2022-11-1350 minThis Whole LifeEp7 Managing Family Relationships"As they grow up, children should continue to respect their parents. They should anticipate their wishes, willingly seek their advice, and accept their just admonitions. Obedience toward parents ceases with the emancipation of the children; not so respect, which is always owed to them. This respect has its roots in the fear of God, one of the gifts of the Holy Spirit." ~ Catechism of the Catholic Church §2217Families - the ones we’re born into and the ones that we create - are full of beauty, joy, thanksgiving, worship, and purpose. But...
2022-10-3059 minThis Whole LifeEp6 Date Nights"Love should be seen as something which in a sense never ‘is’ but is always only ‘becoming’, and what it becomes depends upon the contribution of both persons and the depth of their commitment.” ~ St. Pope John Paul IIIt’s time for a date night, friends!Marriage is one of the beautiful and amazing things that God does in the lives of His beloved children; husbands and wives are called to be witnesses of God’s love by giving themselves completely to the Lord and to each other. But if we’re honest, we also...
2022-10-1652 minThis Whole LifeEp5 Receiving Your Values"For where your treasure is, there also will your heart be." ~ Matthew 6:21We give our time, our money, and our energy to the things that we value. Everything about our lives is a result of our values - our actions, relationships, priorities, even our sins. Our values don't just determine what we do, they communicate who we are and Whose we are. But all too often we float through life without intentionally choosing our values: they get handed to us (sometimes without us even knowing it) by our families of origin, the culture aro...
2022-10-0232 minThis Whole LifeEp4 Living Up To Your Dignity“Freedom is not getting to do what you want, but being able to do as you ought.” - St. John Paul IIYou are good…and you don’t get to do whatever you want. God made you good, plain and simple, and nothing that you do can diminish or steal your inherent goodness as a child of God. But that doesn’t mean that all of our desires and actions are good. We’ve all experienced the anxiety, pain, and breakdown of relationships that happen when our actions don’t live up to our dignity. Yet...
2022-09-1833 minThis Whole LifeEp3 The Verdict is In: YOU ARE GOOD.My friend, you. are. good.We’ll say it again in case you don’t believe us: you are good.Our intrinsic goodness and value don’t come from our achievements, our actions, our relationships, or even our prayer lives. We are good simply because God, our Father, made us in His image and likeness; He made us good. No sin, no action, no suffering, and no failure can rob us of our goodness. So many mental health challenges stem from our reluctance to receive our inherent, God-given worth.Fr. Nathan LaLiberte joins Pat fo...
2022-09-0444 minThis Whole LifeEp2 Meet Me at the Fencepost: Balancing BoundariesMental health isn’t limited to what goes on inside our minds; our mental health is deeply affected by our human relationships. And one often overlooked facet of deep, authentic relationships is healthy boundaries.Boundaries are a balancing act that offer freedom: both holding firmly to my own identity AND being open to connection with others. All of us desire this kind of self-knowledge and self-gift, but human relationships are messy! Whether it’s in a marriage, with a child, or in a friendship, we struggle to hold clear and loving boundaries. It’s so easy to only f...
2022-09-0436 minThis Whole LifeEp1 Seeking Sanity & SanctityThis Whole Life is about being fully alive! It’s about pursuing an authentic, integrated life and allowing every part - mind, body, and soul - to function as a whole so that we can love and serve God and all your fellow humans. To live this in the real world requires a genuine look at our mental health in the context of faith. “Mental health” isn’t a four letter word and it’s not just for people who go to therapy. Being attentive to our mental health is crucial for EVERY follower of Christ, because when we’re...
2022-09-0445 min
Practicing Catholic ShowCatholic Mental Health Resources (with Pat and Kenna Millea)AVAILABLE NOW: God desires our wholeness and flourishing in every aspect of who we are: body, soul, and mind. Pat and Kenna Millea join us to talk about a new initiative they’ve begun providing Faith-Filled Mental Health Services for Individuals, Couples & Organizations.
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2022-08-0814 min
Church Life TodayIntegrating Mental Health and Faith, with Pat and Kenna MilleaSalvation comes from the Latin word “salus”, which means “health” and “well-being”. Illness and sin are therefore both, in different ways, a lack of the health and well-being that is intended for us. We might even say that we are created for wholeness just as we are created for holiness, and that growing in one means growing in the other. Salvation is both a matter of wholeness and holiness. The Martin Center for Integration seeks to bring together what is all too often kept apart: mental health and faith development. It is common for either one or the other of those two...
2022-07-2535 minThis Whole LifeThis Whole Life: Trailer!This Whole Life debuts on September 4th!How does our mental health relate to our faith? How can we become whole while living in a broken world? Every day, we all strive to encounter God amidst the challenges of balancing faith and family, work and leisure, our sense of self and complicated relationships. Pat & Kenna Millea bring joy, hope, and wisdom to those who believe there is a connection between holiness and happiness. Kenna is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist; Pat served for 15 years as a youth mi...
2022-07-1104 min