This Thing Called Wellness

Shannon D. Martin•podcast.thisthingcalledwellness.com

🎙️ Welcome to This Thing Called Wellness — a heart-centered space where women over 40 come to heal, empower, and connect—one meaningful conversation at a time.

I’m Shannon D. Martin, Certified Health & Wellness Coach, host, and a woman rediscovering herself after years of showing up for everyone else. After more than a decade of navigating anxiety, depression, and burnout, I chose to pause, pour into my own healing, and start again. 💚

Now, I’m learning to define wellness in a way that honors what feels right for me not by outside expectations, but by my own rhythm. And I’m inviting you to do the same.

Every other Wednesday, I sit down with guests who have lived through transformation or are creating healing spaces where others can rise. Some are women rebuilding their lives. Others are leaders, guides, and change-makers helping women rediscover who they are through support, storytelling, and soul work.

Together, we explore real stories, heartfelt wisdom, and gentle tools to support your emotional, spiritual, mental, and physical wellness.

✨ If you’ve ever asked, “Who am I now?”—this space is for you.

Tune in on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen.

💌 Subscribe to Your Rhythm, our nurturing newsletter, at thisthingcalledwellness.com, and follow @thisthingcalledwellness on Instagram and YouTube for soft encouragement and soulful support.

Because your wellness doesn’t follow a timeline or a checklist.

It flows. It evolves.
Wellness is a rhythm—not a destination.
And we’re walking it together. 🌿

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Episodes

The Quest for Connection: Overcoming the Barriers of Disconnection

Send us a text Join me, Shannon Martin, on a soul-stirring voyage as we tackle the complexities of rebuilding and holding together relationships after periods of solitude and disconnection. I found myself on a solitary island following a personal breakdown, and this episode is a reflection of my journey back to the mainland, to people, and more importantly, to strong, nurturing friendships. My personal story will resonate with anyone who has ever felt isolated and yearned for meaningful connecti...

Oct 18, 2023•9 min•Season 1Ep. 12

Buidling a Support System that Sustains You

Send us a text Join me on a truly personal journey as we navigate the importance of treasuring relationships and fostering formidable support systems that can sustain us through life's toughest moments. In this heartfelt exchange, I'll share a chilling tale of my close encounter with an accident, a painful reminder of the dire consequences of not heeding our body's distress signals. We'll delve into the importance of setting boundaries, honoring our body's cues, and allowing ourselves the respit...

Oct 11, 2023•12 min•Season 1Ep. 11

Embracing the Seasons of Loneliness

Send us a text Every so often, a season of loneliness can sneak up on us, even when we're surrounded by those we love. You might feel a void, experience anxiety or even depression. I found myself in that exact predicament, and it took navigating and embracing the isolation, engaging in soul-searching conversations, and accepting the importance of my mental health to conquer it. It's a tough ride, but remember it's okay to not be okay and never shy away from expressing your emotions to your loved...

Oct 04, 2023•9 min•Season 1Ep. 10

The Transformative Power of Art Therapy

Send us a text Do you ever find yourself reaching for a pen, a paintbrush, or even a dancing shoe when life gets overwhelming? You're not alone. Art therapy, the practice of using creative mediums to express and process emotions, is gaining momentum as a powerful tool for mental health management. I’m thrilled to guide you through this transformative journey, where we'll uncover the impact of art on our brains and how it aids in healing wounds, reducing stress, and boosting self-esteem. We'll ex...

Sep 27, 2023•9 min•Season 1Ep. 9

The Key to Wellbeing: It Starts with Sleep

Send us a text Did you know that your bedtime routine could be the key to tackling mental health challenges? This episode is a wake-up call to the internal battles many of us are facing, such as anxiety, insomnia, sleep apnea, and restless legs syndrome that are depriving us of a peaceful night's sleep. We take you through the winding path of better sleep hygiene - from unplugging from technology to the indulgence of a warm bath or a calming cup of tea. We also shed light on the overlooked conse...

Sep 20, 2023•10 min•Season 1Ep. 8

The Pursuit of Inner Calm: Lessons from My Life's Journey

Send us a text Join me on a personal journey of self-discovery, as I, recount my struggle with emotional distress and the steps I took to find my inner calm. It was a moment of shocking realization, when my own family pointed out my escalating anger and melancholy, that I knew I needed to make a change. Together, we'll explore the different aspects of emotional balance, the impact of stress, anxiety, and the myriad ways we can boost our overall mental health. I'll share my insights on mindfulnes...

Sep 13, 2023•7 min•Season 1Ep. 7

Overcoming Emotional Exhaustion

Send us a text Do you ever feel like you're walking through a fog, struggling to remember even the simplest of tasks or losing grips on your emotions? It's a battle I've known too well, and it's called emotional exhaustion. This week on "This Thing Called Wellness", we delve into my personal journey with mental fatigue. Hear about my tearful breakdowns, the foggy thinking, overthinking, and the constant sense of overwhelming sadness that consumed me. But amidst the despair, I found a way to recl...

Sep 06, 2023•7 min•Season 1Ep. 6

Setting Healthy Mental Boundaries

Send us a text Join me on a transformative journey where we uncover the power of setting boundaries to protect our mental peace. As a reformed people pleaser, I reveal the cost of constantly being there for everyone else and the toll it took on my mental health. Listen to my story, and discover the freedom and personal growth that comes from saying 'no'. Let's explore together the art of standing firm on our boundaries, even in the face of resistance and manipulation. Through my own experiences ...

Aug 30, 2023•8 min•Season 1Ep. 5

The Power of Stories: Inspiring Hope A Mental Health Story

Send us a text Imagine living a life full of darkness where every day is a fight against anxiety and depression. This was my reality for ten years - a decade of struggles, challenges, and misconceptions about mental health that nearly broke me. Yet, in the darkness, I found my resilience. Through inner work, self-care, and a drive to help others battling the same demons, I managed to put myself back together. Our discussion this week is a testament to the fact that our stories, especially those ...

Aug 23, 2023•8 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Unearthing the Healing Power of Self-Compassion

Send us a text After years of blindly following diagnoses and trusting experts, I hit a wall. This was my wake-up call, my turning point, where I realized that my mental health was in my hands. I opened my eyes to the healing power of self-compassion, and it has been a game-changer. In this episode, I share my personal journey, weaving through the complexities of mental illness, the power of self-forgiveness and the importance of understanding my triggers. I learned the hard way, but it's a path...

Aug 23, 2023•8 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Charting a Personal Course in Mental Health

Send us a text Are you ready to embark on an enlightening journey towards mental health wellness? As your host, I'll be your guide, sharing insights from my personal experiences — the good, the bad, and the challenging. From my trials with medication to the rewarding moments on a therapist’s couch, each step has played a role in my transformation. In this intimate conversation, we unravel the importance of trusting your instincts and advocating for yourself. The journey to mental wellness is not...

Aug 16, 2023•9 min•Season 1Ep. 2

The Power of Family: Confronting Mental Illness Together

Send us a text As your host, Shannon Martin, I want to take you through a personal journey that changed my perception of mental health forever. Discover how a caring intervention from my family, including detailed observations from my children, opened my eyes to the seriousness of my own mental state. Together, we'll navigate the path of acceptance that led me to seek help, confront the stigma associated with medication and treatment, and take my first step towards wellness. In this enlightening...

Aug 07, 2023•8 min•Season 1Ep. 1

Introduction to "This Thing Called Wellness"

Send us a text This thing Called Wellness is a conversational series about Shannon Martin’s 10-year battle with mental illness. Through her stories, Shannon courageously discusses her struggles and successes with depression and panic disorder. Discussing the bridges she continues to build towards healing. Inspiring listeners to navigate their own path to wellbeing through incorporating practical strategies for self-care and personal growth into a harmonious lifestyle. Welcome to “This Thing Call...

Aug 07, 2023•1 min

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