The Intentional Parents Podcast Conversation w/ Ronald Rolheiser: Restlessness, Leaving a Legacy, Dealing With Anger + the Power of Fidelity
Jan 21, 2026
Fr. Ronald Rolheiser, a Catholic priest and renowned spiritual author, shares profound insights on navigating midlife restlessness, emphasizing it as a sign of our yearning for something greater. He discusses the concept of the 'Domestic Monastery,' where everyday responsibilities become spiritual calls to faithfulness. Rolheiser highlights the transformative role of parenthood, explaining how children help shape their parents. Wrapping up, he offers guidance on managing anger and the importance of fidelity in life, relationships, and prayer.
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Restlessness Means We're Built For More
- Human restlessness signals we are made for God and not pathology.
- Fr. Ronald Rolheiser says restlessness keeps us from settling for second best.
Let Domestic Routines Shape Your Prayer
- Treat household rhythms as monastic bells that call you to faithfulness.
- Use alarm clocks, work schedules, and kids' routines as prompts to serve, not to be ruled by desire.
Commitments Redirect Your Trajectory
- Commitments (marriage, children) will redirect your life beyond personal choice.
- Rolheiser: "Kids raise the parents" by putting a belt around you and leading you where you'd rather not go.
