In this episode, we dive into one of the most common misconceptions about meditation: the belief that it's the only way to be mindful or grow in awareness.

Topics covered: - What mindfulness really means - Why meditation isn’t the end goal - Practical ways to build awareness in daily life - How to stop feeling like you're "doing it wrong"

Meditation is powerful—but it's not the only tool for transformation.

If you're looking for healing, change, or greater peace, this episode will help you understand how awareness works and how to practice it in a way that fits your life. Mindfulness isn’t about perfection. It’s about presence.

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👍 Share this episode it with someone who needs it. 💬 Watch the video version on YouTube and comment your current struggles with meditation / mindfulness / awareness and I'll offer more tips if I can! #meditation #mindfulness #healingjourney #awareness #selfcare #awellcaredforhuman #mentalhealth 🛑 Disclaimer: Kory M. Shrum is not a healthcare professional. This podcast is not a replacement for professional treatment or medication. The show and its episodes were created for the purposes of relaxation, inspiration, and entertainment only. If you have any health conditions, please consult a healthcare provider. Learn more about Kory and her work at: 🌿 https://www.awellcaredforhuman.com/ Support this creator on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/korymarie Download your free wellness blueprint (an ebook full of self-care strategies): https://dl.bookfunnel.com/lbbppff7v6 Don't forget your freebies (fiction and poetry): https://www.korymshrum.com/free-starter-library

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Starting over—whether by choice or circumstance—can be terrifying. Maybe you've lost something. Maybe you’ve walked away from a life that no longer fit. Or maybe everything crashed, and now you're standing in the rubble, asking: Where do I even begin?

In this episode of A Well Cared For Human, Kory shares 5 grounded, powerful tips for starting over with grace. You’ll learn how to let go of what’s behind you, build supportive habits, stay patient with the process, and clarify what you truly want next—not what others expect. If you're ready for a fresh start, this episode will help you take your first brave step forward.

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Grief isn’t just something we "get over." It's something we learn to live with—and work with. Whether you’re mourning a person, a relationship, a dream, or a former version of yourself, grief can feel overwhelming and isolating.

In this episode of A Well Cared For Human, Kory offers 5 compassionate, practical tips to help you work with your grief—not against it. Discover how to soften your suffering, find meaning in loss, and reconnect with your own resilience. You don’t have to carry your pain alone.

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