Darlene and Julie sit down to explain the tenets of this website and this community—grit and grace—and how they both contribute to our ability to live as strong women. You’ll discover that it’s a balance of our innate nurturing spirit and the fortitude to press on through life’s challenges.
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Every New Years is a cause for celebration, but this year was a special exception—2020 finally ended! After 12 long months of masks, political tension, and social strife, we welcome 2021 with open arms. Because of that, Darlene and Julie encourage you to embrace the old adage, “Carpe Diem.” Tune in to podcast episode 154 to seize the day…or month… or the entire year!
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Whether you’re a spender or a saver, it never hurts to have a discussion on finances. In podcast episode 153, New York Times bestselling author and finance specialist Rachel Cruze discusses how our childhood dreams, fears, and goals impacts our current spending habits—and how to curb the bad ones.
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When your kids are yelling at each other, making messes and refusing to listen to you, it takes every ounce of energy to keep your cool! Another frustrated mom wrote in to licensed psychologist, Dr. Zoe Shaw, with a plea for advice on how to raise her kids positively amid the chaos.
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With the close of what most of us can agree was not the best year (looking at you, 2020!), comes a new year ripe with opportunities. Whether you’re ready for a different job or an escape from an unfulfilling relationship, Darlene and Julie chat about why it’s the perfect time to reset, think about what you need to leave behind, and change the trajectory of your life.
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Although we’re all different, every woman experiences the same thoughts and feelings of anxiety, self-worth, confidence, and purpose, among hundreds of others! Listen to some of the women behind This Grit and Grace Life as they chat about the seasons of life they’ve walked through before, or are experiencing now. It’s great to know that there are others who share our journeys, and we’re never totally alone.
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Life as a woman is rewarding, but no success is won without its fair share of challenges. Grit and Grace Life is a community of strong women who offer their life experiences and wisdom in every aspect of life: motherhood, careers, relationships, faith and much more. There’s something for everyone, on every topic. We hope you’ll find answers or encouragement as you scroll through our articles, and that you may just be inspired to share your own story.
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How well do you know Darlene and Julie? Who do you pin as being more creative, or more on-time? Put your knowledge to the test during the fourth episode of this five-part mini series of “Who Is More Likely?”
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How well do you know Darlene and Julie? Can you guess who is more tech-savvy? Do you know which of the podcast co-hosts is the goofier one off-camera? Put your knowledge to the test during the fifth and final episode of this “Who Is More Likely?” mini series.
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How well do you know Darlene and Julie? Can you guess who would would bring home an abandoned puppy or kitten? (The answer might surprise you!) Put your knowledge to the test during the third episode of this five-part mini series of “Who Is More Likely?”
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How well do you know Darlene and Julie? Can you guess who would win an eating contest and who would run away to join a circus? Put your knowledge to the test during the second episode of this five-part mini series of “Who Is More Likely?”
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We’re told that we should forgive those who have hurt us. But when the pain is so severe, are we expected to just forgive and forget? Hannah Cox, one of the writers for Grit and Grace Life, shares her thoughts on forgiveness as surrendering our feelings to God. She discusses what forgiveness isn’t, and how we can practically seek it in our lives. Read Hannah’s article on forgiveness here: You Will Heal When You Look at Forgiveness This Way
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How well do you know Grit and Grace Life? Did you know, for instance, that we have more than 1,500 articles on our website, written by nearly 200 women across the globe? Darlene and Julie throw some more facts your way in a 90-second countdown, but the clock runs down quickly! There’s a lot more to discover about this community of strong women here.
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We’re faced with decisions everyday. Some are small, while others can drastically change our lives: “Should I move for this job opportunity?” “Should I end this relationship?” There’s usually no clear-cut answer, and we might find ourselves wasting time as we procrastinate or weigh out the pros and cons. In this episode, Darlene and Julie outline five questions to ask yourself to help you quickly narrow down your priorities and take action.
The onset of the pandemic flipped the world upside down and changed our lives in so many ways, including our relationships. We were told that we needed to socially distance and stay home, and were relegated to seeing our family and friends through a screen. We’re thankful for the ability to maintain contact with our loved ones, but months of isolation take a toll on our innate desire for real social interaction. Although we’re still playing it safe, Darlene and Julie want to share how you can still build community with other strong women.
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Inspiring women (and inspirational women!) is what Grit and Grace Life is all about! We believe that every woman has life experiences, lessons she’s learned or stories to tell that will encourage the women around us and guide them in their own journeys. Darlene and Julie talk more on that in this episode, and how you can use your own life story to positively impact someone else.
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You’ll often hear Julie reference Darlene’s Albert Einstein statue in episodes of This Grit and Grace Life. The scientific genius isn’t alone. Peeking into Darlene’s office is a little bit like a game of I Spy that instruct you to find a small flying pig and a lipsticked fish with a large pucker. These and other unique trinkets and items offer a glimpse into the life of our founder and podcast co-host. You’ll want to see what else you can spot!
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