The Catholic Coaching Podcast 35. What Happens on Day 41?
Mar 25, 2021
A conversation about what happens after intense Lenten practices like Exodus 90 and whether freedom or attachment remains. They explore keeping select disciplines after a fast and how mindset shapes lasting change. Personal stories about giving up alcohol illustrate preparation, mortification, and imagining healthier habits. Guidance on approaching post-Lent celebrations with moderation and presence.
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Day After The Fast Matters Most
- Day 91 (or Day 41 for Lent) is the crucial test of transformation, not just the start of a fast.
- The goal is to continue some sacrifices so the practice forms lasting priestly self-offering for family and mission.
Change Thoughts Before Changing Actions
- Shift focus from what you will do to what you will think; the intellect informs the will, so change your beliefs first.
- Use thought work to reframe associations that fuel habits so the will can freely choose the good.
Matt Contemplated Quitting Alcohol For Good
- Matt considered permanently abstaining from alcohol after seeing a friend do it as a sacrifice for his children and marriage.
- The fast revealed associations between alcohol and good times with family, prompting deeper discernment about lifelong habits.