Navigating the “Messy Middle” of Personal Growth with Christal Brown (Summer Session 4.5)

When it comes to hearing from voices at the leading edge of change, our guest today could not be a better example. Christal Brown is a dynamic mother, author, coach, facilitator, choreographer, and educator. And as the first Black woman to be tenured at Middlebury College, Christal has broken barriers and inspired many. Founder of Life Steps and Stages, her insights help individuals and institutions navigate the messy phases of realizing their visions. Chapters 00:00 – Intro & Welcome 2:07 – Chistal’s Journey 6:03 – Finding a Bigger Version of Yourself 12:05 – Finding Your ‘Soul’ution 14:20 – Break 16:35 – Be Invested in Yourself 21:50 – Discovering Belonging 24:40 – Book: Steps and Stories: 30 Days of Growth with Grace 29: 14 – Risk Taking 31:59 – Embrace the ’Messy Middle’ 38:38 – Building a Community in Your Life 43:15 – The Beginner’s Mindset 45:27 – Soft Skills vs Hard Skills 50:51 – Stop ‘Shoulding’ Yourself 53:08 – Closing