Why does getting what you want sometimes feel so wrong? You finally speak up, advocate for yourself, and even win —but instead of feeling victorious, you’re hit with guilt, second-guessing, or a sudden urge to backtrack. What is up with that? Well, in this episode, I’m sharing a real-life situation that left me wondering ... why asking for what I want feels so uncomfortable why getting what I want can feel so much worse than just going with the flow, and how this is all tangled up with people-pl...
Mar 04, 2025•19 min
Do you sometimes get caught up in the cycle of feeling ‘not enough’? If so, you’re not alone! In this episode, Amy Carroll returns as my guest co-host, and we get real about the questions of “enough-ness” that so many of us wrestle with, especially as Highly Sensitive Christian Women. In this deeply personal conversation, Amy opens her heart around the worry Am I enough? while I share my life-long struggles with wondering Am I DOING enough? Throughout this episode, you’ll discover practical ways...
Feb 11, 2025•32 min
Are you the person everyone turns to — because you’re the peacemaker, the caregiver, the one who always says yes — but deep down you’re running on empty ? In this honest and hope-filled conversation, guest co-host Danielle Grosse explores "the Heart of a Helper" and helps us understand why those of us who love to serve often struggle to receive. She shares why it’s so difficult to admit when we need help, how we can let others pour back into us, and what happens when we finally give ourselves pe...
Feb 04, 2025•28 min
Have you ever had someone tell you, “You’re just imagining things,” or “It can’t be that loud” (or that bright or that itchy)? If you’re a Highly Sensitive Person, you’ve been there . Other people’s reactions to your heightened perceptions can feel isolating, even invalidating. But your experiences aren’t wrong; they’re uniquely yours. So in this episode, we’re looking at how our DNA shapes the way we sense and respond to the world and what that means for those of us who are HSPs. We’re also tal...
Jan 28, 2025•18 min
Have you ever felt crushed under the weight of a mistake, convinced it’s too big to fix? Whether it’s a literal mess or a relational misstep, we often respond by piling on guilt, shame, and endless self-blame. But what if there’s another way? In this episode, I share the story of a literal spill that led to a deep reflection on responsibility, self-blame, and the gift of grace. We’ll talk about how to figure out what’s actually yours to own, how to stop beating yourself up for every little thing...
Jan 21, 2025•15 min
Do you ever feel hesitant to speak up for yourself? Today we’re taking a deep dive into the messy and rewarding realities of candid communication ! From navigating subtle hints to standing firm in your voice, guest co-host Amy Carroll and I share personal stories, practical insights, and a paradigm shift that caught me off-guard. You'll discover why “ clarity is kind ,” learn how to balance honesty with grace, and gain tips for approaching even the toughest conversations with confidence. Listen ...
Jan 15, 2025•38 min
Do you love dreaming, brainstorming, and making big plans … but then get completely stuck when it’s time to actually #DoTheThing? As the year wraps up, it’s easy to look back at 2024 and feel disappointed (and maybe even guilty ) over all the things you meant to do but didn’t quite get to. Friend, you are not alone! HSPs often stall out when the details become overwhelming or resistance starts creeping in. So in this episode, we're talking about why this happens, how procrastination might actual...
Dec 17, 2024•32 min
Have you ever found yourself dreading holiday travel, parties, and programs — while everyone around you seems sooo excited? For many of us, all the seasonal festivities can quickly become an overwhelming avalanche of stress, overstimulation, and exhaustion. And then, we end up feeling guilty for not being able to “just roll with it” … or even ashamed that we can’t focus on “the reason for the season.” So today, we’re exploring: why travel and big events can take such a huge toll on us how past c...
Dec 10, 2024•25 min•Ep. 281
Have you ever felt like your big heart and deep emotions are both a gift and a challenge? If you’ve struggled with burnout — or wondered how to make a difference without losing yourself — this conversation is for you. Today's guest co-host, Dorcas Cheng-Tozun, shares how to ... use your emotional intensity and empathy as strengths … care for yourself while caring for others … and serve others in ways that don’t leave you utterly depleted. Listen in for truly practical tips on setting boundaries,...
Dec 03, 2024•43 min•Ep. 280
During holidays, many of us feel the bittersweet tension between joy and grief … especially when there’s an empty chair at the table. This week's guest co-host, Cheri Fletcher, is here to share a glimpse into her journey through the uncharted territory of grief after losing her beloved daughter Annie more than a year ago. She offers candid encouragement and practical tools to help us honor our loved ones, navigate heavy emotions, and hold space for mourning and meaningful connections. So whether...
Nov 26, 2024•41 min•Ep. 279
Have you ever felt like a failure at gratitude? Like no matter how many lists you make or journals you keep, this whole “giving thanks” thing (which seems to work for everyone else) just doesn’t “work” for you? In this episode, Cheri Gregory and Lori Margo discuss why typical gratitude practices can fall flat, and introduce a fresh, faith-filled alternative: “Tracking God.” This simple yet powerful approach helps you notice God’s presence in deeply personal ways, even in the hardest moments. Tun...
Nov 19, 2024•25 min•Ep. 278
Are you tired of tying yourself into a pretzel just to prove you're not “high maintenance”? In this episode of Grit ‘n’ Grace — The Podcast for Highly Sensitive Christian Women, Cheri Gregory shares three simple but life-changing habits to help you stop merely surviving and start truly thriving as a Highly Sensitive Person. Learn how to stop force-fitting yourself, discover what genuinely works for you, and find assurance in the custom-tailored care of Jesus. Let’s move beyond the overwhelm and ...
Nov 13, 2024•13 min
Have you spent your life hearing, “You’re just TOO sensitive?” Are you tired of the overthinking, overwhelm, and exhaustion that come with being a highly sensitive person (HSP)? Ready to stop worrying that something’s wrong with you and start understanding and nurturing yourself as an HSP? Welcome to Grit ‘n’ Grace—The Podcast for Highly Sensitive Christian woman. Your safe haven. I’m your host, Cheri Gregory. I'm an author, speaker, coach, and founder of the Sensitive & Strong Community Cafe. E...
Nov 01, 2024•2 min
What happens when you step away from what you thought defined you? In this heartfelt episode, Cheri and Amy reunite for their 2024 “Catch-Up Convo,” sharing their personal journeys of transformation over the past 14 months. Amy opens up about leaving behind vocational ministry to dive into a completely new real estate adventure, while Cheri reflects on the power of self-compassion in difficult seasons. Together, they discuss finding joy in unexpected places, letting go of old identities, and emb...
Oct 30, 2024•39 min•Season 1Ep. 276
Do you ever feel like "It's just too late" — to get un-stuck or to start something new? Cheri and Amy are here to remind you that fresh starts and new adventures are always possible—no matter where you are in life. In this episode, they explore the joys of letting go, lifelong learning, and making room for what truly brings you joy. You'll hear stories of stepping out of comfort zones, setting bold boundaries, and embracing the idea that it’s never too late to begin again. Join them for a heartw...
Oct 23, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 275
Do you ever watch other women start living big new adventures and wonder, “How does she do that?” In this lively episode, Kathi Lipp shares her unexpected journey from city life to becoming an "accidental homesteader" on 33 acres of wilderness. Kathi opens up about how a series of "what if" moments led her to embrace adventure, grit, and a new way of life. Whether it's raising chickens or building a greenhouse, Kathi encourages listeners to step out in faith, take small risks, and see how God us...
Oct 16, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 274
Christian women are often told that being "too emotional" is a weakness, but what if our emotions are actually a source of strength? In this episode, Cheri and Amy debunk that myth, diving into an honest conversation about buoying life’s heaviest moments with the promises of God. Reflecting on their interview with Michele Cushatt, they explore how naming and sitting with our hard emotions Debunking the ‘Too Emotional’ Myth actually builds resilience and deepens faith. If you’ve ever felt like yo...
Oct 09, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 273
Feeling overwhelmed by grief or big emotions? In this second half of our interview, Michele Cushatt — author of A Faith that Will Not Fail: 10 Practices to Build Up Your Faith When Your World Is Falling Apart — discusses why it's so important to actually feel your feelings, especially during hard seasons. With humor and raw honesty, Michele offers practical, down-to-earth tips for dealing with those big emotions while trusting God’s heart for healing and restoration. Get full notes and a transcr...
Oct 03, 2024•23 min•Season 1Ep. 272
Feeling like your faith is hanging by a thread? Michele Cushatt returns to share the heart behind her book, A Faith That Will Not Fail . Michele dives deep into the power of lament, vulnerability, and how we can truly support each other without slipping into toxic positivity. If you’re facing tough times, this episode is packed with encouragement and hope to help you hold on. Get full notes and a transcript at: gritngracegirls.com/episode271...
Sep 27, 2024•23 min•Season 1Ep. 271
Grit ‘n’ Grace is baaaaaaaack! After a year-long hiatus, Cheri and Amy return for a much-needed catch-up convo. In this episode, they dive into what they’ve missed most, how life has changed, and the big lessons God has been teaching them. Amy opens up about navigating major transitions, while Cheri reflects on finding breathing room after seasons of chaos. With laughter, vulnerability, and wisdom, they share how God is at work in the mess. Tune in for a heartfelt and encouraging reunion! Get fu...
Sep 20, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 270
The saying is true. All good things do come to an end. In this last planned episode of Grit 'n' Grace, Cheri and Amy talk about lessons they've learned about ending well and the biggest personal changes they've experienced through the Grit 'n' Grace years. There are some big lightbulb moments in this episode! Listen to the very end to learn how to keep in touch with Cheri and Amy. Grit 'n' Grace is wrapping up, but your connection with them doesn't have to end!
Jul 28, 2022•47 min•Season 1Ep. 269
When we're going through uncertain times, just keeping ourselves afloat can feel like a challenge. It's counterintuitive to believe that uncertainty can be a pathway to our greatest influence. Yet, that's exactly what we see in the book of Esther. With co-authors of the Esther study, Amy Carroll and Lynn Cowell, Cheri discusses four biblical steps that can lead us to influence in our most difficult days.
Jul 11, 2022•26 min•Season 1Ep. 268
Let's be honest: It's difficult to love, know, and serve an invisible God. It's especially hard in uncertain times when He's nowhere in sight ... when He seems to have vanished. In today's episode, Cheri is the sole interviewer, digging for solutions to this dilemma with Amy Carroll and Lynn Cowell, co-authors of the new study, Esther: Seeing Our Invisible God in an Uncertain World . We're not the only women who have faced this challenge, so listen in for some ancient and reliable truths!...
Jul 03, 2022•30 min
It's uncomfortable to be in a strange season, one in which your reality looks very different than your peers'. It can happen early in life when everyone else is moving into dorms while you go to work. Or later, when you're raising grandchildren while your friends are having their passports stamped. No matter the stage of life, you can have hope and purpose in your strange season. Cheri and Amy discuss the difficulties and unexpected gifts we find when our lives take a turn we never expected....
Jun 28, 2022•28 min
When grandparents take on the job of parenting grandchildren, a mix of blessing and challenge ensues. From the rich resource of personal experience, Rick Johnson, author of When Grandparents Become Parents , shares a dose of hope for all involved in this tricky parenting model. If you're a grandparent that's parenting your grandchild or love someone who is, tune in today for words of encouragement that you can absorb and share.
Jun 20, 2022•25 min
Feeling alone in the chaos and stress of your life? We understand! Yet, everyone has seasons that it's hard to harness the happy that we're promised. In today's episode, Cheri and Amy dig deep into the obstacles to "heart happy" and ways to overcome them. You'll hear both practical tips and deep spiritual practices that will help you draw closer to God for the happy He has to give.
Jun 13, 2022•31 min
When you're at the end of your rope, is happiness possible? Tricia Goyer, author of Heart Happy: Staying Centered in God's Love Through Chaotic Circumstances , found a secret to happiness at one of her lowest points. In today's episode, she shares that her life, just like ours, has had some painful challenges, but happiness has intersected those seasons in beautifully unexpected ways. Tune in to tap into a truth that we can all benefit from!
Jun 05, 2022•31 min
It's coming. There will be a day when others misunderstand you. What then? Cheri and Amy discuss strategies to handle being misunderstood so that we aren't devastated when it happens. We can learn from being misunderstood and come out stronger on the other side!
May 30, 2022•38 min
Being misunderstood is the worst. The Worst . If you've been in that circumstance, you're in good company, and your story isn't over. Mary DeMuth, author of The Most Misunderstood Women of the Bible , unpacks the lessons she learned as she studied the scriptural stories of ten real-life women. This episode is full of mic-drop moments when Cheri and Amy were left with tears in their eyes and jaws on the floor.
May 23, 2022•27 min
Shadia Hrichi, author of Worthy of Love , knows what it's like to feel unworthy. An abortion early in her life left her believing that she was unqualified to serve God, but He didn't leave her in that untruth. Hear how Shadia, now a powerful Bible teacher, ended her silent suffering and experienced healing. Her saving grace can be yours too!
May 17, 2022•26 min
