What if a few simple words could shift your entire day—or your life?
In this heartfelt and hilarious episode of Girls Gone Gritty, Farley, Darian, and Jennifer unpack the power of mantras: those short, soul-anchoring phrases that help us stay grounded, resilient, and focused. From “I am enough” to “You can if you think you can,” the trio shares personal stories, parenting wins, and even a touching group exercise to help you create and share your own mantra. You’ll also hear about Bethany Hamilton’s incredible comeback after a shark attack and why positive affirmations matter more than ever in a chaotic world.
Whether you're recovering from a tough season, chasing big goals, or just trying to pack smarter for vacation, this episode offers grit, grace, and a whole lot of inspiration.
Episode Highlights:
(0:00) Intro
(1:30) Summer plans & packing woes
(3:07) Top 3 news stories of the week
(6:38) Why mantras matter
(8:14) “You can if you think you can” story
(10:46) Creating mantras that empower
(12:27) A powerful circle mantra exercise
(15:53) Mantras from family and faith
(19:21) Boosting confidence with affirmations
(23:15) Dinner table mantra challenge
(24:00) Bethany Hamilton's inspiring story
(26:43) Song of the week: “We Are the Champions”
(28:42) Outro
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