Nobody talks about how much blind trust it takes to start over.

In this episode of Wandering the Wild Mess, I explore the unpredictable journey of starting over and learning to trust the path before you can see where it leads.

Through my experiences navigating divorce, self-discovery, and rebuilding my life from the ground up, I've realized that adulthood doesn't come with a roadmap. The truth is, most of us are figuring it out as we go—learning, growing, stumbling, and starting again.

We dive into the myths we believe about relationships, what it means to be a "good partner," and how easy it is to lose ourselves while trying to become everything for someone else. Most importantly, I share how learning to love myself changed everything.

If you're standing in the middle of uncertainty, wondering whether you're on the right path, this episode is a reminder that you don't need all the answers to keep moving forward.

Sometimes the hardest roads lead to the most beautiful destinations.

"Someday we'll look back and smile and know it was worth every mile."

Alexa play "Starting Over" by Chris Stapleton

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The hardest part wasn't leaving my marriage. It was sitting alone in Nashville, wondering if I'd made a mistake.....

In this episode of Wandering the Wild Mess, I share one of the hardest seasons of my life—the first month after moving to Nashville completely on my own.

From the outside, it looked exciting. A fresh start. A new city. A new chapter. But behind the smiles was a very different reality. I was grieving the end of my marriage, questioning my decision to leave everything I knew behind, and wrestling with loneliness, fear, and self-doubt.

There were moments when the weight of uncertainty felt overwhelming. Moments when I wondered if I had made a terrible mistake. Moments when the darkness felt louder than the hope.

In this vulnerable episode, I open up about navigating intrusive thoughts, finding faith when I couldn't see the path ahead, and learning that even our darkest seasons have something to teach us.

If you're walking through a difficult chapter, feeling lost, or wondering if things will ever get better, this episode is a reminder that hard seasons don't last forever. Sometimes growth happens in the places we'd never choose for ourselves.

You are not alone. Keep going.

The light has a way of finding us again.

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Can a new place really heal you?

In this episode of Wandering the Wild Mess, I share the story of my first trip to Tennessee and the unexpected journey that followed. At the time, I was searching for a fresh start and wondering if moving somewhere new could help me heal from the pain, uncertainty, and challenges I was carrying.

What I didn't expect was a chance encounter with a complete stranger who would become an important part of my story. Through that experience, I learned that healing often shows up in ways we never plan for. Sometimes the right people enter our lives at exactly the right moment, but we have to be willing to step outside our comfort zones to meet them.

This episode is about trusting your intuition, embracing change, and staying open to the possibilities life presents. If you're navigating a major transition, considering a fresh start, or wondering whether it's time to take a leap of faith, this conversation is for you.

Alexa, play "Feet Wanna Run" by Ernest.

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Finding a place to live is one thing... finding a place that truly feels like home is another.

In this episode, I share the journey of finally putting down roots in Nashville after spending three months moving between Airbnbs while starting my life over. Buying my own house wasn’t just about having a roof over my head — it was about learning independence, trusting myself, and creating stability in a completely new chapter.

We talk about the challenges of moving to a new city alone, the unexpected peace that comes from simplifying life, and the confidence that grows when you realize you can build a life for yourself from the ground up.

If you’re starting over, moving somewhere new, or trying to figure out what “home” really means, this episode is a reminder that sometimes the biggest leaps of faith lead you exactly where you’re meant to be.

Alexa play "Lonely Long" by Parker McCollum and Diplo

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Pretending everything is fine can quietly keep you stuck in a life that no longer fits.

In this episode, I reflect on the version of myself I might have become if I had stayed where life felt safe and familiar. It’s easy to convince ourselves we’re okay, to keep playing roles others expect from us, and to pretend nothing needs to change.

But sometimes pretending everything is fine is exactly what holds us back from becoming who we’re meant to be.

This conversation explores the courage it takes to stop pretending, spread your wings, and step into a life that feels more aligned with who you truly are. Because when you stop performing the life that looks right and start listening to what feels right, everything begins to shift.

Sometimes the biggest changes in life begin the moment you stop pretending.

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Starting over in a new city isn’t for the faint of heart. It can be messy, confusing, and full of unexpected encounters — especially when you’re rebuilding your life in Nashville.

In this episode, I share the chaotic and eye-opening moments from my early days navigating single life in Nashville. From meeting new people and musicians in Music City to questioning what love, relationships, and connection even look like in this new chapter, this season of life brought plenty of unpredictable situations.

Through humor and honest reflection, we talk about recognizing when it’s time to pivot, embracing change even when things feel uncertain, and trusting that the mess often leads to the growth you need.

If you’ve ever felt lost in a new chapter of life, this episode is a reminder that sometimes the chaos is part of the transformation — and it may just mean you’re ready for something more.

Alexa play "Excuse the Mess" by Ella Langley 

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Sometimes the biggest life changes don’t happen all at once — they unfold mile by mile.

In this episode, I share the story of leaving behind my corporate career, the Salt Lake City office, and the final ties to my life in Utah as I drove alone back to Tennessee. What started as a solo road trip quickly became a journey of reflection, unexpected conversations, and powerful reminders about relationships, communication, and personal growth.

Along the way, strangers shared their own stories of divorce and life transitions, which led me to reflect on how relationships succeed or fail — and how important honest communication really is.

This episode explores what it feels like to step into a new version of yourself, let go of the guilt that can come with leaving, and begin to embrace the adventure of starting over.

If you’re navigating divorce, a career change, or the emotional process of leaving an old life behind, this conversation is about trusting the road ahead — even when you don’t know exactly where it’s leading.

Alexa play "Spotless" by Zach Bryan

"People die a thousand times to get to who they are"  

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What can really change in one year?

In this episode, I reflect on the difference between celebrating my first birthday in Tennessee surrounded by friends from back home — and celebrating this year with the new friendships I’ve built here. We talk about what it takes to start over in a new city, how to build community as an adult, and the emotional highs and lows of creating a new support system from scratch.

Starting over doesn’t just mean relocating — it means learning to trust that the right people will come into your life at the right time. If you’ve ever moved somewhere new, felt lonely in the beginning, or questioned whether you made the right choice, this conversation is about the power of patience and human connection.

A lot can change in a year when you’re willing to take the chance.

Alexa play "Happiest Year" by Jaymes Young 

Next in the queue: Bar Song (Tipsy) by Shaboozey

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Starting over? It isn't going to be comfortable, but you'll make through.. 

In this episode, I revisit the trials that tried to make the leaving hard, as I moved through the changes of packing up the life I knew. I share the stories of things that came to test me and look back on the last time I heard a voice that spoke to me every day for years. I  discuss the uncertainty and doubts that accompanied my decision, while I learned to embrace the opportunity for a fresh start on my own. I reflect on learning to enjoy my own company more than ever, realizing that life is but a journey filled with unexpected twists and turns. I seek to remind you that if you know you are moving in the right direction, keep moving. If you're meant to be there, nothing will stop you, but that doesn't mean you won't hit a few lows along the way. Trust the process and life will continue to show up with those record-high times. 

Alexa play "Record High" by Dylan Marlow 

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Sometimes you don’t realize you’re home until life comes full circle. But it's a little messy... 

In this episode, I reflect on a whirlwind of emotions that took me back to Utah — only to return to Nashville with deeper clarity. From spontaneous moments and unexpected connections to the songs that marked the turning points, this story is about recognizing when a place begins to feel aligned.

We talk about trusting your decision to start over, finding belonging in a new city, and how full-circle moments can reaffirm that you’re exactly where you’re meant to be.

Moving to Tennessee wasn’t just a relocation — it became a realization. If you’ve ever questioned whether you made the right move or wondered when a new place will finally feel like home, this episode explores what it means to know you’re staying.

Because sometimes the magic isn’t in leaving — it’s in realizing you’ve already arrived.

Alexa play “Leaving Tennessee” by Carter Faith 

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• “Beauty in the Struggle” by Bryan Martin 
• “Hold you back” by Ryan Hurd 

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