The Nitty-Gritty of Mental Prayer [Time for God Part 4]

01/29/25 • 25 min

#063 - How long should you pray for? When's the best time? Where should you pray? Should you kneel, sit, or lie down?
In this episode, we get into all of the nitty-gritty details of mental prayer, including some recommended ways to enter into mental prayer and some common (and normal) difficulties you may experience.
Join me in this final part of our 4-part series on Fr. Jacques Philippe's book Time for God.

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What it Feels Like to Make Spiritual Progress [Time for God Part 3]

#062 - Have you ever wondered if you're making spiritual progress?
Are you actually growing in holiness? What if it feels like you're just backsliding?
In this 3rd part of our 4 part series on Fr. Jaques Philippe's book, Time for God, we talk about the stages of spiritual progress and what it might feel like as you grow in union with God.

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Sleep & Dopamine: How a Lack of Rest Wrecks Your Motivation (And Mimics ADHD)

#064 - Ever feel stuck in a cycle of exhaustion, low motivation, and endless scrolling—no matter how much you want to be productive? The problem might not be a lack of willpower but a lack of sleep. In this episode, we’re diving into the powerful connection between sleep, dopamine, and motivation—and how sleep deprivation can actually mimic or worsen ADHD symptoms.

You'll learn:
✅ Why dopamine is the motivation molecule—and how sleep directly impacts it
✅ How poor sleep lowers dopamine levels, making it harder to focus, follow through, and resist distractions
✅ The shocking ways sleep deprivation mimics ADHD symptoms (forgetfulness, impulsivity, brain fog, and emotional ups & downs)
✅ Simple, science-backed strategies to reset your dopamine with better sleep habits

If you struggle with motivation, focus, or energy, this episode will give you the tools to break free from the exhaustion cycle and start thriving—physically, mentally, and spiritually.

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