Ever feel like you’re falling behind in life? On The Tim Glemkowski Show, Tim offers a perspective that challenges the pressure so many young adults carry.

A person's 20s is a period marked by building: careers, relationships, and identity. But it’s also a time when many are susceptible to proximate comparison. Looking around, it’s easy to wonder, “Am I doing this right?” That question can fuel anxiety as others might seem to move faster: getting married, advancing professionally, or reaching milestones you haven’t yet touched.

Looking back, Tim sees it differently. The worry that once felt so urgent didn’t produce anything meaningful. “I’ve never looked back on a season… and thought… I’m glad I worried about that so much,” he reflects. Instead of clarity, anxiety only clouded what God was doing over time.

What would have helped? A shift in perspective. Rather than treating life as a series of urgent moments, Tim suggests viewing your 20s as a season, a full decade meant for growth. Not everything has to happen immediately. God’s work often unfolds more slowly than we’d prefer, but His timing is never wasted.

That doesn’t mean drifting aimlessly. Intentionality still matters. But it does mean letting go of the constant pressure to measure your life against someone else’s timeline. Comparison distorts reality and steals peace, while trust allows you to move forward with purpose.

This same principle applies to parish life, where many young adults feel disconnected or overlooked. The temptation is to wait for the “right” community to appear. But meaningful relationships rarely form that way. As Tim puts it, “You have to show up to be heard.” Real community is built through personal invitations, shared meals, and one-on-one connections.

In the end, your 20s are not about having everything figured out. They’re about growing into the person God created you to be. And that process takes time, patience, and trust.

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Ever feel like you&rsquo;re falling behind in life? On The Tim Glemkowski Show, Tim offers a perspective that challenges the pressure so many young adults carry.
A person's 20s is a period marked by building: careers, relationships, and identity. But it&rsquo;s also a time when many are susceptible to proximate comparison. Looking around, it&rsquo;s easy to wonder, &ldquo;Am I doing this right?&rdquo; That question can fuel anxiety as others might seem to move faster: getting married, advancing professionally, or reaching milestones you haven&rsquo;t yet touched.
Looking back, Tim sees it differently. The worry that once felt so urgent didn&rsquo;t produce anything meaningful. &ldquo;I&rsquo;ve never looked back on a season&hellip; and thought&hellip; I&rsquo;m glad I worried about that so much,&rdquo; he reflects. Instead of clarity, anxiety only clouded what God was doing over time.
What would have helped? A shift in perspective. Rather than treating life as a series of urgent moments, Tim suggests viewing your 20s as a season, a full decade meant for growth. Not everything has to happen immediately. God&rsquo;s work often unfolds more slowly than we&rsquo;d prefer, but His timing is never wasted.
That doesn&rsquo;t mean drifting aimlessly. Intentionality still matters. But it does mean letting go of the constant pressure to measure your life against someone else&rsquo;s timeline. Comparison distorts reality and steals peace, while trust allows you to move forward with purpose.
This same principle applies to parish life, where many young adults feel disconnected or overlooked. The temptation is to wait for the &ldquo;right&rdquo; community to appear. But meaningful relationships rarely form that way. As Tim puts it, &ldquo;You have to show up to be heard.&rdquo; Real community is built through personal invitations, shared meals, and one-on-one connections.
In the end, your 20s are not about having everything figured out. They&rsquo;re about growing into the person God created you to be. And that process takes time, patience, and trust.
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Rethinking the Pressure of "Falling Behind" in Your 20s (The Tim Glemkowski Show)

On the Family Rosary Across America, Monique from Chicago called in with a heart full of faith — and longing. She shared three intentions: peace in the world, prayers for the souls in purgatory, and reconciliation with her son, from whom she has been separated for decades.

“I’m praying that God will change his heart,” she said.

Her voice carried both sorrow and hope, a reminder of the quiet crosses many carry. Alongside these intentions, she also entrusted a financial need to prayer and assured the Relevant Radio family of her daily intercession for them.

Fr. Rocky responded with compassion and confidence: “We’re going to pray for all of that.”

In that moment, Monique’s story became more than a list of intentions. It became a witness to perseverance in prayer. Even after years of silence, she continues to hope, trust, and love.

Her call reminds us that God hears every prayer and that no distance, whether spiritual or relational, is beyond His reach.

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On the Family Rosary Across America, Monique from Chicago called in with a heart full of faith &mdash; and longing. She shared three intentions: peace in the world, prayers for the souls in purgatory, and reconciliation with her son, from whom she has been separated for decades.
&ldquo;I&rsquo;m praying that God will change his heart,&rdquo; she said.
Her voice carried both sorrow and hope, a reminder of the quiet crosses many carry. Alongside these intentions, she also entrusted a financial need to prayer and assured the Relevant Radio family of her daily intercession for them.
Fr. Rocky responded with compassion and confidence: &ldquo;We&rsquo;re going to pray for all of that.&rdquo;
In that moment, Monique&rsquo;s story became more than a list of intentions. It became a witness to perseverance in prayer. Even after years of silence, she continues to hope, trust, and love.
Her call reminds us that God hears every prayer and that no distance, whether spiritual or relational, is beyond His reach.
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A Mother’s Prayer That Never Stops (Family Rosary Across America)

NOTE: This article features some sensitive topics that may not be suitable for younger readers. Please use discretion.

A 24-year-old caller’s honesty opened a powerful conversation about addiction, healing, and the hidden impact of sin on the whole family.

On Marriage Unhindered, Mary shared her experience of dealing with an addiction to pornography. What began as a coping mechanism stemming from childhood trauma slowly became something deeper. She explained that succumbing to the temptation never fulfilled her, but it had become an indomitable crutch. “It was just like watching something… disassociating with past trauma.” Over time, that exposure to pornography took hold and became an addiction.

Mary also recognized a painful pattern in her family. After discovering that her father and brothers struggled with the same problem, she labeled it a generational sin. Her story highlights a difficult truth: sin never remains isolated.

Guest Rachael Killackey, founder of Magdala Ministries, offered compassion and insight, affirming the connection between trauma and the desire to regain control. She explained that trauma, especially childhood trauma, leaves victims feeling perpetually unsafe and not in control. To cope with the pain, they often seek control through harmful habits, such as indulging in pornography.

Yet Rachel also emphasized hope, praising Mary’s efforts to set boundaries and pursue healing. “Don’t be afraid to say no,” Rachel encouraged. “Sounds like you’re saying some really, really hard no’s.” Those “no’s” include stepping away from social media and limiting exposure to triggering content. Doug echoed that encouragement, noting the difficulty of overcoming addiction and commending Mary’s progress at such a young age.

The conversation then turned toward a broader spiritual reality. Doug pointed out that sin, especially within the home, can affect others in unseen ways. Rachel reinforced this truth: “No sin only affects the individual.” As members of the Body of Christ, our actions impact the whole.

Mary’s story is about struggle but also about fighting concupiscence, temptation, and breaking the cycle of trauma and generational sin. Her commitment to raising her daughter differently and pursuing healing shows that cycles can be broken.

Freedom is possible. And with God’s grace, healing can begin today.

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NOTE: This article features some sensitive topics that may not be suitable for younger readers. Please use discretion.
A 24-year-old caller&rsquo;s honesty opened a powerful conversation about addiction, healing, and the hidden impact of sin on the whole family.
On Marriage Unhindered, Mary shared her experience of dealing with an addiction to pornography. What began as a coping mechanism stemming from childhood trauma slowly became something deeper. She explained that succumbing to the temptation never fulfilled her, but it had become an indomitable crutch. &ldquo;It was just like watching something&hellip; disassociating with past trauma.&rdquo; Over time, that exposure to pornography took hold and became an addiction.
Mary also recognized a painful pattern in her family. After discovering that her father and brothers struggled with the same problem, she labeled it a generational sin. Her story highlights a difficult truth: sin never remains isolated.
Guest Rachael Killackey, founder of Magdala Ministries, offered compassion and insight, affirming the connection between trauma and the desire to regain control. She explained that trauma, especially childhood trauma, leaves victims feeling perpetually unsafe and not in control. To cope with the pain, they often seek control through harmful habits, such as indulging in pornography.
Yet Rachel also emphasized hope, praising Mary&rsquo;s efforts to set boundaries and pursue healing. &ldquo;Don&rsquo;t be afraid to say no,&rdquo; Rachel encouraged. &ldquo;Sounds like you&rsquo;re saying some really, really hard no&rsquo;s.&rdquo; Those &ldquo;no&rsquo;s&rdquo; include stepping away from social media and limiting exposure to triggering content. Doug echoed that encouragement, noting the difficulty of overcoming addiction and commending Mary&rsquo;s progress at such a young age.
The conversation then turned toward a broader spiritual reality. Doug pointed out that sin, especially within the home, can affect others in unseen ways. Rachel reinforced this truth: &ldquo;No sin only affects the individual.&rdquo; As members of the Body of Christ, our actions impact the whole.
Mary&rsquo;s story is about struggle but also about fighting concupiscence, temptation, and breaking the cycle of trauma and generational sin. Her commitment to raising her daughter differently and pursuing healing shows that cycles can be broken.
Freedom is possible. And with God&rsquo;s grace, healing can begin today.
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Breaking the Cycle of Trauma by Fighting Addictive Habits (Marriage Unhindered)

When we lose someone we love deeply, we are often greeted by grief and difficult spiritual questions.

On The Patrick Madrid Show, a caller named John shared a tender concern. After his wife passed away, having received the apostolic pardon, he wondered: Is it a sin to assume she is in Heaven?

Patrick’s answer was both reassuring and rooted in Christian hope.

“No, not at all,” he said. “It's part of your Christian hope in God's mercy and love.”

Far from being sinful, this kind of hope reflects trust in God’s goodness, especially when we know the person lived a faithful life. Patrick encouraged John to take comfort in that hope, while also continuing to pray for his wife. After all, prayer for the dead is always a loving act.

John’s confusion came from hearing that “assuming” something can be sinful. Patrick clarified the difference. The real danger lies in rash judgment, assuming moral fault in others without evidence. But hoping in someone’s salvation is entirely different.

“What you're talking about is not in that category at all,” Patrick explained.

In the end, this moment highlights a beautiful balance in Catholic life: We trust in God’s mercy, we hope in Heaven, and we continue to pray with love.

Even in grief, hope remains.

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When we lose someone we love deeply, we are often greeted by grief and difficult spiritual questions.
On The Patrick Madrid Show, a caller named John shared a tender concern. After his wife passed away, having received the apostolic pardon, he wondered: Is it a sin to assume she is in Heaven?
Patrick&rsquo;s answer was both reassuring and rooted in Christian hope.
&ldquo;No, not at all,&rdquo; he said. &ldquo;It's part of your Christian hope in God's mercy and love.&rdquo;
Far from being sinful, this kind of hope reflects trust in God&rsquo;s goodness, especially when we know the person lived a faithful life. Patrick encouraged John to take comfort in that hope, while also continuing to pray for his wife. After all, prayer for the dead is always a loving act.
John&rsquo;s confusion came from hearing that &ldquo;assuming&rdquo; something can be sinful. Patrick clarified the difference. The real danger lies in rash judgment, assuming moral fault in others without evidence. But hoping in someone&rsquo;s salvation is entirely different.
&ldquo;What you're talking about is not in that category at all,&rdquo; Patrick explained.
In the end, this moment highlights a beautiful balance in Catholic life: We trust in God&rsquo;s mercy, we hope in Heaven, and we continue to pray with love.
Even in grief, hope remains.
<hr>
The best way to listen to the&nbsp;Best of the Week&nbsp;is on our #1 Free Catholic App. It&rsquo;s free, and always will be! To get and share the Relevant Radio app, check it out&nbsp;<a href="https://relevantradio.com/listen/get-the-app/">here</a>.

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