YourOrthodoxBesties: Recent Episodes
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Welcome! This podcast is a hotline style show for youth and young adults, meaning YOU have the opportunity to submit your questions (https://app.sli.do/event/71kamN7dgWxYhSih8ayLWr/live/questions) and we discuss the top-rated questions here on this podcast. We hope that through our experiences, knowledge and faith, we can create Christ-centred dialogue about these important questions that you’ve always wanted to ask but for a variety of reasons, never did. By no means do we claim to be mental health professionals, theologians or experts of any kind. We are simply two passionate Orthodox servants who have a genuine love for serving youth and young adults by creating a safe space for honesty, openness and meaningful discussions. Thanks for tuning in - we can’t wait to hear from you! Also, be sure to follow @yourorthodoxbesties on instagram for latest updates. Love,Your Orthodox Besties - Mary & Mariam
Sometimes it's incredibly hard to hear God's voice in our lives. How do we even know what His will is? And what are we supposed to do when His plan doesn't seem to be aligning with ours? Join us on this extra special episode with our dear friend, Father Paul Tadros from St. Silouan the Athonite Orthodox Church in Toronto as he helps us tackle this tough question.
Do you ever feel like life is just racing you by? If so, you're not alone! Join us on this episode as we talk about why it's so important to slow things down.
So...you're dating someone, things are getting serious. You're starting to wonder, could this be the "one"? Join us on this episode as we try to break down some of the things to consider when you're making this really tough decision!
Bearing one another's burdens is something that we are called to do as Christians. but what does that really mean? And what if it feels too overwhelming? Join us on this episode as Father Paul Tadros from St. Silouan Athonite Orthodox Church in Toronto helps us answer this great question.
What's the best advice you could give someone in their early 20s? Join us on this episode as we answer this question that tackles a variety of really important topics!
Have you ever wondered why the Sacrament of Confession has to happen in the presence of a priest? Why can't I just confess my sins directly to God and skip the uncomfortable step of having the priest hear all my sins? Join us on this special episode as we explore this topic with our wonderful guest speaker, Father Paul Tadros from St. Silouan the Athonite Orthodox Church in Toronto.
Have you ever felt like everyone around you is getting engaged and married, and you just don't feel ready for that yet? Join us on this episode as we talk about how to navigate this tough situation.
Have you ever wondered where God fits into the ups and downs of our mental health journey? Join us on this special episode as we ask our guest speaker, Sevan, a well-being counsellor to help us answer this tough question!
How soon is too soon to really "let someone in"? If you've ever wondered about setting boundaries right at the beginning of any new friendship or relationship, this episode is for you. Join us as we try to develop some general guidelines to tackle this tough question.
Have you ever felt like you’re just going through the motions in every area of your life? Join us on this episode as we break down this ever so familiar feeling and offer strategies to help get you out of this rut!
Do you ever feel like your crazy busy schedule just doesn’t allow for enough time to fit God into it? Join us on this extra special episode (as we celebrate the podcast’s 1-year anniversary) and hash this one out!
Do you ever feel like you need people to like you? Join us on this episode as we hash this one out to try to get to the bottom of where this feeling is coming from and what you can do about it.
Have you ever tried to talk to your parents about struggles you’ve been having with your mental health…and they just didn’t get it? Tune in to this episode as we tackle this tough topic and try to find ways to handle it as sensitively as possible.
So…does every date need to have the potential for something serious or is it okay to just date for fun? Join us on this episode as we try to tackle this tough and great question!
Join us on this episode with our special guest Patty, a pharmacist with additional training in applied positive psychology, as we chat about all kinds of practical ways to improve our mental health when we’re not feeling our best.
It can be frustrating to put in so much effort into your spiritual life and not see or feel the results. It can definitely make you want to stop trying altogether! Tune in to this episode as we talk about ways to overcome spiritual dryness.
Dancing can be so much fun and it's only human to be curious about what going to a club might be like, especially when everyone else is doing it. Join us on this episode as we chat about dancing, clubbing and all the things to consider when you're trying to figure out if this is for you.
It’s hard enough to find clothes that actually look and feel good on us, but how do you decide what’s “appropriate” to wear in the summer when it’s so hot outside!? Join us on this episode as we break down what’s really behind our wardrobe choices.
Have you ever felt like you just don’t fit in at your church? It can definitely be a frustrating and isolating experience. Join us this episode as we chat about how to navigate this tough situation!
Let's settle the debate - can you be friends with your ex or is it best to keep your distance? Join us on this episode where we hash this one out and explore all the different things to consider before figuring out what's best for you in your situation!
It’s definitely not easy to feel frustrated and stuck when everyone around you is in a relationship and you’re not. Join us on this episode as we talk about ways to genuinely enjoy and make the most of this special time in your life!
When it seems like the end of a relationship is near, it’s totally normal to feel guilty, unsure or even doubt yourself throughout the entire process. Tune in to this episode as we discuss things to look out for if you’re in this tough situation.
Dating can be scary at first but it really doesn’t have to be! Tune in to this episode where we chat about how to jump into the dating world and enjoy the process while you’re at it!
Getting over someone is one of the hardest things to do, especially when you can’t stop thinking about them. Join us as we talk about practical ways to move on after a breakup.
It can be so hard to figure out if the relationship you’re in is the right one for you. Join us on this episode as we discuss some of the things you should be looking for to figure out if the person you’re with is a keeper!
So…you’re spending a lot of time together, and before you know it, you’re wondering if this friendship can become more than that, maybe a relationship. Join us as we hash this one out and get real about all the things to consider in this scary (but exciting) situation!
Have you ever felt like a good friend of yours is with the wrong person? Or maybe you've been confronted by a concerned friend about the person you're in a relationship with. Talk about a tough situation to be in all around! Join us this episode as we try to tackle this difficult predicament in the best way we can!
It's a new year! What better time to start thinking about how to make this one the most memorable and beneficial one yet? Join us as we chat about practical ways to do just that!
It's so easy to focus on our weaknesses and allow that to shake the way we view ourselves and what we bring to the table. Join us as we brainstorm practical strategies to improve confidence every single day!
It can be so tough to feel good about yourself when your mind is overwhelmed with self-critical thoughts about how you look, especially when it seems like everyone else is getting all the attention! Join us as we explore ways to challenge these thoughts and help you feel more comfortable in your own skin...
Have you ever felt like you had to minimize your strengths and put yourself down in order to be "humble"? Join us on this episode as we break down the difference between humility and self-deprecation in order to take one step closer to genuine confidence!
We’re so excited to move on to our next theme! Check out this quick chat that explains why we think confidence is such an important topic to be thinking and talking about. Submit your questions on slido (https://app.sli.do/event/k5wes7hf/live/questions) today and don’t forget to upvote the ones you’re most excited about!
It can be so tough to watch a friend you care about struggle with their own mental health - but what if it’s taking a major toll on you? Join us on this episode as we discuss how to take care of yourself while also supporting the people you love. Don’t forget to leave your thoughts on our Instagram page (@yourorthodoxbesties)!
Feeling like you don't belong can be really tough - but you’re not alone! Tune in to our conversation on how to navigate not belonging to a particular clique or friend group. Don’t forget to leave your thoughts on our Instagram page (@yourorthodoxbesties).
Is it just me or is this friendship one-sided? Tune in to our conversation on why friendships can sometimes feel draining or simply not meet our expectations. So, should I keep trying? Take a step back? Ignore the behaviour? Join the dialogue on our instagram page (@yourorthodoxbesties) with your thoughts.