Grit and Grace Unleashed

Kathryn Vorisek
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Grit and Grace Unleashed is a brand.  It's a lifestyle.  It's a podcast empowering mid-life women to step into the life God has meant for them.  It is real conversation about everything from fashion, entertaining, travel, relationships, and wellness oozing with southern charm/hospitality and rooted in faith.  Stop by and join in on the fun!  

  1. 12/01/2025

    014. Breathing New Life into Old Spaces

    Send a text Katheryn Vorisek addresses how to recreate your living environment to reflect and support your current life season. She emphasizes the importance of decluttering not only physical spaces but also mental and emotional aspects. Drawing from her personal experience of moving to Charleston and reshaping her living spaces, she encourages listeners to release the old and embrace the new with intentionality. Kathryn offers practical tips on prayer, meditation, physical wellbeing, and community building. She concludes by inviting listeners to take small steps this week toward creating a sanctuary that embodies beauty, faith, and grace. 00:00 Welcome to Grit and Grace Unleashed 00:47 Recreating Your Space: Beyond Just Your Home 02:10 Decluttering: Letting Go of the Old 03:51 Creating Mental and Emotional Space 04:44 Supporting Your Physical Wellbeing 05:30 Building Intentional Community 06:23 Affordable Home Transformation Tips 07:35 Reflecting on Your Spaces and Routines 08:47 Inviting God into Your Life and Home 08:58 Coaching Sessions and Final Thoughts Let’s connect: 📸 Instagram + TikTok: @gritandgraceunleashed 💌 Subscribe, share, and leave a review to help more women find this space.

    11 min

  2. 11/24/2025

    013. Gratitude: Small Acts, Big Impact

    Send a text Just in time for Thanksgiving, this episode delves into the transformative power of gratitude. Kathryn shares how practicing gratitude can shift your perspective and help you navigate life's challenges with a positive outlook. She recounts personal stories and offers practical tips like writing morning gratitude lists, sending thank you notes, and going on gratitude walks. The episode emphasizes that gratitude is not about ignoring reality but approaching it with strength and joy. Listeners are challenged to perform daily acts of gratitude and express appreciation, even to those with whom they have had past friction. 00:00 Welcome to Grit and Grace Unleashed 00:42 The Power of Gratitude 01:52 Why Gratitude Matters 03:02 Daily Gratitude Practices 04:41 Building Resilience Through Gratitude 05:51 Practical Tips for Gratitude 07:01 Your Weekly Gratitude Challenge 07:49 Conclusion and Community Let’s connect: 📸 Instagram + TikTok: @gritandgraceunleashed 💌 Subscribe, share, and leave a review to help more women find this space.

    8 min

  3. 11/17/2025

    012. The Power of Saying Yes

    Send a text Kathryn reflects on the power of saying 'yes' to new experiences, adventures, and opportunities to grow closer to God's plan. From moving to Charleston and participating in new activities like tennis and pickleball, to taking a solo trip to Palm Beach, each 'yes' has led to personal transformation and a deeper sense of purpose. She challenges listeners to take their own steps towards courage, faith, and community by embracing the opportunities that excite their soul. Join her in exploring how small words can lead to significant shifts, and find inspiration to connect your purpose with God's plan. 00:00 Welcome to Grit and Grace Unleashed 00:43 The Power of Saying Yes 01:25 Embracing New Experiences 02:38 Transformative Solo Trip 04:33 Finding Community and Purpose 05:33 Your Call to Action 06:49 Final Thoughts and Gratitude Let’s connect: 📸 Instagram + TikTok: @gritandgraceunleashed 💌 Subscribe, share, and leave a review to help more women find this space.

    8 min

  4. 11/10/2025

    011. The Wholly Woman: Living Whole in Spirit, Soul, and Body with Linda Howard and Melissa Jansen

    Send a text Kathryn sits down with Linda and Melissa, a mother-daughter duo from Seacoast Church in Charleston, to share an inspiring story of transformation, faith, and holistic wellness. What began as a simple family health challenge became Wholly Woman—a Bible study and movement redefining wellness as an act of worship. Together, they explore how true health integrates the spirit, soul, and body, and how aligning all three can lead to lasting freedom. This episode is filled with encouragement, practical wisdom, and reminders that caring for ourselves is one of the most powerful ways we honor God.  ✨ Learn more about Wholly Woman:  • Official Website  • Buy on Amazon  • Available through Seacoast Church  00:50 Introducing Linda and Melissa  01:51 The Challenge and the Journey  03:08 Spiritual and Physical Transformation  05:01 Freedom from Old Habits  07:20 Empowerment and Community  09:35 The Wholly Woman Bible Study  14:12 Practical Steps for Change  17:20 Final Encouragement and Resources  18:35 Closing Thoughts Let’s connect: 📸 Instagram + TikTok: @gritandgraceunleashed 💌 Subscribe, share, and leave a review to help more women find this space.

    20 min

  5. 11/03/2025

    010. Presence With Your Adult Children

    Send a text Kathryn shares heartfelt reflections on what it truly means to be present—emotionally, physically, and spiritually with our grown children. Through honest stories from her own life, she explores how small moments of connection can matter far more than striving for perfection. From quiet conversations and shared activities to the art of simply listening without fixing, Kathryn reminds us that our presence can be the greatest gift we offer. This episode is an invitation to slow down, release expectations, and embrace the sacred beauty of showing up fully for those we love.  00:00 Welcome to Grit and Grace Unleashed  00:39 The Importance of Presence with Adult Children  01:50 Reflections on My Mother’s Presence  03:55 Creating Meaningful Moments with My Children  06:05 Balancing Perfection and Presence  08:54 Core Takeaways on Presence  10:26 Listening vs. Preaching  11:58 Final Thoughts and Encouragement Let’s connect: 📸 Instagram + TikTok: @gritandgraceunleashed 💌 Subscribe, share, and leave a review to help more women find this space.

    13 min

  6. 10/27/2025

    009. Women and Money with Jenne Sevilla, Founder of Money Moods

    Send a text In this episode of Grit and Grace Unleashed, we sit down with Jenne Sevilla, a certified financial planner and founder of Money Moods. Jenne discusses her mission to help women build financial confidence and strategies to achieve their goals. We explore common financial challenges women face, such as managing emotions around money, preparing for retirement, and safeguarding against life's uncertainties like divorce and loss of a spouse. She also shares practical advice on balancing saving, investing, and enjoying life, along with the importance of life insurance and financial planning.  00:00 Welcome to Grit and Grace Unleashed 00:39 Introducing Jenny Silla: Financial Empowerment for Women 02:25 The Inspiration Behind Money Modes 03:10 Emotional Impact of Money on Women 04:16 Identifying and Managing Money Modes 06:19 Financial Planning for Single Women and Retirement 07:33 Protecting Yourself Financially in Divorce 09:35 Preparing for the Unexpected Loss of a Spouse 11:32 Overcoming Intimidation in Financial Planning 16:41 Strategies for Balancing Saving, Investing, and Enjoying Life 17:39 The Role of Life Insurance and Risk Management 20:22 Introducing the Money Modes Program 22:39 Final Thoughts and Contact Information Let’s connect: 📸 Instagram + TikTok: @gritandgraceunleashed 💌 Subscribe, share, and leave a review to help more women find this space.

    25 min

  7. 10/13/2025

    008. Life Recreated-Finding Clarity and Courage in Midlife!

    Send a text In this episode of Grit and Grace Unleashed, host Kathryn shares her personal story of navigating midlife changes, including divorce, career shifts, and relocation. She emphasizes the importance of intentionally creating a life that aligns with one’s values, finding joy in small moments, and trusting in God's plan.  00:39 Midlife Transformation 01:40 Navigating Life's Curveballs 05:02 Faith and Scripture Inspiration 05:52 Rediscovering Yourself in Midlife 09:58 Final Thoughts and Next Steps Let’s connect: 📸 Instagram + TikTok: @gritandgraceunleashed 💌 Subscribe, share, and leave a review to help more women find this space.

    11 min

  8. 10/06/2025

    007. The Art of Hostessing with Michelle Mize

    Send a text In this episode of Grit and Grace Unleashed, host Kathryn Vorisek sits down with her friend Michelle Mize, founder of Sun Cookery, to talk about the true heart of hospitality. From her New Orleans upbringing to her travels across the globe, Michelle has seen how authentic connection happens not through perfection, but through presence. She shares stories of family traditions, cultural influences, and the little touches that make gatherings meaningful. Together, Kathryn and Michelle unpack why so many women feel intimidated by hosting, how social media has made us chase “perfect” over “present,” and why opening your home — no matter how simple — can be an act of love, faith, and community. Whether you’re setting a fancy table or serving pizza on paper plates, this conversation will encourage you to see hospitality as less about performance and more about creating spaces where people feel seen, loved, and welcomed. ✨ What you’ll hear in this episode: How Kathryn’s family shaped her love for hospitalityMichelle’s hospitality journey and the heart behind Sun CookeryOvercoming fears and intimidation around hostingWhy connection matters more than perfectionPractical tips for starting small with gatheringsThe spiritual side of hospitality as a gift and calling📖 “Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.” — Hebrews 13:2 Episode Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome to Grit and Grace Unleashed 00:39 Kathryn’s Hospitality Heritage 02:43 Introducing Michelle Mize and Sun Cookery 04:44 Michelle’s Hospitality Journey 06:23 The Essence of True Hospitality 08:36 Overcoming Hosting Fears 11:49 Sun Cookery: Making Hospitality Simple 22:04 Faith and Hospitality 23:56 Final Thoughts and Encouragement Let’s connect: 📸 Instagram + TikTok: @gritandgraceunleashed 💌 Subscribe, share, and leave a review to help more women find this space.

    28 min
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Grit and Grace Unleashed is a brand.  It's a lifestyle.  It's a podcast empowering mid-life women to step into the life God has meant for them.  It is real conversation about everything from fashion, entertaining, travel, relationships, and wellness oozing with southern charm/hospitality and rooted in faith.  Stop by and join in on the fun!  

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  • Creator
    Kathryn Vorisek
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    14
  • Rating
    Explicit
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