Ep. 119 👶🏾Your voice matters in the delivery room. But is anyone truly listening?

The reality is, Black women face higher risks during childbirth—but you don’t have to navigate this journey alone. A doula can be your advocate, your guide, and your support system, ensuring that your birth plan is heard and honored.

In this episode of Healthy Illness, Kelly Marie breaks down the difference between doulas and midwives, why holistic birth support is more important than ever, and how you can take control of your birthing experience.

Plus, she’s offering a FREE session to help you create a birth plan tailored to your needs.

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🎧 Tap in now—because your safety, your peace of mind, and your birth experience matter.

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Ep. 118 ​Are you striving for a more organized and balanced mental state in your daily life? In this episode, we unveil the transformative power of establishing daily routines and mindfulness practices to enhance your mental well-being.​

By integrating structured routines and mindfulness into your life, you can experience reduced stress, improved focus, and a heightened sense of control. Are you ready to embark on this journey toward a more harmonious and peaceful mindset?​

In this episode, you will:

Join Coach Kelly Marie, founder of Front Seat Life LLC, as she guides you through these insights.​

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Chapters:

00:00:00 - The Importance of Routine​

00:03:31 - Incorporating Mindfulness​

00:09:15 - Creating Personal Structure​

00:11:22 - Utilizing DBT Tools​

00:14:31 - Implementing Structure and Stability​

00:15:56 - The Importance of Creating Routine​

00:17:08 - Unintentional Matching​

00:18:31 - The Role of Fails​

00:19:55 - Building Routine​

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Ep. 117 After six months away from the mic, I’m finally back. In this episode of Healthy Illness, I’m opening up about where I’ve been, what’s changed, and how my journey has led me to become a birth doula. I also reflect on the power of community, and how my support system—including JazzCast Pros and my closest friends—helped me navigate these challenging times.

The weight of the election, the reality that America still isn’t ready for a woman President, and the painful cuts to programs that support Black and Brown communities hit me hard. I needed time to process, to heal, and to figure out my next steps.

If you’re feeling the weight of the world, you’re not alone. Let’s talk about healing, resilience, and the importance of leaning on those who uplift us. 💛

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Ep. 116 Coding AI for the Culture: Minista Jazz on Anxiety & Representation

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Ep. 116 Struggling with anxiety? Feeling trapped in your own mind? Minista Jazz knows that battle firsthand. She shares her journey with agoraphobia, an anxiety disorder that made it nearly impossible to leave her home. Unable to find a therapist who truly understood her experience, she built her own support system—D-Nana, a digital AI guide inspired by the wisdom and comfort of a Black grandmother.

In this powerful conversation, Minista Jazz + host Kelly Marie dive into:

✨ Mental Health & AI – How AI characters like Jerome and D-Nana provide culturally relevant support for anxiety and emotional wellness.

✨ Representation in Tech – Why Black voices in AI are crucial to breaking systemic barriers

🔥 "Code is the new cotton. We need to take that and make it our own." 🔥

✨ Courage & Healing – Turning fear into fuel to create spaces where we feel seen, heard, and valued.

✨ Community & Ancestral Wisdom – The importance of honoring our roots in the digital age.

If you’ve ever felt unheard, unseen, or unsupported in your mental health journey, this episode is for you. Tap in for a raw, transformative conversation on AI, anxiety, and reclaiming digital spaces for our healing. 🎙️✨

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Ep. 95 Planning a Trip with Friends? Don’t Miss This Episode! Picture this: an upcoming wedding in India with your closest friend. It sounds like a dream, but how do you ensure that dream doesn’t turn into a nightmare? In this episode, I share my approach to navigating the delicate balance of friendship, self-care, and smart planning while prepping for this once-in-a-lifetime journey.

Together, we’ll dive into practical ways to decide if a trip is truly worth it, how to plan wisely without losing your mind, and why lists are your secret weapon for stress-free travel. Plus, I’ll reveal the essential steps to maintain healthy friendships on the road—because nothing’s more important than preserving the bond with the people who matter most.

✨ Key Takeaways You Can’t Afford to Miss:

“Traveling with friends can be magical, but it takes self-awareness and open communication to make it a positive experience for everyone involved.” – Kelly Marie

If you’ve ever wondered how to juggle the excitement of traveling with friends while staying true to yourself, this episode is for you. Tune in for tips, personal stories, and the wisdom you need to make every trip memorable—in the best way possible!

Chapters:

0:00:00 Introduction

0:00:39 Tips for planning a trip with a friend

0:01:49 Importance of choosing the right travel companion

0:03:19 Background on the upcoming trip to India

0:04:23 Similarities and differences between the friends

0:05:28 Exploring the challenges of traveling to a different culture

0:07:28 The goal of leaving and coming back healthy

0:08:51 Different considerations for international travel

0:10:16 The desire for an immersive experience in India

0:11:54 Three key factors for successful travel with friends

0:12:26 The importance of deciding if the trip is worth it

0:13:54 Determining if the trip is worth it

0:15:07 Exercising wisdom in planning and during the trip

0:16:53 Making lists for clothes, accessories, and documents

0:19:12 Packing medications, snacks, and personal items

0:23:37 Checking bags instead of carrying them on

0:25:07 Managing space and expectations during the trip

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If the thought of giving away something of sentimental value gives you anxiety, try this simple trick to keeping precious moments while creating your Oasis Space.

In this episode the Declutter Empress Daria Murphy joins Coach Kelly Marie to share her process of deciding what to keep and what has to go.

Declutter your mental and physical space and start focusing on things that bring value to your life.

Did you know?

The word Worry is rooted in the Old English word for 'strangle'.

Erma Bombeck told us “Worry is like a rocking chair: it gives you something to do but never gets you anywhere.” Instead, spend your energy on things within your control.

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ABOUT THE GUEST Derria Murphy is the founder and host of the Declutter Empress Radio podcast, a lifestyle podcast featuring snippets on how to live a clutter-free life. She is a strong believer in self-care and encourages anyone to live a joyful and clutter-free lifestyle on purpose. Each episode features actionable daily items for the journey to create your Oasis Space.

The Declutter Empress Radio is coming to the JazzCast Pros Network on Tuesday October 22nd!

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National Mental Health Association https://www.mhanational.org/

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Ep. 115 Kelly Marie hosts Mary Beth Scott, a certified run coach, to discuss the intersection of mental health and physical movement on the Healthy Illness podcast. They explore the importance of finding joyful, accessible movement and persevering through injury and recovery. Mary Beth shares insights on building resilience, setting realistic fitness goals, and balancing life commitments with personal wellness. The episode delves into mental strategies for overcoming fear and staying motivated.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation on integrating physical activity as a positive force in life.

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Mary Beth Scott is a seasoned run coach and athlete with deep expertise in long-distance running and marathon training. She is the founder of Onward Run Coaching, where she specializes in helping runners of all levels—from beginners to seasoned marathoners—achieve their personal bests. Mary Beth holds a certification in run coaching, has a rich history as a competitive runner, and also serves as a high school cross-country coach. Her passion for running and dedication to movement as a lifestyle have earned her a broad following and a reputation for motivational and inclusive coaching.

Chapters:

0:00 Finding Joy in Movement and Overcoming Physical Limitations

8:51 Mary Beth Scott's Journey from High School Running to Coaching

16:22 Running in Extreme Heat: Tips and Adjustments

21:48 Overcoming Challenges Through Mental Fortitude and Small Steps

28:45 Tailoring Training to Fit Busy Lives

35:03 Grace to Try Something New and Embrace Curiosity

38:48 Mental Health Resources and Kelly's Takeaways 

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Ep. 114 As we continue our Season of Movement; Kelly Marie Shares Top Five Tips for Stress-Free Moving while managing your mental health.

Throughout the episode, Kelly Marie emphasizes the importance of creating a safe and organized environment amidst the chaos of moving. She offers five essential tips, such as prioritizing setting up your bed, creating a designated home space, and the significance of decluttering. The advice is interwoven with personal anecdotes and reflections on how these strategies have helped her maintain mental well-being during the move.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone preparing for a move or seeking practical advice on maintaining mental health during life transitions.

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Living a Front Seat Life: Kelly Marie's Radically Transparent, Mental Health Podcast

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Chapters:

0:00 Building Healthier Relationships While Living With Mental Health Conditions

1:06 Managing a Move and Creating a New Home

6:54 Essential Steps for Creating Comfort in a New Home

9:49 Five Steps to Declutter and Heal During a Move

18:14 Resources and Support for Mental Health and Community Wellbeing

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Ep. 113 In part 2 of our enlightening conversation with the esteemed Detra Trueheart, we unpack the significance of initiating and sustaining personal change and the link between physical movement, mental health, and a life led with intention.

Kelly and Detra delve into the common pitfalls of a hectic lifestyle, differentiating between being busy and intentional movement. They provide a compelling dialogue on creating space for restorative physical activity and reprieve, a fundamental component of wellness for one's mind and body. Detra Trueheart shares personal anecdotes and tried-and-tested approaches, such as "habit stacking," as revealed by James Clear in his book "Atomic Habits." Embracing these incremental yet powerful changes, listeners can embark on a meaningful journey towards holistic well-being.

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About the Guest:

Detra Trueheart is an adjunct instructor, peer educator, author, presenter, and a passionate coach and mentor specializing in helping individuals navigate their high-capacity lives. She runs True Heart Speaks, an organization focusing on life coaching and mentoring that urges individuals to live their truth and speak life into their personal and professional ambitions. Detra organizes the annual I Speak Life Live event aimed at empowering women to focus on self-care and personal growth.

Contact Detra at www.trueheartspeaks.com

Listen to more conversations with Detra

Episode 24 I Speak Life

Episode 113 The Walkiversary: Celebrating a Year of Movement and Self-Care

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Ep. 112 In this episode of the Healthy Illness podcast, host Kelly Marie sits down with Detra Trueheart for an engaging conversation on the intersection between movement and mental health. As someone who lives with purpose, Detra shares her personal journey of integrating physical activity into her lifestyle when it wasn't occurring naturally. This first installment of a two-part series with Detra delves into the reasons behind her commitment to movement and how it has transformed her life.

Detra discusses her history as a dancer and pageant competitor and the stark contrast to the sedentary life plagued by busyness that followed. In the wake of this realization, Detra took up walking as her movement of choice, leading to a rebirth of activity in her life. She shares how listening to one's body and knowing oneself is crucial in creating a sustainable lifestyle that includes movement. Focused on breaking the misconception of movement as merely physical exercise, this episode provides insights into how movement can be personalized and purposefully integrated into everyday life.

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Episode 24 I Speak Life with Detra Trueheart

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About the Guest:

Detra Trueheart is a speaker, preacher, author, content creator, coach and strategist. Her life's work for the past 20+ years has been about teaching women of faith and leaders to get unstuck and get out of their own way in life, ministry and the marketplace by shifting their beliefs and behaviors through speaking, coaching, consulting, online courses, and digital products. 

Contact Detra at www.trueheartspeaks.com

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