by Brig Johnson | Aug 4, 2025 | Podcast
I created this episode because I’ve seen too many high-achieving Black and Brown women—myself included—blame ourselves for the very thoughts that helped us survive. We’ve been told to “think better,” “stay positive,” or “change our mindset,” without anyone...
by Laurie | Jul 28, 2025 | Podcast
Hey y’all, it’s Brig. This one is personal. Equal Pay Day just passed—and it’s not a celebration, it’s a correction. A reminder that Black and Brown women are still months behind in earnings, every single year. This episode is for every woman who’s been grinding,...
by Brig Johnson | Jul 24, 2025 | Podcast
I recorded this episode on the 4th of July, a day that symbolizes freedom — but for many of us, true freedom starts when wI missed y’all! Life hit me with a virus, and instead of pushing through, I practiced what I preach—I rested. And in that stillness, something...
by Brig Johnson | Jul 14, 2025 | Podcast
I recorded this episode on the 4th of July, a day that symbolizes freedom — but for many of us, true freedom starts when we stop shrinking to make others comfortable. Last week, we talked about the invisible ways we try to stay lovable by making ourselves small. This...
by Brig Johnson | Jul 7, 2025 | Podcast
Hey y’all—Brig here. Today I’m bringing you a topic that might hit close to home: playing small just to stay loved. Whether it’s at work, in relationships, or even around family, too many of us shrink ourselves to make others feel more comfortable. I’ve been there. I...
by Brig Johnson | Jul 7, 2025 | Podcast
When All They See Is Who You Used to Be (But You’re Not That Gurl No More) I recorded this episode on the 4th of July, a day that symbolizes freedom — but for many of us, true freedom starts when we stop shrinking to make others comfortable. When All They See Is Who...