From Classroom Teacher to Self Care Advocate
Episode Overview
Brittany's journey from teaching to entrepreneurship. Importance of creating a supportive community. Embracing authenticity and vulnerability in self-care. Navigating mental health challenges as an entrepreneur. Strategies for balancing personal and professional life.
I could take my mess that I was going through and not just air out dirty laundry on the internet, but I could use it to maybe inspire hope in someone else the way that I craved.
In this engaging episode of 'Becoming Wildly Well', host Brandi Lea welcomes Brittany, a podcast host and founder of 'Self Care Sisterhood'. Brittany shares her inspiring journey from being an elementary school teacher to becoming an entrepreneur dedicated to empowering women through self-care. She candidly discusses the challenges she faced in the classroom and her decision to leap into the entrepreneurial world. Brittany reveals how the traditional confines of the classroom felt limiting to her creative and leadership aspirations.
Her passion for helping others led her to establish 'Self Care Sisterhood', a community focused on supporting women in their journey toward wellness. Through her podcast and membership community, Brittany emphasizes the importance of self-care, not just as a luxury but as a necessity for thriving in personal and professional life. The conversation delves into the mental health hurdles Brittany encountered during her transition.
She speaks openly about experiencing depression and anxiety and how she turned her struggles into a message of hope for others. Brittany advocates for recognizing the invisible mental load carried by women and the need for creating a personalized care list to manage stress and avoid burnout. Brandi and Brittany explore the significance of self-care beyond superficial activities, encouraging listeners to consider all aspects of life that contribute to well-being, including spirituality, relationships, and environment.
They stress the importance of taking time for oneself, fostering a mindset of serving from a place of abundance rather than depletion. This episode is a call to action for women to embrace their authenticity, build supportive communities, and prioritize self-care as an integral part of their daily lives. Brittany's story is a testament to the transformative power of self-care and community in overcoming life's challenges.