The Catholic Coaching Podcast

Do your clients ever feel hard to reach, like your coaching isn’t landing? You might not be doing anything wrong. You just might be speaking the wrong temperament language.In this episode of The Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin kick off a new series on Coaching Through the Temperaments, starting with how to effectively coach a choleric. They unpack five critical don’ts and five high-impact do’s that can radically transform your sessions with choleric clients. From embracing direct communication to establishing structure without micromanagement, you'll learn how to challenge with respect, lead with clarity, and help them move from emotional resistance to purposeful action.Whether you're a Catholic coach, mentor, spiritual director, or parish leader, if you're walking with people toward mission, you need these tools.Drop a comment if you've coached a choleric client before, what worked (or didn’t)?Get started now by taking our free Temperament AssessmentJoin the Catholic Coach Masterclass – Just $25 for 5 days of live trainingSubscribe, and turn on notifications to catch the rest of the series.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUBSCRIBE TO THE CATHOLIC COACHING PODCASTApple PodcastsSpotifyYouTube...

How do you parent with your temperament, not against it? How do you speak identity over your kids in a world quick to label and criticize? In this rich, joy-filled conversation, Catholic Coaches Matt and Erin Ingold sit down with Mike and Alicia Hernon of the Messy Family Project to unpack the power of temperament-aware parenting, building strong marriages, and running a ministry as a couple without losing the heart of your home.With over 30 years of marriage, 10 children, and a full-time apostolate, the Hernons offer wisdom from the trenches—on everything from coaching your kids with compassion, to honoring your own design as a parent, to creating intentional family culture rooted in love, joy, and spiritual leadership.You’ll discover:• Why understanding your temperament can radically transform your parenting• How to raise kids who know their identity, belong deeply, and live with purpose• What every Catholic couple needs to know before working together in ministry• How to build a marriage that outlasts the missionWhat part of your temperament has challenged you most as a parent? Let us know in the comments!Don’t miss the invitation to their upcoming Catholic Couples Getaway featuring Art and Lorraine Bennett. Learn more and register at: https://catholiccouplesgetaway.com/Related Links:Messy Family Project + Bennett InterviewCatholic Couples Getaway InfoFREE RESOURCES:Download the Parenting by Temperaments Quick GuideTake the Temperament Assessment (for you and your child)Ready to work on your mindset with a Catholic coach?Join The Academy (7-Day Free Trial!)Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE with other parents navigating the temperamental tension in their homes.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUBSCRIBE TO THE CATHOLIC COACHING PODCASTApple PodcastsSpotifyYouTube...

What happens when a naturally peaceful parent is raising a naturally intense child?In this episode, Matt and Erin unpack the real challenges phlegmatic parents face when raising choleric children. You’ll discover why your child’s pushback isn’t personal, how to set healthy processes instead of rigid boundaries, and what mindset shifts help transform power struggles into moments of growth.You’ll discover:Why phlegmatic parents often misread conflict as failureHow to reframe your child’s “fighting” as convictionThe #1 mindset shift that restores your peaceA simple process to create calm, consistent structureHow to redirect your child’s strong will toward virtueLearn how to leverage your phlegmatic superpowers, empathy, consistency, calm, and bring out the best in your child’s God-given leadership drive.Plus:Get your FREE Parenting by Temperaments Quick GuideTake the Temperament Assessment (for YOU and your child!)Want to grow in mindset mastery as a Catholic parent? Join The Academy for a 7-day free trial and start coaching with us today!Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE with a parent who needs this truth today. We’re lighting the path to deeper connection, one temperament at a time.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUBSCRIBE TO THE CATHOLIC COACHING PODCASTApple PodcastsSpotifyYouTube...

What happens when your deep desire for order meets a child who thrives in joyful chaos? Welcome to The Catholic Coaching Podcast, where today Matt and Erin Ingold take you inside the mind and heart of the melancholic parent, and what it’s like to raise (or form!) a sanguine child.This episode is a masterclass in Catholic parenting, temperaments, and mindset coaching. With equal parts practical wisdom and spiritual depth, Matt opens up about his own struggles and breakthroughs as a melancholic dad navigating the wild wonder of a sanguine child. If you’ve ever said, “Why can’t they just focus?” or felt guilty about reacting out of frustration rather than formation—this one’s for you.You’ll discover: ✔️ The strengths of melancholic parents: thoughtfulness, loyalty, depth, and detail. ✔️ The most common frustrations when parenting across temperamental lines. ✔️ How to reframe perfectionism, manage expectations, and find peace. ✔️ Real-time coaching insights to guide your child’s desires (without squashing them). ✔️ How to form deeper connection, especially when your personalities clash.Plus:Get your FREE Parenting by Temperaments Quick GuideTake the Temperament Assessment (for YOU and your child!)Want to grow in mindset mastery as a Catholic parent? Join The Academy for a 7-day free trial and start coaching with us today!Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE with a parent who needs this truth today. We’re lighting the path to deeper connection, one temperament at a time.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUBSCRIBE TO THE CATHOLIC COACHING PODCASTApple PodcastsSpotifyYouTube...

Are you a choleric parent trying to lead your home without losing your peace?Whether you're parenting a laid-back phlegmatic, an emotional melancholic, an energetic sanguine, or another mini-choleric (hello power struggle!), this episode of The Catholic Coaching Podcast is for you.Matt and Erin Ingold dive deep into the strengths, triggers, and transformational mindset shifts that help choleric parents go from frustrated to formational.You’ll discover: ✔️ The natural strengths of choleric parents (and how to lean into them without bulldozing your kids)✔️ The most common temperamental clashes (especially with phlegmatic kids)✔️ How to shift from “compliance” to true connection✔️ A real-life example of Matt’s morning routine gone wrong, and how one mental reframe changed everything✔️ Tangible parenting strategies that honor both your drive and your child’s unique designFREE RESOURCES:Download the Parenting by Temperaments Quick GuideTake the Temperament Assessment (for you and your child)Ready to work on your mindset with a Catholic coach? Join The Academy (7-Day Free Trial!)Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE with other parents navigating the temperamental tension in their homes.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUBSCRIBE TO THE CATHOLIC COACHING PODCASTApple PodcastsSpotifyYouTube...

Hey parents! Ever wonder why your child’s emotions feel so heavy at times? Or why your fun-loving, spontaneous energy doesn’t always land the way you expect? In today’s episode of The Catholic Coaching Podcast, we’re diving deep into Sanguine Parenting—the strengths, struggles, and real-world strategies to connect better with your kids based on their unique temperament.What You’ll Learn: ✔️ The 5 Strengths of a Sanguine Parent—how your enthusiasm, optimism, and creativity shape your family dynamic. ✔️ The 5 Frustrations—why consistency, emotional depth, and follow-through might challenge you. ✔️ Self-Coaching for Parents—how to reframe your beliefs and regulate your emotions for deeper connection. ✔️ Real-life parenting strategies to navigate emotional weight (especially with melancholic kids!).Key Takeaways: ✅ How to stop feeling like your child’s emotions are your responsibility. ✅ The real job of a parent when it comes to emotional formation. ✅ Why not cheering up your child instantly might be the best thing you do for them.This episode is packed with real-life coaching, practical mindset shifts, and faith-filled encouragement for parents who want to show up as their best selves, without burnout or frustration.👉 Get Your FREE Parenting Temperament Guide! Want a cheat sheet to help you parent more effectively? Download your free temperament guide to better understand your parenting style and your child’s needs. 🎯 Know a Sanguine Parent? Share this episode with them! Let’s build stronger, more connected families, one mindset shift at a time.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUBSCRIBE TO THE CATHOLIC COACHING PODCASTApple PodcastsSpotifyYouTube...

Ever have a child who’s so calm, obedient, and easygoing that you almost forget they need attention too? If so, you may be parenting a phlegmatic child! These kids are peaceful, relationship-focused, and deeply empathetic, but they can also struggle with motivation, assertiveness, and passivity.In this episode of The Catholic Coaching Podcast, we’re covering:✅ What phlegmatic children value most and what triggers them✅ The biggest mistakes parents and teachers make with quiet, compliant kids✅ Practical strategies to build their confidence, decision-making, and assertiveness✅ How to engage them in challenges without overwhelming themPhlegmatic kids might not demand attention like other temperaments, but they need just as much intentional formation. This episode will help you support and guide them in a way that nurtures their unique gifts while helping them step outside their comfort zone.FREE RESOURCE: Want to parent with your child’s temperament in mind? Download our Temperaments Quick Guide for Parenting and get a printable temperament assessment for your kids. Download Here!Join the Academy! Learning about temperament is great, but applying it is where transformation happens. Our Metanoia Catholic Academy gives you the coaching, community, and tools to grow as a parent, teacher, and disciple. Ready to go deeper? Join us today. Grab Your Free Trial Here!Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode on Catholic coaching, mindset, and human formation.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUBSCRIBE TO THE CATHOLIC COACHING PODCASTApple PodcastsSpotifyYouTube...

Got a melancholic child? Or maybe you're a teacher trying to figure out how to connect with your more introverted students? You're in the right place. Melancholic kids are deep thinkers, feelers, and perfectionists, but without the right approach, they can easily get overwhelmed, discouraged, or stuck in their emotions. So, how do you guide them in a way that truly honors their temperament?In this episode of The Catholic Coaching Podcast, we’re breaking down:✅ What melancholic children value most and what triggers them✅ The biggest mistakes parents and teachers make with melancholic kids✅ Proven strategies to help them build confidence, resilience, and self-expression✅ How to teach them to navigate emotions without dismissing their concernsWe’ll also share real-life stories, including our own experiences with our melancholic daughter, and practical do’s and don’ts for fostering a supportive, growth-oriented environment.FREE RESOURCE: Want to parent with your child’s temperament in mind? Download our Temperaments Quick Guide for Parenting and get a printable temperament assessment for your kids. Download Here!Join the Academy! Learning about temperament is great, but applying it is where transformation happens. Our Metanoia Catholic Academy gives you the coaching, community, and tools to grow as a parent, teacher, and disciple. Ready to go deeper? Join us today. Grab Your Free Trial Here!Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode on Catholic coaching, mindset, and human formation.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUBSCRIBE TO THE CATHOLIC COACHING PODCASTApple PodcastsSpotifyYouTube...

Ever feel like you're raising a child who never stops moving, thrives on fun, and makes friends everywhere they go? You might be parenting a sanguine child. These kids bring joy, energy, and spontaneity into every room, but without the right approach, they can struggle with focus, discipline, and follow-through.In this episode of The Catholic Coaching Podcast, we’re breaking down:✅ What sanguine children value most and what triggers them✅ The biggest mistakes parents and teachers make with sanguine kids✅ Practical strategies to help them focus while celebrating their strengths✅ How to guide their big emotions and desires without shutting them downWe’ll share real-life examples, including insights from our own experiences, to help you navigate parenting or teaching a sanguine child with confidence.FREE RESOURCE: Want to parent with your child’s temperament in mind? Download our Temperaments Quick Guide for Parenting and get a printable temperament assessment for your kids. Download Here!Join the Academy! Learning about temperament is great, but applying it is where transformation happens. Our Metanoia Catholic Academy gives you the coaching, community, and tools to grow as a parent, teacher, and disciple. Ready to go deeper? Join us today. Grab Your Free Trial Here!Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode on Catholic coaching, mindset, and human formation.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUBSCRIBE TO THE CATHOLIC COACHING PODCASTApple PodcastsSpotifyYouTube...

Ever feel like you're constantly in a power struggle with your child? Do they push back, demand independence, or insist on doing things their own way? You may be parenting a choleric child. These kids are natural leaders, driven by efficiency, justice, and determination. But without the right approach, they can come across as defiant, stubborn, or overly intense.In this episode of The Catholic Coaching Podcast, we’re breaking down:✅ What choleric children value most and what triggers them✅ The biggest mistakes parents and teachers make with strong-willed kids✅ Practical strategies to channel their leadership, drive, and decisiveness✅ How to discipline effectively without crushing their will or causing rebellionWe’ll share real-life coaching insights and examples to help you guide your choleric child in a way that fosters confidence, respect, and long-term internal motivation.FREE RESOURCE: Want to parent with your child’s temperament in mind? Download our Temperaments Quick Guide for Parenting and get a printable temperament assessment for your kids. Download Here!Join the Academy! Learning about temperament is great, but applying it is where transformation happens. Our Metanoia Catholic Academy gives you the coaching, community, and tools to grow as a parent, teacher, and disciple. Ready to go deeper? Join us today. Grab Your Free Trial Here!Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode on Catholic coaching, mindset, and human formation.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUBSCRIBE TO THE CATHOLIC COACHING PODCASTApple PodcastsSpotifyYouTube...