Healing Mile | Walking for Mental Health, Happiness & Personal Growth

By Carrie King | Healing MileAlternative Health Health & Fitness Mental Health Education Self-Improvement

Healing Mile | Walking for Mental Health, Happiness & Personal Growth episodes

July 06Clear Your Mind Fast | A Guided Walk to Refocus and Think Clearly
Listener favorite!
Feeling mentally foggy or distracted? This mental clarity walk helps you clear your mind, sharpen focus, and find calm—all in under 20 minutes.
What you’ll experience:
Guided walking meditation for focus and calm
Breathwork to reset your energy
Science-based tips to refresh your brain
Mindful coaching to quiet overthinking
Gentle affirmations for mental clarity
Walk your way to focus. Reset your mind. Feel clear again.
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20 min
July 02Build Habits That Last | A Short Walk to Reach Your Goals Without Burnout
One of the most-loved episodes of the Healing Mini Mile is back.
If you've ever struggled to stick with your goals or felt burned out trying to change everything at once, this listener favorite is for you.
In this encouraging guided walk, Carrie shares a simpler, more sustainable approach to building healthy habits that actually last. Instead of relying on motivation or trying to overhaul your entire life overnight, you'll learn how small, consistent actions can help you reach your goals without the pressure, overwhelm, or burnout.
This walk is a reminder that lasting change doesn't come from doing more. It comes from creating habits that fit your real life and showing up for yourself one small step at a time.
In this episode:
How to build habits that last without feeling overwhelmed
Why small, consistent actions lead to bigger results
Simple ways to reach your goals without burnout
How to build self-trust through everyday habits
Affirmations to help you stay consistent and keep moving forward
So take a deep breath, lace up your shoes, and let's walk.
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You can still find the entire library of over 200 walks from The Healing Mile right here on this same feed. We're still walking, we're still talking.. we're just having a whole lot more fun doing it. Thank you for walking with me!
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14 min
July 01Release What's Been Weighing on You | A Guided Meditation for Healing and Relief
One of the most-loved episodes of the Healing Minute is back.
If you've been carrying stress, sadness, disappointment, grief, overwhelm, or emotions you haven't had time to process, this listener favorite is for you.
In this short guided meditation, Carrie helps you create space to gently release what's been weighing on your heart and mind. Through calming breathwork and mindful reflection, you'll be reminded that healing doesn't come from pushing your feelings away—it comes from allowing yourself to acknowledge them with compassion and care.
This meditation is a gentle invitation to stop holding everything together for a moment, take a breath, and give yourself permission to feel, release, and heal.
In this episode:
A calming meditation for emotional healing and relief
Gentle breathing to release stress and tension
A mindful practice for processing difficult emotions
A simple way to create more emotional space and peace
Affirmations to support healing, acceptance, and self-compassion
So take a deep breath, get comfortable, and let's begin.
The most important thing you can do is take care of you. 🤍
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The Healing Mile is now Feel Good Walks!
You can still find the entire library of over 200 walks from The Healing Mile right here on this same feed. We're still walking, we're still talking.. we're just having a whole lot more fun doing it. Thank you for walking with me!
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5 min
June 29Feel Better in Your Body Now | A Walk for Confidence While You Work Toward Your Goals
One of the most-loved episodes of the Healing Mile is back.
If you've ever felt frustrated with slow progress, discouraged by the scale, or like you should be further along by now, this listener favorite is for you.
In this encouraging guided walk, Carrie shares a powerful reminder: you don't have to wait until you reach your goal to feel good about yourself. Together, you'll explore how to build confidence, stay consistent, and treat yourself with more kindness while working toward the healthy, strong, and energized version of yourself you want to become.
This walk will help you shift away from pressure and self-criticism and toward patience, self-respect, and sustainable progress that actually lasts.
In this episode:
How to feel better in your body while you're still working toward your goals
Why self-compassion leads to greater consistency than self-criticism
Simple mindset shifts to build confidence and motivation
How to stay committed when progress feels slow
Affirmations to help you feel stronger, more confident, and more supported
So take a deep breath, lace up your shoes, and let's walk.
The most important thing you can do is take care of you. 🤍
Support the show
The Healing Mile is now Feel Good Walks!
You can still find the entire library of over 200 walks from The Healing Mile right here on this same feed. We're still walking, we're still talking.. we're just having a whole lot more fun doing it. Thank you for walking with me!
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25 min
June 25Overthinking Everything | A Short Walk for Calm and Mental Clarity
One of the most-loved episodes of the Healing Mile is back.
If you've ever felt like your mind won't slow down, this listener favorite is for you.
In this calming guided walking meditation, Carrie helps you step away from overthinking, mental clutter, stress, and constant worrying so you can create more space for peace, clarity, and calm. Through mindful walking, gentle reflection, and simple tools to quiet a busy mind, you'll learn how to release what's weighing on you and reconnect with the present moment.
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, mentally exhausted, stuck in a cycle of overthinking, or simply need a reset, this short walk will help you slow down, clear your mind, and feel lighter.
In this episode:
How to reduce mental clutter and overwhelm
A simple walking meditation for stress relief
Easy ways to stop spiraling thoughts
Mindfulness techniques for calm and clarity
Affirmations to create more peace and mental space
So take a deep breath, lace up your shoes, and let's walk.
The most important thing you can do is take care of you. 🤍
Support the show
The Healing Mile is now Feel Good Walks!
You can still find the entire library of over 200 walks from The Healing Mile right here on this same feed. We're still walking, we're still talking.. we're just having a whole lot more fun doing it. Thank you for walking with me!
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10 min
June 24Feel Like Yourself Again | A Guided Meditation for Energy and Renewal
One of the most-loved episodes of the Healing Minute is back.
If you've been feeling a little off lately or like you've lost touch with the version of yourself you know is still in there, this listener favorite is for you.
In this short guided meditation, Carrie helps you reconnect with your energy, your inner light, and the part of you that's always been there beneath the stress, exhaustion, and overwhelm. Through calming breathwork and gentle visualization, you'll create space to reset, recharge, and return to yourself with more clarity and hope.
This meditation is a reminder that your spark isn't gone. Sometimes it just needs a little space, rest, and attention to shine again.
In this episode:
A calming meditation to help you feel more like yourself again
Gentle breathing to release heaviness and mental fatigue
A visualization for energy, renewal, and emotional well-being
A simple reset for days when you feel disconnected or overwhelmed
Affirmations to help you reconnect with your inner strength and light
So take a deep breath, get comfortable, and let's begin.
The most important thing you can do is take care of you. 🤍
Support the show
The Healing Mile is now Feel Good Walks!
You can still find the entire library of over 200 walks from The Healing Mile right here on this same feed. We're still walking, we're still talking.. we're just having a whole lot more fun doing it. Thank you for walking with me!
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6 min
June 22Life Has Been Heavy | A Walk to Feel Safe, Calm, and Like Yourself Again
One of the most-loved episodes of the Healing Mile is back.
If life has felt especially heavy lately, this listener favorite is for you.
In this gentle guided walk, Carrie helps you reconnect with yourself after difficult seasons of stress, loss, change, burnout, heartbreak, illness, or emotional overwhelm. Through mindful walking, calming breaths, and simple nervous system support, you'll create space to feel grounded, safe, and supported again.
This walk is a reminder that healing doesn't have to be rushed. Sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is slow down, take a breath, and trust that we're finding our way back to ourselves one step at a time.
In this episode:
How to calm your nervous system after stressful or difficult experiences
Why your body may hold tension, fatigue, or emotional overwhelm
Simple ways to feel more grounded, safe, and present
The connection between walking, healing, and emotional recovery
Affirmations to help you reconnect with yourself and move forward with compassion
So take a deep breath, lace up your shoes, and let's walk.
The most important thing you can do is take care of you. 🤍
Support the show
The Healing Mile is now Feel Good Walks!
You can still find the entire library of over 200 walks from The Healing Mile right here on this same feed. We're still walking, we're still talking.. we're just having a whole lot more fun doing it. Thank you for walking with me!
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Support the Podcast
26 min
June 18Too Much on Your Mind | A Quick Walk to Focus on What Matters
One of the most-loved episodes of the Healing Mile is back. 💛
If your mind feels busy, scattered, or pulled in a dozen different directions, this listener favorite is your invitation to pause, breathe, and refocus. In this quick guided walking meditation, you'll clear mental clutter, improve concentration, reduce overwhelm, and reconnect with what matters most right now.
Through mindful movement, simple breathing exercises, and gentle encouragement, you'll learn how to quiet distractions, sharpen your focus, and take your attention back—one step at a time.
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by your to-do list, struggling with procrastination, or simply need a mental reset, this short walk can help you feel calmer, clearer, and more productive.
In this episode:
How to improve focus and mental clarity
A simple walking meditation for overwhelm
Tips for reducing distractions and brain fog
Mindfulness practices for staying present
A quick mental reset when life feels busy
Listen now and take a few minutes to clear your mind, focus on what matters, and feel more in control of your day.
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The Healing Mile is now Feel Good Walks!
You can still find the entire library of over 200 walks from The Healing Mile right here on this same feed. We're still walking, we're still talking.. we're just having a whole lot more fun doing it. Thank you for walking with me!
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Support the Podcast
8 min
June 17Let Things Be Easier | A Guided Meditation to Relax and Let Life Flow
One of the most-loved episodes of the Healing Minute is back.
If you've been carrying a lot lately, this listener favorite is your invitation to take a breath and let go of some of the pressure.
In this short guided meditation, Carrie helps you step away from pushing, forcing, and overthinking so you can reconnect with a sense of ease, calm, and trust. Through gentle breathing and visualization, you'll be reminded that not everything has to feel difficult and that sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is soften your grip and allow life to flow.
Whether you're feeling stressed, overwhelmed, mentally exhausted, or simply in need of a reset, this meditation will help you relax, recharge, and return to yourself.
In this episode:
A calming meditation to release pressure and stress
Gentle breathing to relax your mind and body
A simple visualization for ease and emotional balance
How to let go of forcing and create more calm
A peaceful reset you can return to anytime
So take a deep breath, get comfortable, and let's begin.
The most important thing you can do is take care of you. 🤍
Support the show
The Healing Mile is now Feel Good Walks!
You can still find the entire library of over 200 walks from The Healing Mile right here on this same feed. We're still walking, we're still talking.. we're just having a whole lot more fun doing it. Thank you for walking with me!
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Support the Podcast
4 min
June 15Getting Older Can Be Beautiful | A Walk to Appreciate Your Body and Embrace Change
One of the most-loved episodes of the Healing Mile is back.
If you've ever struggled with the changes that come with getting older, this listener favorite is for you.
In this encouraging guided walk, Carrie shares a different perspective on aging—one rooted in appreciation, self-acceptance, and gratitude for the body that has carried you through every season of life. Together, you'll explore how to release criticism, embrace change, and celebrate the strength, wisdom, and beauty that continue to grow with time.
This walk is a reminder that getting older doesn't mean losing yourself. It means becoming more fully who you are.
In this episode:
How to embrace body changes with more confidence and self-compassion
Why aging can be a beautiful part of personal growth
Simple ways to appreciate your body instead of criticizing it
The connection between movement, vitality, and healthy aging
Affirmations to help you feel strong, beautiful, and at peace in your body
So take a deep breath, lace up your shoes, and let's walk.
The most important thing you can do is take care of you. 🤍
Support the show
The Healing Mile is now Feel Good Walks!
You can still find the entire library of over 200 walks from The Healing Mile right here on this same feed. We're still walking, we're still talking.. we're just having a whole lot more fun doing it. Thank you for walking with me!
Join the Email List
Support the Podcast
20 min