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Smuggling Hope

A podcast designed to bring Catholic Counsel to the Community. Inviting listeners into therapeutic conversations to navigate the current landscape of family, faith, marriage, mental health, and growing cultural concerns. This podcast will benefit anyone who wants to increase in Truth, Freedom, and Love. Change the world, by changing yourself. Smuggle more hope into your life today.
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Episodes

Indiana Jones and the End of Romantic Comedies

Do you want to understand how to achieve the on screen romance you see in theaters, but in your actual relationship? It has more in common with Indiana Jones than you might think. DO YOU WANT A FREE RESOURCE THAT WILL GIVE YOU A springboard to enhance communication and end repeated conflict with your spouse, Enable you to better parent and enjoy your relationship with your children. Reduce your frustration and bring more peace to your home. Provide needed direction as we try our best to navigate...

Jan 31, 202442 min

Arcade or Adventure?

On average children 8-17yrs old, play 1.5-2hrs of video games daily. Learn how the gaming culture is effecting our families and children. How do we manage to succeed in a world of comfort and constant entertainment? DO YOU WANT A FREE RESOURCE THAT WILL GIVE YOU A springboard to enhance communication and end repeated conflict with your spouse, Enable you to better parent and enjoy your relationship with your children. Reduce your frustration and bring more peace to your home. Provide needed dire...

Jan 24, 202452 minSeason 1Ep. 36

Campaigning for Trust

We all struggle with trust in our relationships. If you want to learn how to rebuild trust within yourself and those you love, check out this episode. DO YOU WANT A FREE RESOURCE THAT WILL GIVE YOU A springboard to enhance communication and end repeated conflict with your spouse, Enable you to better parent and enjoy your relationship with your children. Reduce your frustration and bring more peace to your home. Provide needed direction as we try our best to navigate dilemmas that naturally spri...

Jan 17, 202445 minSeason 1Ep. 35

How to Build Your Family Culture

Your family culture is more important than your strategy of parenting or your approach to marriage. In this episode, learn how to create a family culture that endures, loves, and forgives. Develop a family mission that actually makes sense. Make sure you change the world, or let the world change you. STOP AVOIDING DIFFICULT CONVERSATIONS WITH YOUR SPOUSE! DO THIS INSTEAD! Download free family culture resources below! https://forms.aweber.com/form/19/955349019.htm Email your questions and ideas f...

Jan 15, 202449 minSeason 1Ep. 34

The Sandman's Toolbox

Sleep has such a powerful impact on our mental health, put we spend very little time on it. It impacts almost every level of our physical health and relationships. If you want to master the science of sleep, listen in to this podcast episode. Take Your Marriage to the Next Level! Get access to 6 Maxims of Strong Catholic Marriages, Download your FREE COPY of Dan's E-Book Here https://www.heartsrenewed.org/marriage/love-finds-a-way/ Become a Hope Smuggler. Email your questions and ideas for futur...

Jan 03, 20241 hrSeason 1Ep. 31

Killing the Comparison Monster

We spend so much time trying to compete with the facades of one another. How can we leave the game of perpetual competition? What can we do to stop comparing ourselves to one another and improve ourselves. Listen to the game you can start playing that can change it all. Take Your Marriage to the Next Level! Get access to 6 Maxims of Strong Catholic Marriages, Download your FREE COPY of Dan's E-Book Here https://www.heartsrenewed.org/marriage/love-finds-a-way/ Become a Hope Smuggler. Email your q...

Dec 06, 202337 min

Reducing Holiday Velocity

Why does Christmas seem to be coming faster each year? Is there any way to make the Christmas season hopeful and joyful instead of stressful and depressing? Learn what you can do to enjoy the season (it hasn't even started yet) and find out what the people in your life really do want to receive from you this year. Take Your Marriage to the Next Level! Get access to 6 Maxims of Strong Catholic Marriages, Download your FREE COPY of Dan's E-Book Here https://www.heartsrenewed.org/marriage/love-find...

Nov 29, 202341 minSeason 1Ep. 28

Triggered to Gratitude

I thought my gratitude practices were on target, but I was wrong. Learn the most effective gratitude practices according to current neuroscience. Gratitude improves immune function, motivation, and turns off the neuro connections for fear and anxiety. If you want to improve your physical and mental health, listen in. Take Your Marriage to the Next Level! Get access to 6 Maxims of Strong Catholic Marriages, Download your FREE COPY of Dan's E-Book Here https://www.heartsrenewed.org/marriage/love-f...

Nov 22, 202342 minSeason 1Ep. 27

Spiritual Health Assessment

Want to know how spiritually healthy you are? Listen in to hear the one simple habit all the saints had in common with Jesus Christ. Learn what you can do to get more of it in your life so you can have more peace and joy. Take Your Marriage to the Next Level! Get access to 6 Maxims of Strong Catholic Marriages, Download your FREE COPY of Dan's E-Book Here https://www.heartsrenewed.org/marriage/love-finds-a-way/ Become a Hope Smuggler. Email your questions and ideas for future episodes to dlawson...

Nov 15, 202340 minSeason 1Ep. 22

Safeguarding Sleeping Beauties

Want principles to guide parents as their teens navigate the confusing world of dating and romance? Check this out. Take Your Marriage to the Next Level! Get access to 6 Maxims of Strong Catholic Marriages, Download your FREE COPY of Dan's E-Book Here https://www.heartsrenewed.org/marriage/love-finds-a-way/ Become a Hope Smuggler. Email your questions and ideas for future episodes to dlawsonpsych@gmail.com. or voice message by clicking https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dan-lawson1/message....

Nov 08, 202340 minSeason 1Ep. 21

Starving the Narcissists

Get an insight on how to get rid of the gas-lighting, narcissism, and whatever other form of pride that is destroying your ⁠ life and our world. Take Your Marriage to the Next Level! Get access to 6 Maxims of Strong Catholic Marriages, Download your FREE COPY of Dan's E-Book Here https://www.heartsrenewed.org/marriage/love-finds-a-way/ Become a Hope Smuggler. Email your questions and ideas for future episodes to dlawsonpsych@gmail.com. or voice message by clicking https://podcasters.spotify.com/...

Nov 03, 202335 minSeason 1Ep. 24

Unmedicated Adventures in Depresso-Land

Currently 1 in 6 people say they are depressed or are receiving treatment for depression. With medication compliance approximately 50%, not everyone is willing or able to take medication. Here are 6 unique ways to combat depression without the use of medications for anyone interested. Take Your Marriage to the Next Level! Get access to 6 Maxims of Strong Catholic Marriages, Download your FREE COPY of Dan's E-Book Here https://www.heartsrenewed.org/marriage/love-finds-a-way/ Become a Hope Smuggle...

Oct 25, 202340 minSeason 1Ep. 23

Protecting Innocent Eyes

Do you want your children to be raised by Hugh Hefner? Probably not. Learn how to prepare and protect your children from our pornified world. Teach them young and teach them the truth, so they can have fulfillment in relationships. Resources for families below: Body Reveals God by Katrina Zeno Good Pictures Vs Bad Pictures by Gail Poyner Kristen Jenson Take Your Marriage to the Next Level! Get access to 6 Maxims of Strong Catholic Marriages, Download your FREE COPY of Dan's E-Book Here https://w...

Oct 18, 202332 minSeason 1Ep. 22

Cold, Dark, and Wonderful

Learn what the happiest people on the planet do, with only 36% of daylight. If you want to hold off your seasonal depression, listen to how these simple practices from the Danes, can help you enjoy the dark winter months. Maintain your mental and physical health and make this the best winter season yet. Take Your Marriage to the Next Level! Get access to 6 Maxims of Strong Catholic Marriages, Download your FREE COPY of Dan's E-Book Here https://www.heartsrenewed.org/marriage/love-finds-a-way/ Be...

Oct 11, 202338 minSeason 1Ep. 21

Good Fences

Boundaries are a requirement for a sanity and balance in life. No boundaries means no identity. Learn about the boundary issues that plague us all and how to overcome them so you can be free to love your family, your work, and bring harmony to your life. B-side questions (~37min in) discuss how to create realistic expectations with dating and avoid getting false hope when finding a potential spouse. Take Your Marriage to the Next Level! Get access to 6 Maxims of Strong Catholic Marriages, Downlo...

Sep 28, 202350 minSeason 1Ep. 19

Rebels With a Cause

How do we keep our connection with teens and young people amidst a culture of individualism, hedonism, and minimalism.. Are we leading our kids to God, or are we training them to be consumers? Learn how to navigate this minefield as a parent, mentor, or educator. If you care about young people, get dialed in. Take the VIA Character Strengths Survey at Penn State here https://www.authentichappiness.sas.upenn.edu/user/login?destination=node/463 just click on questionnaires and click on VIA (versio...

Sep 20, 202338 minSeason 1Ep. 18

The Science of Wrongology and Conspiracy Theories

You're probably wrong about something right now. Don't freak out, there are upsides to our errors. Learn how we can keep our fears of being wrong from blinding us from potential real-life hazards, or spiraling into conspiracy theorists drowning in a sea of information. Take Your Marriage to the Next Level! Get access to 6 Maxims of Strong Catholic Marriages, Download your FREE COPY of Dan's E-Book Here https://www.heartsrenewed.org/marriage/love-finds-a-way/ Become a Hope Smuggler. Email your qu...

Sep 14, 202338 minSeason 1Ep. 17

Interview with Dr. Peter Howard: Fulton Sheen, Instructor of Holiness

An interview with Dr. Peter Howard on the significance of Bishop Fulton Sheen as a great instructor of hope and holiness for our time. Dr. Peter Howard holds a Doctorate in Sacred Theology from the Angelicum in Rome. His passion IS Venerable Fulton J. Sheen -- the man and the mission. Dr. Howard is a leading expert on the teachings of Venerable Fulton J. Sheen. He is the author of The Woman: Mary as Mediatrix in the Teaching of Fulton J. Sheen -- the authoritative book on Sheen's Mariology -- an...

Sep 01, 20231 hr 17 min

The Lone Rangers

For anyone who feels alone in raising their kids with the Catholic faith, we solute the Lone Rangers, those with the courage to keep the faith alive in their families without the support of their spouse. Here's how to keep on trucking, and maybe even gain some interest in the faith from your spouse. Take Your Marriage to the Next Level! Get access to 6 Maxims of Strong Catholic Marriages, Download your FREE COPY of Dan's E-Book Here https://www.heartsrenewed.org/marriage/love-finds-a-way/ Become...

Aug 30, 202331 minSeason 1Ep. 15

How to Smuggle Hope Into Your Community-The Rich Dawn Podcast Interview

Learn how we can start to take action and smuggle hope into our community. This is the audio recording of Dan's interview with Kyle Dean on "The Rich Dawn" podcast. Click ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3n_xw-AALas&list=PLYhBLXSnGWF0dOxhWyFLVJ8c9p-8oWQE3&index=2⁠ to subscribe and watch the full youtube video interview with Dan and Kyle. To support Kyle's community efforts go to KyleDeanGorlick.com . Become a Hope Smuggler. Email your questions and ideas for future episodes to dlawsonpsy...

Aug 25, 20231 hr 24 min

The End of Anger Management

Does your temper get the best of you? Gain insights to deepen your relationship to Christ and increase your peace in daily living, without having to attend a 12 week anger management workshop. Take Your Marriage to the Next Level! Get access to 6 Maxims of Strong Catholic Marriages, Download your FREE COPY of Dan's E-Book Here https://www.heartsrenewed.org/marriage/love-finds-a-way/ Become a Hope Smuggler. Email your questions and ideas for future episodes to dlawsonpsych@gmail.com. or voice mes...

Aug 23, 202333 minSeason 1Ep. 14

The State of Affairs

Right at this moment, people are cheating and being cheated on. Why is this on the rise? What can we do? Learn the factors that can prevent this from happening to our marriages as well as the tactics to recover from an affair. (PARENTS-THIS IS AN ADULT CONVERSATION, PREVIEW BEFORE LISTENING WITH YOUR CHILDREN.) Take Your Marriage to the Next Level! Get access to 6 Maxims of Strong Catholic Marriages, Download your FREE COPY of Dan's E-Book Here https://www.heartsrenewed.org/marriage/love-finds-a...

Aug 16, 202344 minSeason 1Ep. 13

Parenting in the Age of Anxiety

Kids are more anxious than ever. How do we parent in the post-COVID world? How can we help parent, educate, and discipline our children to prepare them for this Brave New World? Gain insight into immediate ways you can begin to assist the children in your life and become a more effective in helping any anxious children you know or work with. Take Your Marriage to the Next Level! Get access to 6 Maxims of Strong Catholic Marriages, Download your FREE COPY of Dan's E-Book Here https://www.heartsre...

Aug 08, 202348 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Flypaper

Evil likes to be talked about. At every turn it is looking for a way to steal our attention. Learn how to stop giving evil our lives' attention and bring back peace to our families and community. Prepare your mind for war and give yourself the habits to dispose yourself to grow in heroic virtue with God's grace. Put your helmet on. Take Your Marriage to the Next Level! Get access to 6 Maxims of Strong Catholic Marriages, Download your FREE COPY of Dan's E-Book Here https://www.heartsrenewed.org/...

Aug 02, 202335 minSeason 1Ep. 11

Rethinking Addiction

Most of what we commonly know about addiction is wrong. Learn about the current science and treatment for addiction and WHAT REALLY WORKS. Recognize the keys to assisting those battling with addiction. Take Your Marriage to the Next Level! Get access to 6 Maxims of Strong Catholic Marriages, Download your FREE COPY of Dan's E-Book Here https://www.heartsrenewed.org/marriage/love-finds-a-way/ Become a Hope Smuggler. Email your questions and ideas for future episodes to dlawsonpsych@gmail.com. or ...

Jul 28, 202337 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Encouraging Your Priests and Clergy

(RECORDED FOR PRIESTS AND CLERGY) Priests and bishops are assaulted from both inside and outside the Catholic Church. Learn 3 dynamic ways to navigate this time in your priesthood as well as ways to support your local clergy. If you are a priest or religious, or want to support the priests in your life, this is worth a listen. Listen Commercial Free. Become a Hope Smuggler. Email your questions and ideas for future episodes to dlawsonpsych@gmail.com. or voice message by clicking https://podcaste...

Jul 25, 202332 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Building Your Mental Immunity

Learn what makes us resilient to the stressors of life. We all have a physical immune system that helps us resist illness, but did you know you also have a mental immune system? Want to reduce your risk of depression, anxiety, or relapse from whatever concerns you? Listen and acquire practical ways to start boosting your mental immunity today. B-side questions (~30min in) discuss how to deal with scrupulosity as you approach confession. Take Your Marriage to the Next Level! Get access to 6 Maxim...

Jul 19, 202336 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Roadmaps to Holiness

Ever ask, "What's God's Will for me in my life?" Explore the 3 D's of discernment, DESIRE, DISCIPLINE, and DIFFICULTY. Recognize how to respond more effectively to the call to holiness in your state of life. B-side questions (~32min in) how to engage a spouse who doesn't share your interest in the faith or practice of religion. Take Your Marriage to the Next Level! Get access to 6 Maxims of Strong Catholic Marriages, Download your FREE COPY of Dan's E-Book Here https://www.heartsrenewed.org/marr...

Jul 12, 202340 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Out of Babel

In a world where people are afraid and disconnected from each other we need more connection in our lives. In order to have confidence and fulfillment in our relationships, we need to communicate our legitimate needs and feelings. Learn why arguments aren't the end of the world and how to get closer to the people that matter most. B-side questions (28min in) will discuss ways to smuggle hope into the cult of progressive ideology in our world. Take Your Marriage to the Next Level! Get access to 6 ...

Jun 28, 202333 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Introduction and Manifesto

In this episode, Dan answers the questions, "What is it?" and "Who it's for?" Quickly learn how to look for the "Bright Spots" to find possibilities and solutions to the most difficult problems. Become a Hope Smuggler. Email your questions and ideas for future episodes to dlawsonpsych@gmail.com. or voice message by clicking https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dan-lawson1/message . For more information on ways to smuggle more hope into your marriage go to www.heartsrenewed.org for online reso...

Jun 06, 202318 minSeason 1Ep. 1
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