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.

Hey y’all! Welcome back to the Brown Heart Podcast. This week, we’re talking about the power of reflection and resetting as we prepare to close out 2024. It’s a busy season, and if you’re feeling the pressure to wrap everything up perfectly, trust me—you’re not alone. But here’s the truth: the way we end the year sets the tone for how we step into the next one.

Last year, I made the mistake of pressing the gas through November and December, thinking I could do it all. By January, I was completely burned out. This year, I’m doing things differently—with more intention, reflection, and grace—and I want to share how you can, too.

• Why resetting matters: The importance of pausing, reflecting, and creating space for renewal.

• Practical ways to reset: From setting a theme or word for 2025 to detaching from outcomes we can’t control, we’ll discuss how to close the year with clarity.

• A reflective practice: Four key questions to guide your reflections as you navigate the transition from 2024 into 2025.

• A mindful moment: A guided exercise to help you release what’s not serving you and carry gratitude into the new year.

• Self-Care Item of the Week: I pulled my juicer back out to reset from all of the Thanksgiving goodies! This juicer has been by far one of my favorite juicers!

• Word of the Year Inspiration: Reflecting on my 2024 word, rhythm, has been a reminder to stay aligned with my internal flow.

• Gift Items for Your Favorite Yogi: I decided to create a collage of gift ideas for your favorite yogi! Check it out!

  
  

What’s your word or theme for 2025? I’d love to hear your reflections on this week’s episode. Share your thoughts with me over on Instagram (@brownheartwellness) or LinkedIn, and don’t forget to tag me if you share this episode with your friends!

Make sure you’re subscribed to the Brown Heart Podcast so you don’t miss next week’s episode, where we’ll dive into building sustainable accountability practices for the new year. Let’s close out 2024 with purpose, intention, and a whole lot of grace.

Wishing you peace, clarity, and renewal,

Samantha

Hey y’all! Welcome back to the Brown Heart Podcast. Today, we’re diving into a topic that feels especially important this time of year—self-care during uncertain times. As we near the end of 2024, many of us are holding a mix of emotions: joy from the holidays, and for some, the weight of layoffs, setbacks, or unexpected transitions. It’s not easy to hold both joy and hurt at the same time, but it’s possible—and necessary.

In this episode, we’ll explore:

• How to honor the full range of emotions—joy, disappointment, hope, and frustration—all at once.

• The truth that our purpose isn’t tied to one job, person, or moment but rooted in who we are.

• Practical self-care strategies that go beyond bubble baths, focusing on what you truly need in uncertain times.

"Our gifts are not anchored to one place, person, or situation, but to our purpose." Let this truth remind you that no matter what’s happening around you, your worth and purpose remain constant. You are more than any one moment.

• Self-Care Item of the Week: I bought a mini patio heater so that I can sit outside in the cold and I have been in pure bliss!

• Quote of the Week: "Our gifts are not anchored to one place, person, or situation, but to our purpose."

• Glasses of the Week: Cute opal, geometric, gold rimmed frames great for meetings and brunch.

We’re still doing our 10-day gratitude challenge, so join the movement by sharing what you’re grateful for using #BrownHeartChallenge. If this episode resonated with you, let me know! Share it with a friend or tag me on Instagram (@brownheartwellness). And don’t forget to subscribe so you won’t miss next week’s episode on year-end reflections and self-care for stepping into 2025 with clarity and purpose.

Until then, take care of yourself, honor your emotions, and know that you’re worthy just as you are. Wishing you peace and strength this season!