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Sis… what if the fear isn’t failing — but finally being free?

Published 18 days ago • 2 min read

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Hey Sizz,

You ever catch yourself shrinking just to keep the peace?

Doing what’s “expected,” because you don’t want to disappoint anyone — not your mama, not your kids, not your circle.

I get it.

For years, I let fear run the show. Fear of what people would think. Fear of shaking the table. Fear that if I finally chose myself, I’d lose the people I loved most. But sis… that kind of fear doesn’t protect you — it paralyzes you.

What if this next season isn’t about being everything for everyone else… but finally being true to you?

That’s the conversation we’re having at HeartSpaces 2025 — the brunch for women who are ready to stop performing, start healing, and choose themselves without guilt.

And this week, I want to spotlight one of the women who’s bringing that kind of truth to the table: Karen Johnson— a powerhouse whose story reminds us that each of us has a purpose and our presence is truly important.
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​Karen “KJ” Johnson is a powerhouse in women’s empowerment and executive leadership.

As Founder & Chief Empowerment Officer of The Konfident Woman Brand—which includes the Konfident Woman Nonprofit Leadership Institute and The Konfident Woman Collection—she equips executive women of color to unlock their brilliance, lead with presence, and rise with confidence.​

A sought-after speaker, executive coach, and #1 international bestselling author, KJ’s mission is rooted in purpose, presence, and power. Currently serving as President of NAWBO (National Association of Women Business Owners Dallas Fort Worth, she champions advocacy, collaboration, and innovation for women entrepreneurs across North Texas.

She has electrified audiences at JP Morgan Chase, Verizon, Boeing, Dell, DFW Airport, University of Texas at Dallas, and Texas Woman’s University, where she delivered the Business School commencement address.
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Recognized among the Top 50 Powerful Women in Business and featured by NBC, Fox, Good Morning Texas, and more, KJ is a transformational force—empowering women to lead boldly, konfidently, and unapologetically.
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But beyond the spotlight, KJ is most proud of her roles as Mother, Glam-ma, and unapologetic a Dallas Cowboys fan. She brings heart to everyspace she enters, blending strategic excellence with soulful authenticity.
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But beyond the spotlight, KJ is most proud of her roles as Mother, Glam-ma, and unapologetic a Dallas Cowboys fan. She brings heart to everyspace she enters, blending strategic excellence with soulful authenticity.

🔥 HeartSpaces Wellness & Lifestyle Brunch

📍 Saturday, October 25, 2025

📍 Neiman Marcus – Plano, TX

🎟️ Use Code:

heartspaces2025 for General Admission — $99 (was $105)

heartspacesvip2025 for VIP — $170 (was $190)

(Discounts valid through October 15th)

Sis, this isn’t just brunch. It’s healing. It’s permission. It’s a table full of women who are no longer asking for one.

If you’ve been waiting for a sign that it’s time to choose you — this is it.

👉🏽 Grab your seat now

With all my heart,

Curator, Heart Spaces Wellness & Lifestyle Brunch

Demi Austin Thomas
​Sizzle Curator

113 Cherry St #92768, Seattle, WA 98104-2205
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