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We discuss various aspects of personal growth, relationships, and motivation. We have insightful conversations on topics with guests who open up about their own lives and experiences. Combining elements of emotional intelligence, self-improvement, mental well-being, and genuine concern, we’re dedicated to encouraging and uplifting people.

  1. 4d ago

    Conversation or Interrogation? The Great Communication Debate! | Heart to Heart Hangout

    **CONVERSATION OR INTERROGATION? YOU DECIDE! 😂** When someone calls you just to talk, should they already have something to say—or is asking questions how you get a good conversation started? Terrence and Grace have VERY different opinions, and we need YOU to help settle this debate! Terrence believes asking questions shows genuine interest and helps keep a conversation going. Grace says if YOU called HER, you should already have something to talk about—not put her through a 21-question interview! And just wait until you hear what happens when Grace goes through the coffee drive-thru and employees keep asking if she wants anything else! 😂 **IN THIS EPISODE:** - Small talk vs. meaningful conversation - Why some people love asking questions while others find them irritating - Introverts, extroverts, and different communication styles - When asking questions helps someone open up - Respecting personal boundaries and preferences - Growing together through more than 20 years of friendship - Why seeking counseling and caring for your mental health shouldn't carry a stigma What begins as a hilarious disagreement turns into a meaningful conversation about friendship, communication, personal growth, and learning to respect people who see things differently. **NOW IT'S YOUR TURN TO WEIGH IN!** 🔵 **TEAM TERRENCE:** Asking questions shows you care! A conversation is a two-way street. 🔴 **TEAM GRACE:** If YOU called ME, get to the point! I didn't sign up for an interrogation! **WHO'S RIGHT?** Tell us in the comments: 1. Are you Team Terrence or Team Grace? 2. Why do you agree with that perspective? 3. Does your answer change depending on who's calling you? We want to hear your experiences, opinions, and even your disagreements. You might help us see something we haven't considered! **ABOUT HEART TO HEART HANGOUT** Join Terrence and Grace for authentic conversations, different perspectives, unexpected laughter, and meaningful discussions about life, relationships, personal growth, and everything in between. We don't always agree, but we believe there's value in listening, learning, and growing together. Subscribe and join the conversation! 📚 **ALSO MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: INNOCENT GUILT** As our conversation turns to personal growth and changing perspectives, Terrence and Grace revisit a discussion they had years ago about his novel, *Innocent Guilt*, and how differently they see things today. Interested in learning more about the novel? Check it out on Amazon! **Innocent Guilt by A.T. Hardge** https://www.amazon.com/dp/1732743916 ❤️ **Heart to Heart Hangout — Real Conversations. Real Perspectives. Real Connections.** #HeartToHeartHangout #Communication #Relationships #SmallTalk #ConversationSkills

  2. Oct 7

    Shatter the Cliché: Church Hurt, Real Faith & Honest Questions | Heart to Heart Hangout

    Can we talk about faith without pretending we have everything figured out? Join Terrence and Grace on Heart to Heart Hangout for an honest conversation about church hurt, religious clichés, questions about God, and the pressure to look perfect. We explore why connection matters, how sharing our struggles can help others feel less alone, and what it means to love people while trusting God to do the changing. From “just trust God” to recognizing God’s presence in our mess, this conversation challenges us to move beyond familiar phrases and get real. If you’ve ever felt hurt by church, wrestled with your faith, or wondered whether God could still use you with your history, pull up a chair. 💬 What’s a religious cliché you’ve heard—and what would have been more helpful to hear instead? Tell us in the comments. Subscribe for more Heart to Heart Hangout conversations about faith, relationships, and everyday life. Share this episode with someone who needs room to ask questions. #HeartToHeartHangout #ChurchHurt #RealFaith

  3. Sep 21

    Do I Have an Undiagnosed ADHD Superpower?

    Could you live more than five decades without realizing your brain may work differently? In this episode of *Heart to Heart Hangout*, Grace and I have an unscripted conversation that started with one question: **Could I have undiagnosed ADHD?** I started connecting some dots — difficulty concentrating in noisy environments, needing information presented a certain way, getting deeply absorbed in creative projects, struggling to process information in certain situations, and realizing that some of the ways I have learned to function may be more significant than I ever considered. Grace shares from her own experience with ADHD, including being diagnosed as an adult, and what starts as me throwing observations at her turns into a much bigger conversation about creativity, learning, neurodivergence, self-advocacy, patience…and grace. And somewhere along the way, somebody gets convicted enough to apologize. 😂 This is not a diagnosis, and we are not medical professionals trying to diagnose anyone. It is simply an honest conversation about noticing how differently people process the world — and why those differences deserve understanding rather than shame. Sometimes what looks like somebody “not listening,” “not getting it,” or “doing things differently” may have a story behind it that you cannot see. Maybe the bigger takeaway is not whether your brain fits a particular label. Maybe it is learning to understand yourself better — and give other people a little more grace. Welcome to *Heart to Heart Hangout* — real conversations, real laughs, and sometimes a little truth sneaks up on us. #HeartToHeartHangout #ADHD #AdultADHD #Neurodivergent #GiveGrace

  4. Sep 13

    They Questioned the Look…But We’re Locked Into the Mission! | Heart to Heart Hangout

    The people closest to us enjoyed our first Heart to Heart Hangout—but they had some questions about the look. A bonnet? A tank top? Were we really putting that online? In this impromptu follow-up, Terrence and Grace talk honestly about appearance, authenticity and becoming comfortable with being uncomfortable. Grace is picking greens, Terrence has something on his heart, and neither of them is waiting for the perfect setup to have a meaningful conversation. Heart to Heart Hangout is for people who may feel alone, unseen or disconnected—people who want to feel like they’re sitting in the room talking with friends. If reaching even one person means showing up before everything looks polished, we’re willing to do that. This isn’t about making the bonnet and tank top our brand. It’s about refusing to let preparation, production or the pressure to appear perfect keep us from having conversations that matter. Welcome to Heart to Heart Hangout: real life, honest conversation and absolutely no pretending. Have you ever allowed concern about appearances to keep you from doing something meaningful? Join the conversation below. Subscribe and come hang out with us again. #HeartToHeartHangout #Authenticity #RealConversations

  5. Sep 5

    We’re Back! Choosing Realness Over Perfection | Heart to Heart Hangout

    We’re back—and this time, we’re leaving perfection at the door. Welcome to Heart to Heart Hangout: unedited, unscripted, and completely real. No carefully rehearsed lines. No elaborate production. Just two longtime friends with a brother-and-sister bond, turning on the camera and letting the conversation unfold the same way it would if no one else were listening. Grace kept her bonnet on. Terrence showed up in his undershirt. And somehow, what began as an attempt to test the technology turned into the show. In this conversation, we talk about why people may be hungrier for authenticity than polished presentations, the pressure to look and sound perfect, vulnerability in leadership, and what it means to let people see the person behind the role. We also explore faith, empathy, religious language, and how Jesus met people where they were—including His deeply personal conversation with the woman at the well. He knew her story without using it to shame her. What if more people experienced that same combination of truth, grace, and compassion from us? This is Heart to Heart Hangout. We hope it doesn’t simply feel like you’re watching a show. We hope it feels like you’re hanging out with friends. Join the conversation in the comments: Do you prefer content that is polished and produced, or conversations that feel completely real? If something in this conversation resonates with you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who could use an honest heart-to-heart. #HeartToHeartHangout #AuthenticConversations #Unscripted

  6. Jan 6

    From Wounds to Healing: Dante’s Recovery Journey

    Dante shares his recovery journey and how earlier trauma influenced it—and why a simple journaling rhythm helped him heal and keep moving. Terrence, Grace, and Jessica join to unpack no-excuses accountability, practical pages, and a “one-page reset” you can start today. What we cover Turning hard experiences into honest pages The journaling routine that builds momentum Grace + responsibility (no shame, no excuses) One-page-a-day challenge (how to start & stick) Featuring: Terrence Hardge, Grace, Jessica, and Dante Try this: Write one page today: Name it → Frame it → Act on it.

  7. 06/30/2025

    RECKLESS to REDEMPTION

    Terrence and Grace join young author and visionary Mark Jonathan Romero for a raw and inspiring conversation titled Reckless to Redemption. Mark shares his powerful journey from chasing the thrill of recklessness to walking in the calling God placed on his life. From navigating the pressures of youth as a skateboarder and creative, Mark opens up about turning to Christ and the mission he's now pursuing. Together, they talk about: The struggles and lessons of growing up in a fast-paced world What it means to let go of the past and follow God's purpose The heart behind his new book Transform How young people can live boldly for Christ today 📖 Grab Mark’s book Transform here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0DV4TY31D Don’t miss this conversation—it’s real, honest, and full of hope for anyone ready to trade reckless living for redemptive purpose.

  8. 05/24/2025

    Overcoming Mindsets that Keep You Bound

    In this powerful episode, host Terrence Hardge sits down with transformational leaders Joel Morales and Lonnell Grimes for a deep, honest conversation about the mental barriers that keep us from walking in freedom. They unpack the subtle yet destructive mindsets rooted in fear, insecurity, and past pain--and share practical, faith-filled insights for breaking free. If you're ready to shift your perspective, silence inner doubt, and step into the life you were created for, this episode is for you. Real talk. Real freedom. Welcome to your breakthrough. Joel Morales is a Certified Personal Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialist and Les Mills Certified Instructor. IG: TranceFormationJ Lonnell Grimes is an entrepreneur, businessman, barber, director and producer dedicated to empowering youth through music and creative expression. Please like, subscribe and share! Thanks for watching. ❤️ Books by Terrence Hardge: Innocent Guilt by A.T. Hardge (Amazon): https://www.amazon.com/Innocent-Guilt-T-Hardge/dp/1732743916 Innocent Guilt by A.T. Hardge from (Barnes & Noble): https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/innocent-guilt-at-hardge/1109457376 Fatal Perception by A.T. Hardge (Amazon) https://www.amazon.com/Fatal-Perception-T-Hardge/dp/1732743932 Fatal Perception by A.T. Hardge (Barnes & Noble): https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/fatal-perception-a-t-hardge/1130632078

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We discuss various aspects of personal growth, relationships, and motivation. We have insightful conversations on topics with guests who open up about their own lives and experiences. Combining elements of emotional intelligence, self-improvement, mental well-being, and genuine concern, we’re dedicated to encouraging and uplifting people.

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  • Creator
    terrencehardge
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
    Clean
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