Pieces of Grit
109 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsStories and interviews with incredible women.
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Enneagram Banter
February 01, 2022 20:14 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MBCome hang out and learn about the enneagram
94. Life, One List at a Time
July 18, 2021 22:56 - 29 minutes - 40.1 MBThere are lists for everything in life. Come hang out for this banter session and the pros, cons, and oddities of all the ways we use lists.
93. Best Hormone Health Tips with Nicole Jardim from The Period Party
April 06, 2021 18:37 - 1 hour - 86.8 MBNicole Jardim joins me live on Clubhouse to talk about all things women's health, periods, vaginas, and how to function at your best. Holistic health doesn't mean divorcing your doctor - it simply incorporates a much broader understanding of natural methods including CBD, nutrition, gut health, liver detox, herbs, and so many other considerations to get your body to function at its max capacity. Follow Nicole: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nicolemjardim/ Facebook - https://www....
92. What the Heck is Human Design?
April 01, 2021 22:53 - 42 minutes - 62.7 MBInterested in connecting with Melissa? Find her @mel.glaze on Instagram. If you own a business or run a side hustle, elevate your social media game with my latest course: The Social Media Accelerator for Businesses. Pre-register at https://copper-hive-consulting.newzenler.com/f/social-media-marketing-strategy for early access and discounts!
91. How to Recover from the Comparison Trap, Word of the Year 2021, & FOMO
February 10, 2021 05:01 - 49 minutes - 67.9 MBAs women we work hard not to compare ourselves to each other. We know we shouldn't and that it's unhealthy, but it's always easier said than done. Mikala has taken a break from social media and I (Rachel) am more obsessed than ever! Careers, parenting, relationships, faith, mental health and much more are all impacted by what we see on the grid. What would it look like if we STOPPED playing the comparison game and learned to live as ourselves??? Relationship goals are tough because tw...
90. 3 Ways to Feed Your Ambition
January 13, 2021 05:01 - 47 minutes - 65.9 MBFind more resources at www.piecesofgrit.com One of the most popular episodes, here is my conversation with Lana Kairos. Everyone has pieces of their true self they hide or dismiss. But what if getting to know your core identity was the key to unleashing your potential? This is the first step to being a better version of you. All you need to experience success is already inside you. It just takes work and often a little guidance to bring that out. Lana challenges us to identify our ...
89. A Rare Cancer Diagnosis, Emotional Healing, and A Year of Grounding
January 06, 2021 05:01 - 59 minutes - 85.4 MBFollow Rachel & Mikala to stay up to date on resources and events through Pieces of Grit @rachelthestewart @mikalanicole Abby had been a world travel, living and teaching abroad, adventuring as she worked out her personal identity and navigated the aftermath of a broken engagement and relational trauma. She met and married the love of her life, they were settling in to a new city, she was building her career and working on her personal growth, then came the blow of the century. Diag...
88. Choosing a Word of the Year, Rude Cats, & Pandemonium
December 31, 2020 05:01 - 56 minutes - 82.2 MBJanuary 2020 CONTEST: Anytime during the month of January, leave a review on iTunes and let us know at @rachelthestewart. You'll be entered to win a copy of Chaos Clarified SHOW NOTES It's the last day of 2020! How relieved are you?! If you have never explored choosing a word of the year, maybe this is the year for you to pick up this great practice. A word of the year provides a theme for the year instead of a specific goal. This creates flexibility in whatever you do, whether you...
087: The Hot Pastor Problem
December 09, 2020 05:01 - 58 minutes - 85.3 MBCarl Lentz isn't the first megachurch pastor to wear skinny jeans, tight button down shirts, or cheat on his spouse. So where is this problem coming from and how do we as both leaders and church members change what is happening? There is also a definite double standard toward female church leaders and females in any visibly position. Our conversation was instigated by an article written by Katelyn Beaty, which you can find HERE. Also, here is the book Katelyn wrote, A Woman's Place. ...
87: The Hot Pastor Problem
December 09, 2020 05:01 - 58 minutes - 85.3 MBCarl Lentz isn't the first megachurch pastor to wear skinny jeans, tight button down shirts, or cheat on his spouse. So where is this problem coming from and how do we as both leaders and church members change what is happening? There is also a definite double standard toward female church leaders and females in any visibly position. Our conversation was instigated by an article written by Katelyn Beaty, which you can find HERE. Also, here is the book Katelyn wrote, A Woman's Place. ...
086: How to Do the Minimum
November 25, 2020 14:45 - 19 minutes - 27.2 MBAs a followup to our conversation about Kamala Harris, we invited someone with a very different perspective to talk to us. We had to reschedule at the last minute, but since we were already on a call might as well record, right? I (Rachel) just took a 23andMe.com DNA test and was surprised by Brooks' results. Mikala has taken one, too, so we cover a little of that. Which led to Angelina Jolie and what you would do if you knew you had a likelihood of getting cancer or you were actually di...
085: The Myth of Calling: Arguing Over this Concept
November 18, 2020 05:01 - 49 minutes - 68.2 MBMikala suggested discussing calling and I just about gagged. Knowing that we disagreed on this topic and how the church has put so much pressure on women to find their "calling", we decided to jump into this conversation without knowing any details about what the other was going to say. Find us on social media and let us know your perspective on calling and the experience you've had in finding that calling. Instagram Mikala @mikalanicole Rachel @rachelthestewart Resources Callings ...
085: The Myth of Calling
November 18, 2020 05:01 - 49 minutes - 68.2 MBMikala suggested discussing calling and I just about gagged. Knowing that we disagreed on this topic and how the church has put so much pressure on women to find their "calling", we decided to jump into this conversation without knowing any details about what the other was going to say. Find us on social media and let us know your perspective on calling and the experience you've had in finding that calling. Instagram Mikala @mikalanicole Rachel @rachelthestewart Resources Callings ...
085: How to Find Your Calling
November 18, 2020 05:01 - 49 minutes - 68.2 MBMikala suggested discussing calling and I just about gagged. Knowing that we disagreed on this topic and how the church has put so much pressure on women to find their "calling", we decided to jump into this conversation without knowing any details about what the other was going to say. Find us on social media and let us know your perspective on calling and the experience you've had in finding that calling. Instagram Mikala @mikalanicole Rachel @rachelthestewart Resources Callings ...
084: Madame Vice President Kamala Harris
November 09, 2020 20:17 - 46 minutes - 64.2 MBThere has been a lot of negativity coming from people who didn't vote for Kamala Harris. I'm surprised it came from women, so Mikala and I decided to discuss how breaking glass ceilings and being the first in any area is both challenging and rewarding. As women of faith we are excited to see progress being made in leadership opportunities and happy for whoever is the one breaking those ceilings.
083: Finally Speaking What I Believe with Jory Micah
October 21, 2020 04:01 - 55 minutes - 75.7 MBPiecesofgrit.com is where you can find blogs and resources to challenge yourself to learn more about who you are and how to take the next steps down whatever path you are on. Finding Clarity in the Chaos by Rachel Stewart is available on Amazon now. This interactive workbook will help you peel back the layers of life to discover core values, your personal mission statement, strengths and more. Through this introspective deep dive you'll create a framework through which you can filter life...
082: It's Okay to Be Uncomfortable
October 14, 2020 04:01 - 1 hour - 88.9 MBExplore all our resources on grit, faith and feminism at piecesofgrit.com. Follow Mikala on Instagram Follow Rachel on Instagram We cover all the things about being uncomfortable, from Mike Pence's fly friend to sweating over a crush. More importantly, how does this connect to our faith and what does God say about being uncomfortable? Being uncomfortable might not sound like fun, but it can push you to deeper self introspection, personal growth, and life improvements. Resources Br...
081: Should Your Career Path Be a Straight Line with Jessie Cruickshank
October 07, 2020 08:01 - 52 minutes - 72.2 MB00000262 00000262 000032F8 000032F8 0004557D 0004557D 00007F8D 00007F8D 00047849 00047849 Jessie Cruickshank and her Harvard degree stopped by to talk about the winding path in life that leads us to wherever we currently are. It's never a straight line and even the greatest plans usually don't happen the way we expect. yourbrainbyjess.com A few other resources to get you through the last 90 days of 2020! 90-Day Goal Planner Finding Clarity in the Chaos
081: Should Your Passions Match Your Job? with Jessie Cruickshank
October 07, 2020 08:01 - 52 minutes - 71.8 MB00000262 00000262 000032F8 000032F8 0004557D 0004557D 00007F8D 00007F8D 00047849 00047849 Jessie Cruickshank and her Harvard degree stopped by to talk about the winding path in life that leads us to wherever we currently are. It's never a straight line and even the greatest plans usually don't happen the way we expect. yourbrainbyjess.com A few other resources to get you through the last 90 days of 2020! 90-Day Goal Planner Finding Clarity in the Chaos
080: Why More Women Should Work in Construction
August 12, 2020 04:01 - 37 minutes - 51.7 MBWe should have many more women working in construction - the multi-tasking, the creativity, the customer service. GC Stephanie Sharp is changing the face of the construction industry. As an architect, realtor, and General Contractor, she serves high end clients in Utah building custom homes. She shares why this is a viable career option for women and how it compares to other trade industries. Stephanie is setting the bar for women to find their place in the construction industry. As an a...
The Grit List: 7 Tips to Negotiate Your Next Raise
July 27, 2020 04:01 - 8 minutes - 11.4 MBIt doesn't matter if we are in a pandemic, if you provide value to your company you need to paid what you are worth. Take a listen and prepare for that conversation. Tip Jar for Pieces of Grit - show us some love! Other Resources Ask for More Negotiating the Sweet Spot Copper Hive Consulting: Nonprofit Development & Marketing
078: Q&A with Oneya Okuwobi on How to Fight Racism
July 22, 2020 04:01 - 47 minutes - 66 MBOneya Okuwobi, author, doctoral candidate, wife, pastor, and mother, joined a Zoom call with some of the show's listeners who requested time with her to open up about some of the questions they have regarding race. The questions hit on a variety of topics, so be sure you catch the whole thing. Watch the YouTube version. Support Oneya's church: 21st Century Church in Cincinnati Oneya's book: Multiethnic Conversations
The Grit List: Why You Should Give Genuine Compliments
July 20, 2020 04:01 - 9 minutes - 13.2 MBThere aren’t a lot of notes, so just listen. :) Visit www.piecesofgrit.com/resources for more resources to help you on your journey of personal development. Hey, throw a little tip toward Pieces of Grit to say thanks and help keep the show going. Chaos Clarified Book by Rachel Stewart Compliment Resources Compliment Notepad 56 Compliment Cards
The Grit List: Simple Ways to Save More Money
July 13, 2020 04:01 - 6 minutes - 9.61 MBThere aren’t a lot of notes, so just listen. :) Visit www.piecesofgrit.com/resources for more resources to help you on your journey of personal development. Hey, throw a little tip toward Pieces of Grit to say thanks and help keep the show going. Chaos Clarified book Resources to save and budget your money Dave Ramsey How to Save Money
075: Freemason to Mansion: Turning a Temple into a Home
July 08, 2020 04:01 - 39 minutes - 54.9 MBTheresa and her family knew they wanted to leave Southern California at some point. They stumbled onto a vacant freemason temple in a small midwest town and fell in love. Paranormal sightings are not unusual, but it's par for the course with this adventurous woman. Their goal is to not only renovate this historic building, but create space for the community and become hub for connection among their neighbors. Follow Theresa's journey: Free Mason to Mansion Facebook Pieces of Gri...
The Grit List: How to Start Tough Conversations
July 06, 2020 04:01 - 9 minutes - 13.2 MBThere aren’t a lot of notes, so just listen. :) Visit www.piecesofgrit.com/resources for more resources to help you on your journey of personal development. Hey, throw a little tip toward Pieces of Grit to say thanks and help keep the show going. Chaos Clarified book Gritty Downloads Resources for Tough Conversations Have That Difficult Conversation Dare to Lead
The Grit List: 6 Ways to Improve Work/Life Rhythms for Relationships
July 02, 2020 04:01 - 8 minutes - 11.4 MBThere aren’t a lot of notes, so just listen. :) Visit www.piecesofgrit.com/resources for more resources to help you on your journey of personal development. Hey, throw a little tip toward Pieces of Grit to say thanks and help keep the show going. The Five Love Languages
072: How to Support People with Anxiety During COVID and Other Crises
July 01, 2020 16:25 - 39 minutes - 54.5 MBMikala is back on the show to talk about her journey with anxiety, especially the difference pre-COVID and now in the ongoing pandemic. We get into "quarantine-shaming" and all the judgy things people do. My Latest Book Chaos Clarified - A workbook to detangle your life Resources Is It Weird In Here or Is It Just Me? (book) Get Out of Your Head (Jennie Allen) BadAss Ways to End Anxiety and Stop Panic Attacks Facebook Groups Anxiety Support General Anxiety Disorder Suppor...
The Grit List: 5 Reasons to Organize Your Kitchen
June 29, 2020 04:01 - 6 minutes - 8.93 MBThere aren’t a lot of notes, so just listen. :) Visit www.piecesofgrit.com/resources for more resources to help you on your journey of personal development. Hey, throw a little tip toward Pieces of Grit to say thanks and help keep the show going.
The Grit List: How to Be Happier at Work
June 25, 2020 16:00 - 4 minutes - 6.73 MBThere are no notes. Just listen! Chaos Clarified Support Pieces of Grit More at www.piecesofgrit.com
069: WOC Spotlight: Love Must Contain Justice with Courtney Wright
June 24, 2020 04:01 - 43 minutes - 60.1 MBCourtney is a pastor in Atlanta, Ga. Proudly touting her age, she has seen a lot during her 65 years. Through our simple and candid conversation (I have been choosing not to plan these conversations ahead of time) you can hear her perspective on moving forward. There are changes we all need to make, no matter what your color is. We need to live with greater intentionality, understanding, and open hearts. To learn more about Courtney's church and ministry in Atlanta, visit the Word of Fa...
The Grit List: Why You Need to Give Yourself Compliments
June 22, 2020 04:01 - 5 minutes - 7.94 MBThere aren’t a lot of notes, so just listen. :) Visit www.piecesofgrit.com/resources for more resources to help you on your journey of personal development. Hey, throw a little tip toward Pieces of Grit to say thanks and help keep the show going. Resource of the Day: Send someone a compliment
The Grit List: Assess Your Level of Inclusivity
June 18, 2020 04:01 - 5 minutes - 7.99 MBThere aren’t a lot of notes, so just listen. :) Visit www.piecesofgrit.com/resources for more resources to help you on your journey of personal development. Hey, throw a little tip toward Pieces of Grit to say thanks and help keep the show going.
066: WOC Spotlight: Don't Go Back to "Normal" with Oneya Okuwobi
June 17, 2020 04:01 - 40 minutes - 55.2 MBOneya has been a voice in my life for a few years, normalizing the word racist, teaching me to move beyond inclusion and into justice and healing. Her research and her book have spurred me to further reading and understanding. Oneya and her husband are church planters in Cincinnati, working to repair the racial divide. Please consider supporting Oneya's mission in Cincinnati and definitely read her book. Oneya's Church 21st Century Church Her Book: Multi-ethnic Conversations Oneya'...
The Grit List: 5 Steps to Improve Work/Life Rhythms
June 15, 2020 04:01 - 5 minutes - 8.15 MBThere are no notes. Just listen! Chaos Clarified Guidebook Support Pieces of Grit More at www.piecesofgrit.com Resources: Yoga for Stress Relief
The Grit List: How to Develop Patience
June 11, 2020 04:01 - 4 minutes - 6.8 MBThere are only a few notes. Just listen! :) Chaos Clarified Guidebook More at www.piecesofgrit.com Support Pieces of Grit Resources: Perfecting Patience
063: Conscious Leadership: Work Happy, Live Happy, Be Happy.
June 10, 2020 05:00 - 47 minutes - 45.3 MBSupport Pieces of Grit Purchase Chaos Clarified Meredith and I have been friends for almost 30 years. We like to joke that we are the OG virtual workforce, learning to do school as homeschoolers in the 1990s. Meredith has a lot of experience providing leadership coaching in the political and professional realm. Now that she is in a new phase of life - she just got married! - she is shifting gears professionally and taking her coaching out on her own, working with individuals all over ...
The Grit List: Introduction to This New Series
June 08, 2020 04:01 - 4 minutes - 5.89 MBYou'll find very few notes. It's short, just listen! Chaos Clarified Guidebook Support Pieces of Grit Resources: Emotional Intelligence
061: How Women Are Finding Creativity in COVID-19
June 03, 2020 04:01 - 14 minutes - 17.1 MBI reached out to several women in business to find out what they are doing that they might not otherwise have done without the quarantine. I spoke with teachers, entrepreneurs, hair stylists, and newly homeschooling moms. This quarantine season has struck each person in a different way and I love seeing how people are capturing the opportunities in front of them. Take advantage of whatever is in front of you, committing to personal development, health in every area of life, and challenging y...
060: Beauty from Ashes: Uganda
May 27, 2020 04:01 - 45 minutes - 38.5 MBSupport Pieces of Grit Hannah is one of the most beautiful people I know - inside and out. She spent years in Africa helping young moms have safer pregnancies and births. Part of the work she did there was to encourage young women to continue their education and develop confidence to work for themselves and believe that more is possible for them than past generations of Ugandan women. She is currently living in the U.S., but continues to advocate for women in Africa. Foll...
059: Get Out of Your Rut!
May 13, 2020 04:01 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBMy newest book: Chaos Clarified Every aspect of life requires us to be and stay on track. We have to eat well. We have to feed my emotional and spiritual health. This means quiet time in the morning reading, meditating, or praying. It means planning intentional time with friends because even us introverts need people every once in a while. And choosing well the people we hang out with so that it is a mutually refreshing time. And we have to relax every once in a while. The key to ...
058: Freedom Sisters: Uniting Female Veterans with Kerri Jeter
April 29, 2020 04:01 - 54 minutes - 48.3 MBKerri Jeter is an Army veteran with a wild upbringing and a unique journey through the military. She has been a public affairs officer, an OCS trainer (you’ll understand what that means after you listen), and competed and won the Ms. Veteran America competition. Now she is advocating for female vets and creating a safe place for them to process and heal. Freedom Sisters unites women from all over the country to share the common experience of life in the military. Check this episode out a...
057: Use It or Lose It and Things You Should Never Do in the First Place
April 22, 2020 04:01 - 55 minutes - 76.4 MBI have no notes for this. Mikala and I jumped on together to banter about getting older and realizing that things you used to do easily don't stay with you if you don't practice. There are also a ton of annoying things that maybe should never happen in the first place. On a slightly more serious note, all of this came out of the quarantine season, realizing that we wanted to be intentional with our time and either try something new or resurrect something old. Mikala and I both hope that yo...
056: Jenni Catron on Thriving Through Crisis & Disruption
April 21, 2020 17:46 - 50 minutes - 45.6 MBHowever you find yourself leading through this season, Jenni offers great insight into up-leveling your game. Here are a few of the tips she offered for self-assessment and motivation: Crisis can lull us out of complacency Crisis can make both your strengths and weaknesses more obvious Always keep tweaking Essential staff, duties, and responsibilities will rise to the surface Practice flexibility and resilience Name your current reality Finding a new normal (Nothing is actual...
056: Thriving Through Crisis & Disruption with Jenni Catron
April 21, 2020 17:46 - 50 minutes - 45.6 MBHowever you find yourself leading through this season, Jenni offers great insight into up-leveling your game. Here are a few of the tips she offered for self-assessment and motivation: Crisis can lull us out of complacency Crisis can make both your strengths and weaknesses more obvious Always keep tweaking Essential staff, duties, and responsibilities will rise to the surface Practice flexibility and resilience Name your current reality Finding a new normal (Nothing is actual...
055: How to Be an Influence at Any Age
April 01, 2020 04:01 - 45 minutes - 63.2 MBAs a first-generation high school graduate and college student, Kenyetta navigated many barriers in order to have a chance at life outside of socioeconomic disadvantage. Growing up in poverty, she didn't know what an entrepreneur was, but she knew there were people and families who were able to escape the oppression of poverty by owning businesses. From the local grocers, banks, dollar stores, and restaurants, she drew her life’s inspiration. Never thinking she would become a business owner...
055: How to Be an Influencer at Any Age
April 01, 2020 04:01 - 45 minutes - 63 MBAs a first-generation high school graduate and college student, Kenyetta navigated many barriers in order to have a chance at life outside of socioeconomic disadvantage. Growing up in poverty, she didn't know what an entrepreneur was, but she knew there were people and families who were able to escape the oppression of poverty by owning businesses. From the local grocers, banks, dollar stores, and restaurants, she drew her life’s inspiration. Never thinking she would become a business owner...
054: Accessing & Managing Emotions During Coronavirus 2020
March 25, 2020 03:03 - 41 minutes - 57.2 MBThis was an impromptu conversation with my good friend Mikala. Everyone is processing a lot of different emotions as we maneuver through each phase of this virus, then what our life will be when it eases up. I'm not good at finding and processing my emotions, so I have to put a lot of effort into it and be intentional in feeling and connecting. Mikala handles everything in a different way, so it was great to chat with her and challenge you to find healthy ways to get it all out. For o...
053: What a Period Coach Wishes You Knew About Your Cycle
March 18, 2020 05:00 - 54 minutes - 75.7 MBI first learned that a period coach was even a thing just a year ago. I spent so many years of my life believing that symptoms I had around pms and my period were just a fact of life. When I discovered that all the horrible things we are told are normal (cramps, nausea, headaches) do not have to be part of our lives, my mind was blown. I met Courtney and was an instant fan. She’s had a fun and adventurous life, has worked at Whole Foods (which is what I’m going to do in my next life), and ...
053: 4 Phases of Productivity & Functionality for Women: Life Hacks
March 18, 2020 05:00 - 54 minutes - 75.7 MBI first learned that a period coach was even a thing just a year ago. I spent so many years of my life believing that symptoms I had around pms and my period were just a fact of life. When I discovered that all the horrible things we are told are normal (cramps, nausea, headaches) do not have to be part of our lives, my mind was blown. I met Courtney and was an instant fan. She’s had a fun and adventurous life, has worked at Whole Foods (which is what I’m going to do in my next life), and ...