Cycles and Sanctity Podcast | Trust Your Body, Grow In Holiness

138 | You Were Built for This: Embracing the Strength of Birth

Like running a marathon, preparing for birth requires knowledge and support. 
Explore how childbirth classes can provide confidence and lower anxiety, transforming fear into celebration and empowerment.
In this episode, we emphasize the importance of asking questions, seeking community support, and celebrating the ability to give birth.
We invite you to tune in to hear the importance of childbirth education, breastfeeding preparation, and the diverse experiences of labor and delivery. You were built for this! 
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137 | Loving Like Christ: Healing Hearts in the Shadow of Addiction

Addiction doesn’t just affect the person struggling—it impacts the entire family.
In this episode, we talk to Michele Simpson about what it means to walk beside a spouse battling addiction while remaining rooted in faith, love, and truth.
You’ll hear:
What it really means to love someone in the midst of their brokenness
How to find peace, purpose, and hope when life feels uncertain
Why seeing yourself—and your spouse—as God’s beloved changes everything
Ways to break free from guilt, perfectionism, and despair through faith and community
This episode is for every woman carrying the hidden cross of addiction in her marriage. You are not alone. Healing begins when we let God’s love do what only He can—make all things new.
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136 | Do The Next Thing with Amanda Villagómez

What if the key to peace isn’t having your whole life figured out—but simply taking the next faithful step?
In this inspiring conversation, we interview Amanda Villagómez, wife, mom of six, author, and educator, to talk about her book Do the Next Thing: Stepping Forward in Faith. 
We explore what it looks like to trust God when the path ahead feels uncertain, how to surrender perfectionism and self-reliance, and how faith transforms even the smallest acts of obedience.
Amanda shares how her background in education helped her see God as the ultimate teacher—patiently forming us as we grow—and how our “wrong turns” can become part of His perfect rerouting. 
You’ll hear wisdom on discernment, comparison, prayer, and the beauty of living your story with peace and purpose.
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1. Visit Amanda's website: Endure in Hope2. Get "Do the Next Thing: Stepping Forward in Faith" on Amazon3. Join the 'BECOME' Masterclass. It began on October 27, 20254. Join the 'Wisdom Circle' Waitlist5. Subscribe and write a review here6. Join our Facebook group to grab your Free Resource

135 | Living As God's Beloved and Letting Go of Expectations

Do you ever feel like you’re trying to do it all—and still not getting it “right”? 
Today, we are talking about the weight of perfectionism, the trap of people-pleasing, and the freedom that comes when we rest in who God says we are—His beloved daughters.
Through Scripture, stories, and soul-level honesty, we share how to break free from unrealistic expectations, stop striving for approval, and rediscover peace in God’s love. 
You’ll learn how to:
Recognize the subtle lies behind perfectionism and people-pleasing
Replace self-reliance with trust in God’s plan
Embrace your true worth as God’s beloved, not as the world defines you
This episode will remind you that you are already loved, already chosen, and already enough in Him.
Journal Questions: 
 How would my life feel different if I truly believed I am God's beloved daughter? 
 What expectations are weighing me down the most? 
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1. Join the 'BECOME' Masterclass. It begins on October 27, 20252. Join the 'Wisdom Circle' Waitlist3. Subscribe and write a review here4. Join our Facebook group to grab your Free Resource
 

134 | Becoming the Woman You Are Called To Be

Who am I now—and am I truly living as the woman God created me to be? 
In this episode, we discuss rediscovering your true identity in Christ, especially during seasons of transition and self-doubt. 
We share stories of growth, faith, and surrender, reminding you that you are God’s masterpiece—created with purpose and love.
Learn how to move from confusion to clarity, comparison to confidence, and step boldly into the woman God is calling you to become.
Journal Questions: 1. Who do I believe I am right now? How do I describe myself?2. Where do I feel like I'm falling short of becoming the woman God calls me to be?3. What would change in my life if I had clarity, confidence, and support in this season?
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1. Join the 'BECOME' Masterclass. It begins on October 27, 20252. Join the 'Wisdom Circle' Waitlist3. Subscribe and write a review here4. Join our Facebook group to grab your Free Resource

133 | Your Mission Evolves in Different Seasons

When one season ends and another begins, it’s easy to wonder—what’s my purpose now? 
In this episode, we talk about how a woman’s mission evolves through life’s transitions—and how God still has a purpose for your life, no matter your age or stage.
We share our own stories of confusion, renewal, and rediscovery, reminding you that even when roles change, your mission doesn’t disappear—it grows with you.
You’ll hear:
How to rediscover your God-given gifts when life’s roles shift
Why feeling “in between” is often a sign of growth, not loss
How to recognize lies of unworthiness and replace them with truth
Encouragement to trust God’s timing and the mission He still has for you
This episode will help you see that every season—whether beginning, in-between, or ending—is sacred. God never wastes a moment, and He’s still writing your story.
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132 | Who Am I Becoming Now: Finding Identity in a Culture of Expectations

In a world full of noise, pressure, and shifting roles, it’s easy to lose sight of who we truly are. 
As women, our identities are often tied to the seasons of our bodies and our roles—daughter, wife, mother, grandmother. But when life changes, we can be left wondering: Who am I now?
In this episode, you’ll hear:
Why women struggle with shifting identity through life’s seasons.
How to rediscover your worth when roles and routines change.
The lies that culture and the enemy feed us—and how to replace them with God’s truth.
Practical encouragement to lean on prayer, community, and Catholic coaching when you feel lost.
If you’ve ever wondered who you’re becoming in this stage of life, this episode will remind you that God delights in you, has a purpose for you, and has called you to a mission that only you can fulfill.
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131 | God's Design for Love

Marriage, motherhood, and faith often intersect in real and messy ways—especially when intimacy, natural family planning (NFP), and life with young children are involved.
In this episode, we share honest conversations about navigating marriage, NFP, and intimacy through the lens of God’s design for love.
We tackle real questions like:
How do we balance intimacy and family planning when we feel overwhelmed or “touched out”?
Why is NFP more than just a method—and how can it actually strengthen your marriage?
What role do humor, patience, and trust in God play in the ups and downs of married life?
How can couples embrace both the beauty and the sacrifices of marriage and parenthood?
With faith-filled encouragement and even some laughter, this episode invites you to rediscover God’s vision for love—one built on trust, self-giving, and grace.
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130 | How Weaning Happens

Weaning doesn’t happen in a single day—it’s a process filled with emotions, decisions, and sometimes unexpected twists. 
In this episode, we share practical wisdom, personal stories, and faith-filled encouragement to help you navigate weaning with grace and confidence.
You’ll learn:
The difference between mother-led and child-led weaning—and how to know which path is right for you.
Why weaning is rarely linear and how to respond when plans shift.
Tips for making the transition gentle for both mom and baby.
How faith and patience can bring peace to this emotional season.
Whether you’re just beginning to think about weaning or in the middle of it, this conversation reminds you that every journey is unique—and that it’s okay to begin again, one day at a time.
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129 | From Milk to Meals - Baby's First Foods

How do we navigate the big transition from exclusive breastfeeding to introducing solid foods?
In this episode, we break down:
How to recognize if your little one is ready for solids,
What first foods might look like (spoiler: it’s not rice cereal!), and
Why patience and play matter more than perfectly following a schedule or fancy baby food marketing. 
We weave in reflections on spiritual nourishment and the connections between feeding habits and lifelong health, all while reassuring moms that learning to feed babies is a journey - often messy, sometimes stressful, but always worth celebrating. 
Plus, we highlight the role of community, family traditions, and some help from St. Monica as you nurture body and soul. 
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