Bringing Vulnerability Back with Krysten & Bec

B & K have really had to lean on their tools and 'tried and tested' strategies for fabulous communication in their relationships in the home. Particularly lately with the change in home roles.When there is a change in the dynamics in a relationship (marriage in our case), it puts extra stress on partner roles and routines. Such as a partner working away and the other spouse is now at home with an increased workload. Here are some things discussed that B & K use:Get to know your partner/people in the relationship so you know the best way to communicate (this is pivotal)Weekly check-ins where feelings are removed from problem focused chatsThere is no tit-for-tat or talliesCommunicate your needs, using phrases such as, "I feel/I realised/I need" instead of starting with blame or shameIf you feel worried of your partners response when communicating your feelings, generate some ground rules and ask that no retaliation or defences are brought it. A phrase such as, "The story I'm telling myself is..." helps to express your thoughts in a calm way and removes victim modeFind ways other than talking to share information and feelings. Ie. Memes, text messages, an agreed upon emoji for when you want to respond but don't have the words, write letters or have a diary to write notes to each otherConnect with your spouse intimately without any expectations. Snuggling to sleep, to help strengthen to loveWe'd love to hear from you, if these were helpful or if you've got any other strategies that work for you. Hit the link for our IG and send us a DM. We love a chat xhttps://www.instagram.com/bringingvulnerabilityback/

B & K have experienced quite a lot of intense energy in their lives the last month. Are you feeling it too? It feels as though everything is playing at double speed.Challenges just seem to keep rolling in, requiring growth to move through to the next phase. Or perhaps you have experienced some thoughts similar to the girls like, "Why can't you give me something good Universe?!" or "Can I catch a break?"This is a slippery slope of thoughts though isn't it. You start to think like this and very quickly you move in victim mentality, and nothing will ever seem to be a good experience. However, it is very healthy to express your feelings and start to evaluate it as, how can I find a way through this adversity? What could I do to help myself or give myself more grace during this period?It's a good old chinwag of life, so grab a cuppa and we'll see you on the other side.

Thank you for being here! It shows you are keen to know more about the women behind the brand. Keep in mind this is fun and a little silly!B&K answered the following six questions:What’s your most embarrassing wardrobe malfunction?What is the last lie you told?If you were a flavour, what would it be?What is the weirdest thing you do when you’re home alone?What is your most annoying quality?What’s your favourite movie and why?Enjoy learning more about these spunky chicks x

An exploration of how B&K are disconnected from their bodies currently. A little insider into their challenges, to shed light and bring some solidarity to your day.B is experiencing peri-menopausal symptoms and it has been difficult to navigate, especially with a pubescent daughter in the house. Mind fog, lack of sleep and feeling a lack of control on the connection between mind and body are discussed. B shares how she is navigating these symptoms.K has limited time with her husband currently and is finding, due to the pressure of time and spending majority of her weeks in masculine energy, dropping into her body to connect intimately with her husband has been tricky. It’s not usually K’s issue, so she sheds some light on what she’s doing to address it.

K went along to a networking event for women, to mingle and meet new people in her community. It spurred this conversation with B, as she was reminded how powerful it is to bring women together.The conversation flowed naturally to why and how women have stopped leaning on their village and how community members can correct this terrible gap in health and wellness.Losing friends, finding friends after children or change in life circumstances, and feeling like your career impacts your friendships deeply are all spoken about. A down to earth chat, just like you’re having a coffee with B&K.

B&K delve into some of the inner parts of their motherhood journey.3 aspects of motherhood they discuss;What is your biggest struggle in motherhood?What part of motherhood pisses you off?I can't believe nobody told me about this!There is a little bit of everything in this episode for Mother's to connect with.B shares her struggle with being a working mother and finding flow in her home. Let's not forget Mother's guilt!! K talks about the constant niggling chatter of guilt, regardless of the actions.

We call each other for almost everything, but do we really know one another as well as we claim?This was a lot of fun to record actually. 6 questions each, that we had to answer on the spot.What aisle would you find us in the supermarket? What would we be arrested for if we ever got caught?How do you think we went? We were impressed with our answers, which we all but say in the episode lol. Talk about confidence!!Enjoy this fun, quick listen xx

In our last episode you will have heard that we had some forced reflection for our WildBloom Collective business. It was a tumble starting our second year and we just knew things weren't going to stay the same.Therefore, we are transforming as a business! We have rebranded to 'Bringing Vulnerability Back' on our IG page which feels super aligned with this poddy.Our main focus will be our podcast and generating a community through vulnerability.An unveiling of who we are as women...alllll of it!!We're both feeling deeply connected to our future and that's worth celebrating.Your business and brand should grow with you. There shouldn't be any shame for needing something different in your business. We've made considerations, and this is where we landed. It's full of passion and we couldn't be more thrilled!New episodes will be dropping every Monday from here on.

The first week of the New Year started with the biggest high we could imagine! We received an email from FeedSpot announcing that we had been listed in the Top 35 (#31 to be precise) BEST Vulnerability Podcasts about Authenticity, Healing and Courage. We are truly honoured to listed as #31 and we are deeply grateful for our listeners, followers and subscribers. Thank you to you all for enabling us to be listed with the 'bests'!! It has well and truly sparked more fire in our quest to be completely and utterly raw and vulnerable with you at any opportunity.Whilst the celebration was a high, we then moved into a pretty big challenge for an online business only.. Our IG page that we use to promote our business and this podcast was disabled. Whilst we don't have all the answers for what the future will entail, we wanted to take you along the journey in the truest sense we can; in the depths of vulnerable discovery and questions of what our future will look like.Business isn't easy, simple or only highs. We'll continue sharing the challenges as often as we can and connect the best way we know how. Being us is our superpower and no challenge will break our rock solid vision. Serving women is our mission!Stay tuned as we continue to navigate this speedhump. We know it's only going to create something bigger than we planned.

This weeks episode is all about the wins, the learnings, the reflections and how the 1st year of The Wildbloom Collective has shaped us. The ride has been wild but boy have we loved every inch of it even though it challenged us emotionally, mentally and professionally. For those of you who have been on this wild ride with us, we want to so thank you! Thank you for being part of it and for supporting us when we need it the most.Love ya's K&B xo

On this weeks episode we get a little crazy and hit each other with ten questions we have to answer quickly and vulnerably! For those of you who have heard our lives (before the gram required you to have over 1000 followers!) B&K used to show up each week vulnerable and wild! This little ep is essentially like that but on steroids and will have you cackling in the car (or wherever you listen to your poddies)We hope you enjoy it as much as we enjoyed making it! 

We believe that vulnerable stories are the centrepiece to human connection. Today we're get real about our biggest challenges and therefore our lessons, during postpartum and peri-menopause. During the episode you'll hear:💬 Krysten expresses her struggles having to relearn how her body felt, responded and looked postpartum. Despite the struggles, it not only strengthened her relationship with herself but also with her husband. 💬 Bec bravely shared her experiences with postpartum depression. Chats around making, moving and operating from a place that suits you and your baby should be your only concern.💬 Krysten provides her with thoughts on peri-menopause from a bystander's perspective. Given she has not yet hit this stage of her journey, she shares the importance of open communication and education within the family during this time. 💬 Bec rips it open with her very current and real experience of starting her peri-menopause journey; she’s on the other side of the consulting table now! Focusing on curating her world is super important right now. From what she’s eating, her hydration, who she spends time with and what content she engages in...it’s all being scrutinised. If you’re feeling alone and scared, unsure if you’re the only one going through the challenges in postpartum or peri-menopause, this episode is for you!

We believe that vulnerable stories are the centrepiece to human connection. Today we’re diving into some of our biggest challenges and therefore our lessons, during 2 of the most vulnerable times as a woman; puberty and pregnancy.During the episode you’ll hear:Krysten’s truth on how she hated the ‘kiss and tell’ experiences as a teenager. But ultimately she learnt that being true to yourself will carry you through any of life’s challenges.Bec experienced a really deep shift after she started her menstrual cycle and there was an overnight division between her and her male friends; which she really disliked.The pregnancy challenge for Krysten was how she felt like she was expected to carry on as if there wasn’t a massive physical and mental shift happening.Bec experienced years of struggle in conceiving and felt like conceiving was painted out as a given right for women. Yet, here she was not falling pregnant straight away.If you liked this episode, be sure to check out our IG feed for our Vulnerability & Vaginas series for puberty, pregnancy, postpartum and perimenopause.

In this week’s episode of Bringing Vulnerability Back, it's Krysten's week to share her top three tools for success - simple and easy to adopt strategies. As a woman who loves efficiency and craves rest and mindfulness, ensuring she is 3 steps ahead is one of her greatest hacks!If you feel like you're too busy to achieve your goals, then this real talk episode will give you some inspiration. Take a listen and adopt what works for you x

In this week’s episode of Bringing Vulnerability Back, it's Bec's week to share her top three tools for success—simple, practical strategies that have helped me personally and professionally.If you’ve been craving a little real talk, encouragement, and a reminder that you don’t have to have it all together to thrive, this one’s for you.Tune in, take what resonates, and start bringing more vulnerability into your own journey.

We are back baby!  And of course in full B & K style we are talking about all things Breaking the Rules! And by 'breaking the rules' we really mean, do whatever the heck you want for your own life! How refreshing is that to read.Whether it is in your own lives, relationships or in society we are here to empower you to be vulnerable and stand up for what you want to do and what you DO NOT want to do! Jump on and listen and DM us if you Break the Rules after listening....

In this episode of Bringing Vulnerability Back, Bec and Krysten dive deep into the often unspoken fear that comes with growth, whether it’s personal, professional, or emotional. Growth sounds exciting, but it can also feel uncomfortable, uncertain, and even scary. We unpack why stepping into the next version of yourself can trigger fear, self-doubt, and resistance, and how vulnerability plays a powerful role in navigating these moments.Through honest conversation and personal stories, we explore:✨ Why fear shows up when we’re on the cusp of change✨ The ways we self-sabotage to avoid discomfort✨ How to embrace the messy middle between where you are and where you’re going✨ Practical tips for moving through fear with self-compassion and courageIf you’ve ever felt stuck between wanting more and fearing what “more” might mean, this episode will remind you that you’re not alone, and that growth, while scary, is where the magic happens.

In this third episode of Bringing Vulnerability Back, Krysten and Bec explore what it truly means to live with heart-led energy.With their signature honesty and depth, they unpack how leading from the heart can transform the way we show up in our relationships, decisions, and sense of self. They reflect on the courage it takes to trust your inner wisdom, especially in a world that often values logic over feeling.This is a conversation about alignment, embodiment, and the quiet power of choosing what feels right even when it defies expectations.A gentle nudge from this ep: You don’t have to prove yourself to lead with strength. Sometimes, the softest energy is the most powerful.

In this second episode of Bringing Vulnerability Back, Krysten and Bec dive even deeper into the journey of coming home to yourself.Together, they explore what it looks like to strip away the expectations, beliefs, and versions of self that were built to please others - and instead begin living in alignment with who you truly are. Through raw and honest storytelling, they share moments from their own lives that challenged them to choose themselves, again and again.This conversation is a reminder that coming home to yourself isn’t always neat or easy - but it is always worth it. It’s about honouring the truth within, even when it goes against what the world expects.A gentle nudge from this ep:You don’t have to live the life others have scripted for you. The most powerful thing you can do is choose you.Need support as you find your way back to you?The WildBloom Collective has two beautiful resources to help guide the way:Shop the resources hereFollow The WildBloom Collective on Instagram

Welcome to the very first podcast episode! In this ep, Krysten and Bec get vulnerable with how they have come to know who they are and the life experiences that challenged them into each new version of themselves.Unique and perfectly themselves, they have journeyed through mental health struggles, criticism and sabotage, a ripping open of oneself from becoming a mother for the first time, navigating careers and all the challenges of forging their own path. One dominant aspect of their life so far, was that they had self-trust to guide them.Self-trust tips:Ask yourself, are you being who you want to be?Find the activity/moment/task/environment where you feel like your most true self. Schedule that into your day or week and take note of how you feel in your body. The signs will be there!If these tips are unattainable for you right now, and we want you to be honest with yourself here, we have a couple of resources that are the perfect solution. Bloom Babes guide to Self-Love (when you have no idea of where to start! This is the true starting point to identify who you are)Cultivating the WildBloom Woman (you’ve started the journey, and you’re ready for the fundamentals for daily living)Shop the resources hereFollow The WildBloom Collective Instagram here