The Grit & Grace Podcast

Dana Lyons

Real Women. Real Conversations. Full Lives.  Because no one's just wearing one hat, and these women are here to talk about all of it.  Hosted by Dana Lyons, The Grit & Grace Podcast brings you real, unfiltered conversations with women who are leading, building, navigating change, and living busy, multi-faceted lives. These aren't just interviews. They're honest, life-giving conversations about what it means to show up with faith, courage, and purpose, through every season and assignment.  From building businesses without losing yourself, to balancing marriage, motherhood, and ambition, to walking through menopause and midlife shifts with boldness and grace, this podcast is for women who are done living small.  What you'll hear: –Bold steps outside comfort zones –Stories of reinvention, risk, and renewal –Career pivots, personal growth, and purpose-driven leadership –Faith-forward wisdom for navigating business and life –The messy, meaningful behind-the-scenes that don't make it to Instagram–but    matter the most.  If you're looking for insight, encouragement, and the kind of truth that doesn't need a filter, you're in the right place.  Hit play. We're just getting started. 

  1. 1d ago

    Know Your Worth, Build Confidence & Be Authentically You | Grit & Grace | #27

    Have you ever wondered what it really means to be yourself, to know your worth, trust your values, and live with the courage to become the person you were created to be? In this episode of The Grit & Grace Podcast, Dana is joined by Jackie and Lori for an honest, encouraging conversation about confidence, self-worth, authenticity, personal growth, leadership, faith, integrity, purpose, and the power of community. Whether you're listening on your favorite podcast app, watching the full conversation on YouTube, or searching for encouragement on your journey of personal development, this episode will challenge you to stop letting other people's opinions define your identity and start living confidently from the inside out. Together, Dana, Jackie, and Lori explore what it looks like to live authentically, know your value, make decisions rooted in your personal values, and build confidence through everyday choices. They also talk about how our actions shape our reputation and personal brand, why meaningful relationships matter, and how strong communities can help us grow into better leaders and better versions of ourselves. In this episode, we discuss: • Knowing your worth without constantly seeking approval • Building confidence and overcoming self-doubt • Finding the courage to be authentically yourself • Living your values instead of simply talking about them • Discovering your purpose and staying true to who you are • The connection between integrity, character, and leadership • How everyday choices build confidence and shape your identity • The power of community, friendship, and meaningful relationships • Why your actions shape your personal brand and reputation • Women in leadership and becoming a confident, authentic leader • Growing through challenges and learning to trust yourself • Living with courage, faith, grit, and grace If you've ever struggled with self-doubt, insecurity, people-pleasing, finding your purpose, confidence, or wondering if you're enough, this conversation is for you. You don't have to have everything figured out. Keep growing. Keep showing up. Keep choosing courage. Keep becoming who you were meant to be. 🎧 Listen to The Grit & Grace Podcast for more real, meaningful conversations about personal growth, women's leadership, business, faith, confidence, purpose, relationships, authenticity, and living with grit and grace. ▶️ Watch The Grit & Grace Podcast on YouTube for full video conversations, inspiring stories, leadership discussions, and practical encouragement for your personal and professional growth. Subscribe, follow, and share this episode with someone who needs a reminder of their worth and the courage to be authentically themselves. #GritAndGracePodcast #Podcast #YouTubePodcast #PersonalGrowth #SelfWorth #Confidence #Authenticity #WomenInLeadership #Leadership #Faith #Purpose #PersonalDevelopment #SelfConfidence #Empowerment #Integrity #Community #Relationships #WomenInBusiness #Mindset #GrowthMindset #LeadershipPodcast #PersonalGrowthPodcast #WomensPodcast #InspirationalPodcast 🌐 Website: [https://www.gritandgraceenterprises.com](https://www.gritandgraceenterprises.com) 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/gritandgraceenterprises/](https://www.instagram.com/gritandgraceenterprises/) 🎵 TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@gritandgraceenterprises](https://www.tiktok.com/@gritandgraceenterprises) 📘 Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/grit&graceenterprises](https://www.facebook.com/grit&graceenterprises)

    Know Your Worth, Build Confidence & Be Authentically You | Grit & Grace | #27
  2. Aug 4

    One Conversation Changed Everything | Sarah's Incredible Journey | Grit & Grace #26

    Some of the biggest moments in life begin with the smallest decisions. In this episode of Grit & Grace, I sit down with Sarah to share the remarkable story of how an unexpected opportunity completely redirected the course of her family's life. What began as a simple desire to help one child receive an education grew into a mission that would take them across the world and transform countless lives—including their own. This conversation is about so much more than one family's journey. It's about finding purpose when life doesn't go according to plan. It's about having the courage to say "yes" when the path ahead is uncertain. And it's about discovering that the life we never expected may become the one we were always meant to live. Whether you're facing a season of change, wondering what's next, or questioning whether the small acts of kindness you offer really matter, this episode is a reminder that ordinary moments often become extraordinary stories. If this conversation encouraged you, be sure to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss a new episode of Grit & Grace. Every week we share honest conversations about: • Faith • Leadership • Business • Purpose • Family • Personal Growth • Living with Grit & Grace 💬 We'd love to hear from you: Have you ever had one unexpected moment that completely changed your life? Share your story in the comments below. Connect with Sarah & Learn More About ILAD 🌐 Website: http://www.ilad.ngo/j2028 📧 Email: inquire@ilad.ngo 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ILADNGO 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iladngo/ Learn more about ILAD's mission to empower under-resourced communities through education, business development, agriculture, and language technology. Follow Grit & Grace: 🌐 Website: [https://www.gritandgraceenterprises.com](https://www.gritandgraceenterprises.com) 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/gritandgraceenterprises/](https://www.instagram.com/gritandgraceenterprises/) 🎵 TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@gritandgraceenterprises](https://www.tiktok.com/@gritandgraceenterprises) 📘 Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/grit&graceenterprises](https://www.facebook.com/grit&graceenterprises) #GritAndGrace #Purpose #Faith #Leadership #PersonalGrowth #Podcast #Inspiration #LifeJourney #Hope #MakingADifference 🌐 Website: [https://www.gritandgraceenterprises.com](https://www.gritandgraceenterprises.com) 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/gritandgraceenterprises/](https://www.instagram.com/gritandgraceenterprises/) 🎵 TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@gritandgraceenterprises](https://www.tiktok.com/@gritandgraceenterprises) 📘 Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/grit&graceenterprises](https://www.facebook.com/grit&graceenterprises)

    One Conversation Changed Everything | Sarah's Incredible Journey | Grit & Grace #26
  3. Jul 27

    When Your Worst Fear Becomes Reality: A Story of Hope and Grace | Mary Ann Noack | Grit & Grace #25

    What do you do when life doesn't turn out the way you imagined? In this inspiring episode of the Grit and Grace Podcast, Dana sits down with pastor, Bible teacher, and author Mary Ann Noack for a powerful conversation about faith, motherhood, caregiving, grief, resilience, and finding hope in life's unexpected seasons. After her young son was diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, Mary Ann's life changed forever. Through decades of caregiving, ministry, marriage, and trusting God through unimaginable challenges, she has discovered that even the hardest seasons can become places of deep purpose, unexpected joy, and lasting faith. In this episode, you'll discover: -How to trust God when life doesn't go as planned -Parenting through uncertainty and chronic illness -Living with grief while choosing hope and joy -Strengthening your marriage during long-term caregiving -Why authentic Christian community matters -Finding your identity in Christ instead of your circumstances -Encouragement for caregivers, parents, and anyone facing disappointment -How God's grace meets us in life's most difficult moments Whether you're navigating caregiving, chronic illness, parenting struggles, grief, or simply asking why life hasn't unfolded the way you hoped, this conversation will encourage you to keep trusting God and embrace the purpose He is writing in your story. 👍 If this conversation encouraged you, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Share for more authentic conversations about Christian faith, leadership, motherhood, family, resilience, spiritual growth, and living with courage. Follow Grit & Grace: 🌐 Website: [https://www.gritandgraceenterprises.com](https://www.gritandgraceenterprises.com) 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/gritandgraceenterprises/](https://www.instagram.com/gritandgraceenterprises/) 🎵 TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@gritandgraceenterprises](https://www.tiktok.com/@gritandgraceenterprises) 📘 Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/grit&graceenterprises](https://www.facebook.com/grit&graceenterprises) Learn more about Mary Ann's ministry and the work of River West Church: 🌐 Website: River West Church 📧 Email: maryann@riverwest.org 📘 Facebook: Mary Ann Noack on Facebook 📸 Instagram: @manoack on Instagram #ChristianPodcast #Faith #Caregiving #Motherhood #Hope #Grace #DuchenneMuscularDystrophy #Parenting #Grief #shorts #SpiritualGrowth #Leadership #Resilience #GritAndGracePodcast 🌐 Website: [https://www.gritandgraceenterprises.com](https://www.gritandgraceenterprises.com) 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/gritandgraceenterprises/](https://www.instagram.com/gritandgraceenterprises/) 🎵 TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@gritandgraceenterprises](https://www.tiktok.com/@gritandgraceenterprises) 📘 Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/grit&graceenterprises](https://www.facebook.com/grit&graceenterprises)

    When Your Worst Fear Becomes Reality: A Story of Hope and Grace | Mary Ann Noack | Grit & Grace #25
  4. Jul 17

    Leadership, Motherhood, Burnout, and Living with Purpose | Dani Daly | Grit & Grace #24

    What happens when you're successful, but something still feels off? In this conversation, Dana sits down with pastor and leader Dani Daly to talk about integrity, burnout, leadership, motherhood, purpose, and learning to listen to the quiet voice inside that so many of us ignore. From chemistry labs to church leadership, and from raising toddlers to navigating difficult conversations, Dani shares how slowing down, paying attention, and living with integrity can completely change the way we lead our lives. If you've ever felt exhausted, disconnected from yourself, or wondered if there's more to life than simply getting through each day, this conversation will encourage you to pause, breathe, and listen. If this episode encouraged you, subscribe for more real conversations about business, life, faith, leadership, and everything in between. Follow Grit & Grace ⬇️ 🌐 Website: https://www.gritandgraceenterprises.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gritandgraceenterprises/ 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gritandgraceenterprises 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/grit&graceenterprises 🌐 Website: [https://www.gritandgraceenterprises.com](https://www.gritandgraceenterprises.com) 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/gritandgraceenterprises/](https://www.instagram.com/gritandgraceenterprises/) 🎵 TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@gritandgraceenterprises](https://www.tiktok.com/@gritandgraceenterprises) 📘 Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/grit&graceenterprises](https://www.facebook.com/grit&graceenterprises)

    Leadership, Motherhood, Burnout, and Living with Purpose | Dani Daly | Grit & Grace #24
  5. Jul 8

    Healing a Marriage Starts With You | Kristin Carlson | Grit & Grace #23

    What happens when two people stop trying to fix each other and start doing the hard work of looking in the mirror? In this honest conversation, Dana sits down with Kristin Carlson to discuss marriage, addiction, recovery, motherhood, faith, and what it really takes to rebuild a relationship that once felt like it was falling apart. Kristin shares her journey through alcoholism, choosing sobriety, and discovering that lasting change didn't begin with changing her husband—it began with changing herself. Together, Dana and Kristin explore how therapy, recovery, faith, and personal responsibility can transform not only a marriage but an entire family legacy. They discuss: • Why healing starts with the person in the mirror • The impact of addiction and recovery on marriage • Breaking unhealthy patterns for the next generation • The difference between surviving and truly thriving • Finding friendship, joy, and purpose again in marriage Whether you're navigating a difficult season in your relationship, walking through recovery, or simply pursuing personal growth, this conversation offers encouragement, practical wisdom, and hope. Because sometimes the strongest relationships aren't the ones that never broke—they're the ones that chose to rebuild, one day at a time. 🌐 Website: [https://www.gritandgraceenterprises.com](https://www.gritandgraceenterprises.com) 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/gritandgraceenterprises/](https://www.instagram.com/gritandgraceenterprises/) 🎵 TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@gritandgraceenterprises](https://www.tiktok.com/@gritandgraceenterprises) 📘 Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/grit&graceenterprises](https://www.facebook.com/grit&graceenterprises)

    Healing a Marriage Starts With You | Kristin Carlson | Grit & Grace #23
  6. Jul 3

    Funny Stories That Teach Powerful Life Lessons w/ Lori & Jackie | Grit & Grace | #22

    What starts with hilarious stories quickly becomes a meaningful conversation about growth, relationships, purpose, and living intentionally. In this episode of Grit & Grace, we share unforgettable moments—from falling out of trucks and family camping mishaps to favorite books, bucket list dreams, and the experiences that have shaped our lives. Along the way, we explore how reading, dreaming big, letting go, and investing in relationships can change the way we live. In this episode, you'll discover: - Funny real-life stories and unexpected adventures - Lessons learned through life's challenges - Books that have made a lasting impact - The importance of dreaming beyond your comfort zone - Practical insights for healthier relationships - Why intentional living leads to lasting growth If you enjoy authentic conversations, personal growth, and stories that make you laugh while making you think, this episode is for you. Subscribe for more episodes of Grit & Grace featuring honest conversations about faith, leadership, relationships, and living with purpose. Follow Grit & Grace ⬇️ 🌐 Website: https://www.gritandgraceenterprises.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gritandgraceenterprises/ 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gritandgraceenterprises 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/grit&graceenterprises #PersonalGrowth #LifeLessons #SelfImprovement #Podcast #Relationships #Motivation #IntentionalLiving #GritAndGrace 🌐 Website: [https://www.gritandgraceenterprises.com](https://www.gritandgraceenterprises.com) 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/gritandgraceenterprises/](https://www.instagram.com/gritandgraceenterprises/) 🎵 TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@gritandgraceenterprises](https://www.tiktok.com/@gritandgraceenterprises) 📘 Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/grit&graceenterprises](https://www.facebook.com/grit&graceenterprises)

    Funny Stories That Teach Powerful Life Lessons w/ Lori & Jackie | Grit & Grace | #22
  7. Jun 18

    The Power of One Safe Person | Childhood Trauma, Foster Care, Healing & Resilience with Angie Newton | Grit & Grace | #21

    What happens when a child grows up surrounded by instability, trauma, addiction, and uncertainty, but someone finally says, “I see you. You matter. I’m here”? In this powerful episode of Grit & Grace, host Dana Lyons sits down with Angie Newton, Executive Director of Salem Angels, to discuss childhood trauma, foster care, trauma informed care, addiction, resilience, healing, mentorship, motherhood, and the transformative power of consistent relationships. Angie shares her deeply personal story of growing up in chaos, navigating difficult childhood experiences, loving a mother who struggled with addiction, and ultimately rebuilding their relationship before losing her to cancer. Through heartbreak, healing, and perseverance, Angie discovered that one safe, supportive relationship can change the course of a person's life. Together, Dana and Angie explore how childhood adversity impacts development, why foster care support matters, how trauma affects families, and what it takes to break generational cycles. They also discuss the importance of mentoring youth, showing up consistently, and creating environments where children feel seen, valued, and safe. Whether you are a parent, foster parent, mentor, educator, caregiver, or someone on your own healing journey, this conversation offers hope, wisdom, and practical insight into overcoming adversity and building resilience. In this episode, you'll discover: • How childhood trauma shapes emotional and relational development • Why trauma informed care is essential for children and families • The lasting impact of addiction on families and relationships • How foster care support and mentorship can change lives • The role resilience plays in healing from difficult experiences • Why one caring, consistent adult can alter a child's future • How compassion, connection, and community help people heal If you are passionate about personal growth, mental health, healing from trauma, foster care advocacy, parenting, mentorship, or inspiring stories of resilience, this episode is for you. Subscribe to Grit & Grace on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and your favorite podcast platform, and share this episode with someone who needs the reminder that healing is possible and that showing up for others truly matters. Follow Grit & Grace ⬇️ 🌐 Website: https://www.gritandgraceenterprises.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gritandgraceenterprises/ 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gritandgraceenterprises 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/grit&graceenterprises Connect with Angie Newton & Salem Angels Salem Angels Website https://www.salemangels.org/ Follow Salem Angels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/salemangelsnonprofit Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salem_angels/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Salem-Angels Connect with Angie Newton Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/angie.newton.9 Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000RH0E84 🌐 Website: [https://www.gritandgraceenterprises.com](https://www.gritandgraceenterprises.com) 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/gritandgraceenterprises/](https://www.instagram.com/gritandgraceenterprises/) 🎵 TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@gritandgraceenterprises](https://www.tiktok.com/@gritandgraceenterprises) 📘 Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/grit&graceenterprises](https://www.facebook.com/grit&graceenterprises)

  8. Jun 8

    Marriage, Addiction & Accountability | Hard Truths Of Healing | Paul Carlson | Grit & Grace #20

    What happens when a man finally stops blaming everyone else and starts doing the hard work of facing himself? In Episode 20 of the Grit & Grace Podcast, Dana sits down with author and speaker Paul Carlson for a powerful conversation about marriage, addiction, healing, identity, accountability, therapy, codependency, and the long journey of personal transformation. Paul shares his deeply personal story of reaching a breaking point, watching his marriage struggle, and realizing that true change wouldn't happen until he took ownership of his own healing. Through honesty, hard work, counseling, and self-reflection, he began rebuilding his life from the inside out. Together, Dana and Paul discuss: • Marriage restoration and rebuilding trust • Addiction recovery and emotional healing • Codependency and unhealthy relationship patterns • Personal accountability and growth • Therapy, counseling, and self-awareness • Communication in marriage and relationships • Faith, grace, and second chances • Finding hope during difficult seasons This episode is especially meaningful for wives praying for restoration, couples working through challenges, individuals navigating recovery, and anyone seeking healthier relationships emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. Paul Carlson's story is not about perfection, it's about progress. It's a reminder that healing is possible, relationships can be rebuilt, and lasting change begins when we stop pointing fingers and start doing the work ourselves. If you're struggling in your marriage, supporting someone through addiction recovery, working through codependency, or pursuing personal growth, this conversation offers practical wisdom, encouragement, and hope. 🎙 Subscribe to the Grit & Grace Podcast for honest conversations about faith, relationships, emotional wellness, healing, and living with purpose. Connect with Paul Carlson Website: https://www.carlsontx.com/ Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/4400676890248075 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulcarlsontx/ Featured Book: Where Are My Feet? Searching for My Path Through Addiction, Recovery, and Life Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Where-Are-My-Feet-Searching/dp/B0GH8Y2Q18 Be sure to connect with Paul online and check out his book to learn more about his journey and the lessons he's gained through recovery, accountability, and personal growth. Follow Grit & Grace ⬇️ 🌐 Website: https://www.gritandgraceenterprises.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gritandgraceenterprises/ 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gritandgraceenterprises 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/grit&graceenterprises #PaulCarlson #MarriageRestoration #AddictionRecovery #PersonalGrowth #EmotionalHealing #RelationshipAdvice #CodependencyRecovery #MarriageHelp #Therapy #MentalHealth #FaithAndHealing #Accountability #ChristianMarriage #GritAndGracePodcast 🌐 Website: [https://www.gritandgraceenterprises.com](https://www.gritandgraceenterprises.com) 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/gritandgraceenterprises/](https://www.instagram.com/gritandgraceenterprises/) 🎵 TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@gritandgraceenterprises](https://www.tiktok.com/@gritandgraceenterprises) 📘 Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/grit&graceenterprises](https://www.facebook.com/grit&graceenterprises)

    Marriage, Addiction & Accountability | Hard Truths Of Healing | Paul Carlson | Grit & Grace #20

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Real Women. Real Conversations. Full Lives.  Because no one's just wearing one hat, and these women are here to talk about all of it.  Hosted by Dana Lyons, The Grit & Grace Podcast brings you real, unfiltered conversations with women who are leading, building, navigating change, and living busy, multi-faceted lives. These aren't just interviews. They're honest, life-giving conversations about what it means to show up with faith, courage, and purpose, through every season and assignment.  From building businesses without losing yourself, to balancing marriage, motherhood, and ambition, to walking through menopause and midlife shifts with boldness and grace, this podcast is for women who are done living small.  What you'll hear: –Bold steps outside comfort zones –Stories of reinvention, risk, and renewal –Career pivots, personal growth, and purpose-driven leadership –Faith-forward wisdom for navigating business and life –The messy, meaningful behind-the-scenes that don't make it to Instagram–but    matter the most.  If you're looking for insight, encouragement, and the kind of truth that doesn't need a filter, you're in the right place.  Hit play. We're just getting started. 

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