Episodes

I hope you had a chance to listen to the episode with Emily Baker last week on what exactly is grace. She brought such wisdom! Grace is such a simple word, but so complex. It took me years to learn to give myself grace in my health journey. For so long, I was bound by rules and expectations I was never meant to live. In His mercy, God gently pulled me out and taught me I take care of my body so I can do what He is calling me to do … not so it will look a certain way. Today we are filtering grac...

I am beyond blessed to have a lot of friends. Today I want to introduce you to one group of them. The women on today’s show represent half of my core group of college friends. Collectively, our group has had countless experiences together and I can’t tell you how cherished and dear they are to me. We’ve been through marriages and divorces, babies and launching adults and now caring for our older parents. We’ve tried to support each other as best we can during these individual seasons. Right now...

The word, "grace," is small, yet has such a robust meaning. Today I talk with Emily Baker about its meaning, the opposite of grace (shame) and much more. Find the full show notes including links, resources, and a picture of Emily and I around 1985 at www.gracedhealth.com/emilybakergrace Connect with Emily: www.shopebdesigns.com Instagram: @emilybaker_ebdesigns Connect with Amy: Facebook: Graced Health Podcast Group Instagram: @gracedhealth Do you ever feel shame because you’re not following al...

Graced Health was never in my plan. I was perfectly fine going along with my life until God took my heart and stirred it. Today's episode shares the story of this, the genesis of Graced Health, and how you can take the same principles to see what God may be trying to tell you. In today's episode I discuss: The story of how God took me from unsettled to starting Graced Health The power of taking intentional time with God Why it's still hard for me to do this consistently Resources and links ...

I don't know about you, but I'm having a hard time wrangling my emotions, thoughts, and feelings about all things COVID-19. With that comes the tendency to dismiss some feelings, while deeply sensing others. My spinning head can't land in one place, and I certainly am not focused enough for self care, let alone smart self care.​ Enter Elizabeth Barbour. Elizabeth is a passionate advocate for smart, sustainable self-care—especially for women who are juggling the demands of career, family, and li...

Join me in my conversation with the lovely Reverend Donna Owusu-Ansah. In today's episode we discuss: Her path from being an art teacher to a pastor Finding health, self care and grace in being a pastor, wife, and mother Practicing self care when all your responsibilities take so much The power of being outside and moving Running as a spiritual discipline as a well as a sport Managing the role as being “Reverend Runner Mother” in her Black Girls Run community Where to start when you don’t...

When I scheduled my episode release calendar several months ago, I had no idea how much I would need today's verse. Today we dig into the attributes Paul speaks of in Colossians 3:12: compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. This time, we discover how we can apply these to ourselves. Yes, this applies to our physical health, but in the midst of COVID-19 it takes on a whole new perspective. Resources and links mentioned: Graced Health 14-day devotional 12 ways to listen to your...

I've been sitting on this interview since January and I'm SO EXCITED to finally be able to share it! Tune in for today's conversation with Christina Chismar, MSW, LCSW as we discuss raising our daughters (and sons) with a healthy body image. In today's episode we discuss: Clown Therapy Becoming authentically ok in your own skin Accept the facts of the body God gave you The mom’s (and dad’s) role in raising her daughter with positive body image The two places your adolescent is in with rega...

If you haven't met Dr. Melody Stevens you are in for a real treat! Dr. Melody brings her own journey of health and faith and speaks of finding our worthiness and confidence in Christ so we can do what we're called to do. In today's episode we discuss: How looking at our health from the physical context only short circuits what we need The importance of a holistic approach to our health The importance of nurturing our soul Worthiness, shame, and where we place our identity Testing the words ...

Hey there I’m Amy Connell. Welcome to the Graced Health podcast. I’m a personal trainer who wants you to know your eating, movement, and body don’t have to be perfect, you just need to be able to do what you are called to do. This podcast is for women who want simple and grace-filled ways to take care of themselves and enjoy a little chocolate in the process. Today's episode is the first in series three of the Graced Health podcast: In the Word. I have to admit, I'm nervous stepping into this ...