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Catholic Wives with Toxic In-Laws Podcast

Miriam Susan
In-Laws
Toxic In-Laws
Catholic Church
Marriage
Catholic Faith
Boundaries
Family Dynamics
Enmeshment
Forgiveness
Internet Privacy
Mental Clutter
Grandparents
Toxic Relationships
Galatians
Parenting
Catechism Of the Catholic Church
Prayer
Social Media
Emotional Health
Gospel Of Matthew

The Catholic Wives with Toxic In-Laws Podcast is your sanctuary for navigating the stormy seas of toxic relationships with your in-laws. Join your host, a seasoned Catholic wife who's weathered 3 decades of turbulence, as we tackle the tough issues of dealing with your in-laws head-on.

Catholic Wives with Toxic In-Laws is an independent podcast hosted by a Catholic laywoman. It is not an official ... more

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In this episode of the Catholic Wives with Toxic In-Laws Podcast, Miriam Susan discusses the phrase, “We won’t be discussing that further,” and how it can help end repetitive, unproductive conversations. She explains how toxic in-laws may try to reop... more

In this episode of the Catholic Wives with Toxic In-Laws Podcast, Miriam Susan discusses how to say, “I hear you, and the answer is still no,” when toxic in-laws keep pressing you to change a decision. She explains that listening with compassion does... more

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In this episode of the Catholic Wives with Toxic In-Laws Podcast, Miriam Susan explains why saying “I feel like you’re...” may give toxic in-laws an opportunity to dismiss your feelings and challenge your boundaries. She shares how to communicate mor... more

In this episode of the Catholic Wives with Toxic In-Laws Podcast, host Miriam Susan discusses telling your toxic in-laws, “We’ve already made a decision.” She explains how this simple phrase can communicate a respectful boundary when extended family ... more

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Desirae Sifuentes
Military wife, homeschooling mother of six; runs Uncatechized Catholic
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Episode: Episode 103: Part 1 of an Interview with Desirae Sifuentes of Uncatechized Catholic
Kylie Hein
Catholic Mindset Coach and host of the Persistence in Prayer Podcast
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Co-founder of Third Way Mentorship, with background in theology, education, and corporate experience
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Episode: Episode 99: Interview with Adrian & Shae Misiak of Third Way Mentorship
Shae Misiak
Co-founder of Third Way Mentorship, licensed therapist turned mentor
Third Way Mentorship
Episode: Episode 99: Interview with Adrian & Shae Misiak of Third Way Mentorship

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Miriam Susan
Host of the show; Catholic Wives with Toxic In-Laws Podcast; Independent podcast (desiringpeace.com/toxicinlaws.com)

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
  • Turned off my sympathy for White Nationalist

    I was enjoying pod episodes until a recent one where she compares far-right debater/White Nationalist Charlie Kirk “speaking up” to that of women speaking up to their in-laws. And how he was harmed bc not all people will like when you speak up. Not equivalent situations at all!

    Lost all credibility by using as an example an extremely polarizing political figure whose public persona was infamous for his abrasive, toxic behavior towards anyone/thing he disagreed with.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    asmac509
    United Statesa year ago
  • Better Your Relationships!

    Miriam’s honest outlook on in-law relationships is so refreshing. She has lived experience! I especially love how what she teaches is backed up with research and is applicable to other relationships as well. Give it a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kchele87
    United Statesa year ago

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Episode 99: Interview with Adrian & Shae Misiak of Third Way Mentorship
Q: What can help husbands see that protecting their wives isn't the same as betraying their parents?
Boundaries and clear communication are essential; recognizing that healthy love for one's family can coexist with a new, primary loyalty to the spouse and children, and that true protection involves supporting the spouse's autonomy and safety.
Episode 99: Interview with Adrian & Shae Misiak of Third Way Mentorship
Q: How do you recognize when family loyalty has crossed from healthy to harmful?
Harm begins when loyalty becomes coercive or when too many strings are attached to finances or restrictions, limiting the couple's freedom to make their own choices and forcing either spouse to prioritize family of origin over their own spouse and children.
Episode 101: Part 1 of an Interview with Kylie Hein
Q: What practical steps can a listener take to begin reducing mental clutter tomorrow?
Start with a two-minute thought download: write everything you're thinking about your in-laws without censoring or judging. Then test the thoughts for truth and fruit—are they leading you toward God or away from Him? Use this to identify what you can let go of, focus on present-mense, and re-center your actions around charity and virtue.
Episode 101: Part 1 of an Interview with Kylie Hein
Q: Can you describe what mental clutter is and how it affects us spiritually and emotionally?
Mental clutter is the accumulation of noise and distraction in the mind, much like physical clutter, that prevents us from moving from thought to interior discernment. It includes rumination, comparison, and overstimulation from media and inputs, which disrupts prayer and makes it hard to hear God. The antidote is awareness, understanding the source of thoughts, and taking action to center ourselves in God.
Episode 102: Part 2 Interview with Kylie Hein
Q: Can you paint a picture of what mental clutter looks like and how it changes our response to in-laws?
When overwhelmed, thoughts collide with reason, leading to vague, unspoken expectations and defensive reactions; clarity improves when we allow reason, virtue, and faith to guide responses.

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