The Grace Cycle Show

By Karen Dittman

Are you a Christian mom in midlife longing for deeper connection with God—but feeling burned out from trying harder?

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April 25, 2026How Do You Survive the Loss of a Child? Finding Grace in Grief with Jody Hudson
Get a copy of the chapter “Grace: God’s Power to Crush the Impossible” from Thriving in Grace: Unleashing Wellness from a Biblical Perspective at karenadittman.com
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Connect with Jody at https://alexhudsonlymefoundation.com
How do you go on after losing a child?
Where is God in prolonged suffering—and in the moment of goodbye?
And what does faith look like when healing doesn’t come the way you prayed for?
In this episode of The Grace Cycle Show, Karen Dittman talks with Jody Hudson, who shares the story of her daughter Alex’s 10-year battle with undiagnosed Lyme disease—and the grief, faith, and surrender that followed her passing at age 22.
Jody opens up about:
Alex’s long and difficult journey to diagnosis, including treatment efforts across the country
The emotional and spiritual toll of watching a child suffer without clear answers
A sacred final moment when Jody gave Alex permission to let go—and Alex passed peacefully
She also shares her own life story:
Growing up in foster care and being adopted into a home marked by alcoholism
Walking through divorce and financial loss
And how learning to release control and trust God reshaped her faith over time
Out of her grief, Jody chose to build something that helps others:
Founding the Alex Hudson Lyme Foundation to support research, treatment access, and education
Creating a Lyme disease awareness patch for Girl Scouts
Writing her book, My Promise to Alex, with proceeds supporting the foundation
This episode is for anyone asking:
“How do I live with grief that never fully goes away?”
“Can I still trust God after losing someone I love?”
“What does surrender actually look like in real life?”
“How can I honor someone I’ve lost in a meaningful way?”
If you’re carrying grief—or walking closely with someone who is—this conversation offers a quiet but powerful reminder: grace doesn’t remove the pain, but it can hold you through it and help you keep loving, even after loss.
00:00 Suffering and Grace
00:38 Jody Story Begins
02:13 Choosing to Show Up
03:49 Surrendering Control
08:44 Alex Lyme Journey
11:41 Diagnosis and Final Year
14:35 Parting Gift and Hope
19:28 Foundation and Legacy
22:29 Writing the Book
26:13 Get Involved and Resources
27:32 Key Takeaway and Closing
28:54 Host Wrap Up Grace
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April 02, 2026Can Dyslexia Be an Advantage? What Actually Helps Kids Learn to Read with Russell Van Brocklen
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Connect with Russel at https://dyslexiaclasses.com/
Why is my child struggling to read—and what actually helps?
Is dyslexia a lifelong limitation, or can it become a strength?
And how do you keep hope when learning feels impossible?
In this episode of The Grace Cycle Show, Karen Dittman talks with Russell Van Brocklen, who shares his personal journey with dyslexia, the setbacks he faced in higher education, and the breakthroughs he now attributes to God’s grace.
Russell explains:
What’s happening in the brain with dyslexia—including differences in reading activation and word processing
Why many traditional approaches fall short
And how dyslexia can become an advantage when taught the right way
He also demonstrates a practical, structured method that helps students build:
Reading, spelling, and grammar through typing-based sentence work
Confidence by using topics tied to a child’s interests (“specialty”)
Accuracy through reading aloud and self-correction
Mastery through intentional repetition and rewriting
Russell shares real-world outcomes from:
A low-cost education program with measurable improvement
A homeschool case where a student’s reading and writing scores increased dramatically in under a year
The conversation also explores:
How to move into more advanced writing using themes, quotes, and structured reasoning (“warrants”)
Why persistence, encouragement, and the right tools matter more than labels
And how faith shapes resilience when learning feels discouraging
This episode is for anyone asking:
“What actually works for dyslexia?”
“Can my child catch up in reading and writing?”
“How do I help a struggling learner without frustration or shame?”
“Is there hope when school isn’t working?”
Russell’s message is both practical and hopeful: with the right approach, what once felt impossible can become a pathway to strength—and grace meets us in the process.
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March 26, 2026How Do You Stop Feeling “Not Enough”? Finding Courage and Starting Over with Bernice McDonald
Get a copy of the chapter “Grace: God’s Power to Crush the Impossible” from Thriving in Grace: Unleashing Wellness from a Biblical Perspective at karenadittman.com
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Connect with Bernice at tinybravesteps.com
What if the voice telling you you’re “not enough” has been shaping your entire life?
How do you start over after a major life change—especially in midlife?
And how do you move forward when fear feels louder than faith?
In this episode of The Grace Cycle Show, Karen Dittman talks with Berniece McDonald, who shares her journey from striving and self-doubt into a life marked by courage, clarity, and God’s grace.
Berniece opens up about:
Growing up with a deep belief that she was “not enough”
How that belief shaped her identity, relationships, and first marriage
The turning point of leaving that marriage after 24 years and starting over in a new city
During six years of singleness, Berniece began doing the deeper work of transformation:
Facing fear instead of avoiding it
Asking, “Who gets to define who I am?”
Training in healthy relationships and coaching practices
Using tools like externalizing fear and keeping a strengths journal
She now helps midlife women move from “not enough” to “brave enough” through what she calls tiny brave steps—small, consistent choices that build real courage over time.
Berniece also shares:
How she met her current husband in an unexpected, ordinary moment
Practical ways to take your next step—even when you feel afraid
And how grace creates space for growth without shame
This episode is for anyone asking:
“Why do I always feel like I’m falling short?”
“Is it too late for me to change my life?”
“How do I rebuild after divorce or a major transition?”
“How do I become someone who is brave, not just trying to survive?”
If you’re ready to stop living under the weight of “not enough,” this conversation offers a powerful truth: courage doesn’t come from eliminating fear—it grows one small, brave step at a time, grounded in grace.
00:00 Fear of Not Enough
00:17 Welcome to Grace Cycle
00:48 Weighed and Wanting
02:41 Divorce and Aftermath
05:44 Six Years of Becoming
09:19 Not Enough to Brave Enough
11:12 Childhood Messages
13:01 God Meets Her in Fear
15:00 Dating and Fear Fred
18:22 Healthy Love and Remarriage
23:56 Tiny Brave Steps Bridge
27:47 Journaling for Strength
28:54 Books and Brave Tool
30:37 Courage Quote Takeaway
31:42 Final Wrap and Next Steps
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March 19, 2026What Do You Do After a Life-Altering Accident? Faith, Health, and Purpose with Rob Rene
Get a copy of the chapter “Grace: God’s Power to Crush the Impossible” from Thriving in Grace: Unleashing Wellness from a Biblical Perspective at karenadittman.com
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Connect with Rob at exodusstrong.com
What happens when your life changes in an instant?
How do you rebuild your purpose after a devastating accident?
And how can faith reshape the way you approach health, healing, and hope?
In this episode of The Grace Cycle Show, Karen Dittman talks with Rob Rene, who shares his remarkable journey of surviving a devastating accident in college after being struck by a truck—and how that moment became the beginning of a deeper search for truth, health, and faith.
Rob reflects on:
The long road of recovery and how the experience reshaped his priorities
A second major life disruption during the COVID-era pandemic
His growing frustration with aspects of the healthcare system and desire to explore alternative approaches to wellness
Through that search, Rob began reading the Bible daily, which he says transformed his faith and clarified his calling. He now focuses on encouraging others to pursue a mind–body–spirit approach to health, grounded in biblical principles and personal responsibility.
Rob also shares about his wellness initiative, Exodus Strong, and how his work blends faith practices with natural health strategies, including:
Biblical herbs traditionally associated with wellness
Prayer and spiritual discipline
Lifestyle tools such as light therapy and other wellness practices
The conversation also highlights the role of community—especially a men’s group in Texas that encouraged Rob to speak more openly about faith and purpose.
This episode is for anyone asking:
“How do I rebuild after a life-changing accident?”
“What role does faith play in physical and emotional healing?”
“How can I find purpose after major disruption?”
“How do I live with hope when life doesn’t go as planned?”
Rob’s story points to a simple but powerful truth: if you still have breath, God still has a purpose for your life.
00:00 Miracle Survival Story
01:18 Runner Hit by Truck
02:29 Pandemic Wake Up Call
04:38 Research and Bible Revival
06:01 Health Solutions by Faith
07:49 Flexner Report Corruption
09:51 Mighty Men Brotherhood
12:48 Bible Meets Body Science
13:40 Frequencies and Healing Patches
17:33 Hydrogen and Biblical Herbs
19:20 Frequencies and Faith
20:09 Prayer and Physical Impact
21:57 Crystals Without Idolatry
23:12 Patches and Stored Information
24:40 Oils Herbs and Sound
26:02 Molecular Hydrogen Explained
27:12 Biblical Herbs and Inflammation
30:37 Gluten Free Clarification
31:15 Where to Find Exodus
33:16 Hope Filled Takeaway
34:37 Host Reflection and Next Steps
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March 05, 2026Surviving the Killing Fields: Sarah Im on Faith, Escape, and Hope After Genocide
Get a copy of the chapter “Grace: God’s Power to Crush the Impossible” from Thriving in Grace: Unleashing Wellness from a Biblical Perspective at karenadittman.com
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Connect with Sara and find her book How I Survived the Killing Fields at https://www.saraim.com/
How do you keep going when you’re sent away to die?
Where is God in genocide, forced labor, and starvation?
And how can hope survive when almost no one does?
In this episode of The Grace Cycle Show, Karen Dittman speaks with Sarah Im, who shares her harrowing true story of survival during the communist takeover of Cambodia in the mid-1970s.
Sarah recounts:
Being trapped in a forced labor camp during the Killing Fields
Becoming gravely ill and being sent to a doctorless “hospital” to die
How prayer preceded an unexpected transfer to kitchen work that saved her life
Four more years of forced labor as camp populations dropped dramatically
When remaining survivors were moved into the jungle, Sarah escaped at night with three friends—only to discover her hometown destroyed, her country already liberated, and her family scattered. Her journey continued through a dangerous escape across the Thailand border, a United Nations refugee camp, and finally to the United States with the help of her uncle and a church women’s ministry.
Sarah also shares:
How faith sustained her when survival felt impossible
Why love and hope still matter after mass trauma
And her call to compassion and advocacy for today’s refugees
She reflects on her memoir, How I Survived the Killing Fields, and the responsibility we share to remember, to care, and to act.
This episode is for anyone asking:
“How do people survive unimaginable suffering?”
“Where is God when evil seems to win?”
“What does faith look like after genocide?”
“How can I help refugees in meaningful ways?”
If you’ve ever wondered whether hope can endure the worst humanity can inflict, Sarah’s story is a powerful reminder: grace can survive even the killing fields—and love can still carry the story forward.
00:00 Survival Question Intro
00:56 Life Before the Regime
01:57 City Takeover Evacuation
04:49 Forced Labor and Illness
06:12 Prayer and Kitchen Rescue
09:12 Four Years of Hope
10:47 Escape Into Freedom
13:59 Homecoming and Recovery
17:27 Border Crossing to America
19:26 Gods Timing Reflections
22:54 Church Help for Refugees
27:03 Book and Key Takeaway
30:41 Closing Grace Reflection
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February 26, 2026How Do You Forgive After Injustice? Liz Matney on Grace, Faith, and Healing in Exile
Get a copy of the chapter “Grace: God’s Power to Crush the Impossible” from Thriving in Grace: Unleashing Wellness from a Biblical Perspective at karenadittman.com
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Connect with Liz and order a copy of Home in Exile at https://lizmatney.com/
How do you forgive when injustice is real and deeply personal?
How do you stay grounded in grace when your faith puts you at risk?
And how do you pursue justice without losing compassion?
In this episode of The Grace Cycle Show, Karen Dittman talks with Liz Matney, who shares her family’s harrowing experience of being illegally detained in India because of their faith-based service—and the long road toward healing, forgiveness, and grace that followed.
Liz reflects on:
What it means to forgive when harm isn’t hypothetical—but lived
How God’s grace became an anchor in fear, uncertainty, and displacement
The difference between forgiveness that bypasses pain and forgiveness that flows through healing
And how faith can remain intact—even deepened—when it comes at great cost
They also discuss:
The current erosion of democracy in India and the persecution of religious minorities, including Christians
How to hold truth, justice, and compassion at the same time
And why grace is not passive—but a powerful force that reshapes hearts and fuels courage
Liz also shares insights from her memoir, Home in Exile, and her conviction that God’s grace does not deny suffering—but meets us inside it and transforms how we live and love.
This episode is for anyone asking:
“How do I forgive when I’m still hurting?”
“Where is God when injustice happens?”
“How do I respond to persecution without becoming hardened?”
“Can grace coexist with righteous anger and a call for justice?”
If you’re navigating betrayal, injustice, or faith under pressure, this conversation offers a steady reminder: grace doesn’t erase the wound—but it can heal the heart and shape a more courageous, compassionate way forward.
00:00 Introduction to Forgiveness and Grace
00:39 Liz Matney's Story: Faith and Challenges in India
01:40 The Impact of Hindu Nationalism
04:04 Detention and God's Presence
05:25 Memoir and Family Legacy
06:17 Current Persecution and Grace
11:15 Healthcare Crisis in Indore
14:09 Grace and Accountability
16:53 Deliverance and Return to the US
20:02 Finding Forgiveness
23:56 Conclusion and Prayer
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February 19, 2026Why Isn’t Willpower Working? Weight Loss, Cravings, and Renewing the Mind with Dr. Laurette Willis
Get a copy of the chapter “Grace: God’s Power to Crush the Impossible” from Thriving in Grace: Unleashing Wellness from a Biblical Perspective at karenadittman.com
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Why doesn’t willpower work—no matter how hard you try?
Why do cravings feel stronger than your best intentions?
And is it possible to pursue health without shame, deprivation, or obsession?
In this episode of The Grace Cycle Show, Karen Dittman talks with Dr. Laurette Willis, who shares her powerful journey from New Age practices into a faith-centered life rooted in Jesus—and how that transformation reshaped her understanding of health, healing, and freedom.
Dr. Laurette explains:
Why willpower alone fails when it comes to food and habits
How neuroscience and Scripture work together to renew the mind
And why inner transformation matters more than external control
They also discuss her program, Weight Loss Without Willpower, which helps women pursue health without feeling deprived by:
Using a bilateral brain stimulation technique paired with Scripture to calm cravings
Replacing shame-driven cycles with grace-based practices
Building daily rhythms that support lasting change
Dr. Laurette shares simple, actionable habits that support whole-person health, including:
Prayer and renewing the mind
Hydration and gentle movement
Journaling, sleep, and nervous system care
This episode is for anyone asking:
“Why do I keep sabotaging myself?”
“Why is food such a battle?”
“Can faith help me change my habits—not just my mindset?”
“Is it possible to live healthy without hating my body?”
If you’re tired of striving and ready for a different kind of freedom, this conversation offers a hopeful reminder: lasting change doesn’t come from more effort—it comes from transformation rooted in grace.
00:00 Introduction to Weight Loss Without Deprivation
00:46 Dr. Laurette Willis' Journey to Faith
04:48 The Turning Point: Surrendering to God
07:05 From Addiction to Redemption
08:54 Empowering Women Through Faith-Based Weight Loss
12:18 Practical Exercise: Cutting Cravings in Seconds
16:28 Transforming from the Inside Out
17:44 The Power of Renewing Your Mind
19:28 Meditation and the Word of God
23:04 Practical Steps for a Healthy Lifestyle
25:19 Encouragement and Final Thoughts
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February 12, 2026Who Are You When Your Old Life Is Gone? Finding Purpose in Disability with Jenna Udenberg
Get a copy of the chapter “Grace: God’s Power to Crush the Impossible” from Thriving in Grace: Unleashing Wellness from a Biblical Perspective at karenadittman.com
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Connect with Jenna at https://www.aboveandbeyondwithu.org/
What happens when the life you loved is no longer possible?
How do you rebuild purpose after disability changes everything?
And can grace meet you when your identity has to be rewritten?
In this episode of The Grace Cycle Show, Karen Dittman talks with Jenna Udenberg, a disabled former music educator who had to leave the career she loved after her employer chose not to accommodate her needs—and who went on to discover a new calling she never expected.
Jenna shares:
The grief of losing a beloved vocation and sense of identity
How disability reshaped her understanding of purpose, worth, and dependence
What led her to become a nonprofit founder and accessibility educator
Why accessibility, inclusion, and community support are essential—not optional
They also discuss:
The mindset shift from independence to interdependence
How curiosity opens doors when certainty is gone
And the role of grace in building a meaningful life after loss
Jenna reflects on themes from her memoir, Within My Spokes, and the mission of her nonprofit, Above and Beyond With U, which works to create spaces where people of all abilities can belong and thrive.
This episode is for anyone asking:
“Who am I if I can’t do what I used to do?”
“How do I find purpose after disability or chronic illness?”
“Does my life still have value when everything has changed?”
“How can we better support one another in real, tangible ways?”
If you’re grieving a lost future—or learning how to walk alongside someone who is—this conversation offers a hope-filled reminder: grace doesn’t erase loss, but it can open the door to a deeper, more connected life than you imagined.
00:00 Introduction to Jenna Udenberg's Story
00:34 Jenna's Journey: From Music Educator to Disability Advocate
03:12 The Birth of Above and Beyond With U
04:53 Challenges and Reflections on Accessibility
12:34 The Importance of Community and Interdependence
15:49 Personal Growth and Vulnerability
29:30 Final Thoughts and How to Connect with Jenna
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February 05, 2026Is It Okay to Doubt God? Constance Hastings on Faith, Fear, and The Trouble with Jesus
Get a copy of the chapter “Grace: God’s Power to Crush the Impossible” from Thriving in Grace: Unleashing Wellness from a Biblical Perspective at karenadittman.com
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Connect with Constance Hastings at https://constancehastings.com/
Is it okay to doubt God?
What if faith doesn’t come easily—or neatly?
And what does following Jesus look like when life is full of fear, trouble, and unanswered questions?
In this episode of The Grace Cycle Show, Karen Dittman talks with Constance Hastings, author of The Trouble With Jesus: Considerations Before You Walk Away, about the honest intersection of faith, doubt, fear, and God’s grace.
Constance shares her personal journey from an unconventional upbringing into a life shaped by calling, compassion, and grace—and why doubt didn’t push her away from faith, but deeper into it.
Together, they explore:
Common misconceptions about faith and what belief actually requires
Why doubt is not the opposite of faith, but often part of a living one
How fear distorts our image of God—and how grace restores it
What love and empathy really look like in the way Jesus lived
And how churches can better support people who feel unsure, skeptical, or spiritually tired
They also reflect on how Jesus Himself faced trouble, suffering, and misunderstanding, and what His responses teach us about courage, honesty, and trust.
This episode is for anyone asking:
“Am I a bad Christian for questioning?”
“Why does faith feel harder than it’s supposed to?”
“Where is God in suffering and uncertainty?”
“Is there room for me if my faith doesn’t look like everyone else’s?”
If you’ve ever felt like faith was more complicated than you were told—or wondered whether grace still applies when life is messy—this conversation offers a freeing reminder: grace doesn’t remove trouble, but it expands our lives with meaning, love, and unexpected adventure.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:23 Constance Hastings' Faith Journey
05:43 The Trouble With Jesus: Book Insights
10:51 Understanding Love and Empathy
12:55 Faith, Doubt, and Fear
19:37 Creating a Safe Space for Doubt in Church
27:04 Final Thoughts and Takeaways
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January 29, 2026Why Can’t I Sleep? Dr. Benjamin Long on Insomnia, Perimenopause, and God’s Gift of Rest
Get a copy of the chapter “Grace: God’s Power to Crush the Impossible” from Thriving in Grace: Unleashing Wellness from a Biblical Perspective at karenadittman.com
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Get a copy of Sleep Habits Journal: Practices, Prayers, & Devotions to Ease Your Sleepless Nights by Dr. Benjamin Long at https://www.sleephabitsjournal.com/
Why can’t I sleep—even when I’m exhausted?
Is something wrong with my body, my mind… or my life?
And where is God in the middle of another sleepless night?
In this episode of The Grace Cycle Show, Karen Dittman talks with Dr. Benjamin Long, physician and theologian, about the deep connection between sleep, faith, stress, hormones, and spiritual well-being.
Dr. Long shares:
Why insomnia is often a signal, not just a problem
How perimenopause and hormonal changes can seriously disrupt sleep for women
What actually helps (and what usually doesn’t) when it comes to sleep hygiene
And how Scripture frames sleep as a gift from God, not a failure of faith
They also talk about:
The emotional and spiritual weight carried into the night
Why unresolved stress, grief, and anxiety often show up as sleeplessness
And how God’s grace meets us even when rest feels impossible
Dr. Long also explains the heart behind his guided sleep journal and how it helps people gently uncover what’s really keeping them awake—physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
This episode is for anyone asking:
“Why am I awake at 3 a.m. again?”
“Is perimenopause or stress destroying my sleep?”
“How do I stop my mind from racing at night?”
“Can I trust God with my exhaustion?”
If you’re tired of being tired, this conversation offers both practical tools and deep reassurance: your sleepless nights are not wasted, and rest is something God wants to give you, not something you have to earn.
Dr. Benjamin Long is a sleep doctor by day & seminary student by night with an interest in the integration of theology and sleep. These interests have culminated into his debut book "Sleep Habits Journal: Practices, Prayers, & Devotions to Ease Your Sleepless Nights." He lives in San Antonio, Texas with his wife, son, and their dog-Rolo.
00:00 Introduction: Struggling with Sleepless Nights
00:24 Guest Introduction: Dr. Benjamin Long
00:43 Dr. Long's Journey to Publication
04:22 Insights on Perimenopause and Sleep
07:30 The Role of Caffeine and Alcohol in Sleep
11:55 Biblical Perspectives on Sleep
22:45 Practical Sleep Tips and The Sleep Journal
31:17 Conclusion: Embracing God's Gift of Sleep
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