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The Bought Lesson

The Bought Lesson

By Mishae J. Johnson

The Bought Lesson is a weekly podcast that showcases life lessons learned from personal experience. The host, Mishae J. Johnson, promotes self-exploration and self-care for the purpose of personal development. This podcast grants listeners permission and a safe place to discover and embrace their greatness despite life's challenges.

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Grace + Discipline

The Bought LessonJun 08, 2021

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Grace + Discipline

Grace + Discipline

In today's episode, Mishae shares why it's so important to practice self-discipline and extending grace to herself.
Jun 08, 202121:09
Bounce Back

Bounce Back

In today's episode, Mishae shares her current process of bouncing back after having fallen behind.
May 31, 202121:41
Perfect Isn't Worth It

Perfect Isn't Worth It

In today's episode, Mishae briefly touches on the downside of waiting for perfect timing or conditions.
May 04, 202114:13
Let's Talk Boundaries

Let's Talk Boundaries

In today's episode, Mishae shares an overview of her personal journey with boundaries including her barriers with setting and maintaining them.
Apr 26, 202130:55
Be Present, Part 2

Be Present, Part 2

In this episode, Mishae addresses the barriers that she's faced when it comes to being present and the signs that tell her that she needs to spiritually reconnect.
Apr 20, 202127:16
Be Present

Be Present

In today's episode, Mishae broadcasts live from her beach getaway while sharing what she's learned about the importance of being present with herself.
Apr 12, 202128:03
Doing The Hard Stuff

Doing The Hard Stuff

At the start of season 2, Mishae transparently shares a recent experience that involved her doing something very challenging.
Apr 06, 202121:10
Women Produce

Women Produce

As Women's History Month winds down, Mishae shares her awe of women in general and their creative abilities.
Mar 30, 202125:55
Spring Cleaning

Spring Cleaning

In this episode, Mishae shares how the onset of spring has inspired her to clean up a few things in her personal life.

Mar 22, 202129:15
DIY Complex

DIY Complex

In today's episode, Mishae explains how her do-it-yourself approach to life has been helpful in many ways but also a hindrance in others. She recalls how her independence has made it challenging to be dependent even though both are beneficial and necessary.
Mar 16, 202127:59
Chat with Superwoman

Chat with Superwoman

In honor of International Women's Day, Mishae sits down with her personal superwoman--her mother, Yvonne--to discuss how life's challenges have shaped her way of life.
Mar 09, 202130:28
Give Yourself A Break

Give Yourself A Break

If you're the "strong one" in your family or friend group, this episode is dedicated to you. Mishae provides simple ways in which she finds healthy escape when life gets overwhelming.
Mar 01, 202127:30
Love Yourself, Challenge Yourself

Love Yourself, Challenge Yourself

Mishae wraps up the Identity and Self-Love Series by sharing how challenging herself to action has impacted her journey in all areas of life.
Feb 23, 202135:36
Love Yourself, Celebrate Yourself

Love Yourself, Celebrate Yourself

As she continues the series on Identity and Self-Love, Mishae shares her experience with celebrating herself. She shares her need for affirmation and how she trained herself to celebrate herself.

Feb 15, 202135:45
Love Yourself...Be By Yourself

Love Yourself...Be By Yourself

With Valentine's Day approaching, Mishae details her relationship with the holiday and how it took her journey with identity and self-love to another level.
Feb 09, 202138:34
Love Yourself...The Real You

Love Yourself...The Real You

Happy month of love and Black history! This episode kicks off a new series on Identity and Self-Love. Mishae describes the root of her own identity issues and how she has learned to fight them by being herself and thus loving herself.

Feb 01, 202133:02
Are You a Good Receiver?

Are You a Good Receiver?

We all know that we need people but sometimes receiving help is easier said than done. In this episode, Mishae walks us through her battle to be a good receiver.
Jan 25, 202135:59
Honor Your History

Honor Your History

Happy Martin Luther King, Jr. Day! In this episode, Mishae shares her personal connection to history and why MLK Day means so much to her.
Jan 18, 202133:59
Caring for Others is Self-Care

Caring for Others is Self-Care

We all benefit from helping each other. In today's episode, Mishae describes how her grief journey is teaching her that serving others is a form of self-care.
Jan 11, 202126:11
New Year, Resolve You

New Year, Resolve You

Happy New Year! In today's episode, Mishae explains her journey with New Year's resolutions and how she's approaching goal-setting now that she's learned what's necessary to "resolve" herself.
Jan 04, 202125:06
Welcome!

Welcome!

Here's a little background on what to expect from this podcast.
Jan 01, 202100:38