Growth & Grace

If you've ever felt stuck or hit a plateau, then this episode is for you. So often we spend so much time and energy spinning our wheels, doing the same thing over and over again, but we're not making progress! I had an aha moment a few weeks again, and I'm sharing it with you in this episode!  www.amberleagray.com   

Ever feel like you are not good enough? Think your success is just by chance? Don't give yourself credit for your accomplishments? Constantly waiting for the other shoe to drop? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you might be struggling with imposter syndrome. 7 out of 10 adults experience imposter syndrome at one time or another. In this episode, I unpack a definition and then lay out some practical tips for overcoming imposter syndrome.  www.amberleagray.com

Our culture tells us that hustle is just part of life. If you want to be successful, then you have to hustle. Honestly, I'm not here for it! In today's episode, I unpack the significance of urgency in our decision-making process. We spend so much time and energy on things that keep us busy but prevent us from making progress. Let's stop hustling! www.amberleagray.com  

This week the world has watched as US gymnast, Simone Biles, has prioritized her mental health on the world stage. I don't know if it gets better than the Olympics! It has stirred a lot of good conversation, and I'm starting to see a shift in our culture. In today's episode, I give you a few questions to ask and answer to gauge your current mental health!  www.amberleagray.com

A lot of people confuse empathy with sympathy, and I believe that empathy makes you a better human. It cultivates compassion. It values stories. It sees humanity. Ultimately, empathy can transform the world. In today's episode, I talk about the difference between empathy and sympathy before unpacking why empathy is important. www.amberleagray.com

On Today's episode of the podcast, I have a HUGE announcement! I'm also unpacking something that I have been trying the last few weeks, and it works! It's all about building momentum by starting small. I often have an all-or-nothing mindset. It keeps me stuck! If you experience something similar, this episode is for you!  www.amberleagray.com

Working on our self-esteem and dealing with self-doubt can be a lifelong journey. There are seasons where we might struggle more than others, and I've had multiple conversations lately with people looking for advice. So in today's episode, I'm going to give some really practical tips on how we can build our self-esteem!  www.amberleagray.com

Your thoughts have power, and whether you know it or now... you already have affirmations. In today's episode, I'm unpacking what affirmations are, why are they important, and how to figure out what affirmation is right for you!  Head over to www.amberleagray.com to grab your Write Your Own Affirmation Worksheet!  www.amberleagray.com/121

Hey! I think it's time for a pep talk! This season has been hard. We need to pat ourselves on the back, encourage one another and celebrate the wins no matter how small. I'm so proud of you!  www.amberleagray.com

I've heard the word gaslighting thrown around in casual conversation the last few months, and I think it is important to know what we are talking about! So in today's episode, I'm sharing some signs that you're experiencing gaslighting and some practical examples of what gaslighting can look like! Gaslighting is a form of psychological abuse and makes you question everything. Push play to learn more!  www.amberleagray.com

The 2021 trend is to have a #hotgirlsummer and honestly, I'm all about it! But what if we also had a Happy Girl Summer?! In this episode, I unpack some tips of things we can do this summer to cultivate more JOY in our lives! After this last year, we need as much joy as we can get. www.amberleagray.com

On today's episode of the Growth & Grace podcast, I'm sharing with you a sermon that I preached last Sunday. Listen in as we unpack a passage from the Gospel of John. We talk about God's love for the world, the incarnation, the mystery of the Spirit, and the reality of questions in the midst of faith. Life is a journey. It is an honor to travel with you.  www.amberleagray.com 

Boundaries are essential to your mental health. This is the third episode in a three-week series about boundaries. I have unpacked what both healthy and unhealthy boundaries look like, and today we are getting practical. How do we set boundaries?!  www.amberleagray.com 

It's Mental Health Awareness Month! When I thought about what I wanted to focus on this month, I knew it had to be boundaries. This is the first of a 3 week series on boundaries! Healthy boundaries are essential for good mental health. Today I'm unpacking what healthy boundaries look like. Take some time to really think about where these might be present in your life!  www.amberleagray.com 

It's Mental Health Awareness Month! When I thought about what I wanted to focus on this month, I knew it had to be boundaries. This is the first of a 3 week series on boundaries! Healthy boundaries are essential for good mental health. Today I'm unpacking what unhealthy boundaries look like. Take some time to really think about where these might be present in your life!  www.amberleagray.com 

We're kicking off mental health awareness month talking about microaggressions. Why? Because what we do and say matters. What we say and do has an impact on other people. I share some of my own journey, unpack what microaggressions are, and give some really practical examples.  www.amberleagray.com 

Y'all, this has been a hard season for so many of us. So if you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health; this episode is for you. It is just the pep talk with a splash of practical tips that you need!  www.amberleagray.com 

Denial is a coping mechanism. Denial keeps us stuck. They say that admitting you have a problem is the first step of recovery... but what if you don't know you have a problem at all? How do we identify those blind spots? In today's episode, I talk about 10 signs that you might be in denial, and how that is holding you back from the life you want.  www.amberleagray.com 

If you've been following me for a while, then you know I'm passionate about Empowerment work. For me, empowerment is more than just a pep talk. It is a transformation. It is taking ownership in your own life, and doing the dang thing! Today I talk about where empowerment comes from, especially in circumstances when you feel the opposite -- when you feel powerless. www.amberleagray.com www.instagram.com/amber.lea.gray

In today's episode, I'm doing something I rarely do on podcast.  I'm sharing a sermon I preached last week, an Easter sermon. Why? Because I wrote this sermon with you in mind! Life has been hard. People are struggling. More than anything right now we need a word of hope. Here the Good News!  www.amberleagray.com