Sunday, April 28, 2013 I really connected to this chapter on the ways we attempt to protect ourselves from vulnerability. Brene identifies three forms of shielding that she found most commonly in her research. They are: Foreboding Joy- the sense that something terrible must be about to happen when we experience something that brings us [...]
Daring Greatly Book Study: Chapter 3
Sunday, March 17, 2013 Wowee, what a chapter. Brene covers A LOT in this rich chapter on shame and vulnerability. If you’ve read Chapter 3, you probably understand why I chose the image above. Brene Brown describes the shame gremlins as those voices or tapes that play in our heads that say we’re not ______ [...]
Daring Greatly Book Study: Chapter 2
*This photo is taken from a blog post from Brene Brown. I love this idea. Anyone feel inspired to share a picture of their own version? Saturday, February 23, 2013 Brene Brown takes us deeper into the concept of vulnerability in Chapter 2- specifically, the myths that surround this profound emotion. On page 41, [...]
Daring Greatly Book Study: Chapter 1
Sunday, February 17, 2013 Chapter 1 addresses the issue of scarcity in our culture. I don’t know about you, but this resonates with me deeply. The tapes that play “not ______ enough” in my own head are maddening. Worrying about scarcity is our culture’s version of post-traumatic stress. It happens when we’ve been through too [...]
Daring Greatly Book Study: Introduction
Friday, February 8, 2013 Hey courageous, brilliant friends! So, hopefully by now you’ve picked up your copy of Daring Greatly by Brene Brown. My hope is that these blog discussions will be a safe place to explore the concepts presented in the book. Keep in mind, we are discussing vulnerability and shame. These topics can [...]
Keep Calm & Plan It Out
I am not, by nature, a planner. I value spontaneity, improvisation, and playfulness. I’m a free spirit, y’all! I’m also a new mom. And a self-employed business owner. And both of these jobs require planning. BIG TIME. So I’m learning. While browsing through blogs of working moms I came across this lady who inspired me [...]
Wholesome Holidays
As we embark on a season filled with gatherings and events often centered around food, many of us struggle with maintaining balance. While it may be tempting to go the extreme of either indulging without a care or avoiding gatherings altogether, there are ways to make healthier, balanced choices through the season without depriving yourself [...]
Family Immune System Support
It’s bug time! With heightened concern about various flu strains, its important to stay grounded and stress-free about keeping our bodies strong and healthy. Here are a few simple ways to support your family’s immune systems through this germy season (and any time). Vitamin C Some things never change- Vitamin C is powerful support for [...]
Be like children
Reflections from the playground, Fall 2007 Jesus said, “Truly, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. Whoever humbles himself like this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.” Matthew 18:3 The kiddos at Shady Oak Christian School are teaching me great [...]
Excuse me, is this organic?
If there’s one issue regarding our food supply that raises the most ongoing debate, it’s organic foods. There is little question, even from the greatest skeptics about organic foods, that our environment affects our health. The real question is the extent of its effects, considering the risks and benefits of choosing organic. Making sense of [...]
Brandie Mitchell, RN, BSN, LMT
Hi folks, I'm Brandie- holistic nurse, massage therapist, wife and new momma living in Houston, TX.
