Hey y’all! As we close out 2024, we’re taking a heartfelt look back at the journey we’ve been on together this year. In this special end-of-year episode, we’re recapping highlights from our 12 episodes, sharing listener favorites, and reflecting on the lessons that stood out most.

We’ll also introduce my word for 2025: vessel. I’ll share how this word came to me, what it means for my vision, and how I’m preparing to carry it into the new year with purpose and intention.

Plus, I’m thrilled to reintroduce the Brown Heart Community Facebook group—a space for connection, accountability, and mutual growth. And don’t forget about the One Brave Thing a Week Challenge, launching in January. It’s a way to step boldly into 2025, one small courageous action at a time.

What to Expect:

• A recap of this year’s most-loved episodes and funny moments.

• Reflections on the themes of 2024 and what we’re carrying into the new year.

• The meaning behind my 2025 word, vessel, and how it’s guiding my vision.

• An invitation to join the Brown Heart Community and the One Brave Thing Challenge.

Thought to Carry Into the New Year:"Your purpose isn’t tied to a single moment—it’s in the way you fill and pour out your vessel with intention, love, and grace."

Favorite Things This Week:

• Tea of the Week: A cozy cup of Vanilla Chai while journaling about the year ahead.

• Frames of the Week: I am starting the new year with these gorgeous new frames from Zenni engraved with Brown Heart on the arm.

• Self-Care Moment: My bestie and I attended an end of year yoga, sound bath, and journaling session with

Let’s Keep the Conversation Going: Join the Brown Heart Community Facebook group, and let’s prepare for an incredible 2025 together. Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode, and share this one with someone who might need inspiration to reflect and reset.

Here’s to finishing 2024 strong and stepping into 2025 with clarity and intention. See y’all next year!

Hey y’all! This week on the Brown Heart Podcast, we’re continuing last week’s conversation on accountability—this time focusing on the importance of cleansing as we move into 2025. It’s about releasing toxic relationships, negative self-talk, and unrealistic pressures, creating space for what truly matters.

I also share a personal story about feeling overwhelmed by self-imposed January 1 deadlines. A recent coaching session reminded me to take the pressure off, embrace flexibility, and focus on building something sustainable. Accountability isn’t about perfection—it’s about alignment and grace.

1. Cleanse Your Space – Let go of toxic relationships, habits, and mindsets that no longer serve you.

2. Set Realistic Expectations – Give yourself permission to move at a pace that’s sustainable.

3. Build Community – Find spaces that encourage growth and alignment, like our upcoming Brown Heart Facebook Community.

4. Take One Brave Step – Start thinking about a brave action you can take each week to move closer to your goals.

Join me on Instagram (@brownheartwellness) to connect and share your journey. Stay tuned for the January launch of the Brown Heart Facebook Community and the One Brave Thing a Week Challenge—together, we’ll step into 2025 with courage and intention.

• Moment of Clarity: My coaching session—letting go of perfection and choosing sustainability.

• Self-Care Practice: Restorative practice using my bolster and meditation pillow. I finished my book, “Restorative Yoga for Ethnic and Race Based Stress and Trauma” and wanted to start experiencing the poses.

If today’s episode inspired you, share it with a friend and subscribe so you’re ready for next week’s episode, where we’ll align our goals with purpose and prepare for a courageous 2025. Let’s grow together!

Hey y’all, welcome to the Brown Heart Podcast! This week, we’re diving into a powerful conversation about accountability and purpose as we prepare for 2025. Inspired by the movie Wicked, we’re unpacking themes of power, privilege, and resilience—and how they show up in our lives, especially during times of reflection and transition.

In this episode, we explore:

• The lessons from Wicked: How movies like this normalize oppression while highlighting the brilliance of underrepresented voices, and what that means for us in reclaiming our purpose.

• Accountability as liberation: Shifting from meeting external expectations to aligning with your values and purpose.

• The power of community: Introducing the Brown Heart Facebook Community and how we’ll use it to support each other’s growth and purpose.

• A sneak peek at the One Brave Thing a Week Challenge: A January initiative to help you take intentional, courageous steps toward your goals.

“Our gifts are not anchored to one person, place, or situation—they are tied to our purpose.” As we reflect on 2024 and look ahead, let’s reclaim our narrative and build systems that honor our growth and vision.

• Tea of the Week: A warm cup of Moroccan Mint Tea from Rooted Vines—it’s grounding and just what I needed to start my mornings this week. We met this beautiful couple at an outdoor market some time ago and again last week.

• Watch of the Week: Wicked has me reflecting deeply on the complexities of purpose and power. Highly recommend it if you're ready to think critically and see beyond the story!

• Moment of the Week: Our annual Cocoa and Karaoke family night putting up the tree and enjoying the family.

Join the Brown Heart Facebook Community for more reflections and accountability as we prepare for 2025. Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast, and let’s continue this journey together with purpose and courage.

Let me know what resonated most for you from today’s episode by tagging me on Instagram (@brownheartwellness). Until next week, take care, prioritize your peace, and let’s prepare for what’s ahead together.