Parhaat Grit And Grace Podcastit (2024)

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17 Summer Vacations Destinations the Whole Family Will Love - 240 22:00

5d ago22:00

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Are you itching for a vacation? Maybe the chilliness of winter has dragged on a hair too long and cabin fever has set in. If you’re nodding along saying, “YES,” then you’ll want to tune into episode 240 of This Grit and Grace Life podcast. In this episode, Darlene Brock and Julie Bender share 17 summer vacation destinations around the United States…

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THIS is what a Support Team looks like! Life Grows Around the Grief: Parents Holding Space for Parents 1:17:50

7d ago1:17:50

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"It's not, obviously, the way we would want to meet, but I'm so grateful that we did" - Anne Davis says this in regard to becoming "chosen family" with Kaytlynn and Anthony - parents of Addilynn Grace - who had severe Junctional EB - and passed away on December 22, 2022. Katlynn and Anthony include Addilynn in everything they do. They also do so mu…

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When Suicide Touches Your Life – 239 31:19

19d ago31:19

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We tackle many difficult subjects here at Grit and Grace Life, and often, they’re ones that have impacted us directly. In this episode, co-host Darlene Brock shares one of her own—losing her father to suicide. As with any tragedy, Darlene found herself navigating unexpected emotions, working to reconcile the choice of suicide with the father she lo…

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Meet the Extraordinary Mom Behind the New Movie “Unsung Hero” – 238 34:37

1M ago34:37

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Later this month, the film “Unsung Hero” premieres in theaters across the nation. The movie chronicles one Australian mom’s radical decision to move her family across the world in faith that they can find reprieve from their struggles. We don’t want to spoil it for you, but this mother’s decision pays off. If you’ve ever jammed out to FOR KING & CO…

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Looking Back and Looking Foward with Epidermolysis Bullosa | ft. Dr. Peter Marinkovich 59:27

1M ago59:27

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We're grateful to be joined on this episode by Dr. Peter Marinkovich - Associate Professor of Dermatology, a faculty member of the Program in Epithelial Biology and the Stanford Cancer Biology Program. We're taking a deep-dive into the history - as well as the available treatments and current research - of Epidermolysis Bullosa. Dr. Marinkovich has…

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A New Season: Lasting Legacy, Inspiring Impact! 49:40

2M ago49:40

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Welcome to Season 2 of the Grace, Grief and Grit Podcast! We're proud to kick off this new season with Anne and Joe Davis at the table to discuss the upcoming 3rd Annual Butterfly Ball for EB. On this episode, you'll get to know more about Epidermolysis Bullosa as well as the impact Heroes for Hallie Grace is having - and wants to have within the E…

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Is Easter the Ultimate Call to Action? – 237 29:04

2M ago29:04

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Easter isn’t all about Peeps and Cadbury eggs, although co-host Julie Bender wouldn’t mind one or two! But is Easter the ultimate call to action? In this heartfelt podcast episode, Julie and Darlene Brock discuss the significance of Easter, which they recognize as the pinnacle of their faith. But what does it mean to truly observe the holiday? Here…

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Making the Most of Life – 236 32:28

2M ago32:28

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Life feeling mundane? It doesn’t have to! In fact, it’s easier to see the adventure and joys in the everyday than you might think. In this episode of This Grit and Grace Life, Darlene Brock and Julie Bender emphasize the importance of making the most of life. They talk through ways to shift your mindset when it comes to your purpose, your relations…

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Living with Anxiety? Bring It Into the Light and Find Hope with Caroline Beidler – 235 38:59

3M ago38:59

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If you’re living with anxiety, you know it can be debilitating. A sudden panic or anxiety attack can quickly ruin your day, and over time, it can keep you from pursuing your dreams. Caroline Beidler knows what that’s like. The author, speaker and recovery advocate recalls bouts of anxiety as a child, which were exacerbated by her parents’ divorce a…

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Kids Grief Support, ft. Child Life Specialist Jessica Correnti 53:42

3M ago53:42

53:42

This is a "lean-in" episode with our special guest Jessica Correnti who is a Certified Child-Life Specialist, an author, and the owner of Kids Grief Support. Kids Grief Support is a child life private practice that provides support, consultation, and therapeutic interventions for children and families that are grieving the death of a loved one, cop…

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Never Settle Again—Advice for Any Relationship – 234 27:02

3M ago27:02

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Love is in the air! Maybe you’re in a loving relationship and feel giddy at the mere mention of love, or maybe you’re on the hunt for that special someone. No matter your relationship status, one thing is certain: Don’t settle for less! In this podcast episode, Darlene Brock and Julie Bender discuss how our expectations for love compare to our curr…

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Savannah Ghost Pirates - EB Awareness Night is COMING!! 11:23

3M ago11:23

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February 23rd is the NIGHT to shine a LIGHT on EB Awareness with the Savannah Ghost Pirates at Enmarket Arena - it's HEROES FOR HALLIE GRACE night! We're sitting down with Cassie Geer with the Savannah Ghost Pirates to chat about this awesome event. Make sure to tap the links below to purchase your tickets for the game! GET TICKETS TO THE GAME ----…

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Need a Laugh? You’ll Relate to These Funny Phrases – 233 27:06

3M ago27:06

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Want a good laugh? Well, you’re in for a treat! In this lighthearted episode of This Grit and Grace Life, Darlene Brock and Julie Bender bring back an older episode where they discuss the importance of finding humor in life—and they do it by sharing several listener-submitted memes and funny phrases on topics like relationships and motherhood that …

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Siblings of EB - The Faces and Hearts of True Support 56:49

4M ago56:49

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A few episodes back we had a chance to sit down and chat with Hodges R. Caldwell Jr. - one of the most dynamic, inspiring individuals you'll ever get to know. Hodges was born in 1979 in Virginia and in his words, "looked pretty normal as a baby". At six-months old, Hodges developed a blister on his right side. Even though doctors told Hodges' mom t…

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Is My Teen Out of Control or Is This Normal? with Dr. Zoe Shaw – 232

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“Is my teen out of control, or is this normal behavior? At one point do I need to begin enforcing changes?” These questions often consume moms of teens and preteens, and on this throwback episode, Darlene Brock and Julie Bender ask psychotherapist and relationship coach Dr. Zoe Shaw for advice. Dr. Zoe discusses how to approach privacy and your tee…

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Meeting the Heroes Building Therapies for Genetic Diseases 46:14

4M ago46:14

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Matthew Gantz is President and Chief Executive Officer of Castle Creek Biosciences, Inc., and he is our guest on this amazingly informative episode. Matt is an accomplished life sciences executive with more than 25 years of experience in the specialty biopharmaceutical and medical device industries. He shares his perspective about the work and rese…

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Perfection of Imperfection | ft. Hodges R. Caldwell, Jr. 1:16:05

4M ago1:16:05

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Meet Hodges R. Caldwell Jr. - one of the most dynamic, inspiring individuals you'll ever get to know. Hodges was born in 1979 in Virginia and in his words, "looked pretty normal as a baby". At six-months old, Hodges developed a blister on his right side. Even though doctors told Hodges' mom that it would go away, it never did. It actually got bigge…

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Need to Reset, Redo or Restart This Year? Here’s How – 231 25:00

4M ago25:00

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Want to make a change in 2024? No matter what it may be, you need a path to get there. In this episode of This Grit and Grace Life, Darlene Brock and Julie Bender break down the differences between a reset, a redo, and a restart—and how to outline a plan for each—so you can chart the appropriate course for the change you want to implement. Making a…

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17 Quotes to Create the Happy Moments Mindset Every Day – 130 18:48

5M ago18:48

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year—or is it? We believe it is, but we know that stress and hardships can sometimes surface and crowd out those merry feelings. Rather than feeling swayed by the weight of those challenges, we want to help you find the good. In this episode, Darlene Brock and Julie Bender share an assortment of quotes that remin…

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Wind to Fly Higher 24:53

5M ago24:53

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What a beautiful time of the year to talk about giving the gift of support. Anne and Joe Davis are taking a moment to focus on the conversation around the needs within the EB community and the growth of this nonprofit organization. There are so many ways to champion the work including: podcast sponsorship (by season or by episode), partnerships at …

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The Journey of Hope and Connection 38:55

5M ago38:55

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Welcome to a compelling episode that takes you on an inspiring journey with Joe and Anne Davis as they passionately support the research of finding treatments and a cure for Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB). Join us on a whirlwind tour of two recent benefits - EB Research Partnership in Seattle and debra of America in Atlanta. Tune in to explore the prof…

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Faith, Hope and Love: They’re All We Need – 229 27:38

5M ago27:38

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This week, Darlene Brock and Julie Bender discuss what faith, hope, and love should look like when played out in our lives. You’ll learn how they each decided to pursue faith; how we should pour out love and gratitude back to God through the work we do and how we carry ourselves; how faith fulfills our ability to hope, which sustains us during hard…

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Strong Women Are Stronger Together—Here’s How You Can Help – 228 7:30

6M ago7:30

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Did you know that this podcast and its adjoining website, Grit and Grace Life, are run entirely by donations? That’s right—we’re not your typical media outlet! The Grit and Grace Project is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit funded by generous individuals who believe in our mission to inform and encourage women in their life journey. We believe women can prepar…

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My Alopecia Diagnosis Changed My View on Real Beauty with Ashley Johnson – 227 35:08

6M ago35:08

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We’ve all heard the adage “Beauty is more than skin deep,” but do you believe it? It doesn’t take more than five minutes scrolling Instagram or wandering the magazine newsstands to realize that the media—and, by extension, our culture—is saturated with images depicting luscious hair, dewy skin and trim figures. We live in a society that clamors for…

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Julie and Dar’s Christmas Gift Guide – 226 30:08

6M ago30:08

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It’s officially the holiday season, and we already know what’s lingering in the back of your mind—shopping for gifts. Gift-giving can be such a joyful exchange when your loved one has been casually dropping hints all year long, but what about the folks who keep mum? This is where Darlene Brock and Julie Bender come in to save the (holi-) day. In th…

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The Mom Episode 55:24

7M ago55:24

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It's Mom's turn! We're sitting down with Anne Davis, the mother of Hallie Grace, a beautiful baby girl who battled a rare and devastating condition called Junctional Epidermolysis Bullosa (JEB). Anne is sharing her deepest thoughts, struggles, milestones, ups, downs, joys and worries with us on this emotional episode. She also details the challenge…

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9 Principles to Build a Strong Marriage (Even Through the Storms) – 225 35:41

7M ago35:41

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Every couple that says “I do” desires—and anticipates—a marriage bursting at the seams with love, respect and friendship. But that only happens when each partner is willing to put in the work to get there. In this episode of This Grit and Grace Life, Darlene Brock and Julie Bender unpack 9 guidelines that every couple can use to build a strong marr…

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Are You Afraid to Speak Up When Others Disagree? – 224 33:17

7M ago33:17

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It seems as though 2020 was the impetus for division and global tensions: racial, political, health-related and more. We were faced with an unprecedented virus, and a reckoning with racial injustices that paved the way for more open-minded discussions and understanding. And yet, the uncomfortable weight of not knowing the right thing to say—or sayi…

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Life Behind the Mic with Julie and Dar – 223 32:38

8M ago32:38

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Wish you could go back in time and do something differently? We all do! Unfortunately, until time machines are manufactured, we can’t do anything about the past but reflect—and that’s often where we learn the most about who we are and where we want to go from here. This week, Darlene Brock and Julie Bender reunite after several months apart to catc…

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Become a Strong Woman While Making These 8 Pit Stops – 222 33:04

8M ago33:04

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Want to become a strong woman? It may come as a surprise that embarking on this path has more to do with leaning into your vulnerabilities and weaknesses—not the areas you excel in. In this episode, Darlene Brock and Julie Bender discuss 8 ways that you can begin your journey to becoming a strong woman, even as life’s challenges continue. Among the…

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If You Feel Alone as a Single Mom, Listen to This with Kim Breuninger – 221 44:46

9M ago44:46

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Being a single mom is challenging, and many times, moms enter this season of life unexpectedly. This was the case for Grit and Grace Life writer Kim Breuninger, who struggled with feeling responsible for her first husband’s happiness as a young married couple with three children. Disagreements weren’t uncommon as Kim tried to find a balance between…

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Get Ready to Break Free of Self-Doubt and Shame – 220 32:32

9M ago32:32

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Would you say you’re confident? Or would it be more accurate to say that you experience flickers of self-doubt now and again? If you said the latter, you’re not alone. This week, Darlene Brock and Julie Bender discuss the plague of self-doubt and shame we face as women, and how we get caught in the trap of comparison. They break down the most commo…

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Your Back to School Strategy: Life Lessons and Daily Hacks – 219

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Just like that, summer is wrapping up and the next school year is around the corner. As a mom, maybe you’re breathing a sigh of relief, knowing you’ll gain a few hours back in the day where you won’t be pestered (we get it!). Or maybe you’re a bit apprehensive—you don’t know what’s in the curriculum this year, whether your child will get along with…

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From Living on the Streets to Finding Redemption with Laila Schell – 218 49:34

10M ago49:34

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Your circumstances don’t define you. Take it from this week’s podcast guest, Laila Schell, whose upbringing was anything but conventional. In this raw narration of her life story, Laila shares how she grew up poverty-stricken, bouncing between family homes and foster care and feeling the sting of rejection from her parents. Living on the street, La…

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It’s Independence Day—Are You an Independent Woman? – 217 31:55

10M ago31:55

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Happy 4th of July! While we’re celebrating our nation’s independence and the individual freedoms over backyard cookouts and late-night fireworks, we also can’t help but wonder: What does it look like to be an independent woman? In this episode of This Grit and Grace Life, Darlene Brock and Julie Bender unpack the characteristics of an independent w…

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You Can Get to Where You Want to Be with Mignon Francois – 216 43:59

11M ago43:59

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Hardly anything is impossible. Take it from Mignon François—a speaker, entrepreneur and owner of The Cupcake Collection, a specialty cupcake business that ships nationwide—who, only a few years ago, found herself with only $5 in hand to feed her family as a single mom. On this episode of This Grit and Grace Life, Darlene Brock and Julie Bender chat…

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The Dad Episode 56:34

11M ago56:34

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On this emotionally charged episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with Joe Davis, the father of Hallie Grace, a beautiful baby girl who battled a rare and devastating condition called Junctional Epidermolysis Bullosa (JEB). Join us as we delve into Joe's personal journey and gain invaluable insights into his experience as a father to a chi…

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How Do We Embrace Truth in a Radically Shifting Culture? – 215 33:23

11M ago33:23

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We’re witnessing radical changes in our culture. Topics ranging from gender identity and sexual boundaries to living “your truth” are making both headlines and appearances in our daily life. And many times, these issues run counter to what we believe as women of faith. So how do we adapt to a shifting culture and still pursue what we know to be tru…

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Once Upon a Ball with Cindy Brown 31:31

12M ago31:31

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In this episode, Cindy Brown of All About You Entertainment joins us to share the heartwarming story of how she and Anne, Hallie Grace’s mother, crossed paths in the most unexpected way. Cindy and Anne unite with Savannah’s community to bring their dream to life—the first annual Butterfly Ball. As they dive headfirst into planning the event, Cindy …

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Is Your Man a Keeper? Here’s How to Be Sure – 214 29:09

12M ago29:09

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Are you dating someone or looking to date? Regardless of where you might be in those two categories, it’s never too late to evaluate whether your potential life partner is a keeper. In this podcast episode of This Grit and Grace Life, Darlene Brock and Julie Bender outline what characteristics you need to look out for—both the red flags and the gre…

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The Day Hallie Grace Met Hallie Grace 42:09

12M ago42:09

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In this episode, we explore the serendipitous meeting between Anne, Hallie Grace's mother, and the talented singer-songwriter who shares the same name - Hallie Grace. As they discuss the creation of the song, both Anne and Hallie express their profound gratitude and admiration for each other. The song serves as a tribute to Hallie Grace and all chi…

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Hallie Grace’s Story: The Journey of Love, Hope, and Resilience 55:34

12M ago55:34

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In the inaugural episode of the Grace, Grief and Grit Podcast, we dive into the heartbreaking yet inspiring story of Hallie Grace, a young warrior who battled Junctional Epidermolysis Bullosa (JEB). Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB), often referred to as the "worst disease you've never heard of," affects 200,000 families annually, causing severe skin frag…

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Ready to Unpack the Baggage in Your Marriage? with Rachel Hagstrom – 213 36:34

1y ago36:34

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We often hear that marriage is work—once the honeymoon phase is over, of course. And it’s true; marriage does require some adjustments and compromises. But what about the things that happened before marriage? The situations that may have taken place years ago, but the repercussions of which are still creeping into your union? Co-hosts Darlene Brock…

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Change Your Life with These Tips for Smart Living – 212 24:05

1y ago24:05

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We launched our sister project, Smart Living with Grit and Grace, a few months ago as a dedicated platform for women to exchange all the practical tips, advice and encouragement they’ve gleaned over the years. They cover everything from both heartwarming and not-so-pretty motherhood moments; how to overcome loneliness and adapt to change; the top t…

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Afraid Your Relationship with Your Daughter Can’t Thrive? with Marlys Johnson Lawry – 211 33:07

1y ago33:07

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When you think of mother-daughter relationships, the many film renditions of “Freaky Friday” might come to mind. That relationship dynamic is not at all uncommon, but maybe it’s one you’re looking to pivot from, or avoid entirely as you raise your daughter. On this episode of This Grit and Grace Life, Darlene Brock and Julie Bender welcome back Mar…

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Finding Happiness In an Unhappy World – 210 23:51

1y ago23:51

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Happiness in America is dwindling, according to a 2022 Gallup survey. There are several factors that play into this trend, but perhaps the most important question is whether we’re stuck being unhappy. Do we have to just endure? In this podcast episode, Darlene Brock and Julie Bender address the state of unhappiness that’s rippling through the world…

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The Beauty of Our Imperfect Lives with Jesus – 209 35:39

1y ago35:39

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What does it mean to follow Jesus or to say, “I am a Christian?” With the recent Asbury Revival igniting new conversations around faith, Darlene Brock and Julie Bender decided to share the highs and lows of their individual faith journeys and getting to know Jesus. Darlene grew up in a strict church environment with a lot of rules, while Julie’s Me…

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My Parents’ Murder-Suicide and the Road to Forgiveness with Tracy Brandt – 208 44:28

1y ago44:28

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How do you forgive the unforgiveable? This week’s guest, Tracy Brandt, did just that after losing her parents to murder-suicide: Her father took her mother’s life, just before taking his own. Tracy joins Darlene Brock and Julie Bender to share details of the dysfunctional and tumultuous upbringing that preceded the loss of her parents. They fought …

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Our Duty to Celebrate Racial Diversity as Women of Faith – 207 23:34

1y ago23:34

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“Are you approaching people the way God would want you to?” It’s an important question posed by Darlene Brock and Julie Bender in this podcast episode. This week, they continue the conversation from the previous episode, where Grit and Grace Life writer Allison McCormick, a biracial woman married to a Black man, shared her perspective on race relat…

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Racism—How Can We Help Fight It? with Allison McCormick – 206 32:15

1+ y ago32:15

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There is an undeniable tension that exists when dealing with race in our world today. So when it comes to having those hard conversations and arriving at a place of better understanding each other, many people don’t know where—or how—to start. Longtime Grit and Grace Life team writer Allison McCormick joins Darlene and Julie this week to share her …

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