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The Hard Truth About Discipline & The Catholic Revival in NZ

Curiously Catholic

Is the "disciplined life" actually sustainable, or is it just a path to burnout? In this episode of the Curious Catholic Evangelion Podcast, I sit down with Tomas Mones-Cason from Fit for the Kingdom to pull back the curtain on what it really takes to live with heroic virtue. Thomas shares his raw experience balancing the growth of a massive social media platform with the upcoming arrival of his first child. We dive deep into the "soul-crushing" moments of early wake-ups, why quality matters less than consistency in the age of AI, and the explosive Catholic revival currently taking place in Christchurch. Whether you are struggling to stay on the "hard path" or curious about the St. Michael's Troop movement, this conversation offers a practical roadmap for the modern Catholic man. Key Topics Covered: The reality of the 4 AM wake-up call and how to stop hitting snooze. The impact of the Radio New Zealand (RNZ) article on the local Catholic community. Connect with us: Follow Evangelion for more episodes on faith and discipline. Check out Thomas at Fit for the Kingdom for daily virtue-driven content. Video Chapters 00:00 Struggling with spiritual routine 08:28 Finding motivation in role models 14:49 Importance of intentional leisure 17:28 Finding your reasons to exercise 24:40 Living with stoic mindset 26:24 Finding satisfaction in effort 35:37 Consequences of modern lifestyle choices 38:11 The richness of Catholic traditions 42:35 The purpose of the Church 51:25 Masculinity in church leadership54:55 Discussing gender roles in society 01:02:32 Discussing Andrew Tate's appeal 01:08:56 Young role models in faith 01:11:52 Integrating spiritual and physical virtues 01:15:37 Morning routine and reflections 01:20:27 Parenting through example 01:26:05 Sharing faith through podcasting