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What if the life you loved… the family you built… and the future you imagined suddenly came crashing down all around you?

Whether you’re a mother, a father, someone grieving, someone struggling, or simply someone trying to hold onto faith in a difficult season of life… this episode may be exactly what your heart needs today.

In this deeply emotional and unforgettable conversation, Kevin sits down with Amber Emily Smith for one of the most powerful episodes ever shared on Grit, Grace, & Inspiration.

Originally released in October 2025, this episode quickly became a listener favorite — and for Mother’s Day, we are bringing it back as a special #FanFav Episode.

Amber speaks openly and honestly about...

The dream life she and her husband were building,

Motherhood and raising three beautiful children,

The heartbreaking loss of their son, River,

The unimaginable grief that followed,

And the unexpected miracle that would come next.

But this conversation is about so much more than loss. It’s about what happens when faith becomes more than just something you say you believe. It’s about surviving the moments that should break you. It’s about learning how to keep living when your heart doesn’t know how. And ultimately… it’s about hope.

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This podcast is designed specifically for those seeking healing from trauma, relief from anxiety, overcoming fear of the unknown, resolving isolation, rebuilding self-worth, confronting guilt and shame, personal growth after trauma, finding their life's purpose, recovering from emotional distress, conquering limiting beliefs, navigating identity shifts, building resilience, rebuilding relationships, coping with chronic pain, searching for spiritual direction, embracing inner strength, cultivating hope, overcoming self-doubt, reclaiming their future, and experiencing post-traumatic growth.

What would you do if you had 20 seconds to realize you were dying… and couldn’t do anything to stop it?

In this episode, you’ll step into a true story where those 20 seconds changed everything—and what came after is even more powerful.

There are moments in life that don’t just disrupt your plans—they rewrite your entire identity. And when that happens, most people aren’t struggling with motivation… they’re struggling with how to keep going when everything familiar is gone. This episode speaks directly to that moment—the one where life no longer looks like you thought it would, and you’re left figuring out what comes next.

• Get ready to discover how to rebuild your life after a moment that changes everything—without waiting to feel “ready”
• Learn what it really takes to move from survival mode into purpose, growth, and meaning
• Understand how to turn pain, loss, and unexpected detours into something that actually strengthens who you become

In this powerful, deeply human conversation, you’ll hear the full journey of Melissa Strong—a woman whose life was already taking unexpected turns before one single moment changed everything.

You’ll walk with her through the path that led up to that moment…

The terrifying, life-altering experience of being electrocuted and unable to escape…

And most importantly, the long, grueling road that followed.

But what makes this episode unforgettable isn’t just what happened to her.

It’s who she chose to become because of it.

This is a story about breaking… rebuilding… and discovering a strength you didn’t know you had until life demanded it from you. It’s about identity, resilience, purpose—and what it truly means to keep going when everything in you has a reason to stop.

And if you stay until the end, you’ll hear something incredibly special—a custom song created from this very conversation, capturing the heart of her journey in a way words alone never could.

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📖 Purchase Melissa Strong's book, Climbing Through on Amazon

🧗‍♀️ Visit Melissa's Website: MelissaIStrong.com

Press play now—because this is one of those rare conversations that doesn’t just inspire you in the moment… it stays with you when life gets real.

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© 2026 Grit, Grace, & Inspiration

This podcast is designed specifically for those seeking healing from trauma, relief from anxiety, overcoming fear of the unknown, resolving isolation, rebuilding self-worth, confronting guilt and shame, personal growth after trauma, finding their life's purpose, recovering from emotional distress, conquering limiting beliefs, navigating identity shifts, building resilience, rebuilding relationships, coping with chronic pain, searching for spiritual direction, embracing inner strength, cultivating hope, overcoming self-doubt, reclaiming their future, and experiencing post-traumatic growth.

Have you ever found yourself sitting in your car, staring straight ahead, thinking…

“This is not where I thought my life would be.”

Maybe something ended.

Maybe something changed.

Or maybe life just didn’t go the way you planned.

And now you’re caught in this tension—

Trying to move forward… while still holding on to what you’ve lost.

Here’s the truth no one really tells you:

You don’t have to “get over it” to start moving forward.

In today’s episode, you’ll discover how to stop feeling stuck between grief and growth—and instead learn how they can actually work together.

• Why feeling “stuck” is more common (and more fixable) than you think
• The hidden reason you feel guilty for moving forward
• How to stop waiting until you feel “okay” to take your next step
• The 3 simple mindset shifts that allow grief and growth to coexist
• How to begin rebuilding your life without ignoring your past

Inside this episode, I walk you through a powerful, real-life framework:

1. Grace – Stop judging yourself for where you are

2. Growth – Learn how to move forward without pretending nothing happened

3. Gratitude – Find small moments of light, even in heavy seasons

These aren’t theories.

These are practical shifts you can start using today.

• You feel stuck between your past and your future
• You’re tired of carrying the weight but don’t know how to let go
• You feel guilty for wanting to move forward
• You’re ready for change—but unsure where to start

You can carry the pain…

and still move forward.

You can honor what you’ve lost…

and still build what’s next.

You don’t have to choose between grieving and growing.

This might be the episode that helps you take your first real step forward—

not by leaving your past behind…

but by learning how to carry it differently.

I hope you enjoyed today's episode! If there is ever anything I can do for you, please don't hesitate to reach out. Below, you will find ALL the places and ALL the ways to connect!

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© 2026 Grit, Grace, & Inspiration

This podcast is designed specifically for those seeking healing from trauma, relief from anxiety, overcoming fear of the unknown, resolving isolation, rebuilding self-worth, confronting guilt and shame, personal growth after trauma, finding their life's purpose, recovering from emotional distress, conquering limiting beliefs, navigating identity shifts, building resilience, rebuilding relationships, coping with chronic pain, searching for spiritual direction, embracing inner strength, cultivating hope, overcoming self-doubt, reclaiming their future, and experiencing post-traumatic growth.

Have you ever looked at your life and thought… “This isn’t what I planned.” Not even close. Maybe something changed. Maybe something ended. Maybe life just didn’t turn out the way you thought it would. And now you’re left trying to figure out… How do I move forward from here?

Here’s the truth most people don’t talk about: It’s not just what happened that’s hard… it’s letting go of the life you thought you were going to live. In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most important mindset shifts you can make:

"Just because life looks different… doesn’t mean it still can’t be good."

If you’ve been stuck comparing your life to what it used to be… or what you thought it would be… this episode is for you.

By the end of this episode, you’ll walk away with:

• A powerful mindset shift to help you stop fighting your current reality
• A new way to think about “different” that opens the door to possibility
• A simple 3-step framework to help you start moving forward again
• The permission you may need to love your life again—even now

Life doesn’t always go according to plan. And when it doesn’t, it’s easy to feel stuck—stuck in the past, stuck in comparison, stuck in disappointment. But what if the problem isn’t your life… what if it’s the way you’re looking at it? In this episode, Kevin shares a deeply personal and practical message about:

• Why we struggle more with unmet expectations than with reality itself
• The dangerous belief that “different means worse”
• How to shift your focus from what’s gone to what’s still possible
• What it really takes to rebuild your life from where you are right now

Because even if life isn’t what you imagined… it can still become something meaningful, fulfilling, and even better than you expected.

If this episode resonates with you, take a moment and ask yourself: “What is still possible for me right now?” Then choose one small step forward. And if you know someone who’s struggling with where life has taken them, share this episode with them. It might be exactly what they need.

If you haven’t already, be sure to follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify so you never miss an episode. And if this message impacted you, a quick rating and review left for the show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify would be appreciated.... Would love to hear your thoughts on the show!

If you’re walking through a tough season and need someone to talk to, you don’t have to do it alone. Reach out to Kevin directly via the website: GritGraceInspiration.com or by simply sending Kevin an email to ([email protected])

Lastly, please understand that this is not just another episode. It’s a reminder: Your life may be different than you imagined… but that doesn't mean it still can't be great!

I hope you enjoyed today's episode! If there is ever anything I can do for you, please don't hesitate to reach out. Below, you will find ALL the places and ALL the ways to connect!

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© 2026 Grit, Grace, & Inspiration

This podcast is designed specifically for those seeking healing from trauma, relief from anxiety, overcoming fear of the unknown, resolving isolation, rebuilding self-worth, confronting guilt and shame, personal growth after trauma, finding their life's purpose, recovering from emotional distress, conquering limiting beliefs, navigating identity shifts, building resilience, rebuilding relationships, coping with chronic pain, searching for spiritual direction, embracing inner strength, cultivating hope, overcoming self-doubt, reclaiming their future, and experiencing post-traumatic growth.

Have you ever felt like life’s pain is too heavy to bear? That in your darkest moments, as unanswered prayers echo in the night, you’re left wondering, “If God is real, why would He let bad things happen?" Today, join me on a deeply personal journey through sorrow, struggle, and faith as I share stories from my own life that reveal hope amidst heartbreak.

*This episode originally aired on April 22, 2025 as part of my Easter Special. Some mentioned links and resources may no longer be available, but for any inquiries or questions, reach out to Kevin directly via the website: www.GritGraceInspiration.com

• If you’re questioning why you’re facing pain and suffering...
• If you feel overwhelmed by unanswered prayers and life’s hardships...
• If you’re looking for authentic insights on personal growth and emotional healing...
• Or if you’re ready to reclaim your life and explore the power of faith...

Then yes, today's episode was in fact recorded specifically for you!

In this episode, I dive deep into one of the toughest questions we often hesitate to ask out loud—why does God allow pain?

From too many times in hospital waiting rooms and quiet nights filled with unanswered prayers to moments in everyday life that brought me to tears, I share three life-changing stories. Each story is a testament to the truth that even when life feels unbearable, God is there.

I explore the raw, real moments of vulnerability that ultimately led me to understand that faith isn’t about having an easy life—it’s about finding strength, healing, and unexpected grace in the midst of hardship.

If you could use a reminder that even on your hardest day God is still there, then press play on today's episode.

I hope you enjoyed today's episode! If there is ever anything I can do for you, please don't hesitate to reach out. Below, you will find ALL the places and ALL the ways to connect!

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© 2026 Grit, Grace, & Inspiration

This podcast is designed specifically for those seeking healing from trauma, relief from anxiety, overcoming fear of the unknown, resolving isolation, rebuilding self-worth, confronting guilt and shame, personal growth after trauma, finding their life's purpose, recovering from emotional distress, conquering limiting beliefs, navigating identity shifts, building resilience, rebuilding relationships, coping with chronic pain, searching for spiritual direction, embracing inner strength, cultivating hope, overcoming self-doubt, reclaiming their future, and experiencing post-traumatic growth.

CLICK TO HEAR THIS SAME STORY TURNED INTO A SONG: One More Step by K-Lowe Music!

At some point, life will hit you in a way you didn’t see coming—loss, responsibility, pain, or a moment that forces you to ask, “Can I do this?” This episode speaks directly to that moment… and what it actually takes to move forward when everything in you wants to stop.

In this deeply emotional and powerful conversation, you’ll hear the journey of Colin Potts, a man who faced more than most people could ever imagine—losing his brother to suicide, stepping into the role of caregiver for his dying mother, and then being hit with a life-altering physical challenge that would test everything he believed about himself.

But this episode isn’t just about what happened to him. It’s about what he chose to do because of what happened.

It’s about the moments where giving up feels like the only option… and yet you make the decision to take one more step anyway.

It's about faith—not as a concept, but as something that gets forged in the hardest, most uncertain seasons of life.

If you’ve ever wondered whether you have what it takes to keep going, press play—this story will show you what’s possible, just by taking one more step!

Colin Potts is the Chief Operating Officer of Regenerative Orthopedics & Sports Medicine (ROSM), overseeing nine clinics and a team of nineteen providers. With over thirteen years in regenerative medicine, Colin has helped expand ROSM’s services, including launching the Regenerative Pelvic Institute and Regenerative Aesthetics & Cosmetic Medicine. A passionate advocate for amputees and people with disabilities, Colin shares his own journey of overcoming adversity—like the loss of his leg and his brother—to inspire others. With a warm smile and an infectious positivity, Colin is dedicated to teaching others the importance of resilience, acceptance, and finding joy after loss.

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https://www.colinqpotts.com/

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/colinqpotts/

Instagram

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https://www.tiktok.com/@colinqpotts

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© 2026 Grit, Grace, & Inspiration

This podcast is designed specifically for those seeking healing from trauma, relief from anxiety, overcoming fear of the unknown, resolving isolation, rebuilding self-worth, confronting guilt and shame, personal growth after trauma, finding their life's purpose, recovering from emotional distress, conquering limiting beliefs, navigating identity shifts, building resilience, rebuilding relationships, coping with chronic pain, searching for spiritual direction, embracing inner strength, cultivating hope, overcoming self-doubt, reclaiming their future, and experiencing post-traumatic growth.

What would you do differently today if you truly understood that life isn’t measured in time—but in the love you give and the impact you leave behind?

In this deeply moving episode, Kevin shares the story of a 12-year-old girl named Jenna—whose life, loss, and legacy became an unexpected wake-up call. After attending her memorial service, he was left wrestling with a powerful question:

if a young girl can leave behind this much love and impact in just 12 years, what are we doing with the time we’ve been given?

This episode is a raw and honest reflection for anyone who has been putting off what matters most. So, if you're ready to...

Gain a new perspective on what truly defines a meaningful life

Be reminded why expressing love now matters more than waiting for the “right time”

And feel a renewed urgency to stop postponing your life and start making an impact today

Then it's time you press play to experience a powerful reminder that love should be spoken, life shouldn’t be delayed, and the impact you leave starts right now.

Pairing a natural talent for creative writing with today's leading technology, Kevin is able to capture your story and turn it into music!

Visit KLoweMusic.com to get started!

I hope you enjoyed today's episode! If there is ever anything I can do for you, please don't hesitate to reach out. Below, you will find ALL the places and ALL the ways to connect!

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© 2026 Grit, Grace, & Inspiration

This podcast is designed specifically for those seeking healing from trauma, relief from anxiety, overcoming fear of the unknown, resolving isolation, rebuilding self-worth, confronting guilt and shame, personal growth after trauma, finding their life's purpose, recovering from emotional distress, conquering limiting beliefs, navigating identity shifts, building resilience, rebuilding relationships, coping with chronic pain, searching for spiritual direction, embracing inner strength, cultivating hope, overcoming self-doubt, reclaiming their future, and experiencing post-traumatic growth.

This may be one of the most life-changing conversations you ever hear. Today's #FanFav episode explores one man's story that reveals how you can still move forward even when rejection, poverty, and painful childhood experiences try to disqualify your future.

In this inspiring episode, Kevin Lowe sits down with Reginald D. to talk about overcoming rejection, healing from childhood wounds, and walking boldly in your God-given purpose.

Reginald shares his personal story of growing up with deep emotional pain, facing bullying and lack, and battling the lies spoken over him from a young age. He also opens up about the life-changing moment when repeated dreams made it clear that God was calling him into ministry.

This episode is a powerful reminder that your past does not disqualify your future. If you are in a season of waiting, healing, or searching for clarity, this conversation will encourage you to keep going.

• How to move beyond rejection and painful labels
• Why seasons of delay can prepare you for purpose
• How faith and obedience can lead to clarity and calling

Let this be the moment you let go of past trauma and no longer allow it to dictate your future!

Visit His Website: RealTalkWithReginaldD.com

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© 2026 Grit, Grace, & Inspiration

This podcast is designed specifically for those seeking healing from trauma, relief from anxiety, overcoming fear of the unknown, resolving isolation, rebuilding self-worth, confronting guilt and shame, personal growth after trauma, finding their life's purpose, recovering from emotional distress, conquering limiting beliefs, navigating identity shifts, building resilience, rebuilding relationships, coping with chronic pain, searching for spiritual direction, embracing inner strength, cultivating hope, overcoming self-doubt, reclaiming their future, and experiencing post-traumatic growth.

Your brain learned how to survive the storm, but it hasn't learned how to survive the calm. Today, we begin the process to change that!

After surviving something difficult—a diagnosis, a divorce, job loss, or another life-altering challenge—you’d expect life to finally feel normal again. But for many people, the fear doesn’t leave when the crisis ends. Instead, the mind keeps waiting for the next disaster… the next piece of bad news… the other shoe to drop.

In this 437th episode of Grit, Grace, & Inspiration, Kevin Lowe shares why this happens and how to retrain your mind to stop living in survival mode after the storm has already passed.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why your brain stays stuck in survival mode long after the crisis ends
• A powerful way to retrain your mind to stop expecting the worst
• 4 practical mindset shifts that can help you release fear and start living again

Press play now to learn how to stop waiting for the other shoe to drop—and finally start living the life you fought so hard to keep.

I hope you enjoyed today's episode! If there is ever anything I can do for you, please don't hesitate to reach out. Below, you will find ALL the places and ALL the ways to connect!

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© 2026 Grit, Grace, & Inspiration

This podcast is designed specifically for those seeking healing from trauma, relief from anxiety, overcoming fear of the unknown, resolving isolation, rebuilding self-worth, confronting guilt and shame, personal growth after trauma, finding their life's purpose, recovering from emotional distress, conquering limiting beliefs, navigating identity shifts, building resilience, rebuilding relationships, coping with chronic pain, searching for spiritual direction, embracing inner strength, cultivating hope, overcoming self-doubt, reclaiming their future, and experiencing post-traumatic growth.

Have you ever sat in your car, knowing you need to walk into something difficult—but feeling like you just can’t do it?

That moment when your hand is on the steering wheel, the engine is off, and everything inside you is telling you to walk away… but you know you can’t. You know you have to face what’s waiting on the other side of that door.

We all experience moments where life feels overwhelming—whether it’s a tough conversation, a stressful day at work, difficult medical news, a relationship challenge, or a decision that feels bigger than our strength.

In this episode of Grit, Grace, & Inspiration, host Kevin Lowe dives into what he calls the “parking garage moment."

It’s that powerful moment in life when you feel like quitting, when exhaustion and fear hit at the same time, and when moving forward feels almost impossible.

But it’s also the moment where you still hold the power to make one more decision—to take one more step forward.

If you’ve ever felt emotionally drained, mentally exhausted, or like you simply don’t have anything left to give, this episode is for you.

Inside this episode, you’ll discover:

• How to find strength even when you feel mentally, emotionally, and physically drained
• A powerful mindset shift that redefines what true strength and perseverance really look like
• Three practical strategies to help you move forward when life feels overwhelming and you want to give up

These tools will help you navigate the moments when quitting feels easier than continuing.

Sometimes the biggest breakthroughs don’t happen during our strongest moments—they happen during our breakdowns.

This episode will challenge the way you think about resilience, showing you how one small decision—like opening the car door and stepping forward—can completely change the trajectory of your life.

If you're facing a difficult moment right now, this conversation will give you the motivation and practical tools to keep moving forward.

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I hope you enjoyed today's episode! If there is ever anything I can do for you, please don't hesitate to reach out. Below, you will find ALL the places and ALL the ways to connect!

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© 2026 Grit, Grace, & Inspiration

This podcast is designed specifically for those seeking healing from trauma, relief from anxiety, overcoming fear of the unknown, resolving isolation, rebuilding self-worth, confronting guilt and shame, personal growth after trauma, finding their life's purpose, recovering from emotional distress, conquering limiting beliefs, navigating identity shifts, building resilience, rebuilding relationships, coping with chronic pain, searching for spiritual direction, embracing inner strength, cultivating hope, overcoming self-doubt, reclaiming their future, and experiencing post-traumatic growth.