Most of us know how to ride a bike, but I doubt we understand the power it can give you in transforming your life. Riding 9 miles to work is the one habit Jeremy Grater started with, but he didn't stop there. That one action put him on a path to radically change not only his physical health but also his mental health. Both improved and allowed him to start other positive habits in his life. Just like a game of Chutes and Ladders, Jeremy shares how sometimes life will cause him to take a pause on those habits and he finds himself taking intentional steps to reintegrate his healthy habits. It's by no means easy, yet Jeremy know the benefits they bring and pushes through to reimplement his daily routines.

Jeremy is a co-host of The Fitmess Podcast, brings an honest and relatable perspective to the conversation around men's mental health. In his conversation here he shares his personal journey of hitting rock bottom after losing a job and feeling terrified about the future, which led him to seek help from a coach. He spoke about the domino effect that small changes can have in elevating your life and shared practical tips on including self-care activities into your daily routines. From limiting coffee intake to prioritizing regular exercise, Jeremy's journey shows the importance of gradual, sustainable changes for mental wellbeing and building resilience.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Uncover important strategies to boost men's mental health.
• Discover the powerful impact of physical activity on your mental wellbeing.
• Overcome identity crisis and find clarity after a career change or layoff.
• See the numerous benefits of consistent selfcare routines for your mental health.
• Learn vital lifestyle changes for managing depression and reclaiming your wellbeing.

The key moments in this episode are:

00:06:15 - Overcoming Depression

00:09:52 - Embracing Presence and Self-Care

00:12:49 - Finding Joy in New Activities

00:17:36 - Coping with Identity Shift

00:25:43 - Keeping Commitments to Yourself

00:30:43 - Making Time for Prioritizing Health

00:35:19 - Choosing the Pain You Endure

00:39:16 - Making Time for Selfcare

Connect with Jeremy Grater

Website

www.thefitmess.com

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremygrater/

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/fitmessguys

Instagram

https://www.facebook.com/fitmessguys

Connect with Mike Forrester

Podcast Website

https://LivingFearlessTodayPodcast.com

Coaching Website

https://www.hicoachmike.com/

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hicoachmike/

Youtube

https://www.youtube.com/@hicoachmike

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/hicoachmike

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/hicoachmike