Let's talk about the "Fixer" trap, the difference between a rough patch and a dead one, and how to reclaim your sweetness by choosing to stop performing CPR on a "dead fish".

Ways to support me and the podcast:

Buy me a coffee or even a book. Cashapp and Venmo are @browngirlselfcare (thank you!!)

Leave a message on Spotify or rating and review on iTunes (thank you!!)

In todays episode, let's talk a bit about distractions and how they might show up in your life and put a halt on living the life you deserve.

Got a great question for you today straight from the community. How can we practice self-care during this time of civil unrest, ICE and fascism. This episode is not all inclusive. My hope is that it allows room for you to reflect on what is important to you.

As mentioned in the episode, know your rights. ICE AGENTS ARE NOT POLICE OFFICERS though Police Officers may or may not accompany them.

Here are some helpful links. Please do your due diligence:

https://naacp.org/resources/know-your-rights-immigration

https://www.reddit.com/r/TwinCities/comments/1qb84vt/what_to_do_if_ice_stops_you_an_attorney_answers/

We’re talking about:

• Why holding onto your truth can feel like survival but may also block your growth
• The importance of having a supportive inner circle and trustworthy allies
• Ways to safely share your truth including journaling, therapy, creative expression, or just showing up authentically
• How black women, historically and culturally, have had to mask their truths and why reclaiming space to be fully human is an act of self-care
• Navigating the highs and lows, the valleys and peaks, of life while honoring your own journey

This episode is an invitation to let go of the pressure to be perfect, to stop bottling things up for survival, and to explore ways to express yourself safely and honestly.

Reflection Prompts

• What truth have you been holding onto that needs space to be expressed
• Who in your life can you trust to honor your truth without judgment
• What small, safe step can you take this week to release or express what’s been bottled up

Soul-Care Circle Invitation

✨ Soul-Care Circle: Intentional Vision Board Creating ✨

If you’d like to explore your intentions for 2026 in community, I’m hosting a virtual Soul-Care Circle where we’ll gather to reflect, connect, and create vision/intention boards that go beyond goals—including joy, safety, support, movement, healing, and alignment.

Date and Time: January 31, 2026 (9am-11am Central)

Where: Zoom

Cost: Donation-based (any amount)

This is a cozy, judgment-free space to slow down, check in with yourself, and intentionally call in the energy you want to carry this year.

How to Join

Send your donation via:

• Cash App: @browngirlselfcare
• Venmo: @browngirlselfcare

👉 Important:

Please include your email address and “for Soul-Care Circle” in the note so I can send you the Zoom link.

Sometimes self-care looks like claiming space.

Sometimes it looks like taking one small step toward a vision you don’t need to explain to anyone else.

We’re talking about:

• Why small beginnings matter (especially in January)
• Creating physical, emotional, and energetic space as a form of self-care
• Letting intentions unfold without rushing or pressure
• How honoring what feels meaningful to you is an act of self-love

This episode is an invitation to start the year gently, intentionally, and on your own terms.

Reflection Prompts

• What’s one small step you can take this year that feels big for you?
• What kind of space do you want to claim or protect in 2026?
• Where can you move with intention instead of urgency?

Soul-Care Circle Invitation

✨ Soul-Care Circle: Intentional Vision Board Creating ✨

If you’d like to explore your intentions for 2026 in community, I’m hosting a virtual Soul-Care Circle where we’ll gather to reflect, connect, and create vision/intention boards that go beyond goals—including joy, safety, support, movement, healing, and alignment.

Date: January 31, 2026

Where: Zoom

Cost: Donation-based (any amount)

This is a cozy, judgment-free space to slow down, check in with yourself, and intentionally call in the energy you want to carry this year.

How to Join

Send your donation via:

• Cash App: @browngirlselfcare
• Venmo: @browngirlselfcare

👉 Important:

Please include your email address and “for Soul-Care Circle” in the note so I can send you the Zoom link.

Welcome to the final episode of our end-of-year series! I am wrapping up our conversation on self-recovery and boundaries by offering a framework for leaving 2025 behind and crafting a intentional, liberated blueprint for 2026.

The steps are:

• Honor the release that needs to happen
• Your goals don't need to be about fixing your perceived flaws or being hypercritical of yourself. Think about setting intentions instead
• Be sure to include community building in your plans for 2026

I'd love to hear your thoughts on this episode as well as some of your intentions for 2026. If you share this episode or your intentions on social, be sure to tag me.

If you are listening on iTunes or Spotify please leave a rating and review pretty please :)

Also, if you are making some changes in 2026 and need clarity and support as you boldly bloom, book some time on my calenedar here: The B.E.I.N.G. Space I will be back "in office" January 3rd.

See you in 2026!!!!

In this episode i'll be sharing:

• how boundaries are liberation
• the importance of staying as cool as a cucumber when expressing your boundaries
• the necessity of not only expressing the. boundary but having a consequence

Resources/Links:

In case you missed it, here is last weeks episode - December Is The Best Month To Release The "Fake" and Find Your Real Self

Need clarity in your journey of blooming? Book a BEING Session with me here!

Join me on Zoom on December 17th right here - BGSC Soul-Care Circle

In this episode let's explore:

• Winter as the Shedding Season: Using the end of 2025 as a time to identify and release the societal expectations and masks that stifle our authentic selves.
• Decolonizing Your Worth: Challenging narratives of strength and productivity to embrace softness, vulnerability, and rest.
• Returning to Your Roots: The importance of reconnecting with hobbies, creativity, and ancestral wisdom that spark your mind, heart, and spirit.

Resources and links:

Join me on December 17th for Soul-Care Circle. Click here to register on Zoom

Share your story! What are you shedding this season? Tag @browngirlselfcare on social after listening today and let me know.

As Black women, we’re praised for pushing through, carrying everything, and keeping it all together. But this season is about something different: honoring your humanity, choosing ease, and learning to pause before life forces you to.

We’ll explore the 5 signs that show up when you’re out of alignment:

• when you’re scattered instead of centered
• drained instead of nourished
• ✨eactive instead of peaceful
• doubting instead of grounded
• and disconnected instead of intuitive

In this (rewind) episode I'm sharing five ways that show me the healing work we are doing is actually making a difference. This includes:

• Understanding that there will still be hard things to process emotionally
• Understanding my toxic patterns and behaviors
• Not trying to change people but instead focusing on me
• Realizing that I can choose what I do for healing

Listen in to todays episode and be sure to write down the affirmation that I provide at the end.

If you'd like to support the podcast be sure to rate and review where ever you are listening or/and share this episode on social media.

Recently, i watched a movie on Hulu called "Perfect Days" about a toilet cleaner in Japan. I thought it would be about his job (and how could that even be exciting??) but it was about much, much more.

I'm sharing six takeaways that will help you experience your own "perfect" days, ones where you are more grounded and present, versus worrying about the accumulation or use of the latest and greatest stuff.

As mentioned, if you'd like to spend some one on one time with me, getting your self-care plan in order, you can connect with me here: BEING w/ Bre

Listen in to learn more about the framework I'll be using. Also, feel free to join me or watch on my Youtube channel and let me know your thoughts!

Youtube - @browngirlselfcare

This episode is straight from my Youtube Live. Be sure to subscribe there so you can see my beautiful face :). Here is the link

Let me know what you thought about todays episode. What is something you've been waiting for? What are you being called to do?

I’m in my 50s and haven’t worked a traditional job in six years. In this episode, I’m sharing how I walked away from my job, the ways I’ve sustained myself, and what rebuilding my dream life actually looks like.

I talk about:

• Why I quit my job and what led up to it
• How I kept myself afloat through moving, using my 401k, podcasting, freelancing, and building Brown Girl Self-Care offerings
• The mistakes and challenges I faced along the way — survival mode, giving too much away for free, buying things I didn’t need, people-pleasing, and caring too much about what others think
• How I’m actively rebuilding my life now, including paying off debt, eating healthier, practicing yoga, baking bread, keeping my space calm, and prioritizing what truly matters
• My vision for the future — from living on land with a sister friend, buying an RV, traveling, and building a life where I’m healthier, stronger, and freer
• The hard truth about being honest with yourself and getting tired of your own mess

This is a raw and real conversation about choosing yourself, starting over, and proving that even after setbacks, you can still create a beautiful life.

Mentioned in episode:

Ninja Foodi Airfryer that I use several times a week

The above is an Amazon affiliate link which means I may earn a small amount of money if you click the link/make a purchase.

*Trigger Warning* In todays episode I'll be sharing about a young Black woman who unfortunately took her own life. The point of the share is to not only say her name, but to reinforce the idea of Black women staying Black Woman centered. No one cares about Black women the way that Black women do. We need each other.

#1 – Extreme self-care isn’t about shock value. It’s about survival, liberation, and choosing yourself when everything around you says don’t.

#2 – The choices I’m sharing in this episode may feel uncomfortable, even unthinkable, because Black women are socialized to endure instead of disrupt. But these choices are valid. They are powerful. And they are yours to claim.

In this episode of the Brown Girl Self-Care Podcast, I’m talking about five extreme self-care moves that many of us are told we can’t choose:

• Cutting off a parent
• Declining the caregiver role
• Choosing not to have children
• Leaving the traditional church
• Investing in yourself first

To live well we sometimes have to be extreme or disrupt the status quo. I'd love to hear your thoughts on this. Leave a comment on Spotify. Share this episode and tag me on social. Email me at connect@browngirlselfcare.com

Offerings

*FREE Resource* 5 Ways For Black Women To Practice Taking Up Space

Ready for deeper support? Book a BEING session and let’s rebuild routines that actually work for your life.

#1 - You don't owe the world "your pretty"

#2 - The self-care in this episode is less about performance and more about affirming your worth, reminding yourself of who you are and feeling great about yourself, FOR YOU

In this episode of the Brown Girl Self-Care Podcast, I'm giving you five simple beauty practices that serve as daily reminders of self-worth and identity. These are not about chasing trends or fitting into outside standards. It's about choosing rituals that ground you, feel authentic, and help you move through life's transitions with confidence and more self-love.

Offerings

1. Ready for deeper support? Book a BEING session and let’s rebuild routines that actually work for your life.
2. Not ready for a session yet? Download my free Anti-Burnout Guide here and start making small shifts today.

n this episode I'm sharing:

• Why fall naturally shifts your body’s sleep rhythm (and how to work with it)
• The basics I’m returning to: earlier bedtimes, wind-down rituals, and morning light
• Tangible adjustments that help: showers or baths at night, better pillows, and bedding that supports you
• The tools I’m using to stay accountable
• Why great sleep is not a luxury for Black women, but a necessity

If your sleep has been off, you’ll leave this episode with practical ways to reset and reclaim real rest this season.

Offerings

1. Ready for deeper support? Book a BEING session and let’s rebuild routines that actually work for your life.
2. Not ready for a session yet? Download my free Anti-Burnout Guide here and start making small shifts today.

If you’re in your 40s, 50s, 60s, I hope you hear yourself in these truths. And if you’re younger, I hope you take them as reminders to claim your life sooner rather than later.

In this episode I share:

• Why I will no longer overexplain myself
• How my body, not the clock, sets the pace for my life
• The line I’ve drawn around reciprocity in relationships and work
• The honest truth about not knowing how to be a good friend until later in life
• Why I am no longer comparing my timeline to anyone else’s

Mentioned in this episode:

• Book a B.E.I.N.G. Session

In this episode, I’m breaking down five daily boundaries that protect your sanity:

• Not answering texts right away
• Saying “I can’t talk right now”
• Blocking off the first 30 minutes of your morning
• Leaving when you’re ready
• Refusing to explain your “no”

These may look simple, but they’re radical. Because every time a Black woman says no to urgency, over-functioning, or people-pleasing, she’s also saying no to the systems that demand her exhaustion.

Listen in if you’re ready to stop being “on call” for the world and start saving your energy for yourself.

Book a B.E.I.N.G. self-care session with me

We talk about:

• The moment I realized my trust was starting to change
• How my nervous system used to feel vs. how it feels now
• Why trust takes time to rebuild

Also, as mentioned: BEING 1:1 Coaching is open. This is where we sit together and put out the fires—whether it’s burnout from your job, the weight of family dynamics, being the go-to for everyone in your circle, community or church obligations, caregiving without support, or constantly feeling like you have to be the strong one—so you can reset and move forward lighter. You’ll leave with clarity and steps you can actually use right now. If you want to go deeper, we can work through the full BEING framework together. Book your session here.

We talk about:

• What the Superwoman Contract actually is
• Why we feel obligated to carry so much
• How this “strength” is expensive
• What it could look like to void the contract and choose something else

Mentioned in this episode:

➡️ BEING 1:1 Coaching is open. This is support for Black women who are navigating reinvention, self-trust, and soft power after survival. If you’ve been carrying it all, this is your space to finally set it down. Book your session today.

We talk about:

• Why most wellness content doesn’t hit for us anymore
• What self-care meant before vs. what it means now
• The transitions we’re moving through in midlife
• Why this shift is necessary—not just for me, but for us

Mentioned in this episode:

➡️ BEING 1:1 Coaching is open. This is support for Black women who are navigating reinvention, self-trust, and soft power after survival. Price increases in a few days—book now to lock in the current rate.

Back with an Eff The Cubicle Friday episode! Can we keep it real today? Straight without the chaser? Some of you listening to this episode will stay at that job you hate, not because you can't rock your gift but because you refuse to believe in yourself. Hit play and let's talk.

Also, as mentioned, if you have been doing way too much and can't get a handle on prioritizing your needs, book some time on my calendar right here! It's hard to figure out your needs or even what's next for you when life is full of people-pleasing, carrying the weight of family and the job, and always having to be "on." These sessions help you feel clearer, lighter, and more connected to what you need so that you can bloom.

In this episode, I talk about the raw, often ignored reality of what spaciousness brings up: the discomfort, the second-guessing, the urge to fill the quiet. If you’ve made changes to protect your peace and now feel unsettled by the stillness, this conversation is for you.

In this episode:

• Why stillness can feel unsafe at first
• How your nervous system reacts to peace when it’s used to chaos
• The temptation to refill what you just cleared
• What to do when the quiet feels like too much

If you're in a season of stretching, releasing, or sitting in uncomfortable in-between moments, book a 1:1 B.E.I.N.G. session with me. It’s a space to process, reconnect, and move through what’s surfacing with care.

→ Join me here!

This is a replay episode from 2022 and I'm being very, very real about ways "I" was not a safe space for other Black women when I was younger. This is an eye-opening episode because we never intend to harm but if there is unresolved trauma, it's very possible that at some point we will.

Recording this episode humbled me but I 'm sharing because it's not about judgement or blame but about awareness and reflection as we continue leaning into community care and support for one another.

Hey, hey! In this episode of the pod I'm sharing some thing you need to hear about having your needs met. At the end I also provide a quick affirmation/reminder to carry with you this week.

Also, here is the information for the self-care guidance I mention in this episode. Every woman that books this month will lock in the promotional rate for life of $49/session. We all need space to be held. We all need space to unravel. We all need space to center OUR needs and to get guidance on ways to bloom. This is your space. Join me in the B.E.I.N.G. Space anytime.

It’s been one full year since I went no contact with my mother. In this episode, I’m reflecting on how I spent the day, the grief and grounding I’ve moved through, and three lessons I’ve learned since choosing distance over dysfunction. This isn’t about being strong or unbothered—it’s about what happens when you choose peace and refuse to shrink, even when people expect you to go back.

I’m sharing this episode for anyone who's navigating estrangement, emotional distance, or rebuilding themselves after breaking ties. You’re not alone. And no, you’re not wrong for choosing yourself.

In this episode, I share:

• How I spent the one-year anniversary
• 3 real lessons from going no contact
• The ways I’ve learned to honor myself
• How people will try to guilt you

Mentioned in the Episode:

→ Learn more about B.E.I.N.G. Self-Care Coaching: [Book Your Session w/ Me Here]

Real talk—when you don’t charge, you train people to treat your work like it’s free and like they have access to you at any and all times.

In this episode, I’m breaking down what happened when I asked for support and got silence... and how I realized I helped create that pattern.

We’re talking about why so many Black women feel unseen in their businesses, and how to unlearn the guilt around getting paid for your care.

If you’ve been grinding with heart and getting crumbs in return, this one’s for you.

Mentioned in this episode:

• Book Self-Care Coaching
• My Linktree
• Support my work (CashApp)

In this episode, I’m talking about what it really means to be in community with yourself.

You’re out here showing up for everybody else, doing the most, saying yes when you don’t mean it, and ignoring what you need. That’s a form of self-abandonment.

I’m sharing some things I wrote in my journal this week, a few hard truths about how we treat ourselves, and why being your own best friend is the kind of care that changes everything.

Links for this episode:

→ Book a Self-Care Coaching Session with me: Click Here

→ Listen to last weeks episode on self-abandonment: Click Here

→ Follow me on Instagram: @browngirlselfcare

→ Want to support this work?: Click Here

I share the 4 daily practices I’ve been using to come back to myself and start rebuilding that trust in small, intentional ways.

This is not about being perfect. It’s about not disappearing on yourself anymore. This is important liberation work.

Mentioned in this episode:

– The 4 daily practices I use to rebuild self-trust

– What it means to make a decision and not waver

– How to move without proof (and why that’s important)

– Real-life examples of what this looks like for everyday Black women

Also, here is the link to the hypertension article I read and mentioned

Work with me here:

🧘🏾‍♀️ Book a B.E.I.N.G. Self-Care Session → Click here!

In this episode, I’m introducing a brand new series called Eff the Cubicle Fridays. This series was born from my desire to break free from the 9-to-5 grind that was draining the life out of me. I share the story of how I launched this podcast while working in a high-pressure corporate job, terrified my employer would find out, and how that fear pushed me to move anyway.

We’re talking entrepreneurship, creativity, personal growth, and what it means to reclaim your time and voice. If you’ve been dreaming of building something outside the system—or you’ve already started—this series is for you.

🎙️ Ready to Start or Sustain Your Podcast?

I’m now offering 1-on-1 podcast coaching for Black women who are ready to launch or keep their podcast going with clarity and strategy. If you're ready to invest in yourself, see your vision come to life, and work with me 1-on-1, book a session today.

→ Here is the booking link to check it out and hold your space on my calendar

🔗 Links + Resources

• Book Podcast Coaching: [Book here]
• Follow on Threads and Instagram: @browngirlselfcare
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Link to the free mini quide

In this episode, I share a moment that caught even me by surprise — when I was out walking and found myself shoulder-checking someone who didn’t make space for me on the sidewalk. It wasn’t aggressive. It wasn’t loud. But it was intentional.

And I didn’t apologize.

This story became a reflection on the ways Black women are taught to shrink, to step aside, to stay small — and what it means to finally stop doing that.

I talk about:

• What really happened that day on the sidewalk
• How that moment helped me see how much I’ve yielded in the past
• The truth I didn’t want to admit: it was intentional — and I’m not sorry
• The quiet power in holding your ground when you’ve been trained not to
• Why taking up space isn’t arrogance — it’s ancestral

This episode is for the Black woman who’s tired of stepping aside — physically, emotionally, or spiritually — just to keep the peace. If you’ve been shrinking and you’re ready to return to yourself, this one is for you.

Today I'm talking about living a life with more tenderness plus I'm sharing a couple of updates. Press play and tap in.

I share:

• Why crying helped me realize what my soul is craving
• The emotional toll of always showing up for others
• Why some of us need to completely tear down our foundations and start over
• Why self-love isn’t selfish or soft — it’s necessary
• A question that might help you get closer to your own self-love

This one is for the woman who’s been giving everything but feels empty inside. You’re not alone — and you can rebuild.

In this episode of Brown Girl Self-Care, we're cutting through the noise and naming the truth:

Black women are not the problem — the systems are.

Capitalism, white supremacy, grind culture, and patriarchy have conditioned us to blame ourselves for exhaustion, financial struggle, and “inconsistency.” But that ends here.

We’re not just naming the harm — we’re talking about how to push back in 2025. From reclaiming rest, to doing less without guilt, to unlearning money shame, this episode is your reminder that healing and resistance can co-exist.

In this episode, I cover:

• Why rest still feels hard (and who benefits from that)
• How capitalism set us up to fail with money
• The truth about “doing the most” and what it costs us
• Real ways to resist — even if you're still tired, in debt, or just getting started

This is for you if:

• You’ve been feeling like you’re not doing enough
• You’re healing while still playing the game
• You’re ready to choose rest, ease, and clarity — without guilt

If you’re feeling heavy the day after Mother’s Day, this episode is for you. Whether the day brought up grief, frustration, numbness, or just left you feeling emotionally off, you are not alone. In this gentle episode, I’m holding space for the Black women who are expected to “bounce back” on Monday when their hearts are still tender. We’re talking about softening into the week, honoring your truth, and giving yourself permission to move slow. You’ll also hear a series of affirmations to carry with you as you reclaim your energy, one breath at a time.

First things first! I want to invite you to join me on May 14th at 7pm CDT for the "Take The Mic, Take up Space!" Podcasting 101 Workshop for Black women. You can sign up right here. This is a virtual event, being held on Zoom, that I'm hosting where I'll teach you how to get your podcast started, no more excuses. If you've been looking for a sign to start using your voice, this is it.

Now, onto todays episode. Have you ever been called boring or even a square? I have been several times and I allowed that to shame me into trying to be someone that i was never intended to be. I realized that the idea that I was too boring to show up or share parts of my life online (parts that I deem aren't too private or sacred) had a huge impact on my business and and even how I felt about myself. If this is you too, I'm sharing some takeaways I want you to consider.

First things first! I want to invite you to join me on May 14th at 7pm CDT for the "Take The Mic, Take up Space!" Podcasting 101 Workshop for Black women. You can sign up right here. This is a virtual event, being held on Zoom, that I'm hosting where I'll teach you how to get your podcast started, no more excuses. If you've been looking for a sign to start using your voice, this is it.

Now, on to todays episode. I decided to let chatgpt give me a prompt that would help me do some self-reflection and it didn't disappoint. I wasn't sure that I would share this when I hit record because this was a personal note that I created for myself to process my thoughts on fear + self-worth. I'm sharing this because I want YOU to trust your voice. It's hard to trust your voice if you are searching for the perfect thing to say or the perfect thing to feel. Healing is not about an aesthetic, it's about being real, raw and unfiltered. Using your voice can be a great step to becoming a place of safety for yourself and this is so important.

Don't be afraid to use the prompt in todays episode to see what comes up for you.

Let’s take this journey together—we are worthy of this care.

In this episode I want to remind Black women of the importance of giving themselves their best. We have got to stop reserving our 'pretty' for others or future occasions. Black women have done enough, we have given enough, it's beyond time we utilize our best for our benefit before it is given away to others. On top of that, I'm tired of playing the supporting character in life so I share a bit about that, too. 2025 is about shaking tables and no longer hiding ourselves.

Let’s take this journey together—we are worthy of this care.

Overconsumption can be tearing down your self-identity and self-worth, instead of helping us take action on our inherent abilities and knowledge. You were put here to lead but your conditioning tells you that you need to consume more before you can take action. No matter your purpose, this episode is for you.

Let’s take this journey together—we are worthy of this care.

2025 is a pivotal year for me and for many other Black women who are sick of these systems and sick of laboring at jobs that deplete and exhaust us. Black women deal with societal systems every day that are not designed for us to thrive and I've come to realize that I have to break free from fear, perfectionism and imposter syndrome so that I can reject traditional 9-5 labor and instead do things that tap into my purpose and joy. Sound like you too? Press play!

Let’s take this journey together—we are worthy of this care.

I've got a listener question today that came from my Instagram dm's. She wanted to know how I hancled/am handling my IRS debt. Listen in and I'll share the simple steps I took for my 13k of IRS debt as well as the mindset shifts I finally made regarding financial/struggle cycles.

Let’s take this journey together—we are worthy of this care.

This episode is specifically for those of us who grew up believing that we were "bad" or too flawed to be loved due to how we were treated as children/the conditioning we received in our childhood years. I've been thinking about my identity a lot as of late and once I learned that our identities were perfect when we were born, it made a profound shift in my life. Instead of grasping blindly at trying to be someone I'm not, I'm more focused on nurturing my "soil."

Let’s take this journey together—we are worthy of this care.

In this episode I'm getting real about my financial struggles, personal growth, and the steps I'm taking to break free from generational cycles of trauma and lack. I talk about my decision to leave corporate life in 2019 for my mental health, the challenges I faced thereafter, and my ongoing battle with debt. I want to STRESS the importance of shedding shame and guilt tied to financial hardships while discussing the conditioning and societal expectations that often plague Black women. My hope is that other 'cycle breakers' will continue to prioritize healing, make intentional choices, and reframe their mindset around money and self-worth as they navigate their unique journeys in 2025 alongside me.

Let’s take this journey together—we are worthy of this care.

Sometimes we need to ask for grace, and there is no shame in that. Whether it’s adjusting a financial commitment, backing out of a purchase, or simply admitting that we don’t have the capacity for something right now—giving ourselves permission to be honest is an act of self-care.

In this episode, I share two real-life moments this week where I had to step back and say, “I can’t do this right now.” It wasn’t easy. It felt a little embarrassing. But I let that go because the reality is this: Being honest about what you need is responsible, not shameful.

Come get this reminder that we are all human and that self-preservation is a must.

Let’s take this journey together—we are worthy of this care.

I had big plans for this season—new episodes, a bold rebrand, coming back stronger than ever. But the truth? This might not be the season for big things. And that’s okay.

In this episode, I’m sitting with that truth and letting go of the pressure to force momentum. If you’ve been feeling stuck, unsure, or like you should be doing more, let’s breathe through that together. Sometimes, the most radical thing we can do is honor where we are.

Let’s take this journey together—we are worthy of this care.

In this episode of the Brown Girl Self-Care podcast, I’m opening up about what I learned from taking an unplanned break. After moving and needing time to settle in, I found myself sitting in the discomfort of not producing—of not showing up in the ways I usually do. And even though I knew I needed the rest, there was still that lingering feeling that I should be doing more.

I’ll share how this experience reminded me that we are often more tired than we realize, how the pressure to always be productive is deeply tied to colonization and capitalism, and why it’s so important to give ourselves permission to pause before burnout forces us to stop.

In this episode, I’m sharing five key things to keep in mind when you’re struggling to rest:

1. You’re probably more tired than you even realize. We’ve been conditioned to run on empty for so long that exhaustion can feel normal—until we finally stop.
2. Resting will make you uncomfortable at first. When we’re used to equating our worth with productivity, stepping back can feel unnatural. That’s colonization talking.
3. The world won’t fall apart because you take a break. We carry so much on our shoulders, but the truth is, things will keep moving even when we pause.
4. You don’t have to feel “ready” to rest. If you’re waiting for a perfect moment to slow down, it’ll never come. Your body, mind, and spirit need care now.
5. You have permission to pause. You don’t have to earn your rest. You don’t have to justify it. Rest is your birthright.

If you’ve ever felt uneasy about slowing down—like you’re somehow falling behind or not doing enough—this episode is for you.

Let’s take this journey together—we are worthy of this care.

In this episode of the Brown Girl Self-Care podcast, I’m sharing an intimate life update as I prepare to move from California to Arkansas. I’m opening up about the emotional and practical challenges I’ve faced along the way, including letting go of 95% of my possessions due to financial constraints.

I’ll share how deeply rooted scarcity and self-worth struggles have shaped my life and why this move represents more than just a physical transition—it’s a journey of healing, grief, and reclaiming intentionality.

I’ll also introduce my upcoming collaboration with Yolanda, founder of Parenting Decolonized, as we work together to create a sustainable living community for single Black mothers and their children. This episode is about resilience, community, and embracing change, even when it feels hard.

Let’s take this journey together—we are worthy of this care.

In this episode, we’re exploring the emotional toll that masking takes on Black women. We’ll start with a few deep breaths to create a calming space and then dive into my journey of setting boundaries and acknowledging my emotions, reminding us that healing can bring up some friction.

We’ll also unpack the societal pressures Black women face to mask their true feelings, using Angela Bassett’s reaction at the Oscars as an example. This conversation critiques cultural expectations that demand we hide our pain to keep others comfortable, and instead encourages us to embrace our humanity, honor our emotions, and create spaces where we can be authentic.

Let’s take this journey together—we are worthy of this care.

In this episode, we unpack the discomfort and stigma that Black women often feel when it comes to asking for and receiving help. Cultural, familial, and societal influences can make vulnerability feel unsafe, but learning to receive is essential for our healing, growth, and liberation.

I’ll share personal reflections, practical tips for practicing vulnerability (including how to accept compliments!), and encouragement to embrace the abundance and support that divine resources offer us.

Let’s walk this path together—you are deserving of a life where you feel supported, held, and whole.

In this episode, we explore what it means to listen deeply to the signals our bodies send us and how that listening is a practice of love and liberation. When survival mode has been our default, it’s easy to overlook these signals, but they are key to protecting our peace and reclaiming a life of wholeness and joy.

I’ll share personal reflections, wisdom from my therapist, and reflective journal prompts to support you in reconnecting with yourself and creating a life that centers care, liberation, and joy.

Let’s walk this path together—you are deserving of radical love and care.

I wanted to share a quick insight from the book 'The Four Pivots' by Shawn A. Ginwright, PhD. Specifically I'm highlighting a powerful quote from the book: 'I choose peace of mind instead of this.' It brought me so much clarity as I continue working through some challenges that my hope is that it's a powerful affirmation for you as well.

If you are thinking about tuning into your intuition, embracing vulnerability, and practicing self-care this episode is for you.

In this episode, I’m sharing:

• Why rest is a necessary
• How I knew it was time to pause and honor my intuition.
• What you can expect when I return in January with fresh, intentional episodes.

If you’ve been feeling like you need permission to pause, this is it. Rest is a way to honor your humanity and sometimes, the most powerful thing we can do is nothing.

Thank you for being part of this beautiful community, for listening, and for holding space. I’ll see you in January—until then, take care of yourself, rest deeply, and know that you’re already enough.

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Today, I’m sharing personal reflections and encouragement to remind you that you are making progress, even when it doesn’t feel obvious. I’ll talk about a recent experience where I noticed my own growth, celebrate the small wins that often go unnoticed, and offer journal prompts to help you reflect on your own journey.

The work is working, sis—so keep going. Let’s celebrate the small victories together.

Journal Prompts to Explore:

1. What’s one small shift I’ve noticed in myself lately?
2. Where can I show myself more grace today?

Let’s Connect:

Did this episode resonate with you? DM me or share your reflections on Instagram (@browngirlselfcare)—I’d love to hear how the work is working in your life.

You'll hear:

• Why I’m reimagining the future of Brown Girl Self-Care
• The struggles of centering Black women in a capitalist system
• How I’m leaning into faith, community, and creativity to move forward
• My thoughts on Black women creating sustainable spaces for joy, healing, and liberation

Plus, I touch on what’s next for the platform, including a free Podcasting 101 workshop and a fresh approach to community-building through my new minimalist website.

If you’ve ever wrestled with balancing authenticity and survival in your work, this episode is for you.

💌 Stay connected by joining the Brown Girl Self-Care newsletter at browngirlselfcare.com and become part of the 92% who are thriving unapologetically.

I’ll be sharing how this next chapter of Brown Girl Self-Care will include three areas that are deeply important to me and, I think, to you too:

• Black Women’s Health: Taking care of our mental, physical, and emotional well-being, because health is part of our freedom.
• Building Businesses That Honor Rest: Talking about how we can make a living on our own terms without grinding ourselves down or having to feel fake as we do it.
• Living Sustainably and Bucking Norms: I'm going all in on a lifestyle that aligns with my values and supports Black women, roots keeping, our community, and my peace. So more us and less capitalism and consumerism.

In this episode of the Brown Girl Self-Care Podcast, I'm talking about 'creasing the page' as a way to engage fully with life especially for those of us that are afraid to step out and be seen or make mistakes. I sill struggle with perfectionism, the fear of making mistakes, and in the past these fears have held me back from leaving my mark.

I want to encourage you to embrace imperfection, show up authentically and take small steps towards your goals while aligning yourself with curiousity and the willingness to step out of your comfort zone.

We discuss taking things one step at a time, preparing for uncertainty, decentering men, and prioritizing our well-being above all. Remember, you are not alone—we’re in this together. Tune in for a moment of support, reflection, and solidarity.

If you haven't already, be sure to follow Dr. Nic on Instagram as well as check out his podcast Untherapeutic for insight on relationships that "everyday" people can benefit from.

In this episode of the Brown Girl Self Care Podcast, Bre delves into the importance of Black women showing up for themselves. Sharing her personal experiences and thoughts, Bre discusses what it means to prioritize self-care and healing, despite the societal and personal hurdles faced. She offers practical ways to reclaim self-worth, set boundaries, and practice compassion. Bre also provides journal prompts to help listeners reflect on their early memories of feeling neglected and find ways to honor their needs and emotions. This episode is a heartfelt guide for Black women seeking to navigate their path towards healing and self-empowerment.

I'm sharing my personal strategies for transitioning from summer into the fall and winter months. Through the end of the year this includes prioritizing my mental health, getting sunlight, taking care of my skin plus some other practical advice you don't want to miss.

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In this episode of the Brown Girl Self-Care Podcast, I'm speaking with therapist and wellness expert Candyce "CE". Anderson, MS, LPC, Founder, and CEO of Revita Therapy and Wellness. We planned this conversation ahead of the Diddy debacle but conversations that center the pressing issue of trauma/harm culture in Hollywood and the pervasive nature of sexual assault are ALWAYS relevant.

Key topics:

• The focus on men’s behaviors and accountability
• The impact of societal conditioning on women's responses to trauma
• Coercive sexual assault
• The importance of self-care, intuition, and recognizing one's worth
• The critical need for men to hold each other accountable.

This episode is a must-listen for black women seeking healing, empowerment, and validation in their journey toward self-care and well-being. It is also a must-listen for MEN as well.

Guest information:

CE Anderson

Website revitatherapyandwellness.com/

Keep up with CE on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook

Key Topics:

1. Challenges in Corporate Spaces:

• Experiences of feeling like an outsider in corporate environments.
• Struggles with authenticity and masking one's true self to fit in.
• The emotional and financial burdens of not being compensated fairly for one's labor.
• boundaries.

1. Personal Identity and Professional Life:

• The importance of knowing oneself and setting personal standards of excellence.
• Overcoming pressures to meet biased expectations and embracing one's unique strengths.

1. Negotiation Skills:

• Broad aspect of negotiations beyond salary discussions, including continuous negotiation within one's career for roles, responsibilities, and workplace benefits.
• Strategies for introverts in building connections and developing influence.

Make sure that you share this episode and tag BGSC for your chance to get a copy of Dr Ella's Book (Unspoken: A Guide To Cracking the Hidden Corporate Code)*

Take the quiz Dr. Ella mentioned on her website

Connect with Dr. Ella on Linkedin

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Key Topics:

• The significance of leaning into feminine energy
• Transitioning from a hustle mindset to a flow state
• The role of intuition and self-awareness in decision-making
• Balancing masculine and feminine energies in daily life and relationships
• The impact of societal and cultural expectations on Black women
• Practical steps for embracing and nurturing your feminine side

Guest Information:

Chika Uwazie

Website: thesoftnest.com

Check out Chika's gems on Instagram

Chika's podcast The Flow Era

In this episode of the Brown Girl Self Care Podcast, host Bre discusses the journey towards personal freedom and healing from childhood trauma. She emphasizes the importance of black women reclaiming their lives and identities. Bre shares her experiences growing up under the restrictive norms of white-centered Christianity, dealing with childhood abuse, and the struggle to meet her family's expectations. She highlights the significance of setting boundaries, self-love, and breaking generational cycles of trauma and shame. Ultimately, Bre encourages listeners to seek their own definitions of freedom and to take actionable steps toward achieving it, even if it means confronting difficult truths and letting go of toxic relationships.

We also discuss the impact of constant self-doubt and how deep-rooted childhood experiences shape adult insecurities.Spoiler alert, for Black women it's important to have access to community support, therapy, genuine self-reflection in overcoming negative self-perceptions, play and curiosity in finding joy and balance.

Black women deserve to recognize their worth and pursue their aspirations despite societal challenges, so press "play" on this episode and get these soul gems!

Ways to keep up w/ Deesha:

Pick up her book Undiplomatic: How My Attitude Created the Best Kind of Trouble *

Connect with her on Instagram!

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This conversation will hopefully help cement the importance of community support, trust, and redefining wealth beyond monetary terms. Black women deserve to reclaim their time, seek ease, and build sustainable, supportive communities so we highlight some practical steps to start living a more intentional life, including gardening, supporting local farmers, and practicing mutual aid.

We both want you to live a life of abundance, rest, and joy outside the confines of traditional capitalist structures so press "play" and let's go!

Learn more about Yolanda (and her work) here:

Parenting Decolonized

Instagram

Youtube

Instagram for Wild N Free Farm

Keep up with Rikki three ways right now:

Rikki hosts amazing retreats! Check out her next one in Sedona, AZ right here.

Follow Rikki on Instagram to learn more about holistic healing for Black women.

Listen to Rikki's podcast - The Therapy w/ Rikki Podcast

Today is a "rewind" episode that originally aired back in 2022. As someone who strongly believes in the power of an abundant mindset (versus poverty/scarcity based beliefs) i wanted to share this gem of an episode again as a reminder that we can create the lives we want.

Now, I guess I need to say this...obviously, we still face strong systemic oppression. So I'm not saying that we can control every outcome. What I am saying though, is that the mindset (and energy) we hold can be a powerful way for us to get into the flow of the lives we deserve.

So excited to be in community today. In this solo episode I'm helping you get serious about being in relationship with yourself as you bloom while also being mindful that it can feel hard if "struggle" is looming right ahead. Let's talk about it. Leave a comment on Spotify under this episode or send an email here!

This episode is rich w/ Jerri's personal anecdotes, reflections on societal issues, and her journey towards building a secure future through faith, investment and creating online content.

Follow Jerri on her Youtube Channel - What Nobody Told Me After 65

Dr. Traci has promised to come back to continue the conversation! Be sure to get your questions in before it's too late by emailing connect@browngirlselfcare.com.

Ways to connect w/ Dr. Traci Lynn:

Her Instagram

Her Facebook

Big Dog Academy

Today I've got a solo episode for yout. I'm getting real about my recent experience with "comparison-itis: and how a quote from Shawn A. Ginwrights book The 4 Pivots inspired me to choose peace of mind over a harmful spiral. If things are spiraling for you too and you need permission to stress less, this episode is definitely for you.

In this candid conversation, we laugh, we learn, and we liberate ourselves from societal norms, all while sipping on some truth tea. Dr. Marsh shares her wisdom on the importance of nurturing non-romantic relationships and the freedom found in refusing to settle for less. Plus, she spills her top-notch self-care routines, from mental health Mondays to hitting the green for a round of golf.

But wait, there's more! We're not just talking the talk—we're walking the walk by shining a light on Black-owned businesses and rocking representation in everything we do. So grab your favorite beverage, settle into your comfy spot, and get ready for an episode packed with healing, liberation, and unapologetic self-love. It's time to rewrite the narrative and embrace the power of being true to yourself. Let's do this!

Be sure to show Dr. Marsh some love!!

You can find her book,The Love Jones Cohort: Single and Living Alone in the Black Middle Class near you in a Black Owned bookstore or, if you'd prefer, you can get your copy on her website.

Dr. Marsh on Instagram

Dr. Marsh on Facebook

Brown Girl Self-Care is all about fostering sisterhood and we want you to be part of it! Share your thoughts, questions, or personal stories inspired by this episode on our social media platforms. Connect with Brown Girl Self-Care on YOUTUBE, FACEBOOK or INSTAGRAM if you want more content like this. Don't forget to tag a sister who needs to hear this message too! Together, let's continue to grow, heal and bloom.

The importance of taking time for yourself so that you don't feel depleted

Making time verus TAKING time

desire to live authentically without feeling the need to meet others' standards or expectations

Being honest with our feelings and not needing to pretend

Grab your journal, press play and let's tap in!!

And before i forget!! You can follow along with me on Youtube now too!

This episode touches on:

• Starting Over with Brown Girl Self-Care
• Releasing External Influences
• Reevaluating Priorities
• Permission To Start Again

In today's episode of the Brown Girl Self-Care Podcast, I am speaking with Monique Smith, aka the worlds oldest living Jane Doe. We dive into:

• The traumatic experiences she endured and how she became a "Jane Doe"
• Laying claim to her identity unapologetically so that she could begin to heal and thrive
• Breaking cycles with her children
• How our babies are labeled as "runaways" more often than not and why that happens
• Walking out her God-given assignment even as she was unsure if she had a passion for it
• How she was able to explore softness and trust after trauma

Monique's book, I Am The Ancestor, can be purchased directly from her website. Click Here To Check It Out! For more details on booking this amazing woman for your next book club, inquire here.

Monique's website - Known as Monique

Monique's IG

Monique's Facebook

Welcome back to the Brown Girl Self-Care Podcast, your safe space for healing and empowerment! Host Bre Mitchell dives into a vital topic today: breaking free from financial struggle to pave the way for a future filled with abundance and liberation. Join us as we explore six transformative steps, rooted in self-love and empowerment, to reclaim your financial health and set yourself up for success. It's time to honor your journey, prioritize your well-being, and embrace the freedom that comes with financial empowerment.

Want to get straight to the point? Start at around the 10:30 mark :)

If you have never heard about the basic in's and out's of intermittent fasting or need encouragement while taking a break from sugar, tap in to todays episode. I'm sharing the basics of what IF looks like for me plus also sharing one thing that happened as a result of my body getting back on track.

As noted in the episode this is not medical advice. Please speak with a medical professional if you are considering starting your own journey.

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I've FINALLY started the BGSC Youtube channel. Click here to see my 1st video and leave me some encouragement in the comments.

Listen for more deets and use this episode as a reminder to use your discernment when possible, even if it means not moving forward with any type of opportunity.

In this weeks episode I'm covering a few things:

5 different types of depression. Yep, there is definitely not "just" one layer of depression.

Myths that Black women unfortunately have to face and resist when it comes to our mental health and/or how we exist

How "just pray about it" no longer works when it comes to our health

A few online mental health resources FOR US.

Happy Monday, Sis!

Today I want to chat with you about giving yourself permission to STOP trying to keep people happy and what that looked like for me personally. If you are a recovering people pleaser, you need to listen to todays episode.

In today's episode I'm getting a little personal and sharing a small slice of my thoughts on the future of BGSC Podcast. After listening today I'd love it if you took some time to think about if you are intentionally releasing and making space in your life for not only rest but also for change.

Welcome back to the pod. This week I'm having a vulnerable conversation with you about what it can mean to value yourself, how for some of us that are survivors of childhood trauma we are forced to prioritize our safety and also three things I'm doing in my journey of healing and blooming.

Join me on Sundays for The Bloom Room when you support my work on Patreon

In this weeks episode, which is audio from the YT video, I'm reintroducing myself, sharing my thoughts on how money does NOT motivate me as I walk in my purpose, and how there are times that even though on the outside appearances can be one thing, on the inside they can be COMPLETELY different.

*Trigger Warning For Episode (child abuse, domestic violence)*

I want to share a bit about my journey to acceptance regarding the relationship I have with my parent. I hope this helps those of you having a hard time with the mother/daughter dynamic to heal a bit.

I recently took a staycation in a pretty swanky villa in Malibu. The point was not only to get somewhere, sit down and just be, but also I wanted to allow myself/my nervous system to see that it's ok to invest in myself and have luxury experiences.

Press play and let's talk about it on todays episode.

Today I want to share a few things with those of us that are juuuust about ready to throw up the peace sign to our 9-5's. This was me which is why I quit my "good paying job" in 2019 right before the pandemic hit.

There are two things I want to tell you before you move forward so please listen to this episode.

This was me for many, many years. I would say it but never really meant it. Tune into todays episode where I'm sharing three things I want you to consider doing to help you not waste time in 2024.

Get your 50 Journal Prompts For Black Women Who Are Radically Blooming journal right here!

I'm sharing a gentle reminder with you today, one that I think we need to hear many times. We can't control everything and there are going to be times where you'll need to take a step back, lean into your faith, trust God and know that things will work out for your better good.

You know I have a backstory for you, right? Listen to todays episode to find out what that is and how I am using this gentle reminder even though I may have to spend hundreds of dollars handling an emergency that I didn't cause.

Also, here is the tiktok that you need to see today.

Lastly, you can join me/support BGSC on Patreon here.

If you are struggling with your insecurities and can't seem to allow yourself to break free, hit play! In this episode I'm sharing how life was for me before I got intentional about addressing my insecurities plus I'm giving you a few things to consider before going into 2024,

In a nutshell, Cherrise is not afraid to talk about money or take the necessary steps to secure it for herself or her clients. This is why I invited her to be in conversation with me about the importance of Black women advocating for themselves in corporate and/or 9-5 spaces,

in this episode we talk about the importance of mindset, how you must ALWAYS negotiate your salary, taking a step back to move ahead and much more.

Keep up with Cherrise here:

Affinity Consulting Group

The Fund Finders

Get your business funding guide here

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In this episode I'm sharing 5 powerul ways that you can center yourself during the holidays. This is a must listen episode if one of these apply:

You are in debt

You people-please

You have a lowered sense of self-confidence/self-woth

The holidays leave you mentally drained or physically exhausted

Alsio, as mentioned in the episode:

Here is the article about decolonizing your diet

Quick episode for you. I want to share my thoughts on something that troubled me for a minute regarding the podcast as well as confirm which topic(s) likely won't ever be discussed here.

Also, have a blessed week and thank you for your support from the bottom of my heart <3

If you want to have a "real" conversation without all the cutesy fluff about how you can begin now to align yourself with the 2024 your future self will thank you for, press play on this episode of the Brown Girl Self-Care podcast.

I'll be sharing:

How many goals/pillars to focus on between now and the end of the year

Why you should start now

What a SWOT Analysis is

Reflections at the end to help you reflect so you can hone in your focus

I want to share some encouragement with you today because recently, I had been questioning if I should continue with Brown Girl Self-Care. Listen in and I hope that you are left feeling inspired and encouraged today.

Be sure to share this episode if you felt it in your spirit the way that I did.

In today's episode I'm sharing three things I take on a regular basis that are helping me:

Grown my hair and nails

Get clearer, more glowing skin

Reduce inflammation in my body/joints

Feel more calm

Help me sleep better

If you'd like to know what I'm taking to help get this glow up, press play on this weeks episode!

So I'm trying something new for this episode. Several weeks ago I sat down and had a virtual conversation with someone directly from the BGSC community. I did this because just like it's important to hear from people that may be a bit more mainstream on the show it's also important to hear from women just like me and you directly from our community.

Robin is sort of a "Jill of all trades." She's done a ton in her life thus far including acting, writing, painting and even standup! Currently she's hosting her podcast: A Closed Mouth Does Not Get Fed as well as writing a book that details her first hand experience with surviving an aneurysm.

In this episode we talk about not only what it was like having an aneurysm but also:

If there were any warning signs

What she had to remind herself to get over being embarrassed by using a bedpan

What she feels her purpose in life is right now

What keeps her moving forward

Robin also shares her thoughts on God plus gives you some encouragement that will hopefully fill your spirit.

Robin's Facebook

Robin's IG

This is part two to last weeks episode. I promised that I'd share a simple item that I use every single day that is helping me to bloom and elevate. What you bring awareness to is able to heal, change or grow so, after you finish the episode I highly suggest that you get your hands on one ASAP and start using it this week. The 2.0 version of you will thank you for it.

Happy Monday. In today's episode I'm sharing a little revelation I had while shopping at Costco recently. I have done some major healing in the last few years, but I still get disregulated. It's ok to not be perfect and it's ok to take a breath, raise your hand and ask for/receive help.

Kamili Bell Hill, Author of "Happy Plants, Happy You" is joining me "in the studio" to share our insights plants, life and everything in between. Here are a few things we touch on in this episode:

When your plants bloom, you bloom and change as well

Listening to those inner nudges as you step out in faith while on a new path

What life was life after leaving a petty 9-5 environment

Which plants she suggests to start with if you are new to being a plant muva

Do plants need light or is low-light an actual place where plants can thrive?

Pre-Order your copy of Happy Plants, Happy You right here and be sure to go say "hey" to Kamili plus tag her in your plant pics over on Instagram by following her here:

PlantBlerd

Black People with Plants

In this episode, I'm talking about the concept of asking and how YOU deserve and SHOULD ask for what you want and need even if you were conditioned to believe you aren't worthy of it.

Join me on Patreon for more self-care support!

Happy Labor Day and yes, there is a new episode of the podcast today. Absolutely! Especially because today is labor day I want to give you some indicators that automatically tell me you are in need of stillness and unproductivity.

This week I am offering a free stillness challenge that starts today (9/4). Want to join? Sign up for the newsletter (scroll to the bottom and add your email address) or join me on Patreon!

In this episode I am sharing a small bit of my personal evolution (in the hopes of offering encouragement to those of you that are elevating plus healing) including how it's been exactly one year since I took a spiritual solo road trip from California to Georgia.

Dr. Joy not only shares her insights on how cultivating sisterhood is an ongoing journey that requires vulnerability but we also discuss takeaways from how our elders modeled friendship behavior plus do a little unpacking around conflict in our relationships plus challenge the perception that conflict is entirely detrimental, discovering how disagreements can lead to deeper understanding and growth when approached constructively.

As mentioned in this episode, take the Sisterhood Quiz right here!

Keep up with Therapy For Black Girls and Dr. Joy here:

Instagram

Facebook

Website

Get your copy of Sisterhood Heals here

In today's quick (but real) episode let's talk about money, liberation, and our mindsets today. If you are struggling with your finances and can't figure out why, you gotta get your mind right!! Next week I'll give you some ideas on how to move forward with a more empowered mindset/strategy.

Together, we will dive into an eye-opening journey to peel back the layers on the impact of white supremacy and how it shapes the relationship that Black women have with their bodies. In this conversation we talk about food, body image, self-perception and food respectability. Unpacking the effects of survival mode on our food choices and body acceptance, Jessica sheds light on the urgent need for healing and transformation. We are in need of liberation and conversations like this one are a great way to empower ourselves while challenging the harmful, oppressive norms we have to deal with every single day (which is EXHAUSTING).

You can keep up with Jessica here:

Instagram

Twitta

Grab your copy of It's Always Been Ours!

Jessica's Website

I've got a GREAT episode for you this week because I'm sharing 12 "simple" things that you can start doing that align with showing up for yourself. If you are a self-abandoner (like I was/am at times) and/or want to explore what it means to nurture yourself since you were never handed that blueprint, press play on this episode.

I want to talk about being allowed to ask ourselves why/question things before making decisions. Were you allowed to do so as a child? Do you find yourself operating from the surface-level version of yourself constantly? Let's talk about it on todays episode. I also share what my attachment style is which is something important to consider when we talk about self-exploration and questioning thoughts/patterns.

The author mentioned in this episode:

Nedra Glover Tawwab

The two books I mentioned:

Drama Free

Set Boundaries, Find Peace

Let's unpack the 4th of July holiday (just a little bit) and also talk about what it can mean to redefine OUR freedom and independence. I'm also sharing what I recently did for self-care that is helping me level up my mindset as well as have more "unbalanced balance."

If you haven't already, be sure to follow Dr. Nic on Instagram as well as check out his podcast Untherapeutic for insight on relationships that "everyday" people can benefit from.

In this episode I'm getting straight to the point to talk about mother wounds, signs that you are still carrying them around and also how I finally liberated myself. This episode does discuss physical abuse so if that's a trigger for you, it's ok to skip this episode sis.

You can find Jessamyn and support her in these places:

Jessamyn's Instagram

The Underbelly IG

Jessamyn's Website

This week I'm sharing about how I'm learning to lean into relationships with Black women that allow me to experience more closeness, sisterhood, safety....basically INTIMACY.

If you were taught that intimacy is bad, or that it is only about sex, this episode is definitely for you because it's something that I was conditioned to believe as well. I'm healing and liberating myself from toxic untruths so thought this episode might serve you in some way as well.

Hey, hey! I'm in conversation with Dr. Candice Nicole Hargons, an award-winning associate professor of counseling psychology at the University of Kentucky and sexual wellness advocate. Dr. Candice is also the host of F*ck the System: A Sexual Liberation Podcast and How to Love a Human, a liberation podcast that asks people with multiple marginalized identities what the world would be like if it loved them.

We are talking about the fight she found herself in with her womb as a Black woman and everything that went with that including heavy periods, the unexpected impact on her self life and even how she had to challenge the notion of "Black Excellence" to save her life.

Be sure to connect with and keep up with her here:

https://www.drcandicenicole.com/

Her Instagram

Her Youtube Channel

In this episode of Brown Girl Self-Care, I am in conversation with Mary-Frances Winters, author and diversity, equity, and inclusion expert, to discuss her book, "Black Fatigue: How Racism Erodes the Mind, Body, and Spirit." We explore the concept of "Black fatigue" and also its effects on Black women in the workplace.Whether you're a Black woman navigating the complexities of the workplace or someone looking to learn more about the impact of systemic oppression on marginalized communities, this episode is a must-listen.

Be sure to pick up the book we discussed today- Black Fatigue: How Racism Erodes the Mind, Body, and Spirit as well as her most recent work - Racial Justice at Work: Practical Solutions for Systemic Change by clicking the links OR, if accessible by visiting your local Black owned Bookstore.

Learn more about Mary-Frances Winter here:

Linkedin

Facebook

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In this episode, join me as I engage in a meaningful conversation with Brianna Holt, author, writer, and reporter, on her debut book titled IN OUR SHOES: On Being a Young Black Woman in Not-So "Post-Racial" America. Together, we explore the pervasive stereotypes and systemic challenges that Black women face on a daily basis, and empower ourselves to stand in our power.

Holt's book offers a roadmap for expanding empathy, understanding, and allyship, as we dive deep into critical topics such as:

• The "adultification" of Black girls, which has been linked to violence against them;

• The danger of medical misinformation, which often results in Black women being ignored, disrespected, and even fatally harmed;

• The prevalence of appropriation, where non-Black individuals treat Black art, music, and style as trends to try on, while Black individuals are criticized for the same things that are part of their cultural identity.

Join us as we unpack these important issues and learn from Holt's insights and solutions.

You can purchase her book here* -> In Our Shoes: On Being a Young Black Woman in Not-So "Post-Racial" America

You can learn more about Brianna here:

Her website

Her Instagram

*As an Amazon affiliate I earn a small percentage every time a purchase is made from my link. Thank you for your support!

In this episode of the pod, I want to talk to you about how we limit ourselves by not believing we have gifts and talents, and why we tend to do this. If you know that 2023 is your year but you've been scared to move forward with purpose and intention, tap into todays episode.

Addressing where we are in our journey

Being in community with others vs. going into isolation out of fear or shame

Learning to believe you are worthy

Don't forget to leave a review where ever you are listening and share if you found this episode helpful. If you want to keep the healing going be sure to find me on Instagram or on Facebook.

In todays episode I'm sharing a profound thought I recently had that may help you on your healing journey - you don't have to the scared little girl anymore and this is going to be a key part in building in our self-confidence.

Todays episode is one meant to encourage you in your journey. If you've been going through life feeling like you aren't worthy enough to be yourself and leave your mark on the world, this one is definitely for you.

Have sound sensitivity? Give these Loop ear plugs a try. ** These are the ones that I mentioned in todays episode and so far they work well to help lessen the sounds of a busy neighborhood during my morning quiet time.

** I am an Amazon affiliate which means that if you purchase I will earn a few cents in commission.

In this episode 'I'm sharing about the grief I've had over choosing to have an abortion as well as sharing some perspective on what is on the other side of grief as well as how life may not be what we imagined and thats ok.

On the show this week I'm sharing a few things that you'll likely notice start to happen as you empower yourself by setting boundaries.

Have you signed up to join me on February 26th? Click right here for the opportunity to join for free!-> Bookclub

Click right here to join us-> Bookclub.

Up first we are discussing bell hook's Sisters of the Yam which you can get right here -> Order Here**

Now that that's done, let's get into todays episode. I'm sharing real talk about having permission to free yourself by releasing someone else's hangups that don't serve you.

Saying "no" and setting boundaries

A book recommendation that can be used for all of 2023 - Jesus Calling by Sarah Young. Click here to check it out -> Jesus Calling*

How an early morning start reminded me that God is present even when I don't "feel" him

How you decide to feel about yourself is your choice to make

Want to connect with me? You can email me here!

Thank you for being the best part of Brown Girl Self-Care

*This is an Amazon affiliate link. If you decide to make a purchase I will make a few cents off of what you buy. I do this to help keep the show going.

Let's talk about it in todays episode.

On the first episode of the new year I'm sharing seven things that I wish for you. Truthfully there are hundreds if not thousands of things that I wish for you, for me, for us. I tried my best to pare it down into a small list. Consider this part of our liberation list. Err..that's a work in progress. But how amazing would it be to have a liberation list for Black women. Maybe thats a work in progress. Anyway, on to todays episode!

Happy listening and be sure to share the episode if it touched your spirit.

In this episode I'm sharing five ways that show me the healing work we are doing is actually making a difference. This includes:

• Understanding that there will still be hard things to process emotionally
• Understanding my toxic patterns and behaviors
• Not trying to change people but instead focusing on me
• Realizing that I can choose what I do for healing

Listen in to todays episode and be sure to write down the affirmation that I provide at the end.

If you'd like to support the podcast be sure to rate and review where ever you are listening or/and share this episode on social media.

If you are in a situation where you need to immediately connect with someone because you are struggling PLEASE reach out to the Suicide and Crisis hotline by texting 988 or visiting https://988lifeline.org/

I'm sharing five things with you today that I/we want to consider releasing as we head in to a brand new year. Email me at connect@browngirlselfcare.com and let me know what I'm missing from the list.

I'm so thankful for you. YES, YOU!! So glad that you are a part of the BGSC community whether you are a listener, hang out with me on social, support on Patreon or work with me privately. This healing and inner work we are doing is a tremendous way to honor who we are as well as break the chains of chaos and dysfunction we've been subjected to. You are doing an amazing job and I'm so glad to be a part of your journey.

Have a self-care question that you'd like to see answered on the show? Email it to connect@browngirlselfcare.com.

In todays episode I'm sharing what two things I did for self-care over the last week or two. Spoiler alert, one of them includes edibles.

Also, I'm sharing with you a misconception that some have about self-care being a magic pill.

Also...

In case you are wondering, here is the weighted blanket*:

And here is the book, A Gentle Reminder by Bianca Sparacino*

*I am an amazon affiliate so may be paid a tiny fee if you purchase items through the links provided.

I'm digging into the community question bag to share some tips on how to detox from social media. With the holidays plus the NEW YEAR just around the corner, this can be an amazing time to center yourself and put your energy into outlets that serve you better than scrolling Tik Tok.

If you'd like to support my work, consider becoming a Patreon Member. www.patreon.com/browngirlselfcare

This episode is a little cussy, just a heads up.

If you'd like to support my work, consider becoming a Patreon Member. www.patreon.com/browngirlselfcare

With that said, I'm sharing my thoughts with you on what it means for Black women to be productive and ways to consider shifting away from this idea that our worthiness depends on what parts of us/our labor can be monetized as we grind and burn out.

In today's episode I'm sharing 3-4 ways that I'm actively healing and prioritizing my wellness by de-centering whiteness. Grab your journal and press play to hear todays episode.

You may be wondering a few things like...have I ever been engaged? How long have I been single? Do I get lonely? Would I ever date anything other than a Black man?

Let's go ahead and talk about it! Grab your tea, settle in somewhere and let's get into it.

In this episode I'm recapping my road trip and sharing the lows, the highs, thoughts on not preparing for this journey, releasing "old Bre" with gratitude and why it's ok for "strong" Black women to do things that challenge them.

Here are links to some of the things mentioned on the show*

Car Fan: (plugs into the wall, your laptop or directly into your car if you have a USB port in there like I do) https://amzn.to/3eAvcpr

Magnetic Car Curtains (I have a 4 door Sedan): Back windows-> https://amzn.to/3QCbw1Y + front windows -> https://amzn.to/3QFoGv0

Pepper Spray: https://amzn.to/3qwvu3o

Sun Shade (make sure you select the right size for your car): https://amzn.to/3DfRSFS

9 Qt Cooler: https://amzn.to/3Qx0jj3

Flying J App: https://pilotflyingj.com/rewards

Ways you can support my work:

Support the show on Patreon

Buy me a coffee: Cashapp - $browngirlselfcare

Share the episode with someone you love or consider leaving a 5 star rating and review wherever you are listening to the show.

Even though it's a holiday, I'm still here sharing my thoughts and experiences with individual and collective self-care for Black women. This work is important to me and so, consider it a labor of love. My hope, seriously, is that you are able to slow down and listen to todays episode while taking full, deep breaths and sipping on something restorative like lemon balm tea or perhaps a matcha latte.

Let's get into todays episode! I want to share my thoughts on how, due in part to this healing work I've been doing, I've been able to bring awareness to some hurtful things that were said to me/about me when I was a child and then reframe it to something that feels more like MY truth.

Press play and let's get into it.

Ways you can support the work that I do:

Support the show on Patreon

Buy me a coffee: Cashapp - $browngirlselfcare

Share the episode with someone you love or consider leaving a 5 star rating and review wherever you are listening to the show.

Product that I mentioned:

Lemon Balm Drops*

Ways that you can support my work include: 

Cashapp - $browngirlselfcare

Join me on Patreon: www.patreon.com/browngirlselfcare 

Leave a rating and review on iTunes, Spotify or wherever you are listening  

Share the show with a friend  :)

*I am an Amazon affiliate and may receive a few coins if you purchase through the above mentioned link

Ways that you can support my work include: 

Cashapp - $browngirlselfcare

Join me on Patreon: www.patreon.com/browngirlselfcare 

Leave a rating and review on iTunes, Spotify or wherever you are listening  

Share the show with a friend  

Did you know that you can deepen your self-care practice by implementing the 4 S's?  Silence, solitude, surrender and stillness can be used separately or collectively and don't have to be "perfected" in order to be of benefit.

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This episode has graciously been sponsored by Fitbeads a company that offers self-care waistbeads handmade by Black artisans in Ghana.  Treat yo'self and get 20% off when you visit www.fitbeads.co and enter code BGSC20 at checkout.

Let's talk a smidge about legalism and how the pressure or influence to do everything by the book is what prevents you from allowing yourself grace.

Write this quote down in your journal or stick it on your wall with a post-it:  "Allow grace - not legalism - to be the foundation for your practice (Peter Scazzero).

If you are curious about the book I mentioned, view it here* -> Emotionally Healthy Spirituality .

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This episode has graciously been sponsored by Fitbeads a company that offers self-care waistbeads handmade by Black artisans in Ghana.  Treat yo'self and get 20% off when you visit www.fitbeads.co and enter code BGSC20 at checkout.

*BGSC is an Amazon affiliate and as such, I may be paid a small fee if you purchase from the booklink above.

In today's episode I am being very real about my previous thoughts about yoga as well as where I am with it today.  *Spoiler alert* I was afraid to do certain stretches labeled as yoga out of fear of angering God.  Girl, I'm having a whole conversation about this today so press play and let's get into it.

This episode has graciously been sponsored by Fitbeads a company that offers self-care waistbeads handmade by Black artisans in Ghana.  Treat yo'self and get 20% off when you visit www.fitbeads.co and enter code BGSC20 at checkout.

Join me for the next member only Soul-Care Sunday happening in August by becoming a patron.  Visit patreon.com/browngirlselfcare to support the show and become a member.

In this episode of the podcast I'm in conversation with connector and story teller Brie Penermon, Founder of FitBeads, who ethically sources and offers waistbeads that foster self-love, body-love and culture for women.

Brie shares with us how she lost herself and ended up risking her health in the hopes of juggling marriage, babies, a career plus school.  Did I mention that this was all at the the same time?

Her body ended up slowing her down in an unforgettable way and had it not been for rocking waist beads she may not have had the lightbulb moment she needed until things went from bad to worse.

Listen to todays episode and also be sure to find your amazing pair of Fitbeads today.  Click here to shop and be sure to take 20% off your purchase by using code BGSC20.

Books I mentioned in todays episode:

Happy Money Book -> https://amzn.to/3AVQIOy

** Healing Your Lost Inner Child -> https://amzn.to/3ObOoGd

Finding Me (Viola Davis) -> https://amzn.to/3OeDPST

** I believe that this is the book that talks about mapping out your childhood/teenage timeline.  

Love the show and want to dive deeper into sisterhood and healing?  Join me on Patreon - > www.patreon.com/browngirlselfcare.

Amazon disclosure - I participate in the Amazon Affiliate program.  This means that if you purchase something I mention by clicking through the links above, I'll be paid a small commission from the sale.

Welcome back to the Brown Girl Self-Care Podcast.  In today's episode I'm sharing four surprising ways you may have not been a safe space for another Black woman.  This episode is not about judgement or blame but about awareness and reflection as we continue leaning into community care and support for one another.

Patreon supporters of the BGSC podcast get exclusive access to BGSC self-care support group sessions.  Join today -> Patreon.com/browngirlselfcare

How easy has it been for you to tap into self-care?  How does it feel to be vulnerable by being in community with other Black woman?  What would your life look like six months from now if you were in a space where the people in the environment lead with compassion, grace and support?  How would you tap into wholeness when you're able to put your cape down?

Let's cultivate a safe space together.  2x a month we are going to have virtual, healing meetups right online.  Join me on Patreon at any level for access:

Patreon.com/browngirlselfcare

In this episode I'm talking about something that seems pretty popular these days - starting your life over from scratch.  I've been thinking about this to various degrees for some time now and so today I'm sharing my thought process as well as some questions you should ask yourself if you've ever considered doing something similar.

Has the Brown Girl Self-Care podcast helped you embrace a self-care lifestyle?  Consider supporting my work by becoming a patron in my private community!  Click here for more info.

Welcome back to the Brown Girl Self-Care Podcast.  On todays episode I'm getting real about some areas of my life I've had to acknowledge and/or begin working through to heal my daddy wounds.  

1. Being assertive

2. Learning how to receive

3. Embrace softness 

4. Being there for myself

5. Allowing others to support me

6. No longer romanticizing his role in my life + letting go of bitterness

Love the pod?  Be sure to support by leaving a 5 star rating and review where ever you listening.

Really love the pod and want to support the work that I'm doing?  Be sure to become a patron over at Patreon!

Welcome back to the Brown Girl Self-Care Podcast.  Today I am in conversation with fashion icon, actress, tv host, author and speaker Bevy Smith.   Recently she spoke on the TED stage about confidence, being authentic and how life gets greater, later. 

In this episode, Bevy is dropping major gems on life, being your authentic self, owning your ish, working through toxic traits, loving yourself and so much more.  

If you haven't already, grab a copy of Bevy's book, Bevelations- Lessons From A Mutha, Auntie, Bestie and be sure to keep up with her on Instagram.

Love the Brown Girl Self-Care podcast?  Come join me on Patreon and become a supporter!

Love Brown Girl Self-Care and want to support my work?  Consider joining my Patreon -> Brown Girl Self-Care on Patreon

Did this show serve you in some way?  Consider sharing this episode with a friend.  And don't forget to leave a rating and review on iTunes.

Welcome back to the BGSC Podcast.  If you have been struggling to feel centered or recharged, this episode is for you because it may hold the missing key in your self-care practice.  In this episode I'm sharing a bit about earthing, the practice of connecting physically with the earth as well as growing my own food.  Yes, after 4 or 5 years I've finally moved forward on getting a balcony garden started.  Earthing (or grounding) as well as growing my own food are tools for my self-care kit that are both helping me to not only tap into calm and joy, but also allowing me to reconnect with my roots.  Listen in for more.

In this episode I'm sharing ways and reasons to be productive for yourself versus giving it all away to others and your career.  

Come join our sister squad.  19 spots remaining for June's Puzzle and Sip.  Get puzzle and tickets for you and your friends here -> Puzzle and Sip

Support for our sponsor:

RVL Wellness Co is offering a 15% off discount to all of my listeners. Go to www.rvlwellnessco.com and use code "BGSC15” at checkout for 15% off your first order of a self-care puzzle for a limited time.

This episode was sponsored by RVL Wellness Co., a small black woman-owned puzzle company located in Charlotte, NC.

RVL (pronounced Revel) Wellness Co. was founded to provide Black women a luxe self-care experience through dedicated quiet time and mindfulness products.

Founder, Brittny Horne, understood the pressure on Black women to be booked and busy without prioritizing their wellness. She started RVL as a reminder to pause and enjoy an intended moment of calm through puzzling.

They're on a mission to elevate both the personal and professional well-being of Black women. Their mindfulness products feature curated collections from Black female artists and reflect the values, dreams, and joy in our life experience. They believe art should be savored and design puzzles to be framed and used as home decor. 

Whether you have time for a mini wellness break or a full day for quiet time, they have a range of puzzles for you to bask in your peaceful moment. Renew your energy with their handmade puzzles available in 48, 120, or 300 pieces.

It’s your right to settle in and show love to yourself through intentional downtime. They're here to help you revel in it, piece by piece.

RVL Wellness Co is offering a 15% off discount to all of my listeners. Go to www.rvlwellnessco.com and use code "BGSC15” at checkout for 15% off your first order of a self-care puzzle for a limited time.

• You already know (or knew) what you wanted to do years ago
• How we pretend to show up when we really aren't showing up
• How I wasted YEARS of my life starting and stopping

Let me know your thoughts about todays episode.  Reach me at connect@browngirlselfcare.com.

Also, as mentioned, here are the details for the Soul-Care Sunday happening on June 12th! - > Puzzle and Sip!

As of now there are 19 spots left to join us.

During our time together here are some of the points we talked about: 

• How Brittny decided to take a huge risk by living in another country at a young age and if it paid off 
• Working in a toxic job and how she ignored the red flags in the pursuit of making money 
• Questioning herself to the point of having panic attacks and how she reclaimed her life
• How doing puzzles with her grandmother nurtured her spirit
• Why she decided to start a puzzle company that featured Black art  

Want access to podcast episodes before they drop?  Click here to join Brown Girl Self-Care on Patreon for bonus content created to refill your cup.  

Join Us For The Puzzle + Sip!

Support for our sponsor:

This episode was sponsored by RVL Wellness Co., a small black woman-owned puzzle company located in Charlotte, NC.

RVL (pronounced Revel) Wellness Co. was founded to provide Black women a luxe self-care experience through dedicated quiet time and mindfulness products.

Founder, Brittny Horne, understood the pressure on Black women to be booked and busy without prioritizing their wellness. She started RVL as a reminder to pause and enjoy an intended moment of calm through puzzling.

They're on a mission to elevate both the personal and professional well-being of Black women. Their mindfulness products feature curated collections from Black female artists and reflect the values, dreams, and joy in our life experience. They believe art should be savored and design puzzles to be framed and used as home decor. 

Whether you have time for a mini wellness break or a full day for quiet time, they have a range of puzzles for you to bask in your peaceful moment. Renew your energy with their handmade puzzles available in 48, 120, or 300 pieces.

It’s your right to settle in and show love to yourself through intentional downtime. They're here to help you revel in it, piece by piece.

RVL Wellness Co is offering a 15% off discount to all of my listeners. Go to www.rvlwellnessco.com and use code "BGSC15” at checkout for 15% off your first order of a self-care puzzle for a limited time.

In this episode I talk about what self-soothing is, why I feel that it in some cases it's a band-aid fix (but definitely a tool for our self-care tool kits) and also some ways to do it to bring down stress levels and anxiety.

Support for our sponsor:

This episode was sponsored by RVL Wellness Co., a small black woman-owned puzzle company located in Charlotte, NC.

RVL (pronounced Revel) Wellness Co. was founded to provide Black women a luxe self-care experience through dedicated quiet time and mindfulness products.

Founder, Brittny Horne, understood the pressure on Black women to be booked and busy without prioritizing their wellness. She started RVL as a reminder to pause and enjoy an intended moment of calm through puzzling.

They're on a mission to elevate both the personal and professional well-being of Black women. Their mindfulness products feature curated collections from Black female artists and reflect the values, dreams, and joy in our life experience. They believe art should be savored and design puzzles to be framed and used as home decor. 

Whether you have time for a mini wellness break or a full day for quiet time, they have a range of puzzles for you to bask in your peaceful moment. Renew your energy with their handmade puzzles available in 48, 120, or 300 pieces.

It’s your right to settle in and show love to yourself through intentional downtime. They're here to help you revel in it, piece by piece.

RVL Wellness Co is offering a 15% off discount to all of my listeners. Go to www.rvlwellnessco.com and use code "BGSC15” at checkout for 15% off your first order of a self-care puzzle for a limited time.

Causes of depression include abuse, serious illnesses, personal problems and even genes with women being twice as likely as men to be depressed. (WebMD)

According to Hopkins Medicine, approximately 26% of Americans suffer from a diagnosable mental disorder in a given year.  That is about 1 out of every 4 adults.  

My hope is that this episode, and my story, help you or someone you know to understand that if you've ever experienced depression, anxiety, sadness or uncertainty, you are not alone.

Support for our sponsor:

This episode was sponsored by RVL Wellness Co., a small black woman-owned puzzle company located in Charlotte, NC.

RVL Wellness Co. was founded to provide Black women a luxe self-care experience through dedicated quiet time and mindfulness products.

Founder, Brittny Horne, understood the pressure on Black women to be booked and busy without prioritizing their wellness. She started RVL as a reminder to pause and enjoy an intended moment of calm through puzzling.

They're on a mission to elevate both the personal and professional well-being of Black women. Their mindfulness products feature curated collections from Black female artists and reflect the values, dreams, and joy in our life experience. They believe art should be savored and design puzzles to be framed and used as home decor. 

Whether you have time for a mini wellness break or a full day for quiet time, they have a range of puzzles for you to bask in your peaceful moment. Renew your energy with their handmade puzzles available in 48, 120, or 300 pieces.

It’s your right to settle in and show love to yourself through intentional downtime. They're here to help you revel in it, piece by piece.

RVL Wellness Co is offering a 15% off discount to all of my listeners. Go to www.rvlwellnessco.com and use code "BGSC15” at checkout for 15% off your first order of a self-care puzzle for a limited time.

In this episode of the Brown Girl Self-Care Podcast I'm in conversation with Dr. Nic Hardy, a Licensed Therapist based out of TX whose zone of expertise includes helping us repair and/or grow from our relationships while also addressing challenges we face that are rooted in fear, anxiety and trauma.

His work has been featured in Cosmopolitan, HuffPost, NBC LX, PopSugar Ask.Men, Bustle, PscyhCentral and other national publications. He has also consulted on mental health for several fortune 500 companies. He received his Ph.D. from the University of Houston, where his research focused on relationship satisfaction in Black and minority families.

Today, Nic and I are talking about self-care as it relates to issues including:

Survival mode

Managing tension in relationships where we are the primary caregiver

The importance of not overcompensating in relationships

How to better communicate with your partner in healthier ways so that we aren't sending/reading the dreaded "we need to talk" text message

You can find Nic here:

Instagram -> https://www.instagram.com/nichardy_/

Website to book a session -> https://www.nichardy.com/

Twitter -> https://www.twitter.com/nichardycs

If you know that it's your season to take your self-care to the next level, be sure to join my private community on Patreon -> https://www.patreon.com/BrownGirlSelfCare

If this sounds like you, I want you to know that you aren't broken.  Listen to todays episode and let me know if you can relate to my personal share this week.

Get access to exclusive self-care content when you support the show on Patreon.

Share this episode with a friend and don't forget to tag me on social with your thoughts on this topic.

How do we embrace our value and begin to take up the space we rightfully deserve?  Today I'm sharing three specific ways:

1. Honor your value

2. Own your words

3. Fill the space with your presence

Also, a bonus one is that everything we do doesn't warrant an apology (like I used to believe).

Press play on this episode to listen and be sure to share with someone that needs to hear todays message.

Love the podcast?  Want to show support AND get access to bonus self-care content for Black women?  Join me on Patreon here -> Brown Girl Self-Care

In this episode of the Brown Girl Self-Care Podcast Host Bre Mitchell Is addressing 3 things to consider when it comes to "haters" and also, more importantly, what you should focus on instead of giving your energy to naysayers.

Be sure to share this episode with other Black women that need some encouragement and motivation today to prioritize their wholeness and healing plus don't forget to leave a review on iTunes.

Want bonus self-care content including challenges and merch?  Support the pod on Patreon by going to patreon.com/browngirlselfcare

In today's episode I'm sharing my thoughts on the confirmation hearings and how what Hon. Jackson Brown experienced correlates to Black Women in corporate America.

Make sure to support the podcast by joining me on Patreon at www.patreon.com/browngirlselfcare to get bonus content!

Happy Monday and welcome back to the Brown Girl Self-Care Podcast, a show for Black women who are tired of the narrative that wholeness and prioritization are not for us.

On todays episode I'm sharing 5 words with that I now think about in a whole new light when it comes to my wellbeing.  These 5 words have been holding me hostage FOR YEARS before I got intentional about putting myself first.  Are these words holding you back?  Press play on this episode and see for yourself.

Be sure to join me on Patreon in support of the podcast.  www.browngirlselfcare.com/browngirlselfcare

In this episode of the podcast Self-Care Coach Bre discusses the importance of "packing light" as well as three indicators that it's time to start letting things go.  If you've been feeling stuck or weighed down with old relationships, circumstances, habits or beliefs that no longer serve you, this weeks episode is for you.

Join Me on Patreon:

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Work with me to map out your restorative 12 week self-care plan:

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In this weeks episode of the pod I'm talking about the unsexy side of self-care.  While there are a lot of people on social media showing you their self-care highlights I want you to understand that self-care isn't always "'pretty" so that you don't get caught up in comparison traps.

I'm also sharing three steps to take that will help you on your self-care journey:

1 - Self-awareness

2 - Get still

3 - Move Forward

Want to support the Brown Girl Self-Care Podcast for more content like this?  Join my Patreon! - www.patreon.com/browngirlselfcare

Carrying the weight of life can get super heavy, quickly!  It's important to get into a habit of moving and being active because you are giving your body and mind permission to release and let go (emotions, things keeping you stuck and stagnant, etc). 

In todays episode I'm talking about walking and walking meditations.  Have you ever tried this?  Press play to hear more.

In this episode I'm talking about learning to trust yourself, ditching perfectionism, understanding the power of habits and how it's never too late to use your gifts.

Ready for more clarity, confidence and creativity?  Book a 90 minute self-care strategy session with me!  Click here to learn more and book your appointment.

I used to feel so conflicted by this holiday and it was mostly because I centered how I loved myself based on who did or didn't love me.

Listen to todays episode for three tips you can begin to use today to invite more healing to your self-care journey.

Check out the 14 Day Mindset Challenge Right Here -> Mindset Challenge 

Resources I give in this episode:

1-800-273-TALK (National Suicide Prevention Hotline)

Text "Strength" to 741-741 (Crisis Text Line) 

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Click here to learn more about the Mindset Challenge that starts February 14th, 2022!

On this episode of the podcast I'm challenging you to take ten minutes out of your day to be still for better health.  Are you in?  

Learn to use affirmations to increase your calm, clarity and confidence in 2022.  Attend the Brown Girl Self-Care Affirmation Workshop happening January 2nd, 2022.

In today's episode I'm answering a community members question about how to bounce back from a bad decision.  This is a great question because everyone makes choices that don't end up panning out in ways that we hoped for and when that happens we feel stuck on how to move forward.  There is usually shame around it too.  You are more than just the outcomes of your decisions.

Girl, have you saved your seat for my affirmation workshop happening on January 2nd?  This will be a virtual event so no need to hop on a plane or book a hotel.  For 90 minutes I'll be teaching you how to think about your thoughts and words and how to use affirmations in a way where you start to notice positive transformation.  If you're tired of feeling like the words you are saying are a lie, if you don't know how use affirmations or if you want to create a life of more calm, clarity and confidence this workshop is for you.

Register for your space here -> Brown Girl Self-Care Affirmation Workshop

To join me at Januarys self-care workshop by reserving your space here - AFFIRMATION WORKSHOP

Stay connected with me and this unapologetic movement of self-care for Black women by :

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In this episode of the show I'm sharing six sneaky ways we can end up falling for common self-care traps that slow us down or completely take us out.  

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Have you ever felt like you were too quirky, "weird," or just didn't fit in because there was something about you that stood out from the crowd?  Did you try to hide that thing?  Were you teased for it?  That thing you've been sleeping on about yourself can be the key to moving your life forward in a beautiful way.

Sis, do you have an emergency self-care plan in place?  I'm giving you four things to think about today to help you put one in place this week.

Everyone needs support in life.  If you are ready to work one on one for self-care coaching, email Bre at connect@browngirlselfcare.com