Charles Botensten

Discover how The Way by St. Josemaría Escrivá transformed my spiritual life. This Catholic book review dives deep into the timeless wisdom of this 20th-century saint and the power of finding holiness in ordinary life. Whether you’re new to Catholic spirituality or looking for spiritual direction, this video breaks down the key themes, quotes, and life-changing challenges within The Way.

Why did the Church stop preaching about sin, h*ll, and confession? In this bold video, we expose how silence from the pulpit is costing souls — and why truth must be preached again. For centuries, the saints warned us: silence is not mercy. Jesus Himself spoke of h*ll more than heaven. But today? Homilies avoid the hard stuff. Confession lines are empty. And souls are falling asleep spiritually.TIMESTAMPS00:00 The Reality of H*ll02:36 Sin and Rebellion05:33 The Importance of Confession08:06 The Need for Truth in Love10:38 Reverence for the Eucharist13:15 The Call to RepentanceSuggest Topic: https://jotform.com/251673988124063https://iCharles.comhttps://instagram.com/botenstenhttps://tiktok.com/@botenstenhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/botenstenHIS REAL ESTATE BUSINESSWork With Us: https://bit.ly/m/WorkWithBPIhttps://youtube.com/bpinyc https://www.instagram.com/bpi.homeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@bpi.homeshttps://www.botensten.comABOUT CHARLESCharles Botensten lives & works in Manhattan. He is the founder of resi

Most Catholics today fast only twice a year — but for centuries, fasting was a central part of Catholic life. In this review of The Definitive Guide to Catholic Fasting and Abstinence by Matthew Plese, we explore the forgotten discipline that shaped saints, nations, and centuries of tradition. From the Black Fast of the Early Church to modern minimalism, this video walks you through 2,000 years of fasting history and why reclaiming it matters today.We cover: - The Early Church and Black Fast - Monastic fasting rules and Ember Days - Medieval rigor and canon law - Post-Vatican II minimalism - How today’s Catholics are voluntarily reviving traditional fastingTIMESTAMPS00:00 – Understanding Catholic Fasting07:14 – Fasting in History14:44 – 500–1500: Fasting Evolves21:40 – Reformation’s Impact29:11 – Modern Fasting TodaySuggest Topic: https://jotform.com/251673988124063https://iCharles.comhttps://instagram.com/botenstenhttps://tiktok.com/@botenstenhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/botenstenHIS REAL ESTATE BUSINESSWork

Lukewarm Christianity is dying—and good. This video exposes the lies that numb the soul: “Just be a good person,” “God is love,” “No need for confession.” We're done with watered-down faith.

Catholic confession is essential for salvation. In this video, discover 7 powerful reasons to go to confession frequently, avoid mortal sin, and restore grace through the sacrament of reconciliation.If you're Catholic and haven’t been to confession in a while, this video is your wake-up call. Learn how this sacrament protects your soul, prepares you for judgment, and restores your peace with God. We cover: - What the Church teaches about mortal sin - Why frequent confession is necessary - How it strengthens your soul in spiritual warfare - What happens if you die in a state of sin - Why confession is more urgent now than everWhether it’s been a week or a decade—go.PERSONAL SOCIALShttps://iCharles.comhttps://instagram.com/botenstenhttps://tiktok.com/@botenstenhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/botenstenREAL ESTATE BUSINESShttps://youtube.com/bpinyc https://www.instagram.com/bpi.homeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@bpi.homeshttps://www.linkedin.com/company/botensten-properties-internationalWork With Us: https://bit.ly/m/

The Red Pill movement promises strength, truth, and power — but without God, it’s a trap dressed as freedom. I believed the hype: chase status, control relationships, dominate your life. But that path leads to vanity, not virtue.In this video, I share:Why the Red Pill feels right (at first)What it gets half-right about men and cultureWhy it ultimately leads to despair, not salvationThe truth about masculinity, fatherhood, and the CrossHow Catholicism taught me that real strength = sacrificeThis isn’t about going soft. It’s about going deep. The Cross is the only way out.TIMESTAMPS00:00 — Red Pill Origins06:37 — Self-Help Meets Culture13:11 — Red Pill Hedonism Critique19:37 — Beyond Red Pill PurposeSuggest Topic: https://jotform.com/251673988124063https://iCharles.comhttps://instagram.com/botenstenhttps://tiktok.com/@botenstenhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/botenstenHIS REAL ESTATE BUSINESSWork With Us: https://bit.ly/m/WorkWithBPIhttps://youtube.com/bpinyc https://www.instagram.com/bpi.homeshttps://www.tiktok.com

Pope Paul VI's Humanae Vitae was dismissed, mocked, and ignored — yet every warning it contained has come true. In this review of "Pope Paul VI on Human Life" by Mary Eberstadt, we explore the prophetic nature of the Church’s teaching on contraception, how it foresaw the collapse of s*xual ethics, and why it’s more relevant than ever. This is the book every Catholic — and every skeptic — needs to understand today's moral crisis.TIMESTAMPS00:00 The Historical Context of Contraception07:11 Pope Paul VI's Encyclical and Its Impact14:27 Consequences of Contraception20:22 Modern Society and Future DirectionsSuggest Topic: https://jotform.com/251673988124063https://iCharles.comhttps://instagram.com/botenstenhttps://tiktok.com/@botenstenhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/botenstenHIS REAL ESTATE BUSINESSWork With Us: https://bit.ly/m/WorkWithBPIhttps://youtube.com/bpinyc https://www.instagram.com/bpi.homeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@bpi.homeshttps://www.botensten.comABOUT CHARLESCharles Botensten lives &a

Catholic men are not called to be passive. In this video, we reveal the forgotten sacrifices God expects of every Catholic man—father, single, priest, or husband. This is your spiritual call to arms. You’ll learn: - The real meaning of headship and spiritual leadership - Why comfort is killing your vocation - What St. Joseph teaches us about silent strength - The sacrifice of sexual purity in a pornified world - How Catholic men are called to suffer for souls - The difference between worldly success and sanctity - Why your family and parish need your sacrifice, not your silencePERSONAL SOCIALShttps://iCharles.comhttps://instagram.com/botenstenhttps://tiktok.com/@botenstenhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/botenstenREAL ESTATE BUSINESShttps://youtube.com/bpinyc https://www.instagram.com/bpi.homeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@bpi.homeshttps://www.linkedin.com/company/botensten-properties-internationalWork With Us: https://bit.ly/m/WorkWithBPIABOUT CHARLESCharles Botensten lives & works in Manhattan. He is the founder of

Relativism in Christianity is destroying truth, unity, and doctrine. Protestantism, sola scriptura, and the rejection of Tradition have opened the floodgates to chaos and moral collapse.In this video, we break down how relativism has poisoned the faith—undermining Scripture, the sacraments, and the authority Christ gave His Church. When “your truth” replaces the truth, all that’s left is confusion, division, and decay.Whether you're Catholic, Protestant, or searching for clarity, this will challenge what you’ve been told.PERSONAL SOCIALShttps://iCharles.comhttps://instagram.com/botenstenhttps://tiktok.com/@botenstenhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/botenstenREAL ESTATE BUSINESShttps://youtube.com/bpinyc https://www.instagram.com/bpi.homeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@bpi.homeshttps://www.linkedin.com/company/botensten-properties-internationalWork With Us: https://bit.ly/m/WorkWithBPIABOUT CHARLESCharles Botensten lives & works in Manhattan. He is the founder of residential real estate agency BPI (https://botenste

Why do so many Christians fall from grace—even after years of faith? In this video, we explore 5 shocking, often overlooked reasons why believers lose their way spiritually. From spiritual pride to worldly distractions and hidden sin, these are the traps that lead many to fall away from God's grace.Whether you're Catholic, Protestant, or just seeking truth, this video offers scriptural insight and practical advice on how to stay rooted in grace, persevere through spiritual trials, and avoid the most common pitfalls.#fallfromgrace #christianlife #catholictruth #stayfaithful #backsliding #spiritualwarfarePERSONAL SOCIALShttps://iCharles.comhttps://instagram.com/botenstenhttps://tiktok.com/@botenstenhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/botenstenREAL ESTATE BUSINESShttps://youtube.com/bpinyc https://www.instagram.com/bpi.homeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@bpi.homeshttps://www.linkedin.com/company/botensten-properties-internationalWork With Us: https://bit.ly/m/WorkWithBPIABOUT CHARLESCharles Botensten lives & works

Why are Catholics and even Protestants done with lukewarm faith? In this video, we expose the dangers of apathy in the Church and why millions are demanding truth, reverence, and fire again.From chatting during Mass to watered-down preaching, the modern church is losing its soul — and believers are done pretending it’s fine. If you’ve ever felt something was off, this video is for you.PERSONAL SOCIALShttps://iCharles.comhttps://instagram.com/botenstenhttps://tiktok.com/@botenstenhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/botenstenREAL ESTATE BUSINESShttps://youtube.com/bpinyc https://www.instagram.com/bpi.homeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@bpi.homeshttps://www.linkedin.com/company/botensten-properties-internationalWork With Us: https://bit.ly/m/WorkWithBPIABOUT CHARLESCharles Botensten lives & works in Manhattan. He is the founder of residential real estate agency BPI (https://botensten.com). Passions include God, triathlons, family, and non-fiction.ABOUT HIS BUSINESSBotensten Properties International is a real estate firm lo

Discerning marriage can feel overwhelming—but the advice my priest gave me helped me find peace. Whether you're single, dating, or unsure, this will help. What my priest said about discerning marriage changed my entire approach to relationships, readiness, and faith. If you’re questioning timing, vocation, or what God wants for you, this video offers spiritual clarity and encouragement. I share how his words redirected my path and how you can apply the same wisdom in your journey. #ChristianDating #MarriageDiscernment #CatholicMarriage #FaithAndRelationships #GodsTiming #ChristianSingle #SpiritualDirection #WaitingOnGod #CatholicDatingAdvice #DiscernmentPERSONAL SOCIALShttps://iCharles.comhttps://instagram.com/botenstenhttps://tiktok.com/@botenstenhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/botenstenREAL ESTATE BUSINESShttps://youtube.com/bpinyc https://www.instagram.com/bpi.homeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@bpi.homeshttps://www.linkedin.com/company/botensten-properties-internationalWork With Us: https://bit.ly/m/WorkWithBPIA

Why are Protestants converting to Catholicism? This video explains the top reasons—from the historical Church and the Real Presence in the Eucharist to the internet exposing truth and the beauty of the Catholic Mass. Learn why many are leaving Protestant denominations for the One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic Church.PERSONAL SOCIALShttps://iCharles.comhttps://instagram.com/botenstenhttps://tiktok.com/@botenstenhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/botenstenREAL ESTATE BUSINESShttps://youtube.com/bpinyc https://www.instagram.com/bpi.homeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@bpi.homeshttps://www.linkedin.com/company/botensten-properties-internationalWork With Us: https://bit.ly/m/WorkWithBPIABOUT CHARLESCharles Botensten lives & works in Manhattan. He is the founder of residential real estate agency BPI (https://botensten.com). Passions include God, triathlons, family, and non-fiction.ABOUT HIS BUSINESSBotensten Properties International is a real estate firm located in Manhattan. Founded in 2014 by Charles Botensten, BPI special

My journey to Catholicism wasn’t easy. It was filled with questions, doubts, spiritual battles, and ultimately a deep longing for truth and tradition. In this video, I open up about the pivotal moments that led me to the Catholic Church and why I believe this is where I was always meant to be.If you're considering Catholicism, wrestling with faith, or simply exploring spirituality—you're not alone. I hope this story inspires and encourages you.Let me know your thoughts in the comments. Have you ever thought about converting or returning to the Church? God bless you!Don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share if this helped you or someone you love.#CatholicConversion #MyFaithJourney #BecomingCatholic #CatholicChurchPERSONAL SOCIALShttps://iCharles.comhttps://instagram.com/botenstenhttps://tiktok.com/@botenstenhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/botenstenREAL ESTATE BUSINESShttps://youtube.com/bpinyc https://www.instagram.com/bpi.homeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@bpi.homeshttps://www.linkedin.com/company/botensten-pr

Men are leaving Jordan Peterson and returning to the Catholic Church. This video explores why modern masculinity, faith, and the self-help movement are clashing—and what's next.In this video, I share my journey as a man who once followed the self-help path popularized by Jordan Peterson, only to find it lacking in spiritual fulfillment. As more men seek deeper truth, we're witnessing a powerful return to traditional faith, especially Catholicism.Why are men outgrowing secular masculinity? What’s drawing them away from modern gurus and back into the arms of the Church? This is more than a trend—it's a movement.PERSONAL SOCIALShttps://iCharles.comhttps://instagram.com/botenstenhttps://tiktok.com/@botenstenhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/botenstenREAL ESTATE BUSINESShttps://youtube.com/bpinyc https://www.instagram.com/bpi.homeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@bpi.homeshttps://www.linkedin.com/company/botensten-properties-internationalWork With Us: https://bit.ly/m/WorkWithBPIABOUT CHARLESCharles Botensten lives & works i

You Vibrate At A Low Frequency | Ep. 3 by Charles Botensten

Being A Victim Is A Fade by Charles Botensten

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My Book Notes: https://iCharles.com https://instagram.com/botensten https://tiktok.com/@botensten Listen via Podcast: https://bpi.bio/cbpod Triathlon Training: https://instagram.com/cb.tri https://instagram.com/cb.bookreviews WORK (Real Estate) https://youtube.com/bpinyc https://instagram.com/bpi.homes https://instagram.com/bpi.uncut (Property Tours) Charles Botensten lives & works in Manhattan. He is the founder of residential real estate agency BPI (https://botensten.com). Passions include triathlons, his family, non-fiction reading, and personal growth.

My Book Notes: https://iCharles.com https://instagram.com/botensten https://tiktok.com/@botensten Listen via Podcast: https://bpi.bio/cbpod Triathlon Training: https://instagram.com/cb.tri https://instagram.com/cb.bookreviews WORK (Real Estate) https://youtube.com/bpinyc https://instagram.com/bpi.homes https://instagram.com/bpi.uncut (Property Tours) Charles Botensten lives & works in Manhattan. He is the founder of residential real estate agency BPI (https://botensten.com). Passions include triathlons, his family, non-fiction reading, and personal growth.