"I Didn't Realize How Saving Dogs Would Save People Too" | Molly Goldston's Story

Molly founded Saving Grace, a North Carolina rescue that has helped over 55,000 dogs find new homes. In this episode of Art of Heart, host Marissa Campbell explores the ripple effect of compassion—how rescuing animals ends up rescuing people too. Molly shares the emotional highs and hard realities of animal welfare, from burnout to purpose, and the countless volunteers and adopters whose lives have been changed through rescue. You’ll hear the powerful story of a widow who found healing through her adopted dog and discover why showing up for something bigger than yourself can change everything.

If you’ve ever wondered how purpose is born through pain, or how saving others can heal your own heart, this story will move you.

Disclaimer: The stories shared in this episode are the personal experiences and perspectives of the guest. They do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of Art of Heart or its host.

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Remember, you don’t need to have it all figured out, you just have to be willing to listen to your heart.

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Chapters

• 1:30 How Saving Grace began and the gap she saw
• 5:20 Marissa’s adoption story: Larry & Lacy changed everything
• 7:50 Why shelters feel overwhelming, and how Molly changed that
• 10:45 When saving dogs starts saving people
• 15:30 Purpose, healing, and 400 volunteers finding community
• 20:15 The real cost of rescue and fighting burnout
• 28:00 Gratitude, heartbreak, and the never-ending mission