In todays episode Sheila and Doug speak with Sr Cecelia Ann Loomer from Treehouse Ministries. She is an expert on dreams and the value dreams have in our lives. We talked to Sr Cecelia about symbolism and interpretation of dreams and about the history of dreams in our Catholic faith. We hope you enjoy todays conversation as much as we did! https://www.instagram.com/@thewaymindbodyspirit https://www.treehouseministry.org
This week Doug, Sheila and Fr Mitch discuss the celebration of the week of prayer for Christian Unity through the Catholic Church. They discuss religion with the root meaning to connect again, should be the path to connection. They discuss ways we can connect through faith and the ways that our modern world makes connection difficult. They talk about the roadblocks to unity such as self consciousness (self centeredness), scapegoating and fear. Doug laments about the ch...
Today’s episode was a long time coming! Sheila Doug and Fr Mitch start by completely dodging the question; “Where have you been for the last 6 months?” Life has been difficult for the whole world and we do not pretend to have all the answers, but we are willing to get together and talk about the questions. Over the last six months we’ve experienced spiritual dryness, sickness and the heartbreak of losing close loved ones. We’ve also started businesses and planned retreats....
Today’s episode is a talk from the last Day on the Way retreat. We explore the many things that obstruct the path of today’s saints causing us to get stuck in the 3 Cs of competition comparison and conformity. Getting stuck in these patterns of thought speech and action cause many of us to unwittingly spend our lives wasting time and energy without growing in wisdom and love. We find ourselves exhausted and feeling that we are not enough even though we are striving constantly. Hope you...
In today’s episode we talk to Dr Rebecca Furlano, functional medicine practitioner. Dr Rebecca talks to us about the functional medicine perspective for treatment of anxiety and depression. We discuss the damaging stigma surrounding mental illness and feelings in general. There is a strong need for all of us to come into a deep understanding of our own weaknesses, woundedness and shame triggers in order to live authenticity and treat one another well. Dr Rebecca tal...
Doug is a 2x heavyweight mixed martial arts champ, K-1 vet, and S-1 vet and certified through Sakasem Kanthawong in Muay Thai. In today’s episode we had the extreme pleasure of speaking with his mentor Danny Hoskins. Danny is a black belt, teacher, or holder of knowledge in martial arts forms from all over the world including Ireland, Thailand, Russia, Italy, Scandinavia, Argentina, Brazil, The Philippines, and Native America. He spoke with us about the childhood trauma that event...
In this weeks episode we had the privilege of talking with Fr Mike Lydon about the healing power of art. We discussed the ways that our hearts are truly lifted up to God and our neighbors through art. We talked about the healing and restorative power of expressing ourselves through writing, and various other art forms. We enjoyed talking about a few of Fr Mike’s favorite poems pictures and many of his favorite classic rock artists. We discussed the power art ha...
In today's episode we talk to Lisa Eaton, clinical social worker for over 30 years. Lisa talks about the gift of therapy in the healing journey and the road blocks to healing. We discuss the lighter side of shadow work and the absolute normalcy of woundedness. We also talk about the differences between traditional talk therapy, healing work and the sacrament of confession. If you struggle with depression anxiety or addiction and are at all skeptical of therapy, ...
In today’s episode Doug Sauer and Sheila Mahler have the pleasure of speaking with Sr Cecelia Loomer. Sr Cecelia has been in healing for over 40 years and in 1985 founded the Treehouse healing ministry. She has helped thousands of people from various stations of life come to the truth of God’s love. She talks with us about what healing of the inner child is and why it is so crucial for us all. We discuss at length the real truth of our lives and what gets in the way of our joy.&nb...
In today’s episode Doug and Fr Mitch talk about starting another Exodus 90. We discuss the difficulty of not hitting the mark with regard to our diet and exercise goals. Fr Mitch quotes Hafez and urges us to be content with our efforts at living Gods plan for our lives. This is the season opener for our season on healing from addiction and self loathing. Jesus's public ministry was all about teaching and healing and He told us that we, as His apostles, are called to be pro...
“When we connect in the darkness we will meet the dawn together.” -Fr Mitch Doyen talks about depression in its many forms as a real problem in our culture and as an opportunity for growth. He talks about the rise in mild and severe depression in our country and during this difficult time in history. He also talks about depression as the dark time just before the dawn and the possible signaling to us and our country of a future time of blessing. Fr Mitch, Doug, and She...
In today’s episode, Doug Sauer and Sheila Mahler talk to two young ladies about issues crippling our society today. These issues include anxiety, negative self-talk, and negative body image. Gabi Cook is a 16-year-old Junior in high school. She is a 3 sport varsity athlete, a member of the National Honor Society, and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Gabi shares wisdom beyond her years about the feeling of anxiety and coping skills she has learned. Leah Miller is a 24-year-old n...
Today Doug Sauer and Sheila Mahler talk with Fr. Mike Lydon, about dealing with the many forms of addiction as well as cascading negative thoughts. When you feel like you have hit rock bottom or feel as if you are about to give up, those feelings can cause extreme pain and a strong sense of denial . Pain teaches us to either stay where we are, or to make the choice to break free from the destructive behaviors and find the spiritual solution that will bring us out of them. If you find your sel...
Today Doug Sauer and Sheila Mahler discuss what to expect in the upcoming months as The Way Podcast moves into season 2. The Way is extremely excited to move into this new season so we hope you all enjoy! https://www.instagram.com/@thewaymindbodyspirit
Today Doug Sauer, Deacon Jack Ruzicka, and Sheila Mahler discuss the overall experience and feeling one has after a confession of sins. Deacon Jack Ruzicka shares his journey leading up to this point and after a confession realized he was being called to be a catholic priest. https://www.instagram.com/@thewaymindbodyspirit
In today's episode, Doug Sauer , Marlene Robinson, and Sheila Mahler discuss the importance of doing the inner work first as we prepare for a change. Marlene Robinson, a former figure pro competitor and personal trainer, shares her journey with us in making her new transition into the health and wellness coaching industry. Marlene shares her darkest moments during the past 20 years, and how God has redirected her life helping and inspiring other women through the toughest times to be the very...
Today Doug Sauer, Sheila Mahler, and Lisa Eaton discuss having confidence when fear tries to stop us from following our chosen path. Sometimes anger is a good clue that somethings going on inside ourselves that we must turn to God for direction. Always Be curious and have compassion for others even in the hardest times. The antidote to fear is turning to God, and relying on the Holy Spirit to guide us in the right direction. https://www.instagram.com/@thewaymindbodyspirit Facebook - The Way&n...
Today Doug Sauer and Sheila Mahler have on the show, a very special guest from Brisbane Australia Ryan Craig. Ryan grew up in Brisbane Australia, in a baptist family. He had a relationship with God that He took for granted and didn’t fully apprehend when younger. He Showed little interest in adolescent years and came to a personal faith in his university years. Ryan began attending a Pentecostal church at that point (2014), where he was introduced to a spiritual reality within Christianity. ...
Today Doug Sauer, Fr. Mitch Doyen and Sheila Mahler discuss wrestling with all the challenges in our lives and in the world right now. Being in between in those difficult times and trusting that something new is being fashioned in our lives is exactly where transformation happens. The Lord is at work in all of this , and that is where we find the trust we are seeking. God's presence is being revealed in a powerful way right now. We just have to be aware of those times. Fr. Mitch talks about, ...
Today Doug Sauer , Kathy Himmel and Sheila Mahler discuss the proper way to care for your body, so that the transformation process can begin. They touch on the importance of being aware of what is causing inflammation, and some helpful tips to get you back on track to your healthy lifestyle. http://www.instagram.com/@thewaymindbodyspirit