Two Abortions, One Redemption Story w/ January Donovan | Ep. 105

About this episode

What do you do when you keep comparing yourself to other women? For January Donovan, a mentor’s answer was surprisingly practical: pray for them and learn to become their friend. January joins Purposely Catholic to share her return to the Catholic faith after two abortions, and the place Eucharistic adoration and women’s formation had in rebuilding her life.

Faith reaches into the ordinary parts of a day: how we listen, handle our emotions, set boundaries, and care for our families. But what does that look like when you’re caring for a newborn and barely sleeping? January makes room for that season, too. We talk about Mary, the people who help us grow, and how husbands and wives can support each other as they learn. There is real work involved in formation, and it has to fit the life you’re actually living.

In this episode

• Moving from comparison to genuine friendship with other women
• January’s return to the Catholic faith and the role of Eucharistic adoration
• Practical skills for listening, setting boundaries, and managing emotions
• Making room for formation in demanding seasons of motherhood
• Mary’s example and how spouses can support each other’s growth

With Khalil Hattar and guest January Donovan.

About the guest

January Donovan is the founder of The Woman School and the author of Redefine Success for Women. A speaker and trainer with more than two decades of experience working with women, she leads the Feminine Revival, a movement focused on feminine formation and mentorship. Her teaching combines mindset work with practical skills, including building friendships, setting boundaries, managing daily routines, and bringing greater intention to family life and personal goals.