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Graced for the Journey
Welcome to Graced for the Journey! This is your safe space, where we embrace life’s path and uncover the beauty of healing together.
Through inspiring episodes, personal stories, and practical tools, we’ll help you find strength and encouragement no matter where you are on your journey. Whether you’re navigating challenges, seeking personal growth, or simply need uplifting words, you’re in the right place.
Join us each week for meaningful conversations, actionable tips, and moments of reflection that remind you: every step you take—big or small—is part of the journey, and you’re doing amazing!
Episodes
36 episodes
Beneath the Surface: When Self-Care Hurts
A “self-care” massage turned into the worst pain of my life… and God used it to teach me something I’ll never forget about healing.In this episode of Graced for the Journey, I’m sharing a real story that became a spiritual mirror: unhea...
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Before You Blame Your Attitude, Check These First
Ever felt yourself getting snappy or “in a mood” and you’re like… okay, what is my problem today? In this episode, we’re doing a real check-in: is this actually an attitude… or is something else going on?Because sometim...
What Does God Say About Grief? (The Answer May Surprise You)
Most people think that if your faith is strong enough, you should be able to push through grief quickly. But Scripture tells a completely different story.In this episode, we’re sitting with what the Bible actually says about grief - ...
Don’t Stop at Amen: Prayer Is the Start, Not the Finish (Healing and Faith)
Prayer is powerful - but it’s not where healing ends. In this episode of Graced for the Journey, we’re talking about what it means to partner with God in emotional healing. If you’ve been praying and still feel stuck, this isn’t a sign you’re f...
Who Were You Before Life Got to You? (Healing Your Identity)
Have you lost sight of who God created you to be? Trauma, life and everyone’s expectations have a way of burying your gifts, your passions and your true identity. In this episode we’re talking about the healing journey of rediscovering who God ...
Parenting After Child Loss: When You’re Grieving and Still Have Kids Who Need You
If you’ve ever had to keep parenting while your heart is breaking, this episode is for you. Losing a child changes everything - and yet your other children still need you to show up.In this episode of Graced for the Journey...
Healing Can Feel Isolating; Here’s Why
Healing can be quite lonely at times. In today’s episode of Graced for the Journey, we talk about the isolation of healing; that season where you’re doing the work, showing up, and trying to move forward… but it feels like nobody r...
Signs You’re Emotionally Exhausted (Even If You Don’t Realize It)
Emotional exhaustion can show up in ways we don’t always recognize. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, more irritable than usual, mentally drained, or like even small things feel like emergencies, you may be dealing with emotional exhaustion.<...
It’s Not an Emergency: Finding Peace After Survival Mode
In today’s episode of Graced for the Journey, we’re talking about a reminder I’m learning in real time: everything is not an emergency, and you can find peace again.If you’ve been in survival mode for a long time, you may still be movin...
Protect Your Peace in 2026 - (Season 2 Premiere) | Peace of Mind + Faith Reset
Welcome back to Graced for the Journey! I’m Shuranda, and I’m so glad you’re here for Season 2.In this season premiere, I’m reflecting on 2025 and why so many of us felt stretched, overwhelmed, and emotionally exhausted - even when the ...
Stop Fighting & Trust God's Flow | Finding Peace in Hard Seasons with Faith
Stop fighting the current and start trusting God's flow. In this episode, I'm getting real about what it means to go with the flow when life feels overwhelming, uncertain, and exhausting. If you've been trying to control everything...
You’re Stuck and the Hidden Pain is Holding You Back
Feeling stuck and don't know why? That hidden pain might actually be grief - and it's quietly holding you back.Hidden grief is more dangerous than obvious grief because it isolates you, compounds over time, and keeps you stuck in ways yo...
You're Not Broken, You're Grieving: 5 Hidden Signs You're Missing
You're exhausted. All your tests come back normal. You're angry at people who seem to have it all together. You have unexplained pain in your body. What if I told you - you're not broken, you're not crazy, you're not failing... you're just grie...
Time Heals All Wounds? My Apologies for This Harmful Lie!
Has anyone ever told you "you should be over it by now"? In Episode 23 of Graced for the Journey, I'm offering my sincerest apology on behalf of anyone who's ever made you feel like your grief has an expiration date.Today, we...
Can Grief and Joy Coexist? Why You Don't Need to Feel Guilty for Happiness While Grieving
Struggling with grief? Download the free Grief Recovery Guide: https://amariehealing.kit.com/ebdee67d93Have you ever felt guilty for laughing or experiencing ...
5 Things That Help Me Through Life’s Toughest Moments
When life feels heavy and overwhelming, it’s easy to lose sight of hope. In this episode of Graced for the Journey, I’m opening my heart and sharing 5 powerful practices that have carried me through some of my toughest seasons. These a...
Change Happens, Here is How to Handle It!
Change is never easy—but it’s inevitable. Last week, we talked about why embracing change is important, but today we’re digging into the practical steps that help us actually do it.In this episode of Graced for the Journey, I share hone...
Whew… Everything’s Changing and I Wasn’t Ready!
Let’s be real—change sounds good until it actually shows up. And then suddenly, you’re staring at a new season, a new challenge, or a new version of yourself like, “Whew… I wasn’t ready for this!”In this episode of Graced for ...
The Father’s Heart: Love That Leads
In this special Father’s Day episode, Pastor David joins us for a heart-to-heart conversation on love, leadership, and legacy. From fatherhood to faith, we explore what it means to love deeply and lead well—and how none of it is truly possible ...
The Man Behind the Lens: A Father's Day Tribute to Sacrifice
This Father’s Day, we’re flipping the script.In this special episode, I’m sitting down with the man who’s usually behind the camera—my husband. He’s the steady anchor, the driving force, and the selfless provider who rarely asks for the ...
Solo, Not Alone: Creating Peace and Structure in Motherhood
In Episode 16 of Graced for the Journey, I sit down with Kenchera Ingraham, a powerhouse woman who wears many hats—mother, entrepreneur, nurturer, and visionary. She’s raising three beautiful little ones, including a set of twins, all while nav...
Sustained by Grace: A Story of Strength Through Shifting Seasons
For this special Mother’s Day episode of Graced for the Journey, I’m joined by my very first guest—my mom. Her story is one of unwavering strength and quiet resilience through life’s many seasons. From going to college as a mother, to enduring ...
For the Days You Just Can’t!
Some days, life feels so heavy that even thinking about “pushing through” feels impossible.In this episode, I’m simply sharing my heart — no 5-step plans, no quick fixes. Just a raw moment of honesty about what it’s like when ...