what Brené Brown once told me


Did I ever tell you about the time Brené Brown told me I had good intuition, Reader? I was thinking about that moment during my morning walk with Rocky.

While I can't tell you the context of our very brief conversation due to confidentiality (not breathwork related, though I wish), I can tell you that it really meant a lot to get that kind of validation from someone like Brené Brown.

Learning to trust my intuition wasn’t easy. It took courage and vulnerability. Every mistake and self-discovery brought me closer to my true self.

As Brené Brown often says, “Vulnerability is the birthplace of innovation, creativity, and change.” By embracing vulnerability and consistently showing up for yourself, whether it’s through breathwork, restorative yoga, or simply taking a moment to read this email, you're unlocking your inner strength, resilience, and ultimately changing.

That’s my wish for you this holiday season: inner strength and resilience. Even though I've guided a bit over a thousand people through breathwork, I'm often still in awe and humbled of how our breath can guide our souls to reclaim our power and remind us of the never-ending divinity that resides within us all. As one of my client's recently shared, “Since I've started seeing your consistently for breathwork, I haven’t had a single anxiety attack. I used to dread leaving the house. Now, I feel so f*cking strong and confident.”

Her journey wasn’t easy. It took time, patience, and dedication. But through consistent breathwork practice, coaching, and self-compassion, she changed her life. She faced her fears and embraced every bit of her- the depths of the painful darkness of grief and loss AND the beauty of her inner divinity, and learned to accept every bit of herself.

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​​Now, onto your weekly guidance readings and journaling prompts!


Weekly Guidance Reading

This week, I'm using Chris Anne's Light Seers Tarot Deck.

Take a moment to tune into yourself. If you have a question, feel free to pause and focus on it. Then look at the stack of cards below and choose the one you feel has your reading.


Or, you can also combine the message of all three cards and let that be your guidance.

As always, take what resonates and leave the rest behind. Reader, I'd love to hear which reading made sense with your current energy. So be sure to reply and let me know.​


Howlite Guidance

Nine of Wands


A woman stands with eight wands below her. She holds a wand with its fiery top lit. She looks tired, but she's not ready to give up anytime soon.


The Nine of Wands is here with a message of encouragement, asking you to push past your perceived limitations.


YOU ARE POWERFUL. You might feel like giving up, but you are so close. Don't throw in the towel when you're so on the cusp of a breakthrough!


Yes, take a breath, then rise with your head held high and remain open and trusting that your desires are within reach.

✍Your journal prompts from this reading:

  • Reflect on a time when you felt like giving up, but pushed through. What was the outcome? How did it shape you?
  • What are you currently working towards that feels challenging? How can you draw strength from this card to persevere?
  • What message is the universe trying to send you through this card? How can you apply it to your current situation?

Tiger Eye Guidance

Page of Cups


Are you wildly open to miracles? The Page of Cups might be seen as an immature cheeky person, bringing you flighty messages and love-bombing you.


He brings along with him a childlike wonder and enthusiasm that some of us forget to indulge in from time to time.


We can remain open to love, creativity, intuition, and follow the breadcrumbs of synchronicity without letting someone pull the wool over our eyes.


There's nothing wrong with being open to dreamy inspiration and joy so long as you remember to first ground yourself in reality.

✍Your journal prompts from this reading:

  • What does "wildly open" mean to you? How can you cultivate this energy in your life?
  • What is something you've forgotten to enjoy lately? How can you reintroduce it into your life?
  • What is a recent experience of feeling inspired or joyful? How can you cultivate more of these moments?

Malachite Guidance

Four of Swords


If you find yourself exhausted, it's time to lay your heart to the side and rest, sweet one.


All of the things will be there tomorrow and you'll be better prepared to face it if you rest today.


Maybe you've been going full force, or you might feel like you've been put through the wringer.


Whatever the case might be, the Four of Swords is asking you to rest so you can recover and recharge your batteries.


Don't worry, all four of your swords are within your reach.


So when you're ready to get up and fight the good fight, you'll be prepared.

✍Your journal prompts from this reading:

  • Reflect on a time when you pushed yourself too hard. What were the consequences?
  • What is your body trying to tell you right now? How can you listen to its signals?
  • What is a small act of self-care you can do right now? How can do this with compassion?

As always, Reader, only take what feels right in your heart and soul and leave the rest behind. Remember that these are general readings, so if you want a personalized online or in-person session to clarify areas you're struggling with, highlight what's draining your energy, recharge, or breathe out stuck emotions, click below to book a session with me.


Sending lots of love & light your way,

Francisca Hernandez

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