Living a Front Seat Life: Kelly Marie's Radically Transparent, Mental Health Podcast Journey with Jazzy T

Healthy Illness

In this landmark 100th episode of the "Healthy Illness" podcast, host Kelly Marie and producer Jazzy T reflect on some of the most impactful episodes and discuss the creative processes behind podcasting and living with Mental Illness. This special live episode is not simply a milestone celebration—it's a raw and revealing look at the journey they've embarked on to spread awareness and foster open conversations about mental health.

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Kelly and Jazzy T discuss the inception of the "Healthy Illness" podcast, the importance of pushing personal boundaries, and the significance of radical transparency in storytelling. They explore the unique challenges and triumphs that have emerged over the course of producing such a candid and impactful series. The pair also delve into the nuanced interplay between mental health conditions, self-care, and societal expectations, providing a powerful testament to resilience and self-advocacy.

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

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About the Guest:

Jazzy T, also referred to as Jazz, is not only the guest on this special 100th episode but also the producer and a close friend of the host, Kelly Marie. With expertise in podcast production and digital media strategies, Jazzy T has been integral in the distribution of the "Healthy Illness" podcast through her Jazzcast Pros network, contributing to its reach across multiple platforms and its notable success.

Chapters:

0:00:00 Introduction to the 100th episode of Healthy Illness podcast

0:01:51 Noting the significance of seeing the number 1111

0:03:04 Explaining the hesitation to start a podcast and the importance of accountability

0:05:55 Discussing the impact of accountability on people's perception of mental health

0:08:25 Explaining the mission of the Front Seat Life and living with mental health conditions

0:09:35 Sharing the personal journey of mental health recovery and the concept of owning one's life

0:12:54 Jazzy T asks how to talk to children after a suicide attempt

0:15:53 Kelly Marie compares living with mental illness to managing diabetes

0:17:11 Jazzy T highlights the importance of not defining oneself solely by mental health conditions

0:17:48 Kelly Marie shares her perspective on challenges and personal growth

0:18:26 Jazzy T discusses the purpose of life's challenges and individual expression

0:20:11 Kelly Marie describes the overwhelming thought processes during the depths of mental illness

0:22:32 Jazzy T relates to the challenges of everyday tasks due to personal preferences

0:23:11 Kelly Marie emphasizes the difficulty of understanding mental illness without experiencing it

0:25:25 Redefining self-care beyond basic hygiene

0:28:30 Importance of having a full cup to give to others

0:32:07 Dealing with the stress of moving to a new house

0:37:14 Initial intentions of starting the podcast and its impact

0:39:30 Jazzy T acknowledges Kelly Marie's commitment to podcasting and the challenges she faced

0:40:36 Jazzy T reflects on her own experience of learning to better support Kelly Marie as a friend

0:50:09 Setting boundaries and saying no

0:51:32 Kelly's progress in overcoming sugar addiction

0:56:57 Kelly's back surgery and preparing for the worst

1:00:29 The need for preventative mental health care

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