Growth & Grace

The week on the Growth & Grace Podcast I'm giving you permission to say no to good things. DO WHAT?! Yes, you read that right. This is a pep talk to get you motivated to invest in the things that matter. It has been an ah ha moment in my own life recently, and I think you need to hear this too!  www.amberleagray.com

Unpopular Opinion: You don't have to hustle to find success! Today I unpack a concept that breaks down this hustle mindset that keeps us in a sense of urgency. If we want to achieve our goals, we have to take back control of how we spend our time! I drop some truth bombs in this episode that will help you get on the right track.  www.amberleagray.com   

Have you ever told yourself, I work better under pressure?! Unpopular opinion: it's not true! It's not that you work better under pressure... it's that you actually work. In this episode I unpack why we procrastinate and some tips on how to beat it! If you want to be more productive, then this is the podcast for you!  www.amberleagray.com www.instagram.com/amber.lea.gray    

Change your beliefs and change you life. Being able to identify your core beliefs is key to self awareness. Once we are able to start to identify our thought patterns, then we can get to the root of what is holding us back. If you want to achieve the life you dream about, thens start here!  www.amberleagray.com www.instagram.com/amber.lea.gray  

The benefits of breathing properly that I outline in this episode will blow your mind! People have told me for years how important it is to breathe properly, but it wasn't until recently that decided to really focus on my own breathing. Y'all, it was like an instant stress relief! I felt more focused and alert. Seriously, give it a try!  P.s. Listen all the way to the end for a little breathing exercise!  www.amberleagray.com 

Whether you need to forgive someone or you are the one who needs to be forgiven, it is a long, hard road. Forgiveness is one of those things that impacts all human beings. Part of the human experience, is learning to love, live and forgive...only to love, live and forgive all over again. If you have wondered what the process of forgiveness looks like or know that you need to be set free from a past experience, then this episode is for you!  www.amberleagray.com www.instagram.com/amber.lea.gray  

We are not getting where we want to go, but we don't know why! It seems like life is going well for everyone else...am I right? Have you thought this to yourself? The reality is, we get in our own way. We self-sabotage and it keeps us from achieving the life we dream about. In this episode, I unpack 3 ways that you might be self-sabotaging. Let me tell you, I needed to hear them! I think they will speak to you as well!  www.amberleagray.com www.instagram.com/amber.lea.gray

I met with my spiritual director today and she said two things that really rocked my world. So much that I hit record on a podcast last minute to share with you guys! If you are struggling with discernment, finding your focus or weeding through the pressure of expectations, then I think this episode will really hit home!  www.amberleagray.com www.instagram.com/amber.lea.gray   

Want to be happier? Want healthier relationships? Want to sleep better? Need more energy? Practicing gratitude might be the best place to start! And it costs you nothing! Seriously y'all, it's science!  In today's episode we define what practicing gratitude is, share the benefits and finally lay out the 'how to' guide!  www.amberleagray.com www.instagram.com/amber.lea.gray 

You know who I'm talking about. They suck the energy right out of the room and are always focused on the negative! Their problems become your problems and you feel stuck. We all have these people in our lives either by choice or by circumstance. When that happens, what do you do?! That's what this episode is all about!  We talk through how to identify toxic people and then 3 things you do can if you find yourself in surrounded by toxic people or in a toxic situation.  www.amberleagray.com www.instagram.com/amber.lea.gray    

Do you struggle with racing thoughts? Do you feel like you can't shut off your brain? Are you consumed with worry? Thought Stopping is a technique can can make a WORLD OF DIFFERENCE in your life. In this episode we talk about what thought stopping is and how exactly to do it!  www.amberleagray.com for freebies!  www.instagram.com/amber.lea.gray   

Y'all, this episode is so jam packed with GOOD stuff! Setting healthy boundaries is one of the foundations of health relationships, but what does that look like? How do I know if my boundaries are healthy or not? What if I feel like I don't have a choice?!  Having healthy boundaries frees up your life for more of what you love. It makes your more productive. It helps you know your priorities. It is essential in healthy relationships! I talk about all that and more in today's episode! Let's get started!  www.amberleagray.com www.instagram.com/amber.lea.gray  

I hear you! You want change, you know something is missing, you are longing for something more, but you have NO IDEA where to start! Today I'm walking you through a step by step process on how to jumpstart you into figuring out what you want to change in you life.  Seriously y'all, it doesn't get more practical than this! I promise, you're going to want to listen to this episode!  www.instagram.com/amber.lea.gray

Y'all, it's summer time and we are being bombarded with photos of all the vacations. Who else is jealous of all the beach pics?! We want to plan our own trip, but are not sure if it's in the budget. I hear you! Well, don't put up your suitcase just yet.Today I'm sharing some of my best tips on saving a little $$$ while you travel!  www.instagram.com/amber.lea.gray

Y'all, let's be honest. Making friends is hard, especially as an adult. Especially as an adult living in this digital world. We long for a sense of belonging, real community...but how do we get it?! We are living a time where we can literally grocery shop on our phones without ever talking to a person. Is this real life?!  In this episode we define what REAL community is, unpack our digital world, and lay out some practical tips on how to get where we want to go. 

Based on countless conversations, I believe that one of the things holding people back is not believing their story matters. The world has tried to convince us that we have to have fancy things and luxury vacations to be interesting. It is NOT true. People want to know they are not alone in their daily struggles.  Share you story.  It matters.  Here's a little pep talk. 

We are finishing up our series for Mental Health Awareness Month, we've unpacked some heavy stuff! There will definitely be more episodes in the future covering topics we haven't talked about yet, but I wanted to make sure that Today's episode could speak right to the heart of those struggling. So if you're struggling or if you know someone who is struggling, then this episode is for you!  www.amberleagray.com  Instagram: @amber.lea.gray

We are smack dab in the little of our series for Mental Health Awareness Month! Today we are talking about body image and self-esteem. These are two super personal topics, but they are also two of the most important! In this episode we dive into the real definitions, unpack some scary statistics and discuss the ways that body image and self esteem impact our daily life.  www.amberleagray.com www.instagram.com/amber.lea.gray

Every person on the planet experiences shame. We know what it feels like, but we have a really hard time describing it much less overcoming it. In today's episode, we are unpacking shame. I was in shock when I learned how much shame can impact a person's life. I share a couple personal stories, and give some practical tips on how to work through shame. This episode is SOO good y'all. So many nuggets of information that can help you or a friend!  www.amberleagray.com www.instagram.com/amber.lea.gray  

Let's talk Mental Health...like let's really talk. May is Mental Health Awareness Month and we are chatting about all the things. Today's episode takes a closer look at Depression. What is depression? How do we identify it? What do we do if we or someone we know is struggling with depression? It's time that we kick stigma to the curb and get honest.  The Suicide Prevention Hotline Number is:1-800-273-8255 Follow me on instagram at: www.instagram.com/amber.lea.gray