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The Catholic Coaching Podcast
When we encountered New Age philosophies in Life Coaching that ran counter to our Christian beliefs, we decided to take the best practices of Life Coaching and infuse them with the rich traditions of our Catholic Faith. We're Matt and Erin Ingold, Catholic coaches and the founders of Metanoia Catholic, our Catholic Life Coaching Company. Join us as we share practical coaching tips to being transformed by the renewing of your mind so that you can be free to discover and choose your greatest calling in life.
The Catholic Coaching Podcast
315. How to Overcome Spiritual Dryness in Prayer (A Catholic Mindset Approach)
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Have you ever hit a dry patch in prayer where God feels silent and you start procrastinating or feeling disconnected?
In this episode of The Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Aaron dive into the experience of spiritual dryness—even when you're a spiritual director—and explore how self-sabotaging thoughts and rigid expectations can block intimacy with the Lord.
Instead of measuring prayer by feelings or "checklist" rules, Aaron coaches Matt on how to shift from seeking a specific emotional outcome to cultivating an active disposition of listening and readiness.
In this episode, Matt and Aaron cover:
- Mindset vs. Spiritual Direction: How mindset coaching clears away mental blockages and lies so spiritual direction can thrive.
- Recognizing Self-Sabotage: How perfectionism, delay tactics, and dopamine-seeking derail your morning prayer routine.
- Shifting the Goal: Moving from expecting a specific feeling/experience to practicing faithful dialogue and listening.
- The Parable of the Ten Virgins: Building a disposition of readiness and active waiting for the Bridegroom.
- Embracing God’s Word: How scripture and active listening ground your prayer life when subjective feelings fade.
If this episode helped you gain clarity and peace in your prayer life, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs encouragement today!
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