In this episode of Big Freaking Change, host Cara Moeller-Poppitt speaks with Connie Jakab about the importance of finding connection with oneself and with others. They explore how fostering belonging in communities can alleviate mental health issues and the significance of creating safe spaces for sharing and understanding. Connie shares her insights on courage, confidence, and the role of environment in shaping our emotional well-being.

Connie’s  Links:

• Website: https://conniejakab.com/ 

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/conniejakab/ 

Cara’s Links: 

• Book: https://bigfreakinchange.com/   

• Website: https://carapoppitt.com/

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carapoppitt/ 

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Connie Jakab

04:17 The Importance of Self-Connection

07:12 Fostering Belonging in Groups

10:26 Creating Safe Spaces for Sharing

12:31 The Bravely Connected Method

16:21 Overcoming Limiting Beliefs

20:19 Embracing Change and Taking Risks

24:17 Connie's BFC

27:25 Mental Health & Community Support

30:01 Defining Courage and Confidence

32:10 Connie's Work and Impact

Takeaways:

• Connection with self is essential for connecting with others.

• Belonging is created inside of us first.

• Your energy is your highest currency.

• We are more similar than we are different.

• Courage doesn't come before the action; it comes during and after.

• Colors in our environment can influence our moods.

• We can rewire one another's brains through connection.

• Just do something; it doesn't have to be big.

• People are our greatest resource.

connection, community, belonging, mental health, courage, confidence, self-awareness, emotional intelligence, personal growth, resilience