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.

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