News Anxiety
Dan Burke
August 25, 2017
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Dan Burke and Melissa Elson discuss what to do when the news media disturbs your peace and causes anxiety and preoccupation.
Introduction to Discernment of Spirits
Dan Burke
April 22, 2016
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This week Dan and Melissa explore Saint Ignatius of Loyola’s techniques for tackling the negative thoughts and lies that enter into our minds and lead us away from God.
Questions on Prayer – Part 1
Dan Burke
January 15, 2016
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How can I stay engaged when I pray? Where does aridity come from? Answers to some questions on prayer and some suggestions for a daily prayer routine.
Embracing Suffering: 30 Days w/ Teresa of Avila Day 30, Pt 1
Dan Burke
October 30, 2015
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When and how should we embrace suffering? Learn from St. Teresa through reflections on her letters in the book “30 Days with Teresa of Avila”: Day 30.
Contemplative Prayer: 30 Days w/ Teresa of Avila Day 21
Dan Burke
August 7, 2015
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Contemplative Prayer 30 Days with Teresa of Avila Day 21 Reflections Divine Intimacy Radio Dan and Melissa discuss stages of prayer and the transitions between
The Difference Between Counseling and Spiritual Direction
Allison Ricciardi
February 12, 2014
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Editor’s Note: Today, we are blessed to have Allison Ricciardi join our writing team. Allison is a licensed mental health counselor and has been a
Advent Anxiety… What do I do? – Part I of III
Fr. John Bartunek, LC
December 2, 2013
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Dear Father John, I am looking forward to Advent and Christmas this year with a little bit of enthusiasm and a lot of anxiety. I
How to Overcome Anxiety
Fr. Michael Najim
October 23, 2013
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How to Overcome Anxiety Anxiety robs us of inner peace. Nothing good comes of it. Anxiety causes restless days, sleepless nights, and even affects our
Anxiety remains well after the election
Fr. John Bartunek, LC
December 3, 2012
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Dear Fr. John, I am deeply distressed by the outcome of our election. I am beyond myself when I consider that more than 40% of
How did Jesus & Mary Stay Perfect in Anguish & Sadness?
Fr. John Bartunek, LC
May 28, 2012
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Dear Father John, in responding to questions on this forum, you’ve often said something like, “the interior turbulence that the situation is causing you is
