Healthy Illness

Pause Before You Panic | 3 Quick Tips to Manage Anxiety

Ep. 154 Not every problem is yours to solve! Step back, take a breath and let's get Mindful AF with 3 simple, effective techniques to manage stress anxiety and pressure. From her “Go Slow” breathing technique to a grounding exercise you can literally do in public without anyone noticing, this conversation is designed to help you regulate in real time — not three days after the breakdown. Because sometimes peace starts with one powerful question: “Is this even my business to carry?” And if you’ve been craving a safe space to slow down consistently, Register for Mindful AF Free Webinar at www.FrontSeatLife.com/events [http://www.frontseatlife.com/events] 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 📲 Instagram @‌thefrontseatlife [https://www.instagram.com/thefrontseatlife] FB @‌thefrontseatlife [https://www.facebook.com/thefrontseatlife], Email KellyMarie@FrontSeatLife.com [KellyMarie@FrontSeatLife.com] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Holding Grief & Gratitude at the Same Time

Ep. 153 As Buffalo approaches the anniversary of the May 14th Tops shooting on the heels of Mother’s Day week, many are carrying grief, gratitude, trauma, and resilience all at once. In this heartfelt episode of Healthy Illness, Kelly Marie reflects on the emotional weight this season holds for the Black community while exploring mental health, racial trauma, motherhood, healing, and hope. Through honest conversation and mindfulness-centered encouragement, she reminds listeners that healing isn’t linear — and that more than one emotion can exist at the same time. If you’ve been trying to stay strong while processing heavy emotions, this episode will make you feel seen. Register for Mindful AF Free Webinar at www.FrontSeatLife.com/events 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 [https://podcasts.wixapps.net/www.frontseatlife.com] 📲 Instagram @‌thefrontseatlife [https://www.instagram.com/thefrontseatlife] FB @‌thefrontseatlife [https://www.facebook.com/thefrontseatlife], Email KellyMarie@FrontSeatLife.com [KellyMarie@FrontSeatLife.com] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

In My Soft Girl Era | Cover Girl Edition

One year ago, I made the decision to get my nails done and today, I'm proud to say they are still manicured and I am still in my soft girl era! And as of today, I'm officially a Cover Girl! Check out the May 2026 Issue of Buffalo Healthy Living Magazine [https://www.jazzcastpros.com/post/podcaster-lands-cover-of-magazine-buffalo-healthy-living] available at Wegmans! In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month and Mother’s Day, I'm re-releasing an episode that explains how a simple beauty treatment sparked my deeper reflection on mindfulness, self-care, and breaking free from grind culture. 💬 “It’s not about the look—it’s about the healing.” Tune in for: 🌿 A fresh take on the “soft girl era” 🛑 The importance of boundaries 🧘🏾‍♀️ Mindfulness, meditation & emotional wellness ❤️ How to show up for yourself with compassion Resources: Buffalo Healthy Living Magazine [https://www.jazzcastpros.com/post/podcaster-lands-cover-of-magazine-buffalo-healthy-living] MindfulAF Monthly Free Events — Front Seat Life, LLC [https://www.frontseatlife.com/events] Crisis helpline phone numbers: Dial 988 for immediate assistance Use 211 as the helpline for resources 🎙️ Hosted by Coach Kelly Marie, founder of Front Seat Life LLC [https://podcasts.wixapps.net/www.frontseatlife.com] 📲 Instagram @‌thefrontseatlife [https://www.instagram.com/thefrontseatlife] FB @‌thefrontseatlife [https://www.facebook.com/thefrontseatlife], Email KellyMarie@FrontSeatLife.com [KellyMarie@FrontSeatLife.com] 🎧 Produced & edited by JazzCast Pros [https://www.jazzcastpros.com/shows] 🔗 Click Here to rate & review on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healthy-illness/id1566213452] 🚀 Rate & Share this Podcast from Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5St1S2DEQoNmXjxNaTkITd] 🔐 Add this show to your collection on Pandora. [https://www.pandora.com/podcast/healthy-illness/PC:72963] 💪 Support the Show with a one-time donation on PayPal [http://paypal.me/thefrontseatlife] #HealthyIllnessPodcast #SoftGirlEra #MentalHealthAwareness #BlackMentalHealth #SelfCareIsntSelfish #FrontSeatLife #KellyMarie #HealingOutLoud #MindfulLiving #PodcastForHealing #BuffaloHealthyLiving #Magazine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Mindfulness Through Sound

Ep. 152 In a world of constant stimulation and ceaseless noise, the pursuit of mindfulness can seem like an elusive goal. Kelly Marie guides you through a mindfulness practice centered on sound from a retreat in Great Valley, New York. This episode of the Healthy Illness Podcast encourages exploring sound as a form of meditation, emphasizing that life is rarely silent. Kelly invites you to notice sounds in your environment, focus on their qualities, and use breathing techniques to foster relaxation and mindfulness. Tune in to discover how sound can transform your mindfulness journey and promote inner peace. Resources: Join us for our next free Mindful AF Webinar Monday May 4th 7pm Register here Events — Front Seat Life, LLC [https://www.frontseatlife.com/events] 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 [https://podcasts.wixapps.net/www.frontseatlife.com] 📲 Instagram @‌thefrontseatlife [https://www.instagram.com/thefrontseatlife] FB @‌thefrontseatlife [https://www.facebook.com/thefrontseatlife], Email KellyMarie@FrontSeatLife.com [KellyMarie@FrontSeatLife.com] 🎧 Produced & edited by JazzCast Pros [https://www.jazzcastpros.com/shows] 🔗 Click Here to rate & review on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healthy-illness/id1566213452] 🚀 Rate & Share this Podcast from Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5St1S2DEQoNmXjxNaTkITd] 🔐 Add this show to your collection on Pandora. [https://www.pandora.com/podcast/healthy-illness/PC:72963] 💪 Support the Show with a one-time donation on PayPal [http://paypal.me/thefrontseatlife] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Black Maternal Mortality & Mental Health Disparities

“Mental health conditions are the leading cause of maternal mortality…” Ep. 151 In this episode of Healthy Illness, I’m continuing the conversation on Black maternal health because this isn’t just about statistics, it’s about lives. As a birth and postpartum doula, I share how mental health, systemic bias, and gaps in care are impacting Black mothers at higher rates and what we can do about it 🖤 Black women are three to five times more likely to die from childbirth-related complications than white women. 🖤 Mental health conditions are the leading cause of maternal mortality, affecting 1 in 5 women. “Individually, we can make changes to this big thing we call the system by how we move about our day-to-day lives.” Related Episodes What It Really Takes to Be a Calming Nature Doula with Shannon Johns (Part 2) | Podcasts [https://www.jazzcastpros.com/the-healthy-illness-podcast/episode/f6b9d364/what-it-really-takes-to-be-a-calming-nature-doula-with-shannon-johns-part-2] The Weight of the Cape — Healing from the Superwoman Schema | Podcasts [https://www.jazzcastpros.com/the-healthy-illness-podcast/episode/cc06c455/the-weight-of-the-cape-healing-from-the-superwoman-schema] Resources Mentioned: https://www.calmingnaturedoula.com/ [https://www.calmingnaturedoula.com/] Black Mamas Matter Alliance - Advancing Black Maternal Health, Rights & Justice. [https://blackmamasmatter.org/] - Download Factsheet 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 [https://podcasts.wixapps.net/www.frontseatlife.com] 📲 Instagram @‌thefrontseatlife [https://www.instagram.com/thefrontseatlife] FB @‌thefrontseatlife [https://www.facebook.com/thefrontseatlife], Email KellyMarie@FrontSeatLife.com [KellyMarie@FrontSeatLife.com] 🎧 Produced & edited by JazzCast Pros [https://www.jazzcastpros.com/shows] Chapters: 00:00:00: Black Maternal Health Beyond Awareness Week 00:03:01 The Reality of Bias in Maternal Healthcare 00:07:12 Why Black Women Face Higher Maternal Health Risks 00:09:48 Maternal Mental Health: The Silent Crisis 00:12:58 Advocacy Starts With You: Taking Personal Responsibility 00:18:32 How We Create Change for Black Maternal Health 00:22:06 Preventive Care & Mental Health: What You Need to Know Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]