This Whole Life
How does our mental health relate to our faith? How can we become whole while living in a broken world? Every day, we all strive to encounter God amidst the challenges of balancing faith and family, work and leisure, our sense of self and complicated relationships. Pat & Kenna Millea bring joy, hope, and wisdom to those who believe there *is* a connection between holiness and happiness. Kenna is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist; Pat served for 15 years as a youth minister; together they have 7 children and a perfectly imperfect marriage. From their education and experience, they share tools, resources, interviews, and stories that point the way to sanity and sanctity. (Music: "You're Not Alone" by Marie Miller. Used with permission.)
Episodes
“The graces of My mercy are drawn by means of one vessel only, and that is — trust. The more a soul trusts, the more it will receive.”
~ Jesus, to St. Faustina
- Why is it so hard to trust God?
- What does it mean to say “yes” when life doesn’t make sense?
- How do we trust God in suffering, uncertainty, and silence?
In episode 97 of This Whole Life, Kenna and Pat are joined by Sister Faustina Maria Pia, S.V. of the Sist...
Grandmothers can have a beautiful impact on us, even when our families are far from perfect.
Kenna brings stories of her two grandmothers in this heartfelt storytellers episode!
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“Even in moments of human discouragement, the consciousness that I was fulfilling God's will in all that happened to me would serve to dispel all doubt and desolation.”
~ Fr. Walter Ciszek
How can we trust God when life feels uncertain or painful?
What does it really mean to surrender our will to God?
How do we remain faithful when we face discouragement or suffering?
In episode 96 of This Whole Life, Kenna, Pat, an...
“We were subjected to conditions that were deplorable, even subhuman, and yet I was delighted simply to be with people once again.”
~ Fr. Walter Ciszek
Why do we long so deeply for human connection?
What does suffering reveal about our humanity?
How can community become a source of grace?
In episode 95 of This Whole Life, Kenna, Pat, and Fr. Nathan continue their Lenten book study on He Leadeth Me by Fr. Walter Ciszek....
“Learning the full truth of our dependence upon God and our relation to his will is what the virtue of humility is all about."
~ Fr. Walter Ciszek
Does suffering have a purpose?
What does humility mean for me?
How can I tell God's will from my will?
In episode 94 of This Whole Life, Kenna, Pat & Fr. Nathan kick off their Lenten book study on He Leadeth Me by Fr. Walter Ciszek. In part 1, they dive into the p...
But don't worry, she can still see.
Addy Diaz returns to This Whole Life to share a hilarious story of gaming, shame, and vulnerability. Listen in!
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“In the world you will have trouble, but take courage, I have conquered the world."
~ John 16:33
What do I do when I feel like giving up?
Is God present even when things feel hopeless?
Is it up to me to solve the problems in the world around me?
In Episode 93 of This Whole Life, Pat and Kenna tackle the challenge of staying sane and spiritually grounded in a world that feels increasingly divided, chaotic, and hopeles...
You're on a road trip with Jesus.
Where is he sitting?
Where are you sitting?
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Interested in more faith-filled mental health resources? Check out the Martin Center for I...
"Cast all your worries upon him because he cares for you."
~ 1 Peter 5:7
What is anxiety, really?
How do I process my anxiety when it's not helpful?
Seriously - thanking God for my anxiety?
In this episode of This Whole Life, Kenna and Pat welcome licensed professional counselor Catherine DiNuzzo for a deep dive into anxiety—what it is, why it happens, and how to manage it. Catherine DiNuzzo shares her insi...
What's it like to have the responsibility of discerning whether a man or woman would be a healthy and suitable priests or religious?
Dr. Anthony Isacco shares his humble insights into the quietly holy work of psychological assessments in the process of discernment.
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"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted, saves those whose spirit is crushed."
~ Psalm 34:19
Is it a sin to be depression?
Is depression really able to be treated and healed?
How can I help my loved one who is suffering with depression?
In the first ever episode of "This Whole Life" recorded in front of a LIVE audience, Pat is joined by Dr. Anthony Isacco to dive into the realities of depression—what i...
What does a Wyoming girl do every time she visits the family farm?
Beth Hlabse joins us for this edition of Storytellers and a glimpse of the grandeur, quiet, and beauty of her childhood home.
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"But a Samaritan traveler who came upon him was moved with compassion at the sight."
~ Luke 10:33
How can I better support my loved one who suffers with mental illness?
What is the Church's place in caring for those with mental illnesses?
Is it possible to choose my responses instead of just reacting?
In episode 90, Kenna & Pat welcome Beth Hlabse, program director of the Fiat Program on Faith and Menta...
When do you know that you're meant to marry someone? How much do you ever really know??
Mike & Alicia Hernon of the Messy Family Project share the story of their friendship, dating, and discernment with loads of wisdom for anyone at any stage of their vocation journey.
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“Where there is no vision, the people perish."
~ Proverbs 29:18
Why do my spouse and I fight over such trivial things?
How can we be more connected in our marriage?
How do we create a vision of hope for our family?
In episode 89 of This Whole Life, hosts Kenna & Pat Millea welcome Mike & Alicia Hernon, founders of the Messy Family Project. Together, they dive deep into the importance of building a shared visi...
Every parent has bad days, but some of those bad days become great stories over time.
Especially when there's a literal fork in the road.
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"If you find that you have wandered away from the shelter of God, lead your heart back to Him quietly and simply."
~ St. Francis de Sales
What is wrong with me that I feel so overwhelmed sometimes?
Why do I freeze up and struggle to process stress?
How can I get back to my authentic self and respond instead of react?
In Episode 88 of This Whole Life, Pat & Kenna dive deep into the concept of the “Window of T...
People have different ways of approaching the holidays and holy days.
Even people who are sacramentally vowed to one another.
And sometimes that's really tricky - but pretty funny in retrospect.
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"So whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do everything for the glory of God."
~ 1 Corinthians 10:31
Is it really possible to stay sane around the holidays?
What if I have real baggage from past holidays & celebrations?
How do I hold onto my values when the routine is thrown out the window?
In episode 87 of This Whole Life, Pat and Kenna dive into the highs, hards, and heartfelt moments that come wit...
What a difference a year can make.
You'll be wowed by Fr. Nathan LaLiberte's story of conversion and vocational discernment, going from occult practices to the seminary.
Who in your life needs to hear Fr. Nathan's story? Take one moment to share it with them.
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