I am a woman on a mission to help you trade sugar for sanctity, one bite and one prayer at a time. Today, we’re diving into Chapter 7 of the Delay and Pray ® book - and if I could title this episode anything else, it might be “Your Gut Is Not Just a Place for Digestion - It’s a Sacred Space.” Because here’s the truth: our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, and how we treat them matters. And in today’s culture, that sacred space is under attack … from the inside out. Sugar will never satisfy....
Jun 26, 2025•20 min•Ep. 136
Today is all about imagining yourself at the dinner table with Jesus . What is being served? The body of Jesus and your body. Really - that is what we will concentrate on in today’s episode and Chapter 6 of my book, Delay and Pray®. I am inviting you to dinner - but not in the way you might expect. We’re talking about what I call “Dining In with Jesus.” This is a powerful mindset and practice that will transform not only your body as you dine in on your fat stores but your soul, too, as you crav...
Jun 19, 2025•34 min•Ep. 135
From Chapter 5 of Beth's book, Delay and Pray®, we are introduced to the Thought Model, a powerful framework for renewing the mind and transforming habits through spiritual fasting. Drawing on scripture, the teachings of the Saints, and personal coaching experience, Beth explains how our thoughts shape our emotions, actions, and ultimately our results. Beth shares how we can identify harmful thinking, build bridge thoughts grounded in faith, and align our mindset with God’s divine truth. The epi...
Jun 12, 2025•17 min•Ep. 134
We continue going through Beth's book Delay and Pray®, with Chapter 4 this week, focusing on the life-changing impact of “believing harder than you work.” She draws powerful lessons from the story of Mary and Martha, showing how prioritizing faith and trust in Jesus, especially in our fasting journeys, can bring peace and real transformation. Beth shares a touching personal story about her mother during the pandemic, highlighting how spiritual fasting and unwavering belief can lead to miracles i...
Jun 05, 2025•24 min•Ep. 133
In this episode, Beth unpacks Chapter 3 of her book, Delay and Pray®, and tackles the idea of being "Happy, Thin, and Rich Right Now." Rather than chasing happiness or peace as distant rewards, Beth reveals how they’re available in the present, regardless of your weight, finances, or circumstances, by rooting yourself in God’s mercy and peace. With honest stories and practical tips, she shares how spiritual fasting, prayer, and a shift in mindset can help you find joy and richness today, not jus...
May 29, 2025•19 min•Ep. 132
Beth discusses Chapter 2 of her book Delay and Pray ® : Permanent Weight Loss Through Spiritual Fasting . This chapter introduces what she calls The Great Experiment - a transformative approach to weight loss that centers on grace, purpose, and spiritual renewal. Rather than relying on willpower alone, this method helps you create a "new wineskin" mindset rooted in love, abundance, and sacramental commitment. Learn how to identify your spiritual purpose goal (aka “the why that makes you cry”) an...
May 22, 2025•20 min•Ep. 131
This episode explores Catholic spiritual fasting as a lifelong, sustainable practice. Beth introduces key themes from Chapter One of her book, Delay and Pray®, emphasizing the importance of overcoming ingrained habits and shifting our mindset to experience lasting food freedom in Christ. By detaching from sugar and daily indulgence, fasting becomes a transformative act of sacrifice, strengthening our physical and spiritual well-being. The episode highlights the role of suffering in personal grow...
May 15, 2025•25 min•Ep. 130
This week, Beth is joined by her client Cindy, a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, as she shares her story of transformation through the Delay and Pray Group Coaching Experience. After years of ineffective diets and constant processed eating, Cindy found her breakthrough by combining spiritual fasting with prayer, whole foods, and a new mindset. Tune in to hear how Cindy lost 12 pounds, found freedom from cravings, and deepened her faith, discovering that spiritual purpose is the true key t...
May 08, 2025•35 min•Ep. 129
Have you felt called to do something, but your mind was immediately flooded with limiting thoughts that held you back? My client, Erin Smith, shares the quiet, self-limiting beliefs and fears that held her back from joining the Delay and Pray® Group Coaching Experience and how changing her mindset, not just her habits, led to real progress in her health and spiritual life. Through a deeply honest conversation, Erin reflects on her journey to permanently lose 25 pounds—not by chasing a diet, but ...
May 01, 2025•56 min•Ep. 128
Happy Easter! Today, we are unpacking the true meaning of feasting during the Easter Octave after a season of spiritual fasting, and Beth highlights the miracles and family blessings that came from fasting and prayer. Discover how to celebrate Easter with intention - not through overindulgence, but by embracing gratitude, connection, and mindful enjoyment of food and family. Beth offers practical tips for making the most of the Easter Octave, celebrating the sacraments, and finding joy in both b...
Apr 24, 2025•24 min•Ep. 127
In this special Holy Week episode, Beth welcomes back her pastor, Fr. Logan Parrish. They discuss the spiritual depth and rich traditions of Holy Week, exploring how spiritual fasting can transform our hearts in anticipation of Easter's joy. From the significance of Palm Sunday’s processions and the emotional intensity of Good Friday to the communal and personal power of Lenten sacrifices, Beth and Fr. Logan share personal stories, priestly perspectives, and practical encouragement for entering ...
Apr 17, 2025•42 min•Ep. 126
This week’s episode is extra special. I’m joined by my husband, Mike, as we reflect on 35 years of marriage, raising a family, and the role our Catholic faith has played through every twist, trial, and joy. We share stories you’ve never heard - how we met at Purdue, the early struggles of our marriage, raising kids, facing illness, discovering spiritual fasting, and learning to pray together. You’ll hear: How we navigated faith, family, and the messiness of real life What spiritual fasting has d...
Apr 10, 2025•35 min•Ep. 125
If you haven’t listened to last week’s episode, be sure to catch up, as this one builds on everything we discussed. In this episode, I continue sharing how faith, fasting, and surrendering to Christ have deepened my marriage with Mike. I talk about the power of spiritual fasting, how small sacrifices bring couples closer, and why true joy comes from embracing the struggles and blessings of marriage. Discover why fasting together strengthens marriage, how to invite Christ into every struggle (big...
Apr 03, 2025•15 min•Ep. 124
After 35 years of marriage, my husband Mike and I have learned that faith, fasting, and laughter are the keys to a thriving relationship. In this episode, I share personal stories - including a humbling airport fall and the lessons they reveal about marriage, humility, and God’s grace. Hear about: How Catholic fasting transformed our marriage The power of laughter and letting go of perfection Surrendering burdens to Christ instead of each other If you’re looking for ways to strengthen your marri...
Mar 27, 2025•29 min•Ep. 123
If you've ever had health issues and suffered for a long time before you got a diagnosis ... If you've ever lost a loved one or spouse ... If you've ever had to be a caregiver and juggle a full-time job, you will resonate with this week's episode. Shirley has been a client of the Delay and Pray® Group Coaching Experience since September 2024 and has lost 60 pounds so far, with spiritual results that are even more important. Her story is a heroic one. She experienced gastrointestinal problems fro...
Mar 20, 2025•46 min•Ep. 122
You were created by God to be blessed and prosperous. You were made to be happy as a child of God, healthy in body and soul, and rich in mercy and kindness. Discover why Lent, with its special graces, is the perfect time to focus on prayer and fasting. Beth shares insights into the challenges and rewards of fasting, exploring its theological roots and impact on our body and soul. Learn about the significance of sanctifying grace, the gifts we were designed to have, and how fasting can help reord...
Mar 13, 2025•26 min•Ep. 121
"I knew Weight Watchers wasn't enough. I needed my faith to be a part of my weight loss journey to make it stick." This is part of Kathleen's story. Can you relate? She had to think long and hard about whether she could give up drinking socially if it wasn't on a Sunday. Have you had any of these thoughts? If you think about it, you most likely have already done hard things in your life, and you can do it again. This episode intricately weaves through themes of faith, virtue, and personal empowe...
Mar 06, 2025•48 min•Ep. 120
When you need comfort and love, do you turn to food? Do you find yourself worshipping food - almost unconsciously? It reminds me of the Bible verse, "their god is their stomach" which appears in Philippians 3:19. If you find yourself thinking about food all day long - from breakfast to lunch to dinner with snacks in between, then you are not alone. This week's guest is my client Teresa Villano, who joined the Delay and Pray® program a year ago and has been an active member since then. She has be...
Feb 27, 2025•46 min•Ep. 119
Do you find yourself intentional in other areas of your life, but impulsive when it comes to food? This is what my client Ronda Baines talks about in our interview this week. She brings up an all-too-familiar struggle with impulsive eating and overcoming challenges related to fasting. Ronda shares her lifelong journey with weight management, revealing the deep-seated issues surrounding food and dieting that began in her childhood. Through the Delay and Pray® program, Ronda discovered the transfo...
Feb 20, 2025•33 min•Ep. 118
If you are on the road to sainthood, then we can take our cues from the great saints and make our decisions as they made theirs. We were created to be virtuous, which means making the right choices not only for our souls, but for the good of others as well. These decisions are tough sometimes, but worth it. What We Can Be, We Must Be! I encourage you to stay committed to your goals, lean into hardships, and harness the power of community and prayer to achieve a healthier, holier life. This episo...
Feb 13, 2025•26 min•Ep. 117
Delay and Pray® has changed my life in so many ways for the better. It is a method of spiritual fasting that helps you regain your spiritual edge and grow in virtue while becoming fit in both body and soul. It isn’t a diet because it is centered on Christ and detachment from food and alcohol as comfort. God should be our comforter. Today I discuss all of this in the context of the 3 M’s of Delay and Pray® that are so important to remember in driving incredible results in both body and soul and w...
Feb 06, 2025•36 min•Ep. 116
As January draws to a close, let's remember the importance of reflecting on and writing down our goals, making sure they align with our ultimate journey toward heaven. Drawing inspiration from the story of the three wise men and their spiritual journey, Beth encourages you to follow the star, prioritize your relationship with Jesus, and embrace transformation through spiritual fasting, prayer, and love. This episode provides a reflective framework to guide us throughout the year, offering practi...
Jan 30, 2025•20 min•Ep. 115
We can learn so much from children, even those who are neurodivergent. If you (or your child or your grandchild) are sensitive to sound or feel anxious and overwhelmed in our noisy world, then you'll want to tune in to today's episode. Sister Allison Regina Gliot, FSP is a Daughter of St. Paul, author and editor and is here to talk about her latest picture book, Eli's Quiet Friend, published by Pauline Books & Media. What makes Eli's Quiet Friend particularly special is its emphasis on conte...
Jan 23, 2025•21 min•Ep. 114
There's a lot of talk about Dry January happening - taking a break from alcohol during this month . I think it is a fabulous idea to consider our drinking levels and lean into moderation if possible, but there is something better than a dry January! I'm here to suggest that you add to that practice a spiritual purpose! There are life-changing effects for both body and soul with Spiritual Fasting. Today, I am sharing the 5 most AMAZING benefits of delaying alcohol with a spiritual purpose. After ...
Jan 16, 2025•23 min•Ep. 113
As a Catholic Mindset Coach, I use a Thomistic Thought Model which teaches that your thoughts create your results. What I have found is that this is true about weight and also about money. If you think you can't lose the weight and find food freedom even through Spiritual Fasting - you won't do it. If you think you'll never find financial freedom, then you'll never have it. But if you can change your mindset about these things - invite Jesus into it and meld your will into His - then the sky is ...
Jan 09, 2025•39 min•Ep. 112
Happy New Year my friends - I hope you had an amazing Holiday Season and are ready to start 2025 with a bang. It’s time to lose 25 pounds in 2025 - I’ve already done it. It’s your turn. If you are a client - then you’ve already done it. It is time to invite your friends to do it, too! Weight loss is just a great benefit. The biggest secret of Delay and Pray® is not only a renewed body, but a renewed soul, mind, and spirit. A blessed life all the way around. We just use the practical goal of weig...
Jan 02, 2025•38 min•Ep. 111
Merry Christmas! We have made it through Advent and are now in the Christmas Octave, which extends the Christmas celebration from Christmas Day through New Year's Day - the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God. The Christmas Octave is truly the time to rest and feast on friendship and family. Remember feasting is not binge-eating. Eating to enough feels good and celebratory at the same time. Don't forget to binge on Sacraments, Activities, and Connection. Today, I share a feasting plan to help us tr...
Dec 26, 2024•16 min•Ep. 110
The Delay and Pray® podcast usually focuses on adults, but I want to discuss how daily doses of sugar and white flour and poorly produced processed foods affect our children and grandchildren. You will be astounded at the often disguised unhealthy ingredients we are putting into their sweet little bodies. I have a terrific doctor on the show today, Dr. Brandon Vinzant, who is part of 'The Wellness Way' network of doctors. We discuss all of this and give you great advice and alternatives to consi...
Dec 19, 2024•38 min•Ep. 109
We are in the midst of the Advent Season and it can be easy to lose our peace amidst the holiday chaos. In this episode, I share my methods for integrating prayer, organization, and the Delay and Pray® approach to transform your experience of the holiday season. Discover strategies for simplifying festive preparations and enhancing spiritual growth, inspired by the wonderful book "The Mystical City of God" by Venerable Mary of Agreda. Join us to explore how to live out Advent intentionally, bala...
Dec 12, 2024•19 min•Ep. 108
After years of working in her weight loss practice helping others lose weight, Leslie Brown, a Family Nurse Practitioner, realized that although she had all the answers for others, there were a few missing pieces to the puzzle for her own journey. She had to admit she needed help and external support to finally achieve her health goals. Leslie joined the Delay and Pray® Group Coaching Experience in July 2024, and at Week 13, she is down 24 pounds. She shares her practical and spiritual goals and...
Dec 05, 2024•36 min•Ep. 107
