Grit ‘n’ Grace: The Podcast for Highly Sensitive Christian Women

Does decision-making leave you feeling pushed around — by others and even by your own brain?

For so many Highly Sensitive Persons, high-stakes choices can feel like we’re navigating a minefield while wearing a blindfold!

In this episode, my analytically-minded son Jonathon reveals how external pressure can sway us during important decisions. And I’ll share strategies to calm the inner turmoil ...

When you feel like you’re always second-guessing yourself, it’s tempting to idealize being a "one-and-done" decision-maker!  But what if changing your mind isn't a sign of weakness but actually a sign of wisdom?

In this episode, we're tackling the myth that Highly Sensitive Persons are “wishy-washy.” You’ll learn how “trying on” different options can

• free you from the guilt of sunk costs,
• help you honor your real-time needs, ...

In a world that idealizes instant answers and snap decisions, Highly Sensitive Persons often get labeled hesitant ... indecisive ... over-thinking.

But what if your HSP brain and body are not motivated by being told to “Hurry Up”? What if your soul responds to pressure by asking, “Can we please slow down?” What if you need a counter-cultural approach to decision-making?

In this episode, I share a real-life story of navigating a bi...

Why does getting what you want sometimes feel so wrong? You finally speak up, advocate for yourself, and even win—but instead of feeling victorious, you’re hit with guilt, second-guessing, or a sudden urge to backtrack. What is up with that? 

Well, in this episode, I’m sharing a real-life situation that left me wondering ...

• why asking for what I want feels so uncomfortable
• why getting what I want can feel so much worse than ...

Do you sometimes get caught up in the cycle of feeling ‘not enough’? If so, you’re not alone! In this episode, Amy Carroll returns as my guest co-host, and we get real about the questions of “enough-ness” that so many of us wrestle with, especially as Highly Sensitive Christian Women.

In this deeply personal conversation, Amy opens her heart around the worry Am I enough? while I share my life-long struggles with wond...

Are you the person everyone turns to — because you’re the peacemaker, the caregiver, the one who always says yes — but deep down you’re running on empty?

In this honest and hope-filled conversation, guest co-host Danielle Grosse explores "the Heart of a Helper" and helps us understand why those of us who love to serve often struggle to receive. She shares

• why it’s so difficult to admit when we need help,
• how we can let others...

Have you ever had someone tell you, “You’re just imagining things,” or “It can’t be that loud” (or that bright or that itchy)?

If you’re a Highly Sensitive Person, you’ve been there. Other people’s reactions to your heightened perceptions can feel isolating, even invalidating. But your experiences aren’t wrong; they’re uniquely yours.

So in this episode, we’re looking at how our DNA shapes the way we sense and respo...

Have you ever felt crushed under the weight of a mistake, convinced it’s too big to fix? Whether it’s a literal mess or a relational misstep, we often respond by piling on guilt, shame, and endless self-blame. But what if there’s another way? In this episode, I share the story of a literal spill that led to a deep reflection on responsibility, self-blame, and the...

Do you ever feel hesitant to speak up for yourself? Today we’re taking a deep dive into the messy and rewarding realities of candid communication!

From navigating subtle hints to standing firm in your voice, guest co-host Amy Carroll and I share personal stories, practical insights, and a paradigm shift that caught me off-guard. You'll discover why “clarity is kind,...

Do you love dreaming, brainstorming, and making big plans … but then get completely stuck when it’s time to actually #DoTheThing? As the year wraps up, it’s easy to look back at 2024 and feel disappointed (and maybe even guilty) over all the things you meant to do but didn’t quite get to.

Friend, you are not alone! HSPs often stall out when the details become overwhelming or resistance starts creeping in. 

So in this episode, we'...

Have you ever found yourself dreading holiday travel, parties, and programs — while everyone around you seems sooo excited?

For many of us, all the seasonal festivities can quickly become an overwhelming avalanche of stress, overstimulation, and exhaustion. And then, we end up feeling guilty for not being able to “just roll with it” … or even ashamed that we can’t focus on “the reason for the season.”

So today, we’re...

Have you ever felt like your big heart and deep emotions are both a gift and a challenge?

If you’ve struggled with burnout — or wondered how to make a difference without losing yourself — this conversation is for you. 

Today's guest co-host, Dorcas Cheng-Tozun, shares how to ...

• use your emotional intensity and empathy as strengths …  

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During holidays, many of us feel the bittersweet tension between joy and grief … especially when there’s an empty chair at the table.

This week's guest co-host, Cheri Fletcher, is here to share a glimpse into her journey through the uncharted territory of grief after losing her beloved daughter Annie more than a year ago. She offers candid encouragement and practical tools to help us honor our loved ones, navigate heavy emotions, ...

Have you ever felt like a failure at gratitude? Like no matter how many lists you make or journals you keep, this whole “giving thanks” thing (which seems to work for everyone else) just doesn’t “work” for you?

In this episode, Cheri Gregory and Lori Margo discuss why typical gratitude practices can fall flat, and introduce a fresh, faith-filled alternative: “Tracking God.”

This simple yet powerful approach helps you notice God’s...

Are you tired of tying yourself into a pretzel just to prove you're not “high maintenance”? In this episode of Grit ‘n’ Grace — The Podcast for Highly Sensitive Christian Women, Cheri Gregory shares three simple but life-changing habits to help you stop merely surviving and start truly thriving as a Highly Sensitive Person. Learn how to stop force-fitting yourself, discover what genuinely works for you, and find assura...

Have you spent your life hearing, “You’re just TOO sensitive?”

Are you tired of the overthinking, overwhelm, and exhaustion that come with being a highly sensitive person (HSP)? Ready to stop worrying that something’s wrong with you and start  understanding and nurturing yourself as an HSP?

Welcome to Grit ‘n’ Grace—The Podcast for Highly Sensitive Christian woman. Your safe haven. I’m your host, Cheri Gr...

What happens when you step away from what you thought defined you? In this heartfelt episode, Cheri and Amy reunite for their 2024 “Catch-Up Convo,” sharing their personal journeys of transformation over the past 14 months. Amy opens up about leaving behind vocational ministry to dive into a completely new real estate adventure, while Cheri reflects on the power of self-compassion in difficult seasons. Together, they discuss findin...