Have you ever found yourself in a conversation that left you shaken—your heart racing, your voice tense, and your peace completely gone?

Maybe it was a disagreement about politics, morality, Church teaching, or even a family decision that matters deeply to you. In those moments, it’s so easy to react instead of respond... and before you know it, the tension turns into division.

In this episode of Catholic Moms in the Middle, I’m opening up about something we all face: how to stay kind, calm, and Christlike when you deeply disagree with someone. Whether it's a heated conversation in your family, a debate at work, or a clash in your parish, this episode will give you tools to handle it with grace and strength.

We’ll talk about:

Why disagreements feel so personal and triggering What’s really happening in your brain and body when you’re in conflict.

Four practical, faith-filled steps to help you pause, ground yourself, and speak with love while making sure your voice is heard—without losing your peace or your witness.

And how saints like St. Catherine of Siena and St. Monica can guide us in today’s polarized world!

If you're a Catholic woman who wants to speak truth, stand firm in your values, and still radiate Christ in every conversation—you’re in the right place. You don’t have to sacrifice your voice to stay peaceful, and you don’t have to sacrifice your peace to be heard.

Jennie Guinn is a Catholic life coach, podcaster, and radio show host who walks with women facing life’s unexpected turns. She helps them encounter the Father’s love, be transformed by the Holy Spirit, and find healing from pain and disappointment so they can magnify Christ with their lives. Through faith-filled coaching and heartfelt conversations, Jennie empowers women to rediscover hope and to live life with purpose and joy.