Episode# 11 ; What I Learned From 10 Episodes Reflections //LIVE
Chrystal Dawn
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What 10 Episodes Taught Me About Courage and Myself: A Live Reflection
In this special solo episode, Chrystal Dawn goes live to reflect on the first 10 episodes of Her Brave Story Podcast—the stories, the lessons, and the moments that left a mark.
With no script and everything on the line, Chrystal shares what it’s really been like to start a podcast with no experience—while parenting, running a business, and choosing to rise, again and again.
From surviving shark attacks to saying yes before you’re ready, from motherhood and grief to choosing yourself in the face of loss, these episodes have been a tapestry of courage, creativity, and deep transformation.
This episode is a love letter to the brave women who’ve shared their stories—and a thank you to every listener who's come along for the ride.
🎧 Tune in for honest reflections, behind-the-scenes insights, and an invitation to keep walking the brave path together.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
Why I showed up live from my living room with zero polish—and why that matters
The moment I almost didn’t hit record (and what helped me do it anyway)
How showing up messy still honors the promises we make to ourselves
Why imperfect action builds confidence faster than over-preparing
What I’ve learned from doing the podcast weekly—even when it’s hard
A powerful reflection on beginning, becoming, and letting it be enough
The invitation to ask yourself one brave question that could change everything
How motherhood, mess, and momentum can all co-exist
Why sisterhood and spaces like Her Brave Circle are vital for women at any life crossroads
Encouragement to stop waiting and start showing up—just as you are
⏱ Timestamps:
00:00 – Welcome, Acknowledgement of Country, and why this episode is live
05:00 – Behind the scenes of launching the podcast with no experience
10:00 – Reflections on Episode 1 with Angie Richards: Storytelling as survival
15:00 – Episode 2: Bia Figueiredo and saying yes before you're ready
20:00 – Episode 3: Vicky Schaefer’s transition and the freedom in alignment
25:00 – Episode 4: Brittany Farmer and breakdowns before breakthroughs
30:00 – Episode 5: Katie Stevenson on imperfection and purposeful motherhood
35:00 – Episode 6 & 8: Chrystal’s solo stories—choosing herself and showing up live
40:00 – Episode 7: Jennifer Grant’s story of loss, self-trust, and belief
45:00 – Episode 9 & 10: From shark attack survival to walking with death (Kaiulani Cole & Zenith Virago)
BIO:
Chrystal Dawn Bio can be found here; photo is of Chrystal Dawn recording in her living room, June 1st, 2025.
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