"When Life Gives You Chaos, Make a Podcast"

Welcome to the first ever episode of Grit, Grace & Resilience—where we keep it real, raw, and occasionally ridiculous. I’m Michelle DeGrange, and in this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on my story: a wild ride through childhood chaos, undiagnosed ADHD (shoutout to finally figuring that out in adulthood), a 20-year toxic marriage, and the gut-wrenching loss of my sister.

But this isn’t a pity party—it’s a power party. Because somewhere in the mess, I found my voice, my purpose, and my unshakeable belief that women are tougher than life gives us credit for. If you’ve ever felt like you were surviving more than thriving, or if you’ve yelled “what the actual hell?!” at the universe more than once—this is your place.

Let’s laugh, cry, and rise together. Hit play. You’re not alone anymore.

takeaways

• This podcast is for women who have done really hard things.
• Chaos was my normal growing up, and I didn't know any different.
• I became a chameleon, losing track of who I was.
• ADHD diagnosis brought clarity and understanding to my life.
• Leaving my abusive marriage was walking towards myself for the first time.
• I had to learn how to parent two grieving girls after my sister's death.
• Friendships are like leaves and branches on a tree; some are temporary, some are lifelong.
• I finally understand my purpose through my pain.
• This podcast is a space for women to share their stories of resilience.
• In the hardest seasons, there is hope and healing.