Make it Brave

Last week, deadly tornadoes ripped through Nashville and Middle Tennessee. My family made it through the storm without any damage, but that was not the case for many, many people.

Today, I'm talking about my experience with the tornadoes, how to process and handle trauma and also how you can help support relief efforts in Nashville.

Supporting Nashville Tornado Relief

Here are the organizations I mentioned on the show that are handling relief efforts in Nashville:

Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee

Gideon's Army - Rebuild North Nashville

On the Make it Brave website, I'm also sharing several GoFundMe campaigns for families who lost homes and loved ones. Please check out this page for the full list of campaigns to support.

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For more information and for full show notes, please visit makeitbrave.com.

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Thanks for listening! And just remember, whatever you do today, don't forget to make it brave!

We often celebrate the heroes, but it's the cheerleaders that play a critical role. Without them, the hero would never slay the dragon, defeat the bad guy or cross the finish line.

So today, I'm celebrating my biggest cheerleader, my husband Garth! And I have an extra reason for doing so today––it's his 40th birthday! I thought there would be no better way to celebrate him than to talk about just how much he means to me.

And if you find yourself needing more cheerleaders in your life, I've got just the thing. In today's episode, I'm announcing the free Make it Brave Community! You can find it on Facebook here. I hope you'll join us.

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Our brand new website is live! You can now find show notes for all of our episodes at makeitbrave.com! You can also sign up for email updates and find a link to our Facebook group there.

Don't forget to join the new Make it Brave Community here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/makeitbrave/

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Don't forget to follow the show on Instagram or Facebook to get updates about the show and more inspiration to help you Make it Brave through the week. You can also join our free Facebook community here. I love connecting with listeners. Drop by and say hello in one or more of these places!

Thanks for listening! And just remember, whatever you do today, don't forget to make it brave!

There are many different ways to be brave. And sometimes, bravery is simply surviving in the face of ongoing trauma.

Today's guest, Reese Spykerman knows all about this. She was bullied throughout much of her childhood. And then later, as an adult, she was diagnosed with a debilitating health condition that made a huge impact on her daily life.

But that same diagnosis, while challenging, also helped her see how she could not just survive, but truly thrive. And her message about taking care of yourself and managing your energy is an important one that I think many need to hear––especially in today's hustle culture.

Also, a quick word of warning about today's episode. Reese does describe some acts of physical bullying in today's episode. If this content will be sensitive to you or anyone listening, you might want to skip this episode or fast forward to the 10 minute mark.

RESOURCES

You can learn more about Reese and her work at Design By Reese.

Reese has also created a free guide with tips on how to manage stress as a business owner. You can get your copy of it here.

To connect with Reese online, you can follow her on Instagram or Facebook.

SHOUT OUTS

A huge thanks to The Russell for their support of the show. This episode was recorded in their fabulous studio. Also, thank you to Ryan Dunn and Marj Tieman for their reviews of the show on iTunes.

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Thanks for listening! And just remember, whatever you do today, don't forget to make it brave!

Sometimes, we feel stuck because we feel like we need the right job title, the right amount of experience or the right person's approval before we can do the things we want in life––whether that's starting a business, changing careers or pursuing our passions.

But here's the secret––you don't need any of that.

There's just one thing you need. I will talk about that in today's episode. If you're feeling frustrated or stuck, this episode is just for you. Press play to give it a listen.

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Thanks for listening! And just remember, whatever you do today, don't forget to make it brave!

Have you ever considered making a career change?

It can be scary to leave a job and a career that you know to switch gears and do something completely different.

But, that's exactly what Shana Berkeley did. Her career has evolved from being a lawyer to entrepreneur and personal stylist to running an arm of a local non-profit. Her story is proof that you don't have to plan out your whole life. Instead, you simply need the courage to take brave, bold steps when opportunities come your way.

Our conversation was so much fun and I think you'll love getting to listen in!

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Check out Corner to Corner to learn about The Academy, Script to Screen, The Coalition and all of the great work they are doing in Nashville.

You can also follow Corner to Corner on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.

Get great styling tips from Shana at The Fashion Chase on Instagram and YouTube.

Check out Shana's new show, Girl, I Got Questions, on Instagram and YouTube.

The Art of Neighboring is the book I mentioned on the show (but couldn't recall the name!).

Coneheads is a graduate of The Academy that Shana mentions on the show.

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Thanks for listening! And just remember, whatever you do today, don't forget to make it brave!

If you have a dream you're chasing or a goal you want to reach, then there is one thing you will have to overcome on your way there. And it's not what you think.

It's something that feels good now, but leads to regret later. I won't spoil it here. Press play on this quick episode to find out what it is and how to fight it.

RESOURCES

Episode 13 - How to Build Your Bravery Muscle

Big Life Devotional Podcast

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Thanks for listening! And just remember, whatever you do today, don't forget to make it brave!

Getting on stage and speaking in front of people can be terrifying for many people. But what about doing it without a script or a plan?

That's what happens during improv. It's making up a story and characters in the moment. And while that might sound scary, it can actually be a healing and empowering practice. That's why Emma Supica believes improv is for everyone.

Emma runs a nonprofit called Unscripted, which offers a variety of improv workshops and classes in Nashville. In this episode, she shares how she got into improv and and all of the ways improv can help you be a braver, happier, healthier human.

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Visit Unscripted Improv at unscriptedimprov.org to check out their programs or to donate to the work they are doing.

You can also connect with them on Facebook or Instagram.

To learn more about Emma, visit her website at EmmaSupica.com. You can also connect with her on Instagram.

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Don't forget to follow the show on Instagram or Facebook to get updates about the show and more inspiration to help you Make it Brave through the week. I love connecting with listeners. Drop by and say hello!

Thanks for listening! And just remember, whatever you do today, don't forget to make it brave!

Do you struggle with fear? If so, there's one simple question you can ask yourself that reframes your fears and makes them not seem quote so scary.

Following this simple exercise is what helped me quit my job and launch my company. If you have a big dream or goal like that, I'm confident this can help you too. Push play to check it out. It might just be the game changer you need to get started.

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Four Hour Workweek by Tim Ferris

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Have you ever considered living in a country where you don't speak the language? That's exactly what Pamela Wilson did when she became an exchange student in Colombia, South America right out of high school.

This first "make it brave" moment helped Pamela cultivate a lifelong approach to pushing herself outside of her boundaries, which has helped her launch two successful businesses and publish two books.

Pamela shares how she's done all of that and more in today's episode. If you are a creator or business owner (or want to be any of those things), you'll want to tune into this one.

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Find Pamela's work and her books on her website, Big Brand System.

Follow Pamela on Instagram.

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If you want to get stronger, you work out. You lift weights to build your muscles.

Bravery works a lot like that too. You don't just become braver. You build it. You strengthen it. On this episode, I will talk about how to build your bravery muscle and give you some simple ideas for how to get started.

And for even more ideas on this concept, join me on Facebook or Instagram where we're discussing more tips on this topic.

SPECIAL THANKS

A big thanks to our sponsor, The Russell, a one-of-a kind boutique hotel inside a historic church in East Nashville. Today's episode was recorded in their fabulous podcasting studio. To book your stay and learn more, visit RussellNashville.com. You can also follow them on Instagram or Facebook.

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