In this episode, we explore one of the most challenging skills in everyday life: learning how to say “no” without guilt, resentment, or unnecessary drama.

Whether it’s a request from family, friends, church, or work, saying no is rarely easy—but it’s essential for protecting your time, energy, and God-given priorities.

What if the opportunities you’re praying for aren’t missing because you’re not hustling hard enough… but because you haven’t yet grown into the woman who can walk through them?

In this episode of Grace Every Day, we’re unpacking a simple but powerful truth: opportunities are a byproduct of growth—not frantic striving.  

In Episode 17 of Grace Every Day, we explore the powerful idea of “self-construction”—the intentional process of building your best self through aligned values, daily actions, and empowering beliefs.  

Just like any great structure, your life needs a strong foundation. This week I share practical tools to help you redesign the blueprint of who you are, one thoughtful choice at a time. You’ll discover how small shifts in mindset can create lasting transformation.

In this episode, we dive into the challenging but essential skill of handling tough conversations when emotions run high and the stakes feel even higher.

Whether it’s a conflict at home, a tense discussion with your spouse, or a difficult moment with family or friends, these “critical” conversations can either build stronger relationships or create lasting damage—depending on how we show up.

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Your brain is literally wired by God to solve problems—but most of us are handing it the wrong ones.

In this episode of Grace Every Day, we unpack how your amazing, God-designed brain works and why scrolling the news or worrying about things you can’t control leaves you drained, anxious, and stuck. Instead, we’ll talk about how to put the right problems in front of it—the ones that actually matter in your marriage, your home, your health, and your husband’s long workdays.

You’ll walk away with simple ways to retrain your focus so you feel healthier, happier, and more present for the life God has given you right now.

Author, speaker, and survivor Ria Story opens up about her personal library and delivers concise, high-impact summaries of the books she has written—from practical leadership frameworks like The Ladder of Influence and PRIME Time to deeply transformative works on resilience, communication, and faith such as Beyond Bound and Broken, Fearfully and Wonderfully Me, and her memoir Ria’s Story: From Ashes to Beauty. She also shares the heart behind her six motivational planning journals designed to help you turn intention into daily action with joy, focus, and purpose.

Whether you’re a leader looking to climb higher, a woman ready to step into your God-given destiny, or anyone navigating change, trauma, or the desire for greater significance, this episode gives you the core wisdom from Ria’s entire body of work in one place. You’ll walk away inspired and reminded that no matter where you started, your next level is within reach.

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In Episode 13 of Grace Every Day, host Ria Story shares her curated list of the top 8 books from other authors that have profoundly influenced her personal and professional development. From reshaping perspectives on leadership and relationships to sparking breakthroughs in self-awareness and purpose, Ria dives into how these transformative reads shifted her thinking and opened doors to new levels of growth. Whether you're seeking inspiration for your own journey or looking to expand your reading list, this episode highlights timeless wisdom that can elevate anyone committed to intentional progress. (Of course, Ria's own books are exceptional resources too—check out The Ladder of Influence®: 5 Steps for Climbing to the Next Level and Beyond and Fearfully and Wonderfully Me: Become the Woman You Are Destined to Be for powerful insights drawn from her experiences.) 

In Episode 12 of Grace Every Day, host Ria Story explores the profound impact of personal development on your mindset, choices, and ultimate success. Drawing from her signature concept, The Ladder of Influence®, Ria explains how intentionally building your character reshapes how you perceive challenges, think about possibilities, and feel about your path forward. Using the relatable analogy of a teenager's evolving worldview—where yesterday's "big problems" seem trivial today—she illustrates that true change comes from within, not from external circumstances. As you grow, you'll naturally make better decisions, leading to expanded influence, more options, and exciting opportunities you never imagined. Ria shares her own journey, from discovering leadership books in 2008 to authoring her own, proving that shifting your thinking can revolutionize your life. Tune in for practical insights on fostering intentional growth and climbing toward greater fulfillment.

In episode #11 of Grace Every Day, host Ria Story is joined by her spouse Mack Story for an engaging discussion on building greater influence in your marriage. With humor and heart, they share relatable stories—like Mack's infamous laundry mishap—and delve into the 5 Love Languages, revealing how his preference for quality time complements her need for words of affirmation. This episode offers practical insights and lighthearted moments to help couples strengthen their connection and increase their influence with one another.

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In episode #10 of Grace Every Day, we explore "The Ladder of Influence®," a straightforward framework for enhancing your influence and impact on friends, family, colleagues, and community.

Beginning at the base with Control of Self—emphasizing physical and emotional discipline through biblical insights like 1 Corinthians 9:27 and Proverbs 16:32—the ladder ascends through Character Development, Competency Development, Commitment to Developing Others, and culminates in Contribution of Service over time. 

This episode empowers listeners to take personal responsibility for building genuine, step-by-step influence in their relationships and spheres of life.

Learn more about The Ladder of Influence®: 5 Steps for Climbing to the Next Level and Beyond at TheLadderOfInfluence.com