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Ep. 9: Running your own race with Brandy Shavon.
We often struggle with pursuing a path where we’re met by rejections and difficulties. But most of the time, rejection simply means redirection. Afterall, nothing great comes easy.
In this episode, Brandy Shavon, LCSW, host of Crazy Counselor Podcast, and Founder of Pearls of Esther, Inc. chats with us about finding purpose behind unexpected open doors.
WHAT TO LISTEN FOR:
How Brandy recognized her purpose through her innate desire to help others [1:54]
The evolution of her dreams—from being an attorney, forensic psychologist, to what she does now
How she applied to five psychology programs and got rejected by all of them
How serving in prison ministry touched her life
Realizing that redirection may sometimes disguise as rejection; redirection may actually lead you to your purpose
You don’t have to be a doctor or a lawyer to make a difference
The haze of doing social work [8:53]
Getting rid of the imposter syndrome
Fighting misinformation
Social work’s impact on Brandy’s life [19:20]
Having the knowledge of seeing too much makes you intentional about work
Recognizing that imperfections are okay as long as you take actions to correct them
“I will not allow my past to speak from my present” [22:09]
Becoming self-aware
Verbalizing negative thoughts and processing them
The struggle to constantly believe that “you are enough”
The path towards your purpose [25:39]
Starting with what you’re passionate about
Resisting the societal pressure asking “what should you be doing?”
Everyone has purpose—God gave you one upon birth
Remembering that you can’t do things on your own for your purpose is bigger than you
Advice to younger self and to others pursuing their purpose [35:32]
Do it on your pace to avoid burnout; there’s a timing for everything
If you have 10 goals, do them one at a time
RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE
After the Rain: Gentle Reminders for Healing, Courage, and Self-Love by Alex Elle
Listen to I Was Here by Beyoncé
CONNECT WITH BRANDY
Follow her on Instagram
Listen to the Crazy Counselors podcast
Visit her website
TO STAY CONNECTED:
Spotify Playlist - Music for this moment.
Follow @iamshate on Instagram
Follow @scotthayes_lcsw on Instagram
If you'd like either of us to join your next panel or event, please email us at [email protected].
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By Scott and Shaté HayesWe often struggle with pursuing a path where we’re met by rejections and difficulties. But most of the time, rejection simply means redirection. Afterall, nothing great comes easy.
In this episode, Brandy Shavon, LCSW, host of Crazy Counselor Podcast, and Founder of Pearls of Esther, Inc. chats with us about finding purpose behind unexpected open doors.
WHAT TO LISTEN FOR:
How Brandy recognized her purpose through her innate desire to help others [1:54]
The evolution of her dreams—from being an attorney, forensic psychologist, to what she does now
How she applied to five psychology programs and got rejected by all of them
How serving in prison ministry touched her life
Realizing that redirection may sometimes disguise as rejection; redirection may actually lead you to your purpose
You don’t have to be a doctor or a lawyer to make a difference
The haze of doing social work [8:53]
Getting rid of the imposter syndrome
Fighting misinformation
Social work’s impact on Brandy’s life [19:20]
Having the knowledge of seeing too much makes you intentional about work
Recognizing that imperfections are okay as long as you take actions to correct them
“I will not allow my past to speak from my present” [22:09]
Becoming self-aware
Verbalizing negative thoughts and processing them
The struggle to constantly believe that “you are enough”
The path towards your purpose [25:39]
Starting with what you’re passionate about
Resisting the societal pressure asking “what should you be doing?”
Everyone has purpose—God gave you one upon birth
Remembering that you can’t do things on your own for your purpose is bigger than you
Advice to younger self and to others pursuing their purpose [35:32]
Do it on your pace to avoid burnout; there’s a timing for everything
If you have 10 goals, do them one at a time
RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE
After the Rain: Gentle Reminders for Healing, Courage, and Self-Love by Alex Elle
Listen to I Was Here by Beyoncé
CONNECT WITH BRANDY
Follow her on Instagram
Listen to the Crazy Counselors podcast
Visit her website
TO STAY CONNECTED:
Spotify Playlist - Music for this moment.
Follow @iamshate on Instagram
Follow @scotthayes_lcsw on Instagram
If you'd like either of us to join your next panel or event, please email us at [email protected].