About this episode

The episode explores the concept of 'Mom guilt' and how Orthodox Christians can address it.

In today's episode, Saint Emmelia Ministries Assistant Director Mindi Popovich-Schneider takes over hosting duties and puts Mat. Melissa Naasko in the hot seat. Mat. Melissa and Pres. Jennifer Souza break down the concept of "Mom guilt"-where these feelings come from, how they affect us, and how we, as Orthodox Christians, can combat them.

People in this episode

Host: Mindi Popovich-Schneider

Guest: Mat. Melissa Naasko

Topics covered

• Mom guilt
• Orthodox Christianity
• parenting
• mental health
• spirituality

Keywords

• Mom guilt
• Orthodox Christians
• parenting challenges
• mental health
• spiritual support

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