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If life changed without asking your permission, and yet, you’re still showing up… take a breath—you’re in the right place. Grit, Grace, & Inspiration is for the person rebuilding after adversity. For those who are strong, capable, and functioning… but quietly tired. For anyone asking, “How do I keep going when life changed without my permission?” Here, personal growth isn’t about fixing yourself—it’s about learning how to carry what life handed you with mental toughness and grace. Through deeply honest conversations and lived stories—not polished success narratives—you’ll hear from people who’ve been tested and kept going a...
445: She Lost Her Son… But Refused to Lose Her Faith (A Mother’s Story of Grief, Hope, & Healing) #FanFav
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...
444: She Was Electrocuted, Frozen in Place… Fully Awake—And Somehow Survived
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...
443: Is It Possible to Grieve and Grow at the Same Time?
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, yo...
442: The Hardest Part Isn’t What Happened… It’s Letting Go of the Life You Imagined
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?
Why It’s So Hard When Life Isn’t What You Imagined
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...
441: If God Is Real, Why Would He Let Bad Things Happen? 3 Stories of Faith, Forgiveness, & Healing #FanFav
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...
440: How Much Is Too Much? A Brother’s Suicide, 6 Years Caring for His Mother, & An Angel’s Warning
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...
439: If a 12-Year-Old Can Leave Behind This Kind of Impact… What Are You Doing With Your Life?
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 epi...
438: A 3AM Wake-Up Call Changed Reginald’s Life: A Heartfelt Story of Rejection to Redemption #FanFav
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...
437: Still Waiting for the Other Shoe to Drop? 4 Steps to Stop Living in Survival Mode
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 r...
436: When You Feel Like Quitting But Can’t: 3 Mindset Shifts to Help You Take the Next Step
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...
435: What If Cancer Could Save Your Life? A Powerful Story of Resilience & Second Chances with Steve Garraty
Sometimes life doesn’t ask for your permission before it changes direction. One day you’re running full speed toward the life you think you want… and the next, you’re standing still, asking questions you never planned to face.
This episode isn’t just about surviving. It’s about discovering that sometimes the interruption you never wanted becomes the redirection you desperately needed.
If you’ve ever walked through pain and wondered what it could possibly mean… this episode might help you see that even the hardest chapters can grow something good.
The Story of Ste...
434: Living with Reckless Optimism: The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything When You Stop Being “Realistic”
What if the advice to “be realistic” is the very thing holding your life back?
In this transformative episode, Kevin Lowe explores the moment everything changes — the day you stop shrinking your dreams and start living with reckless optimism.
If you’ve ever lowered your expectations to avoid disappointment or convinced yourself that it’s too late to chase something bigger, this conversation speaks directly to you.
Why Must You Listen?
Discover how shifting from guarded expectations to bold belief can transform the way you approach opportunities, risk, and personal growth.Learn why reckle...433: Why Chasing Happiness Is Making You Unhappy (A Personal Growth Lesson Most People Miss) #FanFav
What if the reason you’re unhappy… is because you’re trying so hard to be happy?
Most of us wake up wanting to “feel happy,” yet research shows that chasing happiness directly can actually make us more frustrated and discouraged.
So, if you’ve ever felt like joy keeps slipping through your fingers, this #FanFav episode reveals a powerful shift in perspective—one that replaces pressure with simple, daily actions that actually work.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
Why focusing directly on happiness backfires—and what to focus on insteadThe 5-part SPIRE framew...432: What If Tomorrow Could Be Different… Because You Decided to Love Bigger? (A Life-Changing Mindset Shift)
Listen to This Episode's Song: Love a Little Bigger by K-Lowe Music
What if tomorrow could feel different... not because life changes... But because you decide to try out this one mindset shift that has the potential to change your life, your family's life, and the lives of everyone around you!
In this honest and reflective episode of Grit, Grace, & Inspiration, Kevin Lowe shares the life-altering experience of nearly dying in a barbershop chair — and the single mindset shift that suddenly became so much more meaningful: choosing to love a little bigger.
Whether yo...
431: Surviving Was Only the Beginning — A Coach’s Story of Loss, Resilience & Playing From the Heart
What would you do if everything you built your identity around—your body, your career, your future—was taken from you overnight?
In this episode, you’ll hear a true story of survival, reinvention, and what it really means to play from the heart when life gives you no other option.
If you’ve ever felt stuck after a life-altering setback, questioned your purpose, or wondered how to keep moving forward when the path disappears, this conversation speaks directly to you. This isn’t about motivation—it’s about resilience, identity, and learning how to live fully...
430: Why You’re Not Seeing Results from Your Good Habits: A Personal Growth Principle Most People Miss
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Let me guess, you've been doing all the right things, making all the right choices, but can't help but feel like nothing is changing? If this is you, then stay tuned!
Most people quit on their goals for one reason: they aren't seeing results, or another way to say it, they can only assume that silence means failure. But what if the lack of immediate results isn’t proof you’re losing… but proof you’re building something that takes time?
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...BONUS: From Setback to Purpose: Kevin Lowe on Moving Through Adversity When Healing Feels Impossible
What happens when your entire world goes dark—literally? At just 17 years old, Kevin Lowe woke up from a life-saving surgery to find that he was left completely blind. But instead of giving up, he discovered something extraordinary: There’s always blue sky above, even when you can’t see it.
In this "heart-opening" episode, you’ll hear the unforgettable story behind Kevin’s mission to inspire, his path from grief to growth, and how he now uses music, podcasting, and public speaking to bring light to others walking through darkness.
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429: A Lack of Motivation Isn’t Your Problem: Revealing a Major Misconception in Personal Development
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If you’ve been feeling frustrated, stuck, or disappointed with yourself because you can’t seem to “stay motivated,” this episode is for you.
Here’s the truth most people never hear: your lack of motivation isn’t the real problem.
The problem is a major misconception in personal development—one that causes people to start in the wrong place and quietly blame themselves when things don’t work.
In this episode, Kevin reveals why motivation so often fails before it ever has a chance to...
428: Stop Setting Goals — They’re Boring: It’s Time to Dream Again for Real Personal Growth
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What if the secret to your best year ever isn’t setting more goals or crafting the perfect New Year’s resolution... But rather something way more exciting?
In this refreshing episode, host Kevin Lowe challenges you to ditch the traditional New Year's Resolution and invites you to embrace something far more powerful: dreaming big! While the world pushes resolutions that often fizzle out by February, Kevin shows you how reconnecting with your dreams can provide a true North Star for your year—and your life.
Her...
427: Stop These 3 Destructive Habits Blocking Your Personal Growth in 2026
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If you’re tired of starting every year motivated... and ending it frustrated... This episode is for you. I’m breaking down the three things you must stop doing in 2026 if you want this year to actually be different.
🌟 By the end of this episode, you’ll know exactly:
What’s been quietly holding you backWhat to eliminate from your life immediatelyAnd how to step into 2026 feeling more confident, clear, and in controlMost people hope for a better year... This episode shows you how to build one<...
#426: Challenging Everything You Know About the Road to Success: From Miami Streets to the C-Suite As a Blind Cuban-American #FanFav
What does it really take to go from a Miami drug hustle to leading a global tech company—without sight, privilege, or a roadmap? Prepare to have everything you ever thought you knew about grit, grace, and success put to the test!
In a world that still struggles to see beyond labels like “disabled,” “ex-con,” or “minority,” Mike Calvo’s story breaks the mold. This episode isn’t just about overcoming the odds—it’s about redefining them entirely. If you're tired of the same recycled DEI narratives and want the real story behind resilience, leadership, and purpose-driven success...
#425: He Had the Dream Job, the Money, and the Life Everyone Wanted—So Why Did He Walk Away? #FanFav
What happens when the dream life you've spent decades building feels more like a nightmare you can't wake up from?
Today’s conversation is for the person who looks successful on the outside... but feels quietly disconnected on the inside. If you’ve ever wondered:
Why do I feel empty when everything looks “right”?Why am I exhausted by a life I’m supposed to be proud of?Why does walking away feel both terrifying and necessary?This episode will hit close to home.
What This Episode Is Really About
In this...
#424: Dreading Christmas? 3 Mindset Shifts to Protect Your Mental Health During the Holidays
If you’re secretly counting down the days until Christmas is over, getting really close to emotionally spiraling out of control, or wishing you could fast-forward straight to January… press play right now! This is your Holiday Survival Guide!
When the holidays arrive after a hard year—loss, divorce, financial stress, or emotional burnout—the pressure to feel joyful can feel unbearable. This episode speaks directly to the part of you that’s exhausted from pretending you’re fine and offers real, doable ways to get through the season without forcing cheer, abandoning yourself, or doing it alone.
#423: He Survived a Dynamite Blast at 14,000 Feet, Built a Fortune, Then Gave It All Up
Imagine a single moment in time forcing you to reimagine your entire life before you were even 20 years old...
At 14,000 feet in the Himalayas, today’s guest was given a second chance—and he chose to spend it serving humanity.
Why This Episode Matters to You
If you’ve ever felt stuck between success and significance, or wondered whether your current path is truly meaningful, this episode meets you right where you are. It explores what happens when purpose pulls louder than comfort—and what’s possible when you decide to act on it.
422: Want to Feel Happier in the Next 60 Seconds? Try This 1-Minute Gratitude Mindset Reset #FanFav
What if unlocking a happier, more fulfilled life took less than five minutes a day?
Whether you’re stuck in a rut, battling stress, or just craving more peace in your day, this episode shares exactly how the power of gratitude can help you shift your mindset, even when life feels chaotic. Gratitude isn't just a nice idea—it’s a powerful tool to reshape your everyday reality.
What You Will Learn:
Learn 3 easy gratitude habits you can start todayPlus discover a bonus practice that can instantly improve your relationshipsFind out how to anchor your d...#421: Finding Hope in Life’s Hardest Seasons: How a Coffee Bean Led to Redemption Inside a Texas Prison #FanFav
What if the moment you thought your life was over became the moment it truly began?
Damon West was handed a life sentence in a Texas prison—but instead of letting it break him, he became something few dare to dream of behind bars: a force for hope and redemption!
If you’ve ever felt stuck in your own “prison”—whether that’s addiction, depression, shame, or simply a life that feels off-track—this episode is for you. Damon’s story isn’t just about surviving hardship; it’s about transforming it into purpose. If you're ready to stop...
#420: When You’re Running Hard But Getting Nowhere: A Year-End Reflection on Burnout, Self-Doubt, & God’s Silence
Have you ever gotten to the end of a year and thought, “How did I work this hard and still feel like I’m standing in the exact same spot?"
If that question echoes what you’re feeling in your heart right now—this episode is for you.
Why This Episode Will Speak to You
This isn’t a polished highlight reel or a motivational pep talk. It’s an honest, vulnerable conversation from someone who knows what it’s like to wrestle with direction, discouragement, and the frustrating silence of God.
Maybe you’ve...
#419: From Single Mom to 7 Businesses: How to Start Over with God When Life Falls Apart (with Sandy Moll)
If you’re searching for the inspiration to keep going when life feels loud and uncertain, this conversation is your reset. Sandy Moll went from a young marriage and single motherhood to a blended family and seven businesses—built on faith, forgiveness, gratitude, and the courage to listen to God in the quiet.
In this episode, you’ll hear how Sandy:
Navigated divorce, blended two families with love, and released the guilt through self-forgivenessLost W-2 jobs during the 2007–08 crisis—then followed God’s nudge to launch new companiesUses silence (no phone notifications!) to hear God’s direction and...#418: Is It Time to Let Go? An Inspiring Story of How to Rewrite Your Life at Any Age (#FanFav)
What would you do if you lost your career, your marriage, your father—and your entire identity—in just three months?
In today’s #FanFav episode, host Kevin Lowe sits down with Ray Martin, who went from successful CEO to shattered and lost at 44. But instead of falling apart, Ray stepped into the unknown—launching a 6-month sabbatical that turned into 14 years of life-changing global travel. This interview originally aired on Episode 395, which was released in May 2025.
If you're stuck in a life that no longer feels like your own, this conversation could be your turning...
#417: When It’s Hard to Keep Going: 3 Ways to Find Motivation Through Grief, Loss, & Life’s Hard Times
Ever feel like you're barely holding it together? That you're trying to function, but inside, everything hurts... You want to feel better, you want life to be good again, but you're stuck in the middle of the storm and feel like you'll never make it out?
In this raw and deeply personal episode, Kevin Lowe opens up on the 22nd anniversary of the day his life changed forever. This isn't about what happened to Kevin, but rather what happens when you're in the middle of the pain, when the storm hasn't passed yet, and when keeping the...
#416: When Being Mom Isn’t Easy: How to Keep Going When You Can’t Make It All Better
Get ready to hear directly from a mother on the weight of learning to live between grief and gratitude, carrying both loss and love in the same breath, and finding blessings in a life that no longer looked the way she dreamed it would.
When a Mother Can’t Fix It
In today’s episode, you’ll step into the raw, unfiltered reality of a mom who fell to her knees the day her son woke up blind—and what it truly means to keep going when prayer, pain, and love collide.
If you've e...
#415: The Girl on the Bathroom Floor: Amber Smith on Losing Her Son, Surviving Grief, & God’s Miracle
Prepare to hear the powerful story of a mother’s grief, a family’s journey, and the miracle that came after loss. This is the story of Amber Emily Smith.
What happens when the life you built — the one that felt like a dream — is shattered in a single moment? In this deeply emotional episode, Amber Smith shares the unimaginable loss of her 3-year-old son, River, the grief that nearly broke her, and the faith that carried her through.
Amber opens up about how she and her husband Granger navigated a storm of heartbreak, public s...
#414: How Do You Find the Strength to Keep Going After Losing Your Sister & Your Mom? (with Kate Gladdin)
When life shatters once, it’s devastating. When it happens twice… it’s almost unthinkable.
In this deeply moving conversation, Australian-born Kate Gladdin opens her heart to share a story no one should have to experience, much less endure the pain twice.
If you’ve ever faced a loss that made you question everything… if you’ve felt like your world stopped spinning and you didn’t know how to start again — this episode will speak straight to your soul. Kate’s story reminds us that resilience isn’t about staying positive when life breaks you — it’s about fin...
#413: Comparison Isn’t the Problem — You’re Just Doing It Wrong!
Get ready to discover how you can turn comparison from the thief of joy into a fuel for growth!
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Ever feel like comparison is robbing you of your happiness? But what if the problem isn’t comparison itself—but how you’re using it? In this episode, I’m flipping the script on what you thought you knew about comparison and showing you how it can become your secret weapon for growth.
We’ve all been there—scrolling through social media, watching someone else’s highlight reel...
#412: Dream Life Not Happening? It Might Be Hiding in How You Load the Dishwasher
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You say you want the dream life — but are your daily habits aligned with it? In today's episode, we unpack the powerful truth that how you do one thing is how you do everything. From brushing your teeth to loading the dishwasher, the way you show up in the small moments is shaping your entire future - And you didn't even realize it. So, if you’re tired of feeling stuck, this is your wake-up call!
What You'll Learn:
How you approach your smallest daily habits refl...#411: How to Find Hope When Life Falls Apart: 3 Life Lessons I Wish I Could Tell My Younger Self
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What would you tell your younger self if you could go back in time?
In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Grit, Grace, & Inspiration, I’m sharing the three life-changing truths I wish I could have told my 17-year-old self—the same truths that carried me through the darkest days of my life after waking up blind from a life-saving brain surgery.
Whether you’re walking through grief, facing impossible odds, or simply feeling lost, these truths are the foundation I want to pass on to...
#410: Joyful Rebellion: How Jenna Transformed Life with a Disability Through Music and Advocacy
They said she couldn't, so she did! Diagnosed with juvenile arthritis at age 7, in a wheelchair by age 8, Jenna would turn a life marked by physical limitations into a platform for creative expression, disability pride, and change-making advocacy. This is a story about finding your voice, redefining your power, and choosing joy in a world that expects your silence!
From Diagnosis to Defiance
At just 7 years old, Jenna was diagnosed with juvenile arthritis. By 8, she was using a wheelchair. And by 15, she was battling depression, bullying, and the weight of a world that rarely saw...
#409: I Feel Like a Fraud: Battling Self-Doubt & Imposter Syndrome with The Power of Hope
Have you ever stood in front of others—encouraging them, inspiring them—only to secretly feel like you don’t even believe your own words? That gut-punch of doubt, that whisper of fraudulence, is exactly what this episode digs into.
If you’ve ever wrestled with the tension between the person you present to the world and the private doubts that gnaw at you, this conversation is for you. Because the truth is, those moments of feeling like an imposter aren’t just inconvenient—they can derail your confidence, your goals, and even your sense of purpose.
Why Mu...
#408: Quiet Your Mind, Escape the Red Zone, & Reclaim Inner Peace with Tommy Stoffel’s Stoplight Chart
Listen to the Song: Quiet The Noise
Ever feel like the noise in your head won’t turn off—no matter how hard you try? Sleepless nights, anxious thoughts, and endless chatter can take over your life, but in this episode you’ll discover how to finally quiet the chaos with simple, science-backed tools.
Mindfulness for Everyday Stress & Anxiety
If you’ve been longing for more peace, stronger focus, or a way to stop spiraling thoughts, this episode was made for you. Instead of staying stuck in overthinking or consumed by worry, you’ll learn h...
#407: Somedays Ain’t Good Days: What to Do When Life Feels Heavy and Hope Feels Far Away
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Do you ever feel like you’re doing everything right—reading the books, listening to the podcasts, practicing gratitude—yet you still wake up and can’t shake a bad day? Well, one thing is for sure, you are not alone.
If you’ve ever wondered why, despite all your best intentions, you still hit a slump, this episode speaks directly to you. We dive into those moments of doubt, discouragement, and the struggle to keep the glass half full. You’ll discover yo...