Navigating Life's Transitions: Sobriety, Parenting, and Career Changes
Episode Overview
Transitions can significantly impact mental health and wellbeing. Support systems and feeling heard are crucial during transitional periods. Open water swimming can be a powerful ritual for maintaining control and calm. Small rituals and routines can help manage the stress of transitions. Every transition is a step towards personal growth.
Transitions are really hard but they're better than the alternative which is not ever making any transitions, not ever making any changes
Transitions can be tough, but they can also be a time of growth and self-discovery. In this episode of Rise, hosts Elizabeth Vaughan and Julia Carson dive into the impact of transitional periods on mental health and wellbeing. Whether it's navigating parenting challenges, career changes, or sobriety journeys, they share their personal experiences and reflections on how these shifts have shaped their lives.
The conversation is filled with anecdotes and relatable moments that will make you feel like you're chatting with old friends. Elizabeth and Julia also discuss the importance of support systems and the value of feeling heard during these times. They share practical advice, like the power of open water swimming inspired by 'The Outrun' by Amy Liptrot, and how small rituals can provide a sense of control and calm.
This episode is a heartfelt exploration of life's inevitable changes and a reminder that you're not alone in facing them. So, if you're in the midst of a transition or just need some comforting words, this episode is a must-listen. Remember, every transition is a step towards growth, even if it feels challenging at the moment.