Do you ever wonder why we named our podcast Smart Living with Grit and Grace? Or what "grit and grace" actually means when used in tandem? Maybe you're just curious to know how smart living can change your life.

Darlene and Julie are taking it back to the basics in this episode, chatting through the origin story of our nonprofit, Grit and Grace Life, and the mission God placed on Darlene's heart to create a space where women could feel seen and encouraged and gain wisdom through life's highs and lows by hearing other women's stories.

They also break down what we mean by the phrases "smart living" and "grit and grace," defining and unpacking the intention behind each word. Whether you're new to our wonderful, welcoming side of the internet or you've been around with us for the last 10 years, we hope this episode re-centers your understanding not only of why Grit and Grace Life exists, but how the literal values of "grit" and "grace" can shift the way you experience the world as a woman of faith.
Quote of the episode:
“It’s in us; that innate grit is in women, and we want to break that out, encourage it, mold it, and allow it to shine.”—Julie Bender
Resources
Related

* "Beginning Faith: Walking This Life with Grit, Grace, and God"
* "Bible Verses from the Grit and Grace Team on Grace"
* "A Woman's Grit Is Her Best Asset for Success"

Mentioned

* Check out the Smart Living book series here!
* Check our some of our most popular articles below:

* "How Do I Know What Defines Me?"
* "5 Ways I Learned to Love My Middle-Aged Body"
* "Annoyed by Interruptions? My Trick for Welcoming Them"
* "How to Practice Peace When the World Feels Chaotic"
* "Do You Feel Abandoned by God?"



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