Personal Development
Featured
Christmas was my father’s absolute favorite holiday. So when he was diagnosed with terminal glioblastoma (brain cancer) in July 2018, we all hoped to have at least one more Christmas.
What comes to mind when you hear “poor in spirit”? In a general audience on May 2, 2020, Pope Francis told us, “The ‘poor in spirit’ are those who are and feel poor, beggars, in the depths of their being.”
Discover the untold story of American expat women artists in Paris and how their ambition helped professionalize art for women in the United States. Centered on Jennifer Dasal’s book The Club: Where American Artists Found Refuge in Belle Époque Paris, this article explores the American Girls’ Club — a haven for female artists seeking education, community, and creative freedom abroad. Through faith, beauty, and determination, these pioneering women transformed art from a genteel hobby into a respected profession, shaping the legacy of American art and redefining the role of women creators in both family and society.
Alright, let's get real for a sec. I'm not writing this because I've cracked the code on forgiveness—ha, nope! I'm just a gal who's been through the workplace wringer and keeps tripping over the same call from Christ, "Forgive one another!" (Matthew 6:12, 14-15)
Gossip undoubtedly can ruin reputations and relationships at home and at work. Unfortunately, the workplace is not a haven away from the grasps of gossip. Still, there are concrete steps we can take to strive toward a gossip-free work environment for our coworkers and ourselves.
November is a month when business pressures often intensify — Q4 deadlines, holiday launches, and the looming year-end reviews. For Catholic women in business, this season can feel like a sprint fueled by coffee, cortisol, and sheer grit. Yet the Church invites us into a different kind of training: not hustle habits, but holy habits.
Autumn’s beauty invites a Catholic reflection on mortality, hope, and eternal life. Weaving Scripture (Genesis 3:19), the Catechism (1020), and cultural touchstones like Anne of Green Gables and The Song of Bernadette, this piece reframes “remember your death” as a call to prayer, the sacraments, and renewal — showing why October’s melancholy points us toward Heaven.
Of all the ways the Devil tries to destroy our souls, one is especially devious for high-achieving, perfectionist women like me: the lie that our worth depends on how much we accomplish and how much we have to show for our time. How can we “be” enough when everything in the world tells us we have to “do” more?
Discover how and why to pray four Rosaries a day (all 20 mysteries). This testimony highlights the Rosary’s promises, power in spiritual warfare and mental prayer, plus family-friendly, time-saving tips to make this life-changing habit daily.
October 1 is the feast of St. Therese of Lisieux, a great friend of mine. St. Thérèse of Lisieux, known fondly as “The Little Flower” was a French Carmelite nun who lived from 1873 to 1897. She was born to Louis and Zélie Martin, who are also canonized saints. Though she died at just 24 years old, her profound spirituality and simple approach to holiness have made her one of the most beloved saints in the Catholic Church.
This article explores the life and legacy of St. Vincent de Paul, the "Apostle of Charity," who transformed from a young priest into one of history's greatest advocates for the poor and marginalized.
We all want to be great conversationalists. Who doesn’t want to be the person who lights up the room with our charm, wit, and empathy, easily connecting with others?
This article review for "An Exemplary Couple: Saint Gianna Beretta and Pietro Molla" by Valentina Di Marco, explores how the saintly couple balanced faith, marriage, and career. The author, a Catholic business owner, draws personal inspiration from their story, particularly how Gianna successfully integrated her medical career with motherhood through Pietro's support and their shared spiritual foundation.
Whether you are a family that prides itself on structure and routine or one that celebrates spontaneity and creative scheduling, outside forces can and do converge, potentially derailing your plans. Learning to accept and embrace these derailments may lead to greater peace throughout the ever-changing seasons, and even to more fulfillment and productivity.
Physical activity for women is not only recommended by every doctor and medical professional, it is essential for women to feel good and age well throughout their lifetime.
When was the last time you had a one-on-one with God? Were you at church? In bed trying to fall asleep? Were you in crisis or simply wanting to offer up your gratitude?
The way we pray varies widely, and it changes as we change.
There was a time in my life when I felt stuck. From the outside, things looked fine. I loved my job, I had a good routine, and I was living out many of the responsibilities entrusted to me. But deep down, there was a stirring — a gentle, persistent whisper that said, “You were made for more.”
In recent years, I have noticed that screen time has become a crutch for me. I was spending more time than I was willing to admit on my phone or computer, but this past Lent, I finally committed to seriously trying to change that.
A couple of summers ago, my husband and I loaded our bags into the car’s trunk, mounted our road bicycles on the roof, and headed out for a road trip. Little did I know that it would be a memorable experience that taught me the importance of perseverance.
Discovering that you’re expecting, by birth or adoption, can bring a whole range of emotions: excitement, fear, wonder, joy, stress. If you’re a working soon-to-be mom, you’ll have the added challenge of navigating time away from work while caring for your new child.
May is Mental Health Month, established in 1949 to promote mental wellness. Seeking support for mental health challenges can feel overwhelming, perhaps even shameful to some. However, there is a wide variety of support choices available, and the right fit for everyone’s mental wellness may look different.