Moving On: Letting Go of the Past and Embracing Change

Healthy Illness

Ep. 108 Kelly Marie explores the profound interplay between movement, mental health, and the significance of a stable living environment. As she ventures through her own personal experience of moving homes, Kelly Marie provides listeners with a candid, thoughtful narrative around the holistic concept of movement, extending beyond mere physical exercise to include the shifts and transitions we undertake in life.

Kelly Marie dives deep into her reflections on the process of moving and its impact on mental well-being, chronicling three pivotal relocation experiences that have shaped her journey. The host touches on the importance of a secure home base, the challenges of finding new living spaces, and the mental load carried through such transitions. Each segment of Kelly Marie's story is rich with authenticity and vulnerability, providing a unique lens into the complexities of maintaining mental health amid life's inevitable changes.

Key Takeaways:

• Stability in one's living situation is crucial for mental health, and managing changes in housing can introduce considerable stress.
• Personal experiences and the choices made in response to them, like proactive moving, are significant in maintaining mental well-being.
• It's essential to engage in self-care and set boundaries, allowing one to say no to overcommitment and prioritize mental health.
• Taking a step back to reassess one's capacity can be vital in preventing mental health strain amidst life's demands and stressors.

Notable Quotes:

• "And so because I knew I would need to move, I just moved at a time that was most convenient and conducive to me instead of being on someone else's schedule."
• "You can say no after you've said yes. You do not have to stay stuck in a thing."
• "How can I go through this training to help bring life into the world if I'm not taking care of the life that God gave me?"

Resources:

• Crisis helpline phone numbers:
• Dial 988 for immediate assistance or 741741 for text support
• Use 211 as the helpline for resources

🎙️ Hosted by Coach Kelly Marie, founder of Front Seat Life LLC

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Chapters:

0:00:00 Introduction to the topic of movement and mental health

0:01:24 Importance of having a stable home for mental health

0:02:00 Three phases of movement

0:03:59 The significance of home and stability for mental health

0:06:23 Healing and finding a safe space in a new home

0:08:33 Adjusting to a new home and missed opportunities

0:10:35 The relief of renting and having landlords take care of repairs

0:11:48 Needing to move again and being proactive

0:13:47 Moving into a new space with no stairs for better physical health

0:15:03 Feeling stressed and experiencing physical symptoms

0:16:48 Being proactive in managing stress

0:17:37 Challenges in finding a new home

0:19:21 Adjusting expectations and finding a suitable place

0:23:04 Considering becoming a doula

0:26:50 Giving yourself permission to say no after saying yes

0:27:55 Mentally prioritizing self-care over becoming a doula

0:28:34 Recognizing the importance of self-care before helping others

0:29:03 Making decisions based on mental health and well-being

0:30:03 Choosing to prioritize personal needs over additional commitments

0:30:41 Taking a break from podcasting to focus on self-care

0:31:16 Acknowledging the ability to control and adjust personal choices

0:31:48 Understanding that the world continues to move regardless of personal circumstances

0:32:18 Embracing struggles and setbacks while continuing to show up

0:33:43 Helpline resources for immediate support

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