Brown Girl Self-Care
Join Bre, aka The Self-Care Pusher from Southern California, as she shares life experiences, weighs in on current events, amps up her wellness/health habits and finds clean(ish) products to try all for the sake of taking her physical, spiritual and emotional well-being to the next level and (hopefully) inspiring other women of color to do so as well. It's time to become obsessed with our self-care!
Episodes
The 4 Stages Of The "Self-Care Cup" You Need To Know
What does your mental health and well-being capacity actually look like right now? In this episode, Bre introduces the concept of the Self-Care Cup: a powerful framework for measuring your capacity for healing, joy, and resilience.Tune in as Bre breaks down the 4 distinct stages of the Self-Care Cup, helps you identify exactly where you currently stand, and shares the practical steps needed to mov
Our Safety + The In-Between Place of Healing
Our safety matters. Period. This episode is a reminder to protect yourself, know your squad, and stay aware of your surroundings. Inspired by the untimely passing of Nolan, this conversation wasn't something I could hold back. Then I'm switching gears into something deeply personal - the in-between place of healing. If you've been doing the work and wondering why it's still taking
Stop Waiting For Pemission: YOU ARE HER
Are you waiting for a radical sign to finally step into the version of yourself you’ve always imagined? I'm breaking down why that "permission" you’re looking for isn’t coming. Spoiler alert - it's because you are already her.Key Moments:The Radical Sign Trap: Why waiting for the stars to align is actually a form of procrastination.Activation vs. Achievement: You don't become
Trusting Yourself After Making Bad Choices
When plans fall apart or life throws a curveball, what is the very first thing that starts spinning in your head? For most of us, the shock is immediately followed by a wave of self-attack: “I should have known better. I should have tried harder. I should have done things differently.”In this episode, lets talk about the "should" spiral and how we abandon our internal authority when things
It's Beyond Time To Be Thinking About Your Endgame.
Now, more than ever, is the right time for you to be thinking about yourself. If you are a Black woman in your 40s, 50s, 60s, or beyond, chances are you have spent decades as a caregiver. Whether you are managing children, siblings, grandchildren, or aging parents, you might be at a point where something simply has to give. If you notice that you are constantly exhausted and your health is feeling
There is Something For You. Lots of Somethings.
Have you ever looked at your life and realized things are not going the way you initially designed or imagined? You’re making the changes, you’re being intentional, you’re doing the work—but that "one great thing" you had your heart set on just didn't pan out.In this intimate solo episode I am reminding you that there is something amazing (many somethings in fact) out there for you eve
Generational Healing and Blooming w/ Tara Pringle Jefferson
Today I am in conversation with Tara Pringle Jefferson, Author of Bloom How You Must: A Black Woman’s Guide to Self-Care and Generational Healing. Tara is the founder of The Self Care Suite, a digital wellness community for Black women. Over the last decade, she has brought her wellness expertise to corporate audiences including WW, SiriusXM, Wayfair, and Priceline.During our time together we tal
About those times you go out of your way to go against your goals and vision
Have you ever caught yourself fighting for a situation you already know you don't want because it shrinks you? In this episode, I’m sharing a moment of clarity I had after spending half an hour chasing down someone in a store to inquire about a job. It will make sense when you hit "play" and have a listen.We try so hard to make an uncomfortable situation comfortable just because it fe
Are You The Pusher Or The Driver?
I'm back behind the mic and dropping some real talk about what happens when life forces you to wake up from autopilot. This week, I’m sharing the raw reality of working a labor-intensive retail job at 50, dealing with the daily grind of pushing carts, and how a repetitive question from an older gentleman in the store literally stopped me dead in my tracks and forced me to look at how I'm n
Outside Is Still Ghetto (But My Voice Is Valid)
After an extended hiatus, I'm back behind the mic!! I’m sharing the raw reality of navigating a major life transition at 50, dealing with the structural games of the "outside world," and wrestling with the deeply colonized fear that unless you are young, trendy, and constantly producing, your voice doesn't matter.Spoiler alert: It does matter.True, decolonized self-care isn't
Un-Laboring In This Season When $$ May Be Tight
Let's talk a little about when you are in a season that requires you to un-labor a bit and stop grinding. I believe that Black women deserve more ease and to receive income and abundance with ease, myself included, so there will be times that we are required to un-labor and allow God to step in and provide miracles. This is counterintuitive to the lessons we learned that told us that in orde
For Black Women Love Isn't Enough - When to Stop Fixing a Dead Relationship
Valentine's Day was just a few days ago, but today we’re talking about the side of love we rarely discuss: the grace of letting go. Inspired by a surprising lesson from Mr. Rogers, this episode explores why we often keep pouring our "salt"—our energy, labor, and essence—into relationships that are no longer viable.Let's talk about the "Fixer" trap, the difference between a
2026 Is Not The Year For Distractions
Late in 2025 one of my distractions, one that I wasn't aware of for a while, was fear. I was afraid that If I didn't earn income or receive it in a certain way, I wasn't doing things "right." This ended up putting me into a bit of freeze mode and if you've ever experienced freeze mode you know how much that feels like being stuck in time.In todays episode, let's talk
Listener Question - How Can I Practice Self-Care During This Time of Fascism and ICE
Hey, hey!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
Sharing the Hard Stuff: Finding Space to Be Real
In this episode I’m talking about something that’s deeply personal yet universally human: the courage to share your truth. Sometimes the weight we carry, like shame, fear, embarrassment, or unspoken experiences, can hold us back from living fully. Sharing your truth doesn’t have to be dramatic or performative, it is about creating space to release, reflect, and heal.We’re talking about:Why holding
Small Beginnings, Big Intentions: Claiming Space (a Tiny Shed) as Self-Care
In this first episode of the year, I’m sharing something that may not matter to anyone else on the planet and how it reminded me that self-care isn’t always loud, aesthetic, or dramatic.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 J
Last Episode of 2025: Don't Do "Goals" But Instead Be More Intentional in 2026
The B.E.I.N.G. Space reopens January 3rd, 2026Welcome 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 happenYour goals don't need to be about fixing your perceived flaws or being
If You Are A People-Pleaser You MUST Communicate Radical Boundaries in 2026
Following last week’s episode on being your authentic self, today we are diving into the challenging but essential work of communicating new, radical boundaries. This is all about preparing yourself for a truly authentic 2026 where you are free to be yourself. In this episode i'll be sharing:how boundaries are liberationthe importance of staying as cool as a cucumber when expressing your bou
December Is The Best Month To Release The "Fake" and Find Your Real Self
The work discussed in this episode, as we enter the final days of 2025, is not just about ending the year on a high. What I feel it is, is an opportunity to see 2026 as the year your authentic self is non-negotiable. In this episode we are talking about self-care through the lens of transition, a fresh start, into the new year. In this episode let's explore: Winter as the Shedding Season: U
5 Signs You Need To Go Sit Down Somewhere
In this episode, I'm getting honest about the moments when your spirit is no longer whispering, but instead she’s tapping you on the shoulder, side-eyeing you, and begging you to just sit down somewhere.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 lea
(Rewind 2022) Not Sure If You Are Healing? Here Are some Shifts I Noticed That You May Be Experienced In Your Journey
Hello Beautiful Black Woman!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 emotionallyUnderstanding my toxic patterns and behaviorsNot trying to change people but instead focusing on meRealizing that I can choose what I do for healingListen in
Keep Your Credit Card In Your Wallet, Sis!
Overconsumerism this holiday season will not save us. Many of us want to "keep up with the Jones'" when they likely are living check to check themselves. Buying with intention versus buying to people please and prove your worth are different energies. Let's have a quick chat about this.Our Sponsors:* Check out Bilt and use my code joinbilt.com/selfcare for a great deal: https://
I'm "Failing" At Life And That's Ok! (A Little Spicy Language)
Hey, hey! In this episode I'm sharing part of a recent video I created. In It I talked about the idea of the American dream. By those standards, this vision of success we've been told to strive for, I am failing because my life doesn't align, and that's ok! Listen in for moreOur Sponsors:* Check out Bilt and use my code joinbilt.com/selfcare for a great deal: https://www.biltre
6 Things You Can Start Doing Today To Have "Perfect Days" (Takeaways from Perfect Days Movie)
If you are in need of a reminder to slow down, be present and not feel pressured to buy/have "all the things", this episode is definitely for you!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 wi
Grinding And Hustling Is Not The "Work", Our Self-Care Is, So That's What I'm About To Do.
This episode, what I'm doing for the next 30 days is going to sound crazy. I get it. It needs to be done though because I'm locking in on how I'm blooming versus worrying about laboring to earn money. In our culture 9-5'ing/grinding is where our energy primarily goes and if there is anything left we do a little tending to ourselves. I'm flipping the narrative for the next 3
Dear Black Women: Life Won't Start "Lifing" Until You Do
Dear Black women, especially those of us over 40 years old, now is your time (and mine) to get "unstuck." Let's stop waiting around for something magical to happen in order for us to do WHATEVER it is we want to do in this season.This episode is straight from my Youtube Live. Be sure to subscribe there so you can see my beautiful face :). Here is the linkLet me know what you thought a
In My 50s, No 9-5 In Six Years, And Rebuilding My LIfe (Spicy Language!)
There is a bit of cussery in this episode, heads up.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 itHow I kept myself afloat through moving, using my 401k, podcasting, freelancing, and
Centering Sisterhood Because Nobody Cares About Black Women But Us
I tried recording this episode on Sunday and when I went to upload it, there was no audio. So I decided to hop onto Youtube Live on Monday morning and record it there. *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 Woma
Black Women Aren't Supposed to Do These Extreme Self-Care Acts
I want to preface this episode with a couple of things:#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
5 Easy Beauty Practices To Remind You Of Your Worth And Who You Are
I want to preface this episode with a couple of things:#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 YOUIn this episode of the Brown Girl Self-Care Podcast, I'm giving you five simple beauty practices that serve as dai
My Sleep Has Been Wrecked. Here’s How I’m Starting Over
My sleep has been wrecked since I moved. Last year I had the perfect setup: a bed that supported me, a routine that worked, and deep, consistent rest. Now? I’m on a futon, waking up at 4 a.m. to take my daughter to work, and dragging through the day. 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 bedt
5 for 50: The Truths I’m Carrying Into This New Decade
This week I turn 50. Instead of balloons or cake, I’m marking this milestone by sharing five truths that feel carved into me now. Call it my 5 for 50. These are the lessons I’m carrying into this next decade—about boundaries, embodiment, reciprocity, friendship, and trusting the timing of my life.If you’re in your 40s, 50s, 60s, I hope you hear yourself in these truths. And if you’re younger, I ho
Daily Boundaries That Save Your Sanity
Boundaries don’t always look like cutting people off or quitting jobs. The ones that actually keep you from burning out are the daily boundaries — the small choices that say: my time, my body, and my energy belong to me.In this episode, I’m breaking down five daily boundaries that protect your sanity:Not answering texts right awaySaying “I can’t talk right now”Blocking off the first 30 minutes of
ETCF - Flexin' Your $$ One Month Then Broke The Next While Business Building
We are out here building businesses, doing side gigs, dreaming about walking in our purpose, right? Yes! As we do this, there may be a pull for you to get out there and showboat just how well you are doing by flaunting your income while encouraging others to quit their job and "get like you." This episode is a reminder that this isn't the way to grow. There will be ups and downs in
Trust, Transformation and No Longer Constantly Bracing For The Worst Case Scenario
I’m sharing what it looked like to move from bracing for the worst to making space for the best. This shift didn’t happen overnight, but it’s changed how I move through life, how I feel in my body, and how I trust myself.We talk about:The moment I realized my trust was starting to changeHow my nervous system used to feel vs. how it feels nowWhy trust takes time to rebuildAlso, as mentioned: BEING
The Superwoman Contract We Never Agreed To
So many of us are walking around with an invisible contract we never agreed to—but we’re still out here living by it. It's the Superwoman Contract. In this episode, I’m naming what it is, where it comes from, how it keeps us stuck, and what it costs us to keep performing strength.We talk about:What the Superwoman Contract actually isWhy we feel obligated to carry so muchHow this “strength” is
Black Women Over 40, Gather Here!
I'm turning 50 soon, and that shift is showing up everywhere. That includes Brown Girl Self-Care. In this episode, I’m sharing why Brown Girl Self-Care is now centering Black women in our 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s. There needs to be wellness and self-care conversations for Black women who have entered middle-age. That is what this is.We talk about:Why most wellness content doesn’t hit for us an
ETCF - This Is Why You Won't Make It
Hey, hey!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
Spaciousness Can Be Uncomfortable. No One Told Me That.
We romanticize the idea of creating space—clearing our calendars, releasing relationships, cutting ties with the noise. But what happens when you finally get the space you’ve been asking for... and it doesn’t feel good?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
(Replay) 4 Ways You Aren't Being A Safe Space For Other Black Women
Hey, hey!!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 jud
Replay: What We NOT Gonna Do is Normalize Our Needs Being Unmet
*This episode is a little cussy so nsfw*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 $4
What One Year of No Contact w/ My Mother Taught Me
**** This episode has cussing and also goes into detail about childhood trauma/abuse****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 yo
ETCF - You Are Training People To Not Value Your Labor When You Don't Charge
This is an "Eff The Cubicle Friday" episodeReal 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 busin
Can You Be in Community With Yourself? Are You Your Best Friend?
We talk about wanting community. Wanting softness. Craving care and to be seen. The thing is though, how are you gonna ask for that from other people, or give it to other people, when you don’t even give it to yourself?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 m
Rebuilding Trust With Yourself When You’ve Spent Years Self-Abandoning
In this episode, I’m talking about what it actually looks like to rebuild trust with yourself — especially when you’ve spent a lifetime ignoring your needs, second-guessing your voice, and shrinking to keep the peace. If you’ve ever felt stuck in patterns of self-abandonment, this one’s for you.I share the 4 daily practices I’ve been using to come back to myself and start rebuilding that trust in
ETCF - Why I Started Eff The Cubicle
Eff the Cubicle Fridays: A New Chapter BeginsIn 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 m
Black Women Are Not Stepping Off The Sidewalk Anymore
Listen to the episode from 2020Link to the free mini quideIn 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, t
Black Women Deserve Tenderness + An Exciting Update For This Podcast
Have you lived your entire life knowing that you deserved to receive tenderness as well as be tender? I lacked that for a long while and unfortunately it cost me two solid relationships. In honor of our humanity I decided to take a year exploring tenderness as a form of liberation and am sharing my thoughts with those of you signed up for the newsletter. You can sign up at any time by visiting
(Rewind) My Self-Love Was At A Deficit. How About You?
In this heartfelt rewind episode, I take you inside a quiet moment of reflection at a solo retreat where I finally let the tears come. I talk about what it means to give so much to others while constantly putting ourselves last, and why so many Black women — myself included — struggle to give the same love, softness, and support to ourselves.I share:Why crying helped me realize what my soul is cra
What Black Women Need To Hear About Rest, Money and Doing Less in 2025
Brown Girl Self-Care is where Black women reclaim our wholeness and power in a world that demands our labor but denies our humanity. Here, the care of ourselves—and the care for each other—become sacred acts of justice, powerful ways of honoring our humanity in a world that doesn’t. Let’s take this journey together—we are worthy of this care.In this episode of Brown Girl Self-Care, we're cutti
If Mother's Day Left You Feeling Heavy
Brown Girl Self-Care is where Black women reclaim our wholeness and power in a world that demands our labor but denies our humanity. Here, the care of ourselves—and the care for each other—become sacred acts of justice, powerful ways of honoring our humanity in a world that doesn’t. Let’s take this journey together—we are worthy of this care.If you’re feeling heavy the day after Mother’s Day, this
Don't Let Others Shame You Into Thinking Your Life Is "Boring."
Brown Girl Self-Care is where Black women reclaim our wholeness and power in a world that demands our labor but denies our humanity. Here, the care of ourselves—and the care for each other—become sacred acts of justice, powerful ways of honoring our humanity in a world that doesn’t. Let’s take this journey together—we are worthy of this care.First things first! I want to invite you to join me on M
From Fear to Worth: Navigating the Path to Self-Trust
Brown Girl Self-Care is where Black women reclaim our wholeness and power in a world that demands our labor but denies our humanity. Here, the care of ourselves—and the care for each other—become sacred acts of justice, powerful ways of honoring our humanity in a world that doesn’t.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!
Give Yourself Your Pretty and Your Best
Brown Girl Self-Care is where Black women reclaim our wholeness and power in a world that demands our labor but denies our humanity. Here, the care of ourselves—and the care for each other—become sacred acts of justice, powerful ways of honoring our humanity in a world that doesn’t.In this episode I want to remind Black women of the importance of giving themselves their best. We have got to stop r
2025 Is The Year To Consume Less and Lead More
Brown Girl Self-Care is where Black women reclaim our wholeness and power in a world that demands our labor but denies our humanity. Here, the care of ourselves—and the care for each other—become sacred acts of justice, powerful ways of honoring our humanity in a world that doesn’t.Overconsumption can be tearing down your self-identity and self-worth, instead of helping us take action on our inher
I'm tired of laboring without purpose so the only choice is to believe in myself
Brown Girl Self-Care is where Black women reclaim our wholeness and power in a world that demands our labor but denies our humanity. Here, the care of ourselves—and the care for each other—become sacred acts of justice, powerful ways of honoring our humanity in a world that doesn’t.2025 is a pivotal year for me and for many other Black women who are sick of these systems and sick of laboring at jo
Listener Question - "How Are You Handling IRS Debt + Financial Struggle?"
Brown Girl Self-Care is where Black women reclaim our wholeness and power in a world that demands our labor but denies our humanity. Here, the care of ourselves—and the care for each other—become sacred acts of justice, powerful ways of honoring our humanity in a world that doesn’t.I've got a listener question today that came from my Instagram dm's. She wanted to know how I hancled/am han
Nourishing Your "Soil" Will Help You Reclaim Your Identity
Brown Girl Self-Care is where Black women reclaim our wholeness and power in a world that demands our labor but denies our humanity. Here, the care of ourselves—and the care for each other—become sacred acts of justice, powerful ways of honoring our humanity in a world that doesn’t.This episode is specifically for those of us who grew up believing that we were "bad" or too flawed to be lov
In 2025 I Want To Talk About Breaking My Cycle of Financial Struggle
Brown Girl Self-Care is where Black women reclaim our wholeness and power in a world that demands our labor but denies our humanity. Here, the care of ourselves—and the care for each other—become sacred acts of justice, powerful ways of honoring our humanity in a world that doesn’t.In this episode I'm getting real about my financial struggles, personal growth, and the steps I'm taking to b
Needing Grace Is Not A Failure On Your Part
Brown Girl Self-Care is where Black women reclaim our wholeness and power in a world that demands our labor but denies our humanity. Here, the care of ourselves—and the care for each other—become sacred acts of justice, powerful ways of honoring our humanity in a world that doesn’tSometimes we need to ask for grace, and there is no shame in that. Whether it’s adjusting a financial commitment, back
Everything Doesn't Have To Be "Big" This Season (And That's Ok)
Brown Girl Self-Care is where Black women reclaim our wholeness and power in a world that demands our labor but denies our humanity. Here, the care of ourselves—and the care for each other—become sacred acts of justice, powerful ways of honoring our humanity in a world that doesn’tI had big plans for this season—new episodes, a bold rebrand, coming back stronger than ever. But the truth? This migh
5 Things To Remember When Taking Unplanned Breaks From The Grind
Brown Girl Self-Care is where Black women reclaim our wholeness and power in a world that demands our labor but denies our humanity. Here, the care of ourselves—and the care for each other—become sacred acts of justice, powerful ways of honoring our humanity in a world that doesn’t.In this episode of the Brown Girl Self-Care podcast, I’m opening up about what I learned from taking an unplanned bre
Moving, Starting Over and Letting Go of 95% Of All My Stuff Because I Can't Afford To Take It With Me
Brown Girl Self-Care is where Black women reclaim our wholeness and power in a world that demands our labor but denies our humanity. Here, the care of ourselves—and the care for each other—become sacred acts of justice, powerful ways of honoring our humanity in a world that doesn’t.In this episode of the Brown Girl Self-Care podcast, I’m sharing an intimate life update as I prepare to move from Ca
(Replay) Black Women Must Forever Have Their Faces "Fixed" vs Our Humanity Honored
Brown Girl Self-Care is a space where Black women come to honor our humanity and reclaim our power in a world that takes us for granted. Here, choosing ourselves—our healing, our joy, and our rest—is an act of radical resistance and deep self-love.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
(Replay) 4 Things To Think About If It's Hard For You To Receive
Brown Girl Self-Care is where Black women reclaim our wholeness and power in a world that demands our labor but denies our worth. Here, the care of ourselves—and the care for each other—become radical acts of love and justice, profound ways of honoring our humanity in a world that doesn’t.In this episode, we unpack the discomfort and stigma that Black women often feel when it comes to asking for a
(Replay) Boundaries + Your Body IS The Biggest Truth Teller
Brown Girl Self-Care is where Black women reclaim our wholeness and power in a world that demands our labor but denies our worth. Here, the care of ourselves—and the care for each other—become radical acts of love and justice, profound ways of honoring our humanity in a world that doesn’t.In this episode, we explore what it means to listen deeply to the signals our bodies send us and how that list
(Replay) Giving Yourself GRACE Is The Way, Not Legalism.
In this quick episode, let's talk about the idea of breaking free from legalism and embracing grace as a foundation for personal growth in this new season. Legalism is the strict adherence to moral codes that kept me stuck for years until I realized how important it was for me to unlearn the harm of this kind of mindset. If you are moving towards more self-love, acceptance, and peace, your dai
(Replay from 2021) Embracing Change In The New Year
In honor of the new year ahead, let's talk about being in a place where we want to allow change into our lives to align with personal growth and abundance. You weren't put here to live, struggle and die so, prepare yourself for the changes ahead. In this episode I'm giving you a few simple steps to get you started.Our Sponsors:* Check out Bilt and use my code joinbilt.com/selfcare for
(Replay from 2023) "I Choose Peace Instead Of This"
This year has had some amazing things come to fruition, but it was also hard in some ways. too. When you are the one in your family or circle breaking generational cycles, or if you are blooming into some life changes right now, it's easy for our minds to feel like it's always going to stay hard or that you will struggle forever. Choosing peace as I'm talking about in this episode isn
(Replay From 2022) Silence, Solitude, Surrender and Stillness. Which One Do You Need Right Now?
Hey, hey! In this episode I'm talking about 4 things we all need, even if on occassion: silence, stillness, solitude, and surrender. These elements are essential for holistic self-care, especially for us, Black women who deserve to prioritize well-being as we resist cycles of stress and dysfunction.If you are thinking about tuning into your intuition, embracing vulnerability, and practicing se
(Replay from 2023) 3 Ways You Can Elevate Your Life in 2025
In this episode of the Brown Girls Self Care Podcast, I'm sharing three critical actions Black women can take in 2025 to transform their lives with more healing and joy. The episode emphasizes the importance of dating oneself regularly, undertaking solo trips to foster self-reliance and personal growth, and implementing 'think weeks' or days for deep reflection and planning. These are
I'm Taking A Sabbatical And So Should You
Hey y’all, it’s Bre, and I’ve got something important to share with you today. After reflecting on the constant hustle culture we’re all caught up in and seeing a powerful confirmation in an unexpected place—a video of Macy Gray, no less—I’ve decided to take a sabbatical for the month of December.In this episode, I’m sharing:Why rest is a necessaryHow I knew it was time to pause and honor my intui
The Reminder You Need This Week: The Work Is Working, Sis!
Hey, sis. Let this episode be your reminder that the work you’re doing—yes, even the small stuff—is working. Whether it’s pausing to take a deep breath, setting a boundary, or speaking to yourself with more kindness, these small shifts are creating big changes.Today, I’m sharing personal reflections and encouragement to remind you that you are making progress, even when it doesn’t feel obvious. I’
No Compromises: Building a Platform Rooted in Liberation, Not Capitalism
In this very transparent episode, I share the challenges of staying true to the mission of Brown Girl Self-Care while navigating the harsh realities of capitalism. As a one-woman operation, I discuss how sponsorships have helped sustain this platform but also created inner conflict when values clash with business opportunities.You'll hear:Why I’m reimagining the future of Brown Girl Self-CareT
So I Just Said "Goodbye" To Several Thousand Ladies. Let's Talk About What's Next
Hey y’all, it’s Bre here, and this week, I’m pulling back the curtain to let you in on the big changes happening with Brown Girl Self-Care as well as with me. I recently made the decision to close down the newsletter, and today, I’m talking about why—and what’s coming next.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
Join BGSC on Monday (11/4/24) + (Rewind) Crease The Damn Page, Sis!
Meet me on Zoom for "Gather and Be" on Monday, November 4th @ 5pm Pacific / 8pm Eastern. Link Here 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 i
Black Woman, How Are you Holding Up This Election Season?
Hey y’all, it’s Bre here with a special check-in episode of Brown Girl Self-Care. With election season in full swing and November 5th quickly approaching, I’m holding space for Black women who are feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or even terrified by the current climate. In this episode, I share responses from our Threads community and offer practical tips to stay grounded, empowered, and resilient
Take Your Time, Sis: Why Black Women Must Use Their PTO, FMLA, and Short-Term Disability
As the end of the year approaches, it's time to talk about something crucial: taking time off. In this episode of Brown Girl Self-Care, Bre is breaking down why Black women need to prioritize their health by using their personal time off (PTO), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and short-term disability. Many of us let our PTO go unused or feel guilty about asking for time away from work—bu
Protecting Your Peace or Scared To Say Something?
In this episode, let's chat about the delicate line between protecting your peace and speaking up for yourself, especially as a Black woman navigating a world shaped by trauma. I'm sharing my thoughts on when speaking up is necessary and how to distinguish between fear and empowerment. We are reclaiming our voices, healing with compassion, and balancing self-care in a society that often tr
Perimenopause Is Raggedy. Here Are Some Signs To Look Out For.
It's going to be one of those episodes, today. I'm sharing about my perimenopause/menopause journey, signs that I'm actually in perimenopause so that you can have a "heads up" as well as giving you a few tips to help get you through when it comes for you. Our Sponsors:* Check out Bilt and use my code joinbilt.com/selfcare for a great deal: https://www.biltrewards.com* Check o
