What a gift to welcome my friend Schyler back to the podcast, this time to talk about patience! Schyler is the incredible mom to three kids earthside and a baby in heaven, and her patience inspires me truly every single day. I’ve seen it bear fruit throughout her life – from when I knew her as a single woman, into marriage and now motherhood! We talk all about patience and take a nice tangent into social media, which Schyler exited this year. I hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as...
Jul 25, 2023•56 min
Inspired by my recent trip to Yosemite with some friends, I wanted to talk a bit about the value of choosing the "bigger" life. It's tempting to get comfortable and not want to challenge ourselves to do new things and step outside our comfort zones, but it's always worth it.
Jul 18, 2023•19 min
From time to time, we all find ourselves feeling a little down and distracted – so what are we to do about it? In this episode (recorded on one of my very long road trips this summer), I share four strategies for lifting ourselves (and letting Jesus lift us) out of those moments of discouragement and frustration.
Jul 11, 2023•15 min
This week, E and I sat down to talk about our words of the year (“providence” and “abundance” respectfully) and how they’re going now that we're officially halfway through the year! If you missed our first episode on this topic introducing our words, head to episode 66 to hear the full stories on why we chose these words and our initial plans for them. We'd love to hear how your words are going! Email me at janekennedy@thesundaymonday.co :)
Jul 04, 2023•51 min
This summer, I’m striving to be intentional and thoughtful about how I spend my time, so I can prepare to re-enter the working world in August! Today, I’m sharing one of my favorite ways to audit my life: the 80/20 rule! Tune in to hear how I use this principle to streamline my decisions, be intentional about how and where I spend my time, and audit my priorities!
Jun 27, 2023•19 min
Jacey was one of my very first NYC friends (we actually went to college together!) and we both happen to be moving away from the city around the same time this summer, so we sat down to talk about the good, the bad, the wild, and the amazing moments we had here. Jace is a fount of wisdom and I'm so blessed by her friendship - and I know you will be blessed by her perspective, courage, openness, and joy as well!
Jun 20, 2023•53 min
We hear so often to remember and rest in the promises of God… but what exactly are those promises? In today’s episode, I’m sharing seven promises of God for us all to receive into our hearts. He is good, His plans are good, and He will never be outdone in generosity! He promises to help us carry our burdens: “Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart; and you will find rest for yourselves.F...
May 09, 2023•20 min
I am SO stoked to have the incredible Molly Franzonello on the podcast this week talking all things women's health. Molly is currently in midwifery school and she has so much wisdom to share with us about how incredible our bodies are as women. She also shares quite a few resources, which I've linked below. Enjoy! Molly's Article: Fertility Awareness: It's about more than babies FACTS about Fertility...
Apr 18, 2023•30 min•Season 2Ep. 72
Every single one of us has a creative identity that's trying to get out - but it can be so daunting to accept and embrace this part of us that desires to co-create with God (who is the ultimate creator). Marissa joins us this week to share her path to becoming a designer at the Washington Post, and how God has continued to invite her into co-creation with Him at work and beyond. We also talk about the intersections between faith and work and faith and art, and how beauty and truth point ourselve...
Apr 11, 2023•40 min
As we enter more deeply into Lent, let’s reflect on our idols together. One way to do this is to ask ourselves: Jesus + _____ = happiness What is it, beyond Jesus, that I look to for my fulfillment, my satisfaction, and my happiness? In this episode, I’ll talk a bit about our shallow and deep idols, and how we can invite God in to help us release those in order to love Him more fully. - Resources: Psalm 16 Counterfeit Gods by Tim Keller The Woman at the Well, John 4 The SundayMonday Tuesday News...
Mar 07, 2023•19 min
Today I have the incredible Clara Johsens on the show! We talk about the story behind her handmade jewelry business (truly the most beautiful earrings ever!) and how she pursues her creative passion on top of a full-time job. We also talk about the diagnosis she received about a year ago, and how to best support people as they walk through suffering and tough situations. It’s always a delight to chat with Clara and I’m so excited to share this conversation with you! You can find Clara's earrings...
Feb 21, 2023•36 min•Season 2Ep. 69
One of the hardest parts of living and loving other people is trying to understand what our true responsibility is when it comes to loving and serving them. I'm a little bit of a fixer, which means I often find myself getting involved and passionate about situations in the lives of people I love - but is that what God calls us to? And if He does call us to get involved with the issues in other peoples' lives, how can we do that with maximum peace and joy? In this episode I share the four questio...
Feb 14, 2023•18 min
How do you react when your plans go awry? As an avid planner myself, I've long struggled to make and hold my plans with "open hands." But God invites us to trust in Him, and that includes trusting in Him when our plans get #wrecked. The key to this trust? Moving forward, one step at a time. In today's episode, I share three practical ways I strive to take one step at a time, especially in seasons of uncertainty! Book Recommendation: Interior Freedom by Fr. Jacques Philippe Podcast reference: Epi...
Feb 01, 2023•16 min
It's the end of the year and Erica is back as we reveal our words for 2023 and reflect on our words/years of 2022! I can't believe the year is already over... and wow has it been a time. E and I talk all about what we've learned this year, how we've grown, and our hopes and dreams for 2023. Once you're done, email me at janekennedy@thesundaymonday.co and let me know your word of the year!
Dec 28, 2022•51 min
One of my very favorite people is on this week and I'm SO excited to share her and her wisdom with you! Alison is the founder of Elevate Etiquette, and she loves sharing tips and tricks to help everyone feel more confident, polished, and gracious. In this episode, we talk about the common pitfalls of heading home for the holidays, how to be gracious and kind while maintaining boundaries, how to answer those tricky (sometimes painful!) questions about our state in life, and so much more! She also...
Dec 20, 2022•38 min
I am SO stoked about this conversation, and to share Veronica and her joy with you! We talk all about Veronica's company, the Catholic clothing line Litany, and her journey to becoming a successful fashion designer. The origin story of Litany is fascinating (Veronica's co-founder is now a Dominican sister!) and I loved hearing about how intentional the design and development process is. We also talked about sustainable fashion, buying "better and less," and how we can share our faith through our...
Nov 08, 2022•44 min
The lovely Raquel Davis is on the line and we're talking all about work and motherhood! Raquel has been writing for www.thesundaymonday.co since almost its inception, and I'm so excited to finally share one of our life-giving conversations with you. Raquel shares her journey into the world of public health, her experience as a working mother for the past couple of years, and her encouragement to women who feel called to careers and motherhood. It's an awesome episode, and I hope you enjoy! Raque...
Nov 01, 2022•36 min
"No season is wrong, they're just different." To kick off season 3 (!!) I'm speaking with my dear friend, Danielle, about her journey from diagnosis through today with OCD and generalized anxiety disorder. These are conversations that I'm honored to be having, and I'm so grateful for her vulnerability and openness on this topic. I hope that this episode encourages you or gives you a new perspective on how our Church wants our holistic wellness - mind, body, and soul. Stay tuned this season for m...
Sep 20, 2022•54 min
Hey friends! This is our first ever episode devoted to dating - mostly because it's not really a topic we typically cover on the SundayMonday BUT I have been having so many conversations with galpals recently that I knew it was time. My hope is that this episode encourages you and gives you hope, no matter where you are on your vocational path! Would love to hear your thoughts, DM me @thesundaymonday_ on Instagram if you have anything to add, or if I can pray for you!
Aug 22, 2022•26 min•Season 2Ep. 61
It's our SIXTIETH episode... what?! I'm so grateful for this community and all of your support over the past 60 episodes. Today, I'm doing a little Q&A with questions from our Instagram and email. Tune in to hear my thoughts on the following: I remember you talking about your virtue of the month challenge. What does that look like? How are you doing? What's the biggest adjustment between full-time school and full-time work? How to recover from a massive mistake at work? I want to find a new ...
Aug 16, 2022•28 min
Many of us have heard the phrase "sanctify your work" a million times - but what does that even mean? How are we supposed to live our faith through our work, especially if we're not working in a direct-mission organization? We are called to pursue holiness in the here and now, and for many of us, the here and now includes a whole lot of work. Whether you're in the corporate world, a student, raising kids, or working for the church, we all need a little encouragement to truly work for God and not...
Aug 02, 2022•20 min
We've all been there - we've all experienced those awful days we feel grumpy, irritable, tired, and frustrated. Bad days seem to just get worse and worst until finally, we find a way to shake our attitude. I had one of those days this weekend, and in this episode, I'm sharing the six steps I took to turn that frown upside down. Did you know we have a newsletter? You can subscribe for free here: www.thesundaymonday.co/subscribe...
Aug 01, 2022•10 min•Season 2Ep. 58
This week, we're continuing our battle plan series and talking all about battling anxiety. I know this is part of so many of our stories and I'm breaking down four reflections on how I manage moments of anxiety and worry. I'd love to hear your thoughts – shoot me a message on Instagram @thesundaymonday_ and let me know how you battle anxiety!!
Aug 01, 2022•10 min•Season 2Ep. 57
This week's episode in our "Battle Plan" series is all about the battle of prayer. Enjoy! Book Recommendations: Searching for and Maintaining Peace Time for God In the School of the Holy Spirit Consoling the Heart of Jesus...
Jul 26, 2022•20 min
Ahh the battle of loneliness. We’ve all been there – that Friday night without plans, that day you just want to celebrate with friends over dinner but don’t know who to ask, that sunny day perfect for a picnic but you’re headed out to read alone… Why is it that loneliness cuts us so deeply, is so common, yet leaves us feeling so helpless? In this episode, I talk about the battle against loneliness, share super practical ways to cultivate (fun, normal, deep) friendships, and bring the longing to ...
Jun 21, 2022•15 min•Season 2Ep. 55
Welcome back to the podcast! This week, we're kicking off our summer school series inspired by St. Joan of Arc – battling whatever pulls us away from God, steals our peace, and disturbs our joy. We're starting with "battling the need for approval" because you know your girl has struggled with this one. Listen in for four tips on how to battle this need for approval and for encouragement on keeping your peace and joy no matter what!
Jun 14, 2022•15 min
What's the purpose of work? How do I find a job/company/role that fulfills me? Is it realistic for work to be meaningful? How much can I really expect from my job? Questions around "meaningful work" are by far the most popular we get in our DMs and emails, so today I'm sharing the five questions I use to reflect on where I am in my work life. These questions are designed to help us discern where and how God is calling us to work in our current season! I try to reflect on them at least twice a ye...
Apr 05, 2022•20 min
I know I say this every week, but this episode is SO GOOD. Bridget is back, and we're talking all about beauty. How do we define beauty? What does it mean to be beautiful? How can we steward the gift of our beauty in a world that is bent on driving us towards comparison, competition, and self-doubt? Bridge and I explore the gift of femininity and the ways that we present ourselves in the world while offering some tips on how to protect and honor the gifts that God has given us. Enjoy!...
Mar 29, 2022•57 min
Making friends and maintaining friendships as an adult can be a challenge. Today, my bff Erica is on the pod, and we're talking all about how we keep our long-distance friendship alive and thriving! We cover ways to make friends when moving to a new city, what we look for in our friendships, how to discern if it might be time for a friendship to end, and so many other little tips and stories about friendship! Enjoy :)
Mar 08, 2022•48 min
I find it so fitting that our fiftieth episode of the podcast is one of my favorite topics: spiritual attack! This quick episode covers how to identify spiritual attack, weapons for fighting back, and resources that have helped me in my own journey of experiencing and fighting against spiritual attack. Resources: The Great Divorce by C.S. Lewis The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis Be Healed by Bob Schuchts Unbound by Neal Lozano Spiritual Warfare Series on "The Place We Find Ourselves" Podcast - ...
Mar 01, 2022•20 min•Season 2Ep. 49
