Episode 16 – We say things without thinking — little phrases like “I’m sorry,” “I’m fine,” or “I probably sound crazy” — but over time, those words shape how we see ourselves.

In today’s episode of Getting Through Today, Brita opens up about her own journey with chronic illness, guilt, and the reflexive language that kept her playing small. Together, we explore:

Why “I’m sorry” is more than just a polite phrase

How automatic self-talk can shrink our sense of worth

What it looks like to reframe those patterns with kindness and truth

You’ll leave this episode with gentle awareness, practical ways to shift your inner dialogue, and permission to take up space — without apology.

Because healing starts with the words we choose. And you deserve to speak to yourself with the same compassion you offer everyone else.

Let’s start rewriting those scripts — one phrase at a time.

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Episode 15: This episode feels a little different...

Today, I’m sharing a raw and vulnerable part of my healing journey — one that’s still unfolding.

After training for months and reaching a huge milestone of running 9 miles, I thought I was finally reclaiming the strong, healthy version of myself I had missed for so long.

But life had other lessons to teach me.

Instead of crossing the finish line I dreamed of, I found myself in a flare — tired, hurting, and questioning everything.

In this episode, I open up about:

✨ The emotional high of reaching a goal I once thought was impossible

✨ The heartbreaking moment of telling my son I couldn’t run the race we had planned together

✨ The unexpected pride and love my children shared with me — and how it changed my heart

✨ A powerful conversation with my sister about releasing old expectations and embracing new dreams

✨ Learning that healing sometimes means slowing down — and that joy doesn’t have to come from hustle or proving anything

If you’ve ever found yourself grieving old versions of yourself...

If you’re learning how to be gentle with your body and your heart...

If you’re craving permission to choose ease over pressure...

This episode is for you. 💛

Listen now — and remember, you are enough exactly as you are. No finish line needed.

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Episode 14 – In this episode of Getting Through Today, we’re diving into one of the most essential skills for navigating life’s toughest moments: emotional resilience.

From chronic illness to personal loss, caregiving to career transitions, resilience isn’t about pushing through and pretending everything’s fine—it’s about honoring our struggles, learning to bend without breaking, and finding strength in the messy, beautiful reality of being human.

Brita shares raw, personal stories—from running nine miles despite exhaustion to witnessing her husband’s quiet strength during her illness—and offers a heartfelt guide to building resilience when life feels impossibly hard. You’ll walk away with practical tools like mindful breathing, emotional journaling, creative expression, grounding exercises, and the reminder that leaning on others is a form of strength—not weakness.

Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just tired of being “strong” all the time, this episode is your gentle nudge to keep going, one small step at a time. Because resilience isn’t about doing it alone—it’s about remembering you’re never alone in this journey.