Today we’d like to introduce you to Brushae Stinson.
Brushae, we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin?
I am the “Loud- Mouf Healer.” I am unapologetic and opinionated. That wasn’t always my title, though. See the thing is the evolution of me began in the latter part of 2018. I was in a place where I craved to know who I was and what was I purposed to do. Along the way of discovering my purpose, I later found out that I had been operating in my gift all this time. Although it was something that I did with no effort I didn’t think that was what I was purposed to do. I have always been the one that people have come to for advice or a listening ear. I mean, everyone reached out to me for my thoughts on their problems or simply advice, from old friends to estranged family. What I gave them was my compassion and my opinion because that is what I would want someone to do for me.
As time went on, people started telling me I should share my thoughts with a larger audience. At first, I was hesitant, then I thought- I do have a lot of opinions and people seem to like them, so why not go for it! The Unpopular Realist, aka The Loud-Mouf Healer, came to be shortly after my soul searching, I started my podcast (The Unpopular Realist) in October of 2019. I started a podcast with just a few episodes, but like it often does, life got in the way. I stopped making episodes and I didn’t think anyone was going to notice. But not only did they notice, THEY CARED. They wanted me to return to sharing my opinions with them. So I relaunched the podcast in December 2020. You may be wondering who or what is the Unpopular Realist, allow me a brief moment to introduce to you The Unpopular Realist. I am Brushae, I am what society deems as “unpopular,” that doesn’t mean that I don’t have something important to say!
So I started my podcast where I am blunt, unfiltered, real, and transparent about everyday situations. I also discuss holistic healing, provide a space for affirmations, meditation, and a friend-to-friend reality check. So here I am, from a small town, unpopular and full of compassion and opinions that I hope will bring comfort, fun, and some better decision-making to anyone who hears me. To be honest, I am still figuring all of this out myself, but I was compelled to be there for those who may not see an out in their situation. I chose to be the vessel to be used to minimize the glitz and the glam of life; yes, that’s all fine and dandy. There are still people who need someone who is able to give them hope about real folk problems. When I think about success, I don’t really think about myself. I kind of feel like all of the engagement and support I’m receiving isn’t well earned. And I know the reason I’m feeling this way is because… I’m just being me. However, the people spoke and I was recognized in Columbus, Georgia at the 3rd Annual Girl Boss Gala Awards 2021 for the Best Podcast. Surely, that’s all of the confirmation I need to know that I am doing what I was created to do. It all started with a leap of faith, and still, to this day, I am faithing it until I make it.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
For the most part, it has been pretty smooth, my only struggles are me getting in my own way. See, transparently speaking, even TODAY I always undermine all of my work because I have this “who am I” attitude, however, I know what I’ve done, but I honestly don’t know how to digest it all. Once I get over this “lil ole me” phase. I will be unstoppable.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I am a podcaster, I specialize in mental health wellness, I am most proud of my most recent accomplishment and recognition for having “The Best Podcast”. What sets me apart in this overly saturated market is, ME being who I am, there may be millions of podcasters, but none of them are me.
We’d love to hear about how you think about risk taking?
I believe that life is about taking risks. I have taken some risks along this journey, one of which include time. I am a mother and I work full-time in addition to podcasting. When I relaunched I wanted to be sure that I was able to devote just as much time to the podcast as I did working for corporate and being a mother. So with that it cost me time to sleep, date, and various other spare activities that I could have participated in. However, knowing that what I do is bigger than me makes it all worth it.
Contact Info:
- Email: UnpopularRealists@gmail.com
- Website: www.TheUnpopularRealist.com
- Instagram: www.instagram.com/theunpopularrealist
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/theunpopularrealist
- Twitter: @TheUNPLRRealist
