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Beyond Beauty Project: The PodcastReimagining Beauty Standards with Danni AdamsIn this week's episode, Bridgett speaks with Danni Adams—CO-CREATOR of the Institute for Body Image Coaching, speaker, and advocate for fat Black women—to unpack the deep connections between beauty standards, race, social justice, and self-worth. From navigating microaggressions to confronting healthcare bias, Danni shares her journey of reimagining beauty and building community. They discuss how historical narratives still shape body image today, the influence of social media on youth, and why representation is critical for healing and growth. Bridgett and Danni’s conversation reminds us that self-love isn’t linear—it’s an act of resistance, presence, and power. 2025-05-1335 min
Hearing With The Heart: Conversations Over CoffeeThe Passion through the Eyes of OthersJanet and Bridgett walk through the Passion from the Gospel of Luke using Lectio Divina. Janet puts herself in the place of Peter, whereas Bridgett puts herself in the place of Mary, the Mother of Jesus. They share what their journeys with Peter and Mary revealed to them and encourage you to do something similar. Baby Step: Pick someone in the Passion of Luke, read through it through that person's eyes, and allow the Holy Spirit to Spirit to you.Send us a textThanks for joining us. Have a blessed day!2025-04-1731 minBeyond Beauty Project: The PodcastFood Freedom while Swimming in Diet Culture with Jenn Messina, RDBridgett welcomes Jenn Messina, a Registered Dietitian and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor from North Vancouver, B.C., passionate about holistic health and practices through the lens of Health at Every Size®, food neutrality, and Intuitive Eating. Initially educated in a weight-centric paradigm 17 years ago, Jenn reached a turning point, realizing there had to be a better way—not just for herself but also for her daughter. Determined to break the generational cycle of dieting she witnessed in her own family, Jenn shifted her focus toward an individualized, more compassionate approach to nutrition. Listen to Br...2025-04-0856 min
Hearing With The Heart: Conversations Over CoffeeAm I Failing Lent?Am I failing Lent? Janet and Bridgett share a conversation about Bridgett's thoughts on failing Lent. What is Lent supposed to look like? We need to receive God's unconditional love and have time just to be with Jesus.Baby Step: Spend some quality time just being with God and receiving His love.Send us a textThanks for joining us. Have a blessed day!2025-04-0320 minBeyond Beauty Project: The PodcastBeyond with B vol. 3 - Mind Your Body, Mind Your PlateDiet culture, ever-changing beauty trends, and the constant stream of "What I Eat in a Day" videos from influencers can disrupt your connection with your body's true needs, affecting how you nourish yourself.In Volume 3 of Beyond with B, Bridgett reflects on her experiences as a model during the late '90s "Waif Era," when ultra-thin figures dominated the fashion scene. Surrounded by disordered eating patterns, she unknowingly developed her own method of intuitive eating, Mind Your Body, Mind Your Plate—a self-care framework that integrates intuition, emotion, and rational thought—which she used to maintain her...2025-04-0129 minBeyond Beauty Project: The PodcastBeyond with B vol. 2 - “Dear Body, I’m Sorry”Journaling has been part of Bridgett's life since she was seven—a way to process thoughts and reflect without turning to others. During her healing from miscarriages and a modeling career, her practice took a new direction. She opened a journal and wrote, "Dear Body, I’m Sorry."That simple sentence shifted everything in Bridgett’s relationship with her body. What started as an apology turned into love letters—a way to build a stronger connection founded on gratitude and deep understanding. Over time, those letters evolved from I’m sorry to I honor you and I cherish...2025-03-0422 min
Hearing With The Heart: Conversations Over CoffeeThe Three Pillars of Lent: PrayerIn today's episode, Janet and Bridgett discuss one of the three pillars of Lent: prayer. So many of us struggle with prayer and think we aren't doing it right. Janet and Bridgett share their perspectives and ways to bring prayer into a true conversation with God, with one of the keys to any true conversation being listening.Baby Step: Pray about what God is asking you to do this Lenten season and take time to listen.An Introduction to Prayer by Bishop Robert BarronReminder for those listening who can stop by the Chur...2025-02-2032 minBeyond Beauty Project: The PodcastRedefining Beauty Standards in Fashion & Beauty with Kenz Lawrén, Model and InfluencerThis week, Bridgett sits down with model and influencer Kenz Lawrén, a two-time Streamy Award nominee, who is on a mission to break industry stereotypes and empower women to use fashion and beauty as self-expression rather than self-correction. Having modeled for top brands like Dolce & Gabbana, Estée Lauder, and L’Oréal, Kenz shares her journey of landing major modeling deals and behind-the-scenes insights on the industry’s expectations.Bridgett and Kenz question fashion and cosmetic marketing, the impact of AI and Photoshop on models, and their concerns about the effects on consumers, specifically young w...2025-02-1141 minBeyond Beauty Project: The PodcastBeyond with B Vol. 1 - How It All BeganIn Vol. 1, Bridgett shares how BBP came to life and what fueled her passion for redefining perfectionism and beauty standards. She opens up about her journey as an entrepreneur, reflecting on the pivotal moments that shaped her mission—Bridgett touches on the fears she's worked through, the lessons learned along the way, and the impact she hopes to make. She paints a vision for a world where Every Body, everywhere, knows their worth—not by external validation but by embracing their inherent beauty, strength, and individuality. Subscribe to the newsletter: https://beyondbeautyproject.myflodesk.com/newsletter Lear...2025-02-0438 min
Hearing With The Heart: Conversations Over CoffeeOur Advent Journey Through Our Words: Week 3This third week of Advent brings us to the rose candle and a celebration of the joy of Advent. The third weekend of Advent has so much awe and expectancy. Bridgett and Janet both connect with the First Reading from Zephaniah, while expectancy (Bridgett's word) is all throughout our Gospel. Baby Step:Continue with your word and read the readings from the Third Week of Advent through that lens and see what God shares with you.Resource:Readings for the Third Sunday of AdventSend us a textThanks for...2024-12-1220 min
Recover Your LifeEp. 34 Finding Your Purpose in Life with Cheyanne SkeldonIn this episode of the Recover Your Life Podcast, Bridgett Blood sits down with Cheyanne Skeldon, ministry leader and certified Paterson LifePlan® facilitator. Together, they explore the transformative journey of discovering and living out your unique purpose in life.
Cheyanne shares her passion for guiding individuals through the process of uncovering their calling and making an impact in the world. Drawing from her own experience with the LifePlan® process, Cheyanne discusses how she found clarity in her own purpose and launched her practice to help others do the same.
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Cheyan...2024-11-2051 minBeyond Beauty Project: The PodcastMargaret Osler’s Journey of How Aging Is AmazingIn this episode, Bridgett dives into the journey of embracing natural beauty through the transition to silver hair with Margaret Osler, creator of the Instagram account @aging_is_amazing, which has grown into a vibrant community of 158k followers. Known for her message, "Be natural, be authentic, be yourself, as you age beautifully, contentedly, and peacefully," Margaret shares how her silver curls have become a symbol of self-acceptance and freedom. She reflects on how embracing her natural beauty has deepened her confidence and led to a sense of peace, showing that beauty goes far beyond youth or external appearances.2024-11-1342 minRecover Your LifeEp.33 Talking to Kids about Sex with Kristen Miele (Sex Ed Reclaimed)In this episode of the Recover Your Life podcast, Bridgett Blood and Kristen Miele of Sex Ed Reclaimed discuss the importance of healthy sex education.
Kristen shares her journey into sex education, emphasizing the need for open conversations about sexuality from a young age.
They explore how to introduce the concept of sex to children, address common questions, and dispel myths surrounding sexuality. The conversation also touches on the impact of pornography on children and the importance of being a trusted source of information for kids.
In this conversation, Bridgett Blood and Kristen...2024-11-0648 minRecover Your LifeEp.32 Two Years in Nashville: Lessons in Delight and Discovery with Julie CritesIn this episode of the Recover Your Life Podcast, Bridgett Blood and Julie Crites discuss finding joy in life’s small details, from the perfect coffee mug to the best lemon scones. They explore how these seemingly simple moments can enhance daily life and provide comfort.
Bridgett dives into the power of vision boards, sharing how they’ve helped her process emotions, set boundaries, and embrace change. This creative practice has become a key part of her personal growth, helping her pursue what she truly wants while navigating life’s challenges.
The conversation also touches on bou...2024-10-2350 min
Humor In The C-SuiteVajeans with Bridgett Burrick BrownWhy “Vajeans”? You’ll have to listen to find out! In this episode, Kate Davis and Bridgett Burrick Brown weave humor into the challenges of authenticity and self-acceptance. The title, inspired by a hilarious moment during their conversation, sets the tone for an episode full of laughs, personal insights, and transformative ideas about embracing imperfection.Bridgett’s candid exploration of her journey through modeling and beyond offers listeners a refreshing perspective on resilience in the face of industry pressures and personal loss. With authentic anecdotes, they shine a light on the importance of staying grounded and using humor as...2024-10-1542 minBeyond Beauty Project: The PodcastBreaking Barriers: Pasha Marlowe’s Expertise On Neurodiversity, Identity, and AcceptanceIn this episode, Bridgett sits down with Pasha Marlowe (she/they), a mental health professional with over 30 years of experience and a leading advocate for neuroinclusion and accessibility. Pasha shares their insights on the neurodiversity paradigm, shedding light on the misconceptions and biases surrounding neurodivergence. They dive deep into the significance of destigmatizing and depathologizing neurodivergent identities, highlighting the challenges individuals face due to late diagnoses, particularly in adulthood and menopause. Through their lived experiences as a therapist and coach, Pasha explains how neurodivergence intersects with mental health, disability, and LGBTQIA+ identities, urging listeners to embrace the unmasking of...2024-10-0955 minRecover Your LifeEp.31 Self-Trust & Boundaries: Creating Space for Growth and Connection with Wyndi NelsonIn this episode, Bridgett Blood welcomes bac Somatic Coach, Wyndi Nelson to the Recover Your Life Podcast to dive deeper into the powerful concept of self-trust. Picking up from their previous discussion on Befriending Your Body, Bridgett and Wyndi explore how we can build trust with ourselves, realign with our values, and create capacity through healthy boundaries. They reflect on the ways self-trust is informed by our relationships with God, others, and ourselves, offering practical tools and examples for navigating this journey.
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Defining self-trust as “building a track record of trust with...2024-10-0949 min
SO THAT’S WHAT HAPPENSAsk & Tell- Shattered and ChallengersTanisha tells Bridgett about a movie from the early 2000s filled with anxiety, twists, and turns. Bridgett tells Tanisha about a movie from earlier this year with a lot of sports, seduction, and will they/won't they. Listen to us laugh too much at our own jokes!
2024-10-0342 minRecover Your LifeEp.30 The Sensual Man: Reclaiming Your Lover Heart with Sam JolmanIn this powerful episode of the Recover Your Life Podcast, host Bridgett Blood is joined by trauma therapist and author Sam Jolman (MA LPC) to explore his groundbreaking book, The Sex Talk You Never Got. With over 20 years of experience in men's health and sexual trauma, Sam offers invaluable insights into reclaiming masculine sexuality in a way that honors both men and women.
Together, they dive into the concept of the "lover heart"—a profound understanding that at the core of every man’s sexual identity lies the essence of a lover. Sam and Bridgett discuss how men...2024-09-2555 min
Hearing With The Heart: Conversations Over CoffeeSummer with the Saints: Wrap Up!Janet is back with Bridgett to recap the Summer with the Saints series! Season 2 of the podcast will kick off on September 19, 2024.BooksThe Practice of the Presence of God by Brother Lawrence (Downloadable PDF)The Practice of the Presence of God by Brother LawrenceBridgett’s PoemMy Summer with the SaintsBaby Steps:Consider where you can make some space for God in your day.Listen to any episodes you may have missed!Email us: podcast@ascensionvb.org Additional episodes: https://he...2024-09-1222 min