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Welcome to ”The Black Woman’s Stress Solution,” the podcast for ambitious black women who are navigating the complexities of success while striving for balance and well-being in their lives. Brig Johnson, your host and go-to coach for stress management, brings you insights, strategies, tools and a little bit of neurobiology to master mindfulness, self-improvement, confidence, and personal growth. With Brig’s guidance, you’ll learn how to become unstuck and manage stress effectively while pursuing your goals and dreams to create your EPIC shit. Each week Brig dives deep into the world of self-care, mindset shifts, and empowerment strategies tailored specifically for Black women in business and leadership roles. With a focus on self-awareness, confidence-building, and goal-setting, this podcast provides the tools and guidance needed to navigate the challenges of work, health, relationships, and modern life with grace and resilience. Whether you’re an experienced women boss or just starting your journey of self-discovery, this podcast is your go-to resource for becoming the empowered, confident woman you were meant to be. Brig addresses common questions and challenges faced by high-achieving black women, offering practical advice and actionable steps to help you unlearn and unleash to live a more balanced and fulfilling life. Examples of these questions are: *How can Black women effectively manage stress while juggling multiple responsibilities? *What are some mindfulness techniques specifically tailored for Black women? *How can Black women develop a positive mindset in the face of challenges and setbacks? *What strategies can Black women employ to boost self-confidence and self-esteem? *How can Black women set achievable goals for personal and professional growth? *What are some practical self-care practices that Black women can incorporate into their daily routines? *How can Black women navigate imposter syndrome and overcome feelings of inadequacy? *What role does self-love play in stress management and personal empowerment for Black women? *How can Black women overcome barriers to seeking help and support for their mental health? *What are some effective techniques for boundary-setting and prioritizing self-care in a demanding work environment? *How can Black women cultivate resilience and bounce back from triggers stronger than before? *What resources are available for Black women seeking mentorship, coaching, or community support? *How can Black women leverage their unique experiences societal bullshit and perspectives to excel in their careers and personal lives? *What are some common misconceptions about stress management and self-improvement for Black women, and how can they be addressed? *How can Black women balance ambition and self-care to achieve sustainable success and fulfillment? * How can Black women become unstoppable and unf*ckwithable being their absolute best self…no matter what the situation—not allowing outside things to impact how they think and feel about themselves, what they do, or how they show up in the world? *Health and relationships and societal bullshit that create stress for black women *Why stress is the biggest block to your confidence, keeping you stuck. *Why is creating safety one of the first things we must address as black women? *Why is stress hindering the growth of our relationships? Subscribe to ”The Black Woman’s Stress Solution” today and embark on a journey of empowerment, resilience, and growth. Visit https://brigjohnson.com/ to learn more about Brig Johnson and her coaching services.
Episodes
Monday Aug 15, 2022
Monday Aug 15, 2022
Most of us know that dopamine is called the seeking hormone, the feel-good hormone but did you know that dopamine can also be called the predictive hormone?
You see, dopamine is released, when the world meets our expectations or exceeds them. This is why in scenarios even if there’s a negative outcome, meaning an outcome that we didn't really want, we still get a splash of dopamine. This is when you’re like, ”I figured that would happen or see, I told you so, I knew this was how the world was.” The dopamine is released because you got what you expected. It reinforces that the world is as you predicted it to be and there's safety in that you know exactly how the world works.
This predictive side of the dopamine hormone is exactly why we often rejoice in things we shouldn’t because it feels so right. The problem is that it supports a story that keeps us at our current level. There is another story that we can receive dopamine from too. It’s the one where you create a different experience, uplevel your life, and do epic sh*t. Listen in to learn how.
MENTIONS -—
EP. 03 Playing Fetch - https://breakthroughwithbrig.podbean.com/e/ep-04-playing-fetch/
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Monday Aug 08, 2022
Monday Aug 08, 2022
How often do we push something to the side when we can’t decide on what to do or what we want, simply because we don’t want to own our decisions?
I invite you to consider where indecision could be showing up in your life and how the things you are pushing aside affect your capacity to move forward. Because Queen, there is a cost associated with indecision, and especially for black women, this cost is crippling.
Yes, we have been conditioned to not own our decisions but the ultimate reason why we don't own our decisions is that we have not owned our freedom. I really want you to understand this. This is key.
So let's talk about indecision, owning our freedom, and why we don't do it.
And if you want to discover the freedom formula and experience ultimate inner peace, I invite you to join me in a two-day masterclass happening on Friday, August 12th and 13th, both at 11 am CST. Go to www.brigjohnson.com/masterclass to register.
RESOURCES —
Join the Group Coaching Waitlist for Deeply Rooted - https://www.brigjohnson.com/group
Join the Next Breakthrough Master Class - https://brigjohnson.kartra.com/calendar/BreakthroughMasterclass
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Share Your Takeaways With Me - Write to brig@brigjohnson.com
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Website - http://brigjohnson.com/
Monday Aug 01, 2022
Monday Aug 01, 2022
Today we are discussing one of the most common topics that my clients present to me during our coaching session. It comes in different variations but what it boils down to is that as high-achieving women we want to do more to reach a level of peace but that level is not attainable because as soon as we think we’ve reached the level, there is yet another mountain that we need to climb.
It’s like society is telling us to just keep working to get this promotion, get this house, make this money, get this degree, get this man. Just do all this and then you'll be happy and you'll find this peace. This is a lie.
There is a certain path to experiencing the ultimate peace that we seek as high-achieving women. Listen in to learn how.
And if you want more support with finding ultimate internal peace, I invite you to join me in a two-day masterclass happening on Friday, August 12th and 13th, both at 11 am CST. Go to www.brigjohnson.com/masterclass to register.
RESOURCES —
Join the Group Coaching Waitlist for Deeply Rooted -https://www.brigjohnson.com/group
Join the Next Breakthrough Master Class -https://brigjohnson.kartra.com/calendar/BreakthroughMasterclass
Book a Breakthrough Call - https://brigjohnson.kartra.com/survey/Salescall
Share Your Takeaways With Me - Write to brig@brigjohnson.com
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Website - http://brigjohnson.com/
Monday Jul 25, 2022
Monday Jul 25, 2022
Are you playing squirrel with your decisions?
This happens when we make a decision and instead of honoring the decision, we keep remaking the same decision over and over again. We do this because deep down we think that the answer to accomplishing that decision is outside of us.
Queens everything you need is inside of you. You just have to make a decision and then honor it. This is what I want us to learn.
Listen in to learn more.
RESOURCES —
Join the Group Coaching Waitlist for Deeply Rooted -https://www.brigjohnson.com/group
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Share Your Takeaways With Me - Write to brig@brigjohnson.com
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Website - http://brigjohnson.com/
Monday Jul 18, 2022
Monday Jul 18, 2022
In episode 85, we talk about failure and understanding and embracing that failure is the way to winning. We do this by looking at failure as data that we can use as a strategy to create epic shit without the drama.
This episode is a side note on failure. You see, the data we collect from our failure will reveal a lot to us but there are some things that failure won't teach us.
Press play to learn what these things are.
RESOURCES —
Join the Group Coaching Waitlist for Deeply Rooted -https://www.brigjohnson.com/group
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Share Your Takeaways With Me - Write to brig@brigjohnson.com
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Monday Jul 11, 2022
Monday Jul 11, 2022
You know that saying, “If You Fail to Plan, You Are Planning to Fail”. Well, what if you decided that “I plan to fail therefore I plan to win”? What if we understood and embraced that failure was the way to winning and if we don't plan to fail, we don't plan to win?
Listen, failure is data. It is information that we can use to analyze, reset and try again. The issue is often times we use that data to beat ourselves up. The data become drama and the result is we delay getting to the place that we want to go. Imagine how much faster you can get to your goal if you removed the drama.
Listen in as I share how you can use failure as a strategy in the most effective way to create epic shit.
RESOURCES —
Join the Group Coaching Waitlist for Deeply Rooted -https://www.brigjohnson.com/group
Join the Next Breakthrough Master Class -https://brigjohnson.kartra.com/calendar/BreakthroughMasterclass
Book a Breakthrough Call - https://brigjohnson.kartra.com/survey/Salescall
Share Your Takeaways With Me - Write to brig@brigjohnson.com
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Website - http://brigjohnson.com/
Monday Jul 04, 2022
Monday Jul 04, 2022
Last week in episode 83 we talk about how we are creating our future selves based on what we practice in the present. Right? What you do you GLUE.
This means that we created where we are, and we get to create where we want to go because we are the external force that keeps things in motion in our lives.
And so this week I want to focus on the force, us. Since we are the eternal force that creates the results, I really want us to understand how to move forward in cultivating the life we desire.
Listen in to learn more.
RESOURCES —
Join the Group Coaching Waitlist for Deeply Rooted - https://www.brigjohnson.com/group
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Share Your Takeaways With Me - Write to brig@brigjohnson.com
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Monday Jun 27, 2022
Monday Jun 27, 2022
Newton's first law of motion says, a body at rest will remain at rest and a body in motion will remain in motion unless it is acted upon by an external force.
The reason why I bring this law of motion to your attention is that I have been thinking about why is it that we think thought work in somatic work and paying attention and changing and creating epic shit is difficult. And I want to challenge that.
And so if the law of motion is correct, then Queens, the shit that's happening to us isn't just a fluke. We created where we are, and we get to create where we want to go. You see, everything that we do is what we get good at because we are the “acted upon by an external force” creating the results. With each thought and action, you are gluing together who you will become. Yes, what you DO you GLUE.
Here’s the deal, nothing will happen, or change or start or stop unless we make it happen. So how do you implement the actions that will bring our intended results? Listen in to learn how.
RESOURCES —
Join the Group Coaching Waitlist for Deeply Rooted - https://www.brigjohnson.com/group
Join the Next Breakthrough Master Class - https://brigjohnson.kartra.com/calendar/BreakthroughMasterclass
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Share Your Takeaways With Me - Write to brig@brigjohnson.com
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Monday Jun 20, 2022
Monday Jun 20, 2022
The doors of the next cohort of the Deeply Rooted Group Coaching Program officially opened on Sunday, June 19th.
For those of you who are thinking about joining this room full of women and would appreciate some insight on what you can expect, I have a treat for you.
After the most recent weekly call with the current cohort, I just asked a couple of the participants to stay on and talk about what their experience has been like and the impact that Deeply Rooted has provided for them thus far.
Take a listen to these amazing transformation stories and if you are ready to start your journey of self-love, self-acceptance, and internal peace all while enjoying the connection and community with like-minded women, join the group coaching program today.
The doors of the next cohort of the Deeply Rooted Group Coaching Program opened on Sunday, June 19th, and will remain open until June 23rd. Register now at www.brigjohnson.com/group.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE —
EP. 81 Finding Peace with LaTida
CONNECT WITH OUR GUESTS —
Dr. Adrienne, Food Mindset and Life Coach
Franchelle Cesar, Financial Coach for Spenders
Instagram - @the_budget_diary
Mars Lord, Life Coach, Dula, Activist, Educator
Website - https://marslord.co.uk/home/
Marlene McNally, Life Coach
Website - https://marlenemcnally.com/
RESOURCES —
Join the Group Coaching Program. Registration begins June 19th through June 23rd - https://www.brigjohnson.com/group
Join the Next Master Class - https://www.brigjohnson.com/
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Share Your Takeaways - Write to brig@brigjohnson.com
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Monday Jun 13, 2022
Monday Jun 13, 2022
As high-achieving women, we are always leveling up and achieving new heights of success. One thing that is certain when you succeed is the various expectations that you place on yourself and that others place on you.
The weight of it all can be unbearable and leads to stress and anxiety that can break you down physically and emotionally.
This was true for our guest today, LaTida. After stepping into her new level, she started to feel the stress and pressure that came with it. While she loved her work, she felt that she was not thriving. Determined to reestablish her inner peace so that she can feel rooted again she decided to give group coaching a try.
Her initial thoughts were “can I get enough out of this because this is probably the most I've ever paid before for an experience like this? Am I going to be able to keep up with the pace? Would I like the other women in the group and would I trust them enough to be transparent in the way that I needed to be to get something out of it?
She answers all of these questions and more. Tune in for some insight on her coaching journey and what the experience could look like for you.
And if you are ready to start your journey of internal peace, join my group coaching program. The waitlist for the Deeply Rooted Group Coaching Program can be found by visiting www.brigjohnson.com/group.
RESOURCES —
Join the Group Coaching Waitlist - https://www.brigjohnson.com/group
Join the Next Master Class - https://www.brigjohnson.com/
Book a Breakthrough Call - https://brigjohnson.kartra.com/survey/Salescall
Share Your Takeaways - Write to brig@brigjohnson.com
LET’S GET SOCIAL —
Website - http://brigjohnson.com/