The Genius Podcast

“The LORD gave, and the LORD has taken away; blessed be the name of the LORD” (Job 1:21)How do you respond when faced with loss and disappointment? In this weeks episode of The Genius Podcast, host Karen Doyle is joined by Christina Guzman from Radio Maria Australia. Together they unpack what it looks like to walk through a season of loss and disappointment and the questions we wrestle with. They explore how we can enter into the mystery of suffering and keep our faith. Find out about Rhythm's of Renewal HERE Purchase a Metanoia Journal HERE Link to sermon on loss & disappointment mentioned in the podcast

Do you want to see things done well? Do you struggle with procrastination? Do you get consumed by shame and self condemnation when you don't live up to your own expectation's? If you answered yes to any of these you may well be experiencing some of the unredeemed fruits of perfectionism. In this weeks episode of The Genius Podcast, host Karen Doyle is joined by guest Jenay Franco. Jenay herself struggled with the unredeemed side of perfectionism which impacted her motherhood and how she was showing up for the people who mattered most to her. With Catholic mindset coaching she was able to experience restoration and redemption in this area of her life and go on to help other women find the same freedom she did. Purchase your copy of the Metanoia Journal Find out more about The Genius Project Catholic Women's Masterclass Jenay Franco @jenayfranco

Are you a woman struggling to manage stress and anxiety in your everyday life? Do you wonder how you can hold in balance both the struggle and the joys of life?In this podcast episode host Karen Doyle is joined by Dr Greg Bottaro from The Catholic Psyc Institute. Together they unpack how we can begin to manage stress and anxiety in our everyday life. And how practicing Catholic mindfulness and self compassion plays a crucial role in living lives of integration and wholeness. To learn more about Catholic Coaching for Catholic women CLICK HERE Find out more about the Catholic Women's Masterclass HERE To purchase a copy of the Metanoia Catholic Journal if your live in Australia or New Zealand HEREVisit The Catholic Psyc Institute here

On this weeks episode of The Genius Podcast host Karen Doyle is joined by Nicole Caruso. Nicole is the author of the book Worthy of Wearing and the founder of the Worthy of Wearing Movement. Both Nicole and Karen are passionate about supporting women to see and live their unique feminine genius. In this weeks conversation they explore topics such as self worth and how this impacts the way in which we show up for those closest to us. As well how our feminine genius is reflected through what we wear. Purchase Nicoles Book here

In this week's Genius podcast conversation host Karen Doyle is joined by Kelly Shoup. Kelly is an occupational therapist who specialises in helping women understand their unique sensory profile so that they can show up for themselves and others in an integrated and whole way. In this conversation we unpack why it is important and Godly to understand your unique design, how this changes your relationships the better and how parents can use this to transform their parenting.Kelly specialises in helping parents of 3-8 year olds avoid meltdowns and parent with intention. *Find out more about The Catholic Women's Masterclass *Find out more about Catholic Coaching for Catholic Women *Watch the live recording on The Genius Project YouTube Channel *Follow Kelly on instagram kellykShoup*Kellys website: https://www.kellykshoup.com/

In this weeks episode of The Genius Podcast host Karen Doyle is joined by Joy Adan. Joy shares her story of hitting rock bottom after the brith of her second child when she had to admit she was totally overwhelmed and not coping. In this conversation Karen and Joy explore what we need to do when we find ourselves struggling. And the role that rest and connecting with ourselves in a gentle way play in bringing about restoration and wholeness in our lives. Joy shares the importance of honouring our story and what is happening in our life in an honest and courageous way that not only brings us healing but then also brings hope and light to others. Who does it help to pretend that everything is fine?

On this weeks episode of The Genius Podcast host Karen Doyle is joined by Paige Rien. Paige runs her own design consultancy and she is the author of the book Revived and Renovated: real life conversations on the intersection of home, faith and everything in between. Paige explores the parallels of the work we do in our homes and our souls. After decades of spiritual seeking, Paige came into the Catholic Church in 2017 and is passionate about having open, frank, practical conversations about faith. Find out more about Paiges book Revived and Renovated here .Follow us on: Instagram genius_project_dailyYou can watch the live recording on The Genius Project YouTube Channel. Find out more about Catholic coaching for Catholic women here. Purchase your copy of the Metanoia Catholic journal here.

In this weeks episode of The Genius Podcast host Karen Doyle is joined by Sr Miriam James Heidland (SOLT). Sr Miriam James has a powerful story of encountering the pure and Authentic love of Jesus Christ and the power of that love to restore and heal the most broken parts of our life. Sr Miriam shares her conversion story and together Karen and Sr Miriam unpack how we deal with the wounds we sustain in life. The power of Christ's love to bring healing and transformation and how as women we can move forward with hope and joy. To find out more about Catholic coaching for Catholic Women To find out more about The Genius Project Catholic Women's Masterclass Follow us on Instagram #genius_project_daily Watch the live recording on The Genius Project YouTube Channel Recommended Books:Be healedRestoreJust as I am

Do you ever find yourself irritated by the people you do life with because they are wired differently to you? So often in our relationships we can see our differences as irritations rather than invitations. Invitations to grow in virtue, understanding and grace. In this podcast conversation host Karen Doyle is joined by Kristin Barlow. Kristin is the founder and creative behind the dear kristin YouTube channel. A channel where Kristin does comedy sketches based on the 16 personalities in the Myers Briggs personality test. Together they discuss how we can understand our blindspots in light of the Meyers Briggs assessment, grow in understanding of those around us and have a laugh along the way. The dear kristin YouTube channel promotes self-growth, understanding of others, and the occasional stereotype for the sake of comedy. You can find her YouTube channel here .Find out more about Catholic Coaching for Catholic women here Find out more about The Genius Project Catholic Women's Masterclass here Follow The Genius project on Instagram #genius_project_dailyWatch the live recording of the podcast on The Genius Project YouTube Channel here

What happens when life overwhelms you? How do you respond when life takes an unexpected turn? What do you do when you hit rock bottom and life is not panning out the way you had hoped or prayed it would? How do you rebuild?In this weeks episode, host, Karen Doyle is joined by Angela Schnieders. Angela is passionate about educating women on what it means to live an integrated life. And how women are called to be a presence in which others can encounter Christ and know themselves to be loved. In this episode Angela shares her journey of debilitating depression and burn out and her journey out of that dark place. Follow us on: Instagram genius_project_dailyYou can watch the live recording on The Genius Project YouTube Channel. Find out more about Catholic coaching for Catholic women here. Purchase your copy of the Metanoia Catholic journal here.

In this weeks podcast episode host, Karen Doyle, is joined by Claire Dwyer, author of This Present Paradise. Together they unpack the dimensions of a statement made by Claire on social media earlier in the week and re posted in The Genius Project. This statement became the most liked, shared and saved post in The Genius Project community. Clearly it resonated with women and in this conversation we explore the dimensions of how the enemy seeks to dilute and diminish us as women. We explore the comparison trap, how to say no and make your yeses more intentional. As well as how to discern between the good things we feel called to. We explore the spiritual battlefield and how to recognise the ways in which the enemy seeks to distract and confuse us. ________________________________________________________Order the Metanoia Catholic Journal hereTo find out more about The Catholic Women's Masterclass: Rhythms of Renewal To find out more about Catholic Women's Coaching Follow on Instagram genius_project_dailyView live recordings on The Genius Project YouTube channelClaire Dwyer www.eventthesparrow.com

Do you ever struggle with wanting a different outcome in your life but no matter how hard you try you don't seem to be able to change? Have you ever found yourself overreacting and wondering what on earth led you to have such a strong reaction? Well, there is good news. You do not have to live this way!In this weeks episode of The Genius Podcast, host Karen Doyle, is joined by Monica Elias. Together they unpack a powerful tool that can help all women gain control over their thoughts, process their emotions and live in the freedom that christ intends for them. Both Karen and Monica are professionally trained Catholic coaches through Metanoia Catholic. Together they offer valuable insights for women of all ages and stages in life. _________________________________________________________Order the Metanoia Catholic Journal hereTo find out more about The Catholic Women's Masterclass: Rhythms of Renewal To find out more about Catholic Women's Coaching Follow on Instagram genius_project_dailyView live recordings on The Genius Project YouTube channel

Have you ever had the experience of having your life plan turned upside down? Have you ever wondered how you would keep going when faced with devastating loss? When life does not unfold as we had planned and we come face to face with loss and suffering we very quickly get to the end of ourselves. At this point we either curse God or give it all to him. This is what Stephanie Weinert choose to do.Caring for a special needs child and walking through grief and child loss helped Stephanie see motherhood and the Catholic home through a new (eternal) lens.In this podcast episode Stephanie shares her story and the how she choose to navigate the difficult and heart breaking seasons of her life.

Have you ever wondered why did it took the Israelites forty years to make a two and half week journey? The answer: because that's how long it took them to let go of Egypt. To let go of all their vices, their priorities and to want nothing but God and his promised land. Our Lenten journey has been a similar one. Over the past sex weeks we have been invited into a radical trust and abandonment to what the Lord is wanting to do in our life. And as we walk into Holy Week we are invited to reflect on the fruits of our Lent.In this weeks episode of The Genius podcast, host, Karen Doyle is joined by special guest and lay Carmelite, Jennifer Gentile. Jennifer's spiritual insights are profound. This interview will refocus you on holy week in a special way. www.geniusproject.coInsta: genius_project_dailyFacebook: The Genius project YouTube The Genius Project Metanoia Catholic Journal: https://cf.geniusproject.co/journal-2022

Have you ever set great intentions for Lent but not followed through? Have you arrived in the week before Holy Week, disappointed that you haven't made the most of the Lenten season? It is not too late to make a good Lent or begin the practice of the three disciplines of Lent. In this weeks episode of The Genius Podcast, host Karen Doyle, is joined by Dominican Sister Sr Anastasia Reeves OP. Together they unpack the final discipline of the Lenten season; Almsgiving. They focus on the healing power of almsgiving and how it is actually though giving that we find ourselves and receive the healing that we are looking for.

In this weeks podcast episode we continue our journey through Lent but this week we shift our focus from the discipline of prayer to the disciple of fasting. Most people don't enjoy this discipline because its just plain hard. Life often seems hard enough, we don't like going without our comforts. But what if there was more to fasting than just going without our comforts? What if fasting was a vehicle to transformation and greater freedom and healing? In this weeks episode, host Karen Doyle, is joined by guest Beth Bubik from the Catholic Fasting Coach. Together they explore some of the barriers to fasting and how to overcome them. How we can experience restoration and healing through fasting. As well as how fasting reorders our desires and leads us to freedom in Christ. And how we can live lives with Godly order that will see us flourish in life. Rhythms of Renewal: The Catholic Women's Masterclass. https://www.masterclass.geniusproject.co/god-is-calling-you51116959Free Lenten Series and Sisterhood: https://cf.geniusproject.co/lent-2022-opt-inFollow on Instagram genius_project_dailyFollow on facebook The Genius Project View the live recording on The Genius Project YouTube Chanel

Have you ever struggled to accept that you are loved regardless of what you do, what you have and how you perform? In a culture which measures value against productivity it can be easy to fall into the trap of drawing our worth and identity from what we do or don't do. In this podcast episode host, Karen Doyle, is joined by Fr Ken Barker, founding priest of the Missionaries of God's Love. Fr Ken reminds us that living the christian life means living according to a different set of standards than what the world offers us. He beautifully invites us into an awareness that our value, identity and worth come from one place. And instead of hustling for our worth we simply need to receive it as a gift from God. At any point in our journey we can return to God, the father, who loves us unconditionally and delights in who we are.

Have you ever struggled in prayer? What do you do when you can't find the words to pray? Do you relate to God as a friend of a distant figure? In this weeks episode of The Genius Podcast Lenten Series, host Karen Doyle, is joined by guest and good friend Zenka Taffe. Together they unpack what prayer is and what to do when you have no words to pray. The role and gift of solitude and how prayer fills our tank so that we have something to give others.

Join host Karen Doyle and guest Simone Rizkallah from Endow as they kick off The Genius Podcast Lenten Series on prayer, fasting and almsgiving. In this episode they discuss international women's day and how as Catholic women we can direct all people to a full understanding of women's true value and dignity. They also unpack some insights given to us by the Saints on prayer and how we can grow in prayer over the course of Lent.

In this first episode of Season Three Karen Doyle shares about the start of her year, The Genius Project Free Lenten Series and what's new at The Genius Project in 2022. Sign up for Free Lenten Retreat Series https://cf.geniusproject.co/lent-2022-opt-in

Host Karen Doyle is joined by Dominican Sister Mary Rachel to explore the Advent retreat series theme Prepare Your Heart For Him.

Host Karen Doyle is joined by Joy Adan to explore the theme of this Advent retreat series Prepare Your heart For Him.

In this episode host Karen Doyle is joined by Megan Kozak from lighthouse relationships to discuss how we can prepare our hearts for Christ in our relationships.

Laura K Roland from Encounter Grace joins Karen to begin to unpack the theme for this years Advent Retreat Series: Prepare Your Heart For Him.

You are going to love this special discussion with the beautiful Kathryn Whitaker. Kathryn is a mom of six - (college to kindergarten) - wife to one amazing man and an author and speaker.Kathryn shares openly and honestly about making mistakes, reaching out for advice (sometimes while hiding in her closet), finding God in the details, planning some parties, organizing your corner of the world and praying God fills in the gaps when you're having a less-than-stellar day.Her award-winning book, Live Big, Love Bigger, is on bookshelves and Audible! Find out more about Kathryn here:https://kathrynwhitaker.net/meet-kathryn/Find out more about The Advent Retreat with Karen Doyle:https://cf.geniusproject.co/advent-2021-offerFind out about The Catholic Women's Masterclass here:https://www.masterclass.geniusproject.co/god-is-calling-you51116959Follow Karen on Instagram here:https://www.instagram.com/genius_project_daily/

This is an incredible discussion that every Catholic woman needs to hear. In her twenties Monique Mei confronted the issues of sexual abuse and a diagnosis of PTSD. This began a journey of incredible transformation and restoration.In this powerful discussion we explore: ***How PTSD impacted her marriage and self worth.***How God commenced an incredible work of restoration.***How God can transform our mess into our mission.***Gods faithfulness and unconditional love and mercy for us despite our choices and pain.Find out more about the MasterClass here:https://www.masterclass.geniusproject.co/god-is-calling-youFollow Karen on Facebook here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegeniusprojectFollow Karen on Instagram here:https://www.instagram.com/genius_project_daily/

In this episode I'm joined by Missionaries of God's Love sister Rachel Fleurant.We discuss the important concept of 'transitions' and why they matter in the life of every Catholic woman.Life is never a straight line of predictable experiences and certain outcomes. As we travel the journey we encounter numerous seasons of change and transition. In each of these moments God is there with us offering us the grace and guidance we need.We discuss:How transitions can create upheaval and a re-evaluation of what's important in life and how we want to do life differently in the next season.Insights into how women can manage transitions of life with grace.The important invitation to 'do the work' in the period of transition.Discerning what is the Lord is inviting you to ponder, to change and how is is calling you to deeper growth.The importance of discovering a creative outlet in times of transition. Find our more about the Genius Project MasterClass here:https://www.masterclass.geniusproject.co/god-is-calling-you

Megan Kozak is the director and co-founder of Lighthouse Relationships, Psychology and Counselling in Queensland Australia. In this special discussion Megan shares her wisdom and extensive professional experience that can help any Catholic women take their most important relationships to the next level.In this episode we discuss:How to deal with contempt and stonewalling in relationships.Keys to a healthy and successful relationship.Insights and struggles to overcome challenges and conflict in relationships

Join Karen and Catholic other of six and executive business woman Bett Lucas as they unpack what it means to live a big bold life and one of the key elements required to do so. With so many demand on our time and energy as Catholic woman we know our health needs be a priority yet the nagging questions remains....when?As Bett discovered by making health more of a priority you can also better the other areas of your life. A key balancing element is regaining and maintaining health. Bett challenges women to take back their health, reminding them that doing so is not selfish…that by being healthier, they can contribute more fully at home and work.

Join host Karen Doyle and special guests; Elsa, Tania, Roxanne and Laura as they reflect on the Catholic Women's Summit. Their takeaways and highlights and where to from here. Each of these Catholic Women received an abundance from the Catholic Women's Summit and their heart is to share that abundance with other Catholic women.

As a Catholic woman do you struggle to manage your mindset? Do you find yourself struggling to overcome limiting beliefs? Have you ever found yourself in the struggle of wanting to overcome particular thoughts or patterns of behaviour but falling back into old habits? In this episode Host karen Doyle is joined by Catholic Woman, Erin Ingold. Together they unpack the tools that are required to experience breakthrough in this area of managing your mindset. This is a must listen episode for all Catholic women seeking breakthrough in their lives.

Have you ever wondered what really makes you tick? Why you keep getting stuck in relationship with others? Why you revert to old patterns of behaviour when you're under stress? Quite often the answer lies in understanding your temperament and how through identifying your temperament you can come to not only understand yourself better but grow in relationship with God and those you do life with. This is not about introspection but it is about having a holy curiosity and openness to growth. Using the disc assessment Ashley Strand unpacks the different temperaments, what they are and how we can learn to direct our temperaments in ways that are life giving and lead us towards wholeness in Christ.

Have you ever felt like giving up? Wondering where God is and feeling like you have hit a wall with your faith? In this episode of The Genius Podcast, host Karen Doyle is joined by guest Therese Ataya, they unpack what it really means to walk a life of faith and how as Catholic women we can press into faith in a new way. A way that has the power to change our outlook despite our circumstances.

As a Catholic woman have you ever struggled to understand the seasons of your life and what God might be wanting to do in your life as a Catholic woman? In this episode Host Karen Doyle is joined by Laura K Roland from the Unites States. Together they unpack the four different seasons we face as Catholic women and how the Lord wants to meet us in each season.

In this powerful discussion you'll hear from artist and teacher Catholic woman Vivienne Boddy. Vivienne has a message that every Catholic woman needs to hear. If you have ever wondered about your purpose in life and how to find the next step in pursuing your unique feminine genius then you are going to gain a lot from what you hear.

Ever feel like holiness is some lofty goal that most of us as Catholic women in the busyness of daily life will just never attain? What if it was possible for us to realise that holiness is much closer than we think? What if the challenges and trials of daily life were actually the exact way that God is leading us toward true transformation? Claire Dwyer has an incredible message for all Catholic women. Regardless of your season of life Claire Dwyer can help you learn that God is more present than you ever thought was possible. Listen in as Claire explains how the moments when we feel most stretched and at the edge of our capacity are the exact moments where God can really break through.

We are living through uncertain times in the Church and the world. With so much uncertainty it creates the perfect breeding ground for high levels of anxiety, despair and hopelessness. But as Catholic women we are called to a hope that does not disappoint, a hope that is above our circumstances and a hope that brings deep abiding peace. In this podcast episode, host Karen Doyle is joined by Mary Lenaburg, author of the books Be Brave in the Scared and Bold in the Broken. Together they discuss what it means to be a beacon of hope in today's uncertain world as well as how women can discover their unique gifts and offer those as a gift and a sign of hope to those they do life with.

Self care is often seen by women as either an emergency response plan or self indulgent. When women view self care in this light they don't invest in themselves and the result? They inch further towards depletion and burnout. The Bible tells us that our bodies are a temple of the Holy Spirit and we are given a mandate to care for our body and soul. But how do we do this as Catholic women in a way that does not become self indulgent? How do we do this in such a way that honours the image of God within us? Join host, Karen Doyle, in this weeks episode we she explores a biblical approach to self are the barriers women face in this area and how they can overcome them.

Do you feel like your life feels out of control,? Do you need more order in your day? Are you tired of always running behind and being on the back foot? If that is you, you were not supposed to live that way. God wants to invite you into a life that is ordered towards Him. So that you can live in the abundance He has for you and so that you may honour Him and bring glory to Him in all that you do. In this episode we unpack wisdom from St Benedict's Rule of Life and how that can help us establish routines that will see us flourish in life.

Whatever season you find yourself in, God asks you to offer what is in your hand. No matter how big or how small it may seem to you, God can take the ordinary and make it extraordinary for Him. In this episode, Karen unpacks six insights into how to see and bring what is in your hand to give.

Celebrating 20 years of marriage this week, Karen and Jonathan Doyle reminisce on 20 years of marriage, the highs, the lows, the lessons and God's grace.

John Paul II said we are entrusted with the task of crafting our own life in a certain sense we are to make of it a work of art, a masterpiece. We are given one life as a gift from God, are you living your one wild and precious life well? This weeks podcast is the opening keynote talk given by Karen Doyle at the recent virtual Catholic women's event on living your one wild and precious life.

Have you ever felt like you were stuck in your own life? That you wanted a breakthrough but just couldn't seem to get it? Have you ever battled the overwhelm of the inner critic? What if we told you that everything begins in the mind? The book of Romans instructs us to be renewed by the transformation of our mind. If we can shift our mindset we can truely transform our lives. In this weeks Genius Podcast episode Karen unpacks six steps to renewing our mind. A great episode to walk into Holy week with.

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In this week's episode of The Genius Podcast, Karen Doyle is joined by Von Hosking. Together they unpack the Awaken the Dream Within Online Catholic Women's Event. So much great content in the keynote talks for women of all ages and stages of life. As well as the introduction of the Genius Project Mastermind masterclass beginning at the end of March. Registration details in the podcast.

We all crave peace but too often we are living in a state of depletion and chaos. In this weeks podcast Karen takes a look four daily rhythms and how establishing these daily rhythms can lead to renewal of body, soul and mind. 

This is such an important message for women to not only hear but integrate into their daily lives. Too often we can fall into the trap of endless giving. When we do this we eventually run dry. The result? We become resentful, angry and exhausted. But is there another way? A way that allows us to give while also being renewed? One of the beautiful qualities of the feminine genius is our spirit of generosity but like every gift it has both a redeemed and an redeemed side. In this weeks Genius Podcast, host, Karen Doyle shares how she has learned to fill her cup so that she can give to others.

Have you ever felt that you are caught on the beauty treadmill? Are you tired of hustling for your worth? Are you tired if trying to be something that you are not? In this weeks episode host, Karen Doyle, is joined by Marianne Fidel, a hair and beauty expert. Together they unpack what tru and authentic beauty is, inside and out.

The journey of the female Catholic entrepreneur can be a lonely one; setbacks, isolation and self doubt. All of which have the power to derail the unique vision that God has placed within your heart. In this episode Karen and Therese unpack some of the roadblocks entrepreneur's face as well as a vision for The Female Catholic Entrepreneur and how all women are called to be women of vision.

Do you ever feel that live is running you rather than you running your life? Do you feel that life is happening by chance and not intention? In this episode Karen is joined by Megan Hayes. Together they unpack what it looks like to create a life by design and intention.