Rising Stars: Meet Kristen Brown

Today we’d like to introduce you to Kristen Brown.

Hi Kristen, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
In late 2009, life challenged me with what I now refer to as “my tsunami”. My second husband had betrayed and abandoned the family, leaving my three children (the youngest was his biological child) and me ultimately homeless. Everything I’d worked so hard for and gave me security in the world was wiped out through the selfish actions of another.

My highest priority has always been the well-being of my children, and it was threatened in a way I cannot describe. To say I was terrified, petrified and hopeless barely touches the sick feeling of fear and anxiety that enveloped my being. I’ve worked since I was 15, was successful in business and had an excellent credit rating. I mean, how did this happen?? I had done everything right! Or so I thought…

Gratefully, my mother and step-father took us in and I began the task of rebuilding our lives – both emotionally and materially. Months into living with my parents, I realized I had a long history of disrespectful and lopsided relationships and I was the common denominator in all of them. I realized for the first time, I didn’t attract partners who respected and valued me because I didn’t respect and value myself. I was always so focused on my partner’s bad behavior, it never occurred to me I had played a part in the equation. That’s when I made an unshakeable vow to remain single and celibate until I figured out how to stop this pattern for good. 

I fondly refer to this time as “The College of Kristen” as it was a time of aloneness, focus, awakening and personal growth. In hindsight, it was the best thing I’ve ever done. My spirit and well-being became my #1 priority. I started noticing how differently I was showing up in the world. I was more confident, centered and peaceful than ever before. I knew my worth and I was no longer willing to accept anything less.

The antidote all along was self-love. And I’m not talking fluffy stuff like wine, baths and pedicures. I’m talkin’ self-forgiveness, compassion, belief-shifting, thought-changing and supportive self-love. The kind of self-love that transforms something deep inside. The kind of self-love you can never go back from. The change was so incredible, I wanted to shout from the rooftops, “You don’t have to suffer anymore! There is a way! Follow me!”

That’s when my inspired mission became to help as many men and women as possible to heal their inside world to create a better outside world. Painful relationships are a choice, not a destiny. We have everything we need to heal, grow and thrive! The only requirement is setting an intention to have it no matter what.

Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
I’m not sure there is a smooth road when it comes to personal growth and development. Deep transformation is birthed from challenges, challenges that are perfectly designed to wake us up (if we’re willing to be awake). I now see challenge as a positive thing and ask myself, “What is this situation trying to teach me? How can I step more fully into my conscious, higher self?” I focus on finding a solution rather than trying to blame someone else or simmering in the crappiness of it.

Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
I am a certified spiritual and empowerment coach/mentor, author, speaker and host of The Sweet Empowerment Podcast. My mission is to help as many men and women as possible reclaim their personal power to attract and create healthy, happy relationships. It is our birthright to experience a magnificent life! We weren’t put here to suffer; we were put here for our spiritual evolution. When we stop blaming outwardly and take personal responsibility instead, we become the creator of our experience rather than the victim.

I’m humbly proud of the raw, real and vulnerable content I share on my podcast. There’s no subject off limits and I’m unabashedly open about my personal challenges and stories to help others feel they’re not alone and their problem is conquerable. I’m very proud of my course, “Self-Love to Soulmate Masterclass”. Through 6 modules, this course outlines the exact tools and techniques I used to break through my pattern of dysfunctional relationships to attract and create the loving, connected and respectful relationship I have now. I have a 100% 5 Star feedback rate. People get results and fast! This course is a gentle but powerful, perspective-shifting masterpiece. I love taking people through it!

What sets me apart from others: (1.) I’ve been there. I believe the best teacher is someone who’s gone before you and prevailed. (2.) I’m an energy reader, empath and intuitive. I utilize my spiritual gifts to connect with my clients in a way most people can’t. My clients feel seen and understood like they never have before.

(3.) I don’t pretend to be someone I’m not. All my content is as real as it gets. My goal is authenticity in its many forms. If I’m makeup-less with messy hair, I record a video anyway! (4.) I have a long history of experiences that helps me connect with others on so many levels.

Can you talk about how you think about risk?
I’m a huge advocate of risk-taking. If we’re not willing to put ourselves out there in a big way, we cannot get big results. I used to be petrified of public speaking, I’d rather clean a port-o-john with a toothbrush on a 115* day than give a speech. Yes, it was that bad.

Then I was invited on a local morning television show and said Yes. The morning of, I thought of a million ways to get out of it, but I didn’t. I was a hot mess the entire drive there and while waiting in the green room. I think I left my body. Then something remarkable happened on the drive home. A huge smile spread across my face. Omg, that was amazing and I want more!

I immediately enrolled in a public speaking club, but it only helped a little so I quit going. I then decided to view fear differently. I saw it as a bully that appeared strong but was actually weak. That helped a little too. I challenged myself by making short videos and posting on social media. Each one followed by mini panic attacks and obsessing all day whether anyone thought I was an idiot. Again, this helped by degrees, but I needed something stronger that could help me breakthrough. That’s when I adopted the “F*CK it” mentality. If someone doesn’t like me, F*CK it. I won’t lose a limb or die. Nothing too terribly bad can happen… I could get on board with that. This helped a lot and it’s a tool I utilize to this day.

I’ve now produced hundreds of videos, podcast episodes and Facebook and Instagram’s Lives. The fear still tugs gently on my sleeve, but the feeling of accomplishment that follows from sharing wholehearted content I’m passionate about makes it worth it every time.

Contact Info:

• Email: hello@kristenbrown.org
• Website: https://www.kristenbrown.org
• Instagram: @self.lovejunky
• Facebook: @kristenbrowncoaching
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/KristenBrown100
• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5I9BqwlIIU4wNePJhWrhPC
• Other: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sweet-empowerment-podcast-reclaim-your-personal-power/id1298693928

Image Credits:
Sydney Brown – Sydney Nicole Photography
Podcast Image Credit:  https://www.bunandbeanster.com