A Texan's Fitness

01/14/2025

Childhood trauma is “trying to get a difficult person to be good to us.” 🥺

You can find the full interview on Dr. Ramami’s Network https://firesidechat.com/drramaninetworkWhat is the definitive symptom? Why might we do it? How to ge...

12/31/2024

IT’S THE LAST DAY OF 2024!!

Do you have a word for 2025 yet?

My word is BRAVE. It's all about stepping outside my comfort zone and facing challenges head-on.

What's yours?

12/30/2024

2025 is a great time to embrace courage and growth.

Save the BINGO card below and post about your journey as you complete the squares.

Feel free to share your experiences, reflections, and any challenges you face along the way. Let’s create a community of brave individuals who are not afraid to show up, grow, and embrace life with courage.

Be BRAVE and let's PLAY!

12/21/2024

I recently listened to LIFE IN FIVE SENSES by Gretchen Rubin. It was a great listen and reminder to really experience your life.

What are you currently reading?

11/18/2024

I still have hope in humanity because there are people out there who read books.

This past weekend, Austin, Texas hosted the Texas Book Festival, and it was a reminder of why reading matters. Authors shared insights about their works, tents overflowed with books from passionate vendors, and people of all ages eagerly searched for their next great read.

A society that reads is one that grows, learns, and builds a brighter future. So don’t lose hope—share the gift of books with someone you love. It’s a gift of imagination, critical thinking, and cognitive growth.

What book are you reading right now?

04/27/2024

HAPPY 4TH BIRTHDAY TO OUR WHOLEHEARTED COMMUNITY!!

It blows my mind that a community built to discuss hard things has grown so much. I'm so excited to start our virtual discussions again! Let's continue to be awkward, brave and kind together.

If you haven't joined our community, find us on FB at www.facebook.com/groups/brenebrownpodcastdiscussion 💛

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02/06/2023

On this day 5 years ago I embarked on my first solo adventure.

I quit my job and my whole life and headed to Ecuador. People told me that I was crazy and that I was ruining my life. They were wrong (at least about the ruining my life part 😜).

I spent three amazing months traveling around the mainland and the Galapagos Islands. I met some of the nicest people and had so many incredible experiences. It was the best decision I have ever made for myself.

Don't let people who are scared to live their own lives tell you how to live yours! If you want to see the world, go!

In the photos: The Swing at the End of the World in Banos, Ecuador and Quito, Ecuador.

02/06/2023

Ladies, have you ever traveled alone?

Five years ago I took my first solo trip to beautiful Ecuador and so many people tried to discourage me from going.

I was told I was crazy and ruining my life. I was told it wasn't safe for women to travel alone and my grandma kept telling me I was going to die alone over there. I was told I was going to regret quitting my job to travel for three months. None of those things were true!

I had an incredible time, met some amazing people and had the time of my life. Traveling with others can be fun but traveling alone is transformational!

Don't let people who are scared to live their own lives tell you how to live yours!

I'd love to hear about your solo adventures! Tell me about it in the comments!

In the photos: Gorgeous Quito, Ecuador.

02/03/2023

February 3rd is

As someone who has been dealing with Crohn's disease since I was 7, I've seen a lot of doctors throughout my life.

I generally prefer women physicians. I feel like I'm actually heard. I feel I get a better quality of care. I don't feel dismissed or talked down to.

What has been your experience with women physicians vs men physicians?

02/03/2023

In honor of , I’d like to recognize Dr. Nadine Burke Harris.

I was first introduced to Dr. Harris when I was gifted her book, The Deepest Well: Healing the Long-Term Effects of Childhood Adversity. It was a very emotional read for me. It was through this book that I learned about adverse childhood experiences (ACE) scores. I was devastated to find out that I scored an 8 out of 10. The higher the ACE score, the more likely you are to have greater health risks throughout your life. It’s not wonder I started having severe Crohn’s symptoms when I was 7 years old.

Dr. Harris has worked tirelessly to provide healthcare to vulnerable children. Her work has demonstrated over and over the link between toxic stress and lifelong illness. Dr. Harris acted as the first Surgeon General of California from 2019-2022. I’m so grateful to Dr. Harris for her contributions to the cause of protecting and providing much needed healthcare to vulnerable children.

Do you know your ACE score?

02/01/2023

This month, my FB group, WISE WOMEN, will be learning about AMY POEHLER!

Amy is known for her time on Saturday Night Live and as Leslie Knope on Parks and Rec. She is a fierce advocate for women and children.

“It takes years as a woman to unlearn what you have been taught to be sorry for.” -Amy Poehler

Join us as we explore this amazing Wise Woman!

01/17/2023

Tomorrow (Wednesday, January 18th), I’ll host a discussion of the final Unlocking Us episodes.

I started my Facebook group, Brené Brown Podcast Discussion, when Brené first started releasing episodes of Unlocking Us. Then came the Dare to Lead podcast. I really didn’t think anyone would join let alone participate in group discussions but now we are over 22K strong!

Every week for over 2 years, I have sat down and discussed the podcasts with some incredible human beings. I’m so grateful to the participants who have showed real courage and been vulnerable with a group of strangers on the internet. It has been a truly wonderful experience.

Thank you Brené Brown for sharing your wisdom with us and introducing us to so many insightful thought leaders. You have inspired and helped countless people during these last difficult years. I can’t wait to see what you do next!

You can join our wholehearted community at the link below
https://www.facebook.com/groups/brenebrownpodcastdiscussion