Persistence in Prayer with Kylie Hein

#142 Stop Waiting for “Someday”: Reconnecting in Marriage Through Prayer — with Lydia Kray

Send a textDo you ever look at your marriage and think… why am I so irritated lately?Like nothing is “wrong”… but you’re snapping more, controlling more, or feeling strangely disconnected?This conversation is for the woman who loves her husband, loves her kids, loves her faith… and still finds herself overwhelmed, tense, or quietly checked out — not because her marriage is falling apart, but because she’s exhausted… and something interior is off.In today’s episode, I’m joined by Lydia Kray, who has been sacramentally married to her husband, Daniel, for 38 years. Lydia shares the turning point in her marriage: what had to heal in her, what she had to own, and why prayer wasn’t the “extra”… it was the glue.We talk about:How pride, control, and ego show up in everyday marriage (even in small things like errands and routines)Why “happy wife, happy life” misses the pointThe difference between becoming roommates vs. staying life matesA simple weekly check-in that helps you reconnect without a huge, exhausting “talk”What to do when you’re willing to work on the marriage… and your spouse isn’tHow to start praying together if it feels awkward — and why it changes everythingIf you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “Someday we’ll get back to us,” let this be your reminder: don’t wait on your marriage.📌 Lydia’s retreat (SoCal): Refresh, Reconnect Marriage Enrichment Retreat — February 21 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in La Habra, CA. https://MarriagecareforLife.comLydia is also on IG and Facebook @marriagecareforlife 📌 DON'T MISS THE NEXT COHORT OF BECOMING A LIVING YES! Find more details at www.kyliemhein.com/livingyesConnect with KylieBook a free Confidence and Clarity Call HERE or email info@kyliemhein.com On IG @kyliemheinSupport the show

#141 Grieving the Life You Thought You’d Have: Chronic Pain, Faith, and Identity (Part 2) with Heidi Kennedy

Send a textChronic pain can make you feel like you’re living a double life—smiling on the outside, crashing in private, and wondering why your body won’t cooperate. In Part 2 of this conversation, Catholic mindset coach Heidi Kennedy shares the second half of her healing story: what happened after a major spiritual breakthrough… when the pain still wasn’t fully gone.We talk about:Why “psychosomatic” doesn’t mean “made up” (and why that distinction matters)How the nervous system impacts chronic symptomsThe role of perfectionism, pressure, and identity in the healing journeyHow faith, mindset work, and the body are meant to be integrated—not separatedWhy hope is not wishful thinking, but a powerful force in the healing processWe also invite you to join our free live workshop for Catholic women: “I’m Tired of Living Like This: What to Do When Chronic Pain and Illness Won’t Go Away” on Monday, February 16. - Register HERE. If this episode encouraged you, I’d be grateful if you’d follow the show, leave a quick review, or share it with a friend who needs it.Connect with HeidiLearn more about Heidi's 7-week Health and Healing program HERE On IG @catholiclifecoachingConnect with KylieIf you’re ready to trade overwhelm for openness, join me for Becoming a Living Yes—an 8-week coaching cohort designed to help you find peace and freedom in the everyday. Visit t kyliemhein.com/livingyes for more information. Book a free Confidence and Clarity Call HERE or email info@kyliemhein.com https://www.kyliemhein.comOn IG @kyliemheinSupport the show

#140 Grieving the Life You Thought You’d Have: Chronic Pain, Faith, and Identity (Part 1) with Heidi Kennedy

Send us a textWhat do you do when your body won’t cooperate… and you’re tired of guessing?In Part 1 of this conversation, I’m joined by Catholic mindset coach Heidi Kennedy, who shares what it was really like to live with chronic pain as a teenager—and then spend years trying to get answers. We talk about the “double life” so many women live: looking fine on the outside, and falling apart in private… the exhaustion of masking… the discouragement of being dismissed… and the spiritual weight of crying out to God and hearing nothing back.This episode is for the woman who’s tired of pushing through, tired of feeling like a burden, and tired of wondering if any of this means something.In this episode, we talk about:The hidden grief of losing the life you thought you’d haveWhy chronic illness can mess with your identity, confidence, and faithWhat it’s like when doctors don’t have answers (or don’t take you seriously)The role of community when suffering feels isolatingWhy healing often starts inside firstCome back next week for Part 2 — Heidi shares how her body healed and her pain ceased in just in 30 days, and how you can heal too!FREE WORKSHOP: If you’re thinking, “I don’t want to keep living like this,” Heidi and Kylie are hosting a free live workshop on February 16th: I’m Tired of Living Like This: What to Do When Chronic Pain and Illness Won’t Go Away - Register HERE. If this episode encouraged you, I’d be grateful if you’d follow the show, leave a quick review, or share it with a friend who needs it.Connect with HeidiLearn more about Heidi's 7-week Health and Healing program HERE On IG @catholiclifecoachingConnect with KylieIf you’re ready to trade overwhelm for openness, join me for Becoming a Living Yes—an 8-week coaching cohort designed to help you find peace and freedom in the everyday. Visit t kyliemhein.com/livingyes for more information. Book a free Confidence and Clarity Call HERE or email info@kyliemhein.com https://www.kyliemhein.comOn IG @kyliemheinSupport the show

#139 Unity Doesn’t Mean Sameness: Identity, Belonging, and the Catholic Faith with Angela Costley

Send us a textMany Catholics carry an unspoken assumption that belonging in the Church means setting parts of yourself aside — your background, culture, or story — in order to “fit.”But the Catholic faith has never been about sameness.In this episode of Persistence in Prayer, Kylie is joined by Angela Costley, a Hebrew Catholic theologian and contributor to From Sinai to Rome, to explore what it means to live fully Catholic without erasing one’s Jewish identity — and why this matters for the whole Church.Together, they discuss:What it means to be a Hebrew Catholic (and why the term matters)How Jewish identity and Catholic faith are not in competition, but deeply connectedWhy unity in the Church does not require uniformityHow honoring personal and cultural identity can actually deepen faith and prayerWhat this teaches all Catholics about belonging, continuity, and communionThis conversation isn’t just about Hebrew Catholics — it’s about the broader truth that God works through real people, real histories, and real cultures to build one Body.If you’ve ever wondered where your own story fits in the life of the Church, this episode offers clarity, depth, and a wider vision of unity.Purchase From Sinai to Rome: Jewish Identity in the Catholic ChurchIf Persistence in Prayer has supported you in your faith, helped you make space for prayer, or brought clarity in a busy season, please consider supporting the show. Your donations help cover production costs and allow this podcast to remain accessible to women who need it. You can support the show by clicking HERE. Thank you for listening, sharing, and praying with me.Connect with KylieBook a free Confidence and Clarity Call HERE or email info@kyliemhein.com https://www.kyliemhein.comOn IG @kyliemheinSupport the show

#138 Why Did I Say Yes? People-Pleasing, Boundaries, and Why It’s So Hard to Say No with Samantha Stefaniak

Send us a textOkay—be honest. Have you ever said yes… and then immediately regretted it? Now you’re stuck, overwhelmed, and replaying the whole thing in your head: What are they going to think if I back out? What if I don’t show up and do it well?In this episode, I’m joined by Samantha Stefaniak, a licensed Catholic therapist, coach, and convert (and the founder of Rooted Soul, Grounded Mind). We talk about what’s actually underneath people-pleasing—why “being nice” can quietly turn into losing yourself—and how to start practicing the kind of pause that leads to real discernment.We also unpack emotions (without making them the boss of you): what they’re trying to tell you, how to name what you’re actually feeling, and how to stop the rumination when you’re convinced everyone is judging you.You’ll walk away with:a simple way to pause before you auto-yes (and what to say instead)why the fear under people-pleasing is often fear of rejection (and what to do with that)how to use emotions as information—without letting them run your decisionsa practical tool to stop the “they think I’m annoying / irresponsible / not enough” replaySamantha also shares details about the Holy “No” Summit (Jan 30–Feb 1, 2026), a free virtual event to help Catholic women stop people-pleasing and start saying yes to God and their real responsibilities.GET YOUR FREE TICKETGET THE ALL ACCESS PASSRooted Soul, Grounded Mind - website is rootedsoulgroundedmind.com. Socials are @RootedSoulGroundedMind on Instagram and Facebook Connect with Samantha Stefaniakrootedsoulgroundedmind.comOn IG @RootedSoulGroundedMindOn FB @RootedSoulGroundedMindConnect with KylieBook a free Confidence and Clarity Call HERE or email info@kyliemhein.com https://www.kyliemhein.comOn IG @kyliemheinSupport the show