Curiously Catholic

Kick off 2026 with practical strategies to level up your habits, mindset, and daily systems. Dom breaks down four high-impact habits and shares honest advice for sticking to your resolutions all year, and breaks down the advice from ‪@ChrisWillx‬ and Steve Bartlett from an interview on ‪@TheDiaryOfACEO‬    

Four habits that delivered the highest ROI in 2025 
Why waking up early and putting your phone across the room works 
The importance of planning your day and setting up for success 
How going to the gym benefits both physical and mental health 
Quality over quantity: finding resolutions you actually care about, and how to bounce back when you slip  

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Stay curious and stay Catholic!  
Time Codes
00:00 "Reflecting and Planning for 2026"

04:48 "Facing the Wall of Rain"

08:16 "Phone-Free Wind Down Benefits"

09:49 "Intentional Living Shapes Your Life"

14:38 "Building Willpower Through Challenges"

17:18 "Winning 2026 with Better Systems"

21:50 "Nature Abhors a Vacuum"

25:23 Consistency Over Intensity

26:50 "Getting Back on the Horse"

30:22 "Goal: TH000 Subscribers"

A year of growth, milestones, and spiritual reflection—Dom shares what's happened with Curiously Catholic in 2025. Tune in for a recap, key insights on Advent, and a look ahead at what's next for the channel.
Highlights from the Shroud of Turin tour and why it matters for Catholic faith
Impressive channel growth: 160,000 views, nearly 200 new subscribers, and content plans for next year
Reflections on building discipline through weekly episodes and personal spiritual practices
Insights into the meaning and purpose of Advent as a season of waiting and preparation
Ways to get involved, provide feedback, and help spread the gospel through the channel
Stay curious. Stay Catholic. God bless!

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In this episode of Curiously Catholic, Dean and Dom unpack what truly sets the Catholic Church apart — not just historically, but in the way faith is lived today. This conversation blends theology, real-world experience, and practical wisdom for anyone seeking clarity about Catholicism.
🔍 We Explore:
The origins and growth of Evangelion — how the podcast began, how the team has changed, and what’s next
Catholic parish amalgamations — what they mean, why they happen, and how they shape community
Protestant vs Catholic perspectives — unity, authority, and how different traditions understand “the Church”
Scripture & prayer — simple, practical ways these habits can transform your spiritual life
Judging the Church fairly — why understanding Catholicism requires looking at its teachings, not just its scandals
If you’ve ever wondered why the Catholic Church is structured the way it is, what makes it distinct, or how to live your faith more intentionally, this episode will give you clarity, encouragement, and a lot to think about.

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Turning 40 isn’t just about getting older—it’s about waking up to what truly matters. 💫
In this raw and honest conversation, Rachel Holden and Naomi Haramai unpack what it means to embrace the feminine genius in today’s world — diving deep into the realities of parenthood, marriage, faith, and purpose beyond the glamour.
From the chaos of family life to the quiet moments of grace, they share wisdom on:
✨ Finding identity through faith
💪 Balancing vocation and personal growth
💔 Healing from wounds and rediscovering joy
👨‍👩‍👧 Living out Catholic values in a modern culture
Whether you’re navigating your 30s, 40s, or just figuring out who God’s calling you to be — this conversation will challenge, comfort, and inspire you to live with purpose.
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👉 What’s been the most surprising part of adulthood or parenthood for YOU? Let us know in the comments!

Watch, engage, and join us on this powerful journey!

[00:00:02] - Opening & Introduction

[00:01:30] - The Reality of the Grind

[00:03:00] - The Middle Years: Faithfulness in the Ordinary

[00:04:23] - Chaos, Mundanity, and Small Wins

[00:05:56] - The Unseen Work of Parenthood

[00:07:23] - Not Selling Parenthood

[00:08:14] - Disillusionment and the Divorce Culture

[00:11:45] - Redemption Through Suffering

[00:13:07] - Leaning Into Church Wisdom

[00:15:07] - The Quiet Grind and Lost Legacy

[00:18:42] - Population Crisis and Countercultural Family Life

[00:25:24] - Resisting a Self-Centered World

[00:29:47] - Discovering Gender Complementarity in Marriage

[00:33:22] - The Deeper Meaning of Giving & Receiving

[00:35:48] - Two Wholes, Not Two Halves

[00:41:04] - Wholeness, Completeness, and Uniqueness

[00:47:44] - Original Wounds and Redemption

[01:01:56] - Healing One Another’s Wounds in Marriage

[01:13:33] - Modern Gender Dynamics & Resignation

[01:16:13] - The Sacrifice Play: Reversal of the Fall

[01:19:30] - The Four Pillars of Feminine Genius

[01:24:45] - The Call to Spiritual Motherhood

[01:27:24] - The Beauty in the Grind: Life Beyond the Highlight Reel

[01:33:21] - The Fruits of Faithfulness

[01:35:26] - Finding Beauty in the Mess

[01:39:02] - Sacrifice and Courage in Gender Roles

[01:41:43] - Persecution and Respect

[01:45:30] - Remember Your Identity.

[01:52:18] - Closing Thoughts: Vocation, Identity, and Resources.

In this episode, I sit down with April Holden, who’s been married less than a year — but her journey to get there is nothing short of incredible.
From leaving her Baptist family to becoming Catholic, facing deportation from the UK, getting trapped in Germany, and even living in a convent — April’s story is one of courage, surrender, and divine providence. 🙏
Now living in New Zealand and working with Loving for Life, April shares how every challenge led her closer to God — and ultimately, to her husband. 💍
💬 In this episode:
How faith can cost you everything — and give you more in return
Finding love after loss, confusion, and waiting
How God writes the best love stories when we let Him
🎧 This is part one of a two-part conversation — stay tuned for next week’s episode as we continue April’s incredible journey!
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