Growth & Grace

This is the first episode in a series we are going to do the entire month of May for Mental Health Awareness Month. It is important for us to acknowledge where we are and how we got there before we can really get to work on where we want to go.  This episode is mostly pep talk with a sprinkle of practical tip. Girl, you are enough. You have enough. It will take work, but you are worth it!

You have a client meeting in 10 minutes and you're stuck in traffic. Your car breaks down the week rent is due. You realize you have more items on your to-do list than any human could possibly accomplish. The dishes are piling up, everyone is asking what’s for dinner and you haven’t had a moment to yourself in days. Sound familiar? STRESS! Stress can seriously impact your physical and emotional health. *personal story alert* So this episode dives into 5 practical things that you can do right now to reduce stress! 

We live in a culture that puts a lot of pressure on us to be successful, and for decades that has looked like picking a job and sticking with it long enough to climb the corporate ladder. Things are changing. We don't have to be stuck in job we hate, and a degree we choose when we were 18 years old doesn't have to determine our forever. It's okay to change your mind.  In this episode I share some of my own struggle and ah-ha moments of what it's like to be multi-passionate. Spoiler Alert: I love it! 

Everyone is talking about affirmations, but what they heck are they? Why are they important? How did I figure out what affirmation is right for me. This episode dives into all of those questions and more!  Head over to www.amberleagray.com to grab you Write Your Own Affirmation Worksheet! 

I've had a lot of conversations over the last few weeks with women who want more and who are dreaming big, but they just feel stuck! So if that sounds familiar, then this episode is for you! I will unpack my top 3 Reason You're Stuck! I really think they will resonate with you, I know they hit home for me!  Want to learn more or grab a freebie of 5 Journaling Prompts to Self Discovery, then head over to my website www.amberleagray.com 

Trust me, I get it. Life is hard. We take one step forward and two steps back. We feel like a hamster on a wheel, never getting anywhere. And don't even get me started on the comparison game. I'm here today to give you a little pep talk! Your current situation is not your final destination, and you have come so far. Yes you might not be where you want to be, but that is okay. Show yourself a little grace!    Website: www.amberleagray.com  Instagram: @amber.lea.gray  

How to dream big and achieve it! That sounds like a tall order! I've been doing a lot of personal work on this lately, and I've come to realize that everyone is their mom is talking about dreaming big...but NO ONE is talking about how to do that! What is the difference in a dream and a hope or goal? How do I actually start working towards achieving those dreams?  This episode in an introduction to how to dream big, identify those dreams and start the journey towards achieving them.  If you want to learn more about me and the podcast, then check out my website www.amberleagray.com 

I've come to realize that what you do first thing in the morning impacts the rest of your day. Having a routine that helps you focus, get your body moving and start from a place of gratitude can make all the difference. In this episode, I talk about 9 things that you can incorporate into your morning routine to set you up for success!  Disclaimer: This is not a super complex, drawn out production. These are all practical things that you can start TOMORROW!  Website For Freebies: www.amberleagray.com  Instagram: www.instagram.com/amber.lea.gray Growth & Grace FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/276641129653000/

Welcome to the first episode! *cue confetti* I'm so excited that you're starting this journey for me! I want this podcast and community to be a place of both growth & grace!    Hi, I'm Amber Lea! I'm an empowerment coach, photographer, and storyteller who believes that change take courage -- and a little hard work! This podcast is going to be a place of pep talks and practical tips to help you find joy, purpose and achieve the life you dream about! I have both a Master's in Counseling and a Master's of Divinity that inform my worldview. I'm a multi-passionate entrepreneur who believes in the power of honest conversation and real community!     Don't forget to subscribe!