Surfing the Biggest Waves of Her Life: Melanie Ezell on Motherhood, Cancer & the Ocean

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One Breath- Conversations Below the Surface

Katie Jackson- One Breath Creative

4 episodes

2 days ago

A podcast for ocean lovers, creatives and seekers of deeper meaning to life and wellbeing. Hosted by Katie Jackson, an underwater photographer, surfer, freediver and neurodiverse mother of three young children, this series dives into the stories of people who share a connection to the water. Together we explore identity, resilience, creativity and the healing power of nature, through the lens of personal experience and contemporary ideas like Blue Mind Theory. These are not technical interviews, but real conversations; honest, inspiring and salty. If you’ve ever felt the ocean change you, this is your invitation to dive in.

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Surfing the Biggest Waves of Her Life: Melanie Ezell on Motherhood, Cancer & the Ocean

One Breath- Conversations Below the Surface

1 hour 14 seconds

1 week ago

Surfing the Biggest Waves of Her Life: Melanie Ezell on Motherhood, Cancer & the Ocean

Summary

In this episode of One Breath, Katie Jackson speaks with Melanie Ezell, a big wave surfer and cancer thriver, about her transformative journey through surfing, motherhood and personal challenges. Melanie shares how the ocean has been a source of healing and strength, helping her navigate through an eating disorder and a cancer diagnosis. The conversation explores the deep connection between the ocean and personal growth, the importance of community and the lessons learned from facing fears in the water. Melanie's story is a testament to resilience and the power of embracing life's waves.

Keywords

ocean, healing, surfing, motherhood, cancer, personal growth, community, eating disorder, resilience, transformation

Takeaways

· The ocean serves as a powerful teacher and healer.

· Surfing can transform one's identity and provide a sense of community.

· Facing fears in the ocean can parallel overcoming personal challenges.

· Motherhood brings a new perspective on risk and safety.

· Anxiety can be managed through physical challenges like surfing.

· The ocean teaches us about impermanence and acceptance.

· Healing from an eating disorder can be supported by engaging with the ocean.

· A cancer diagnosis can lead to profound personal growth and reflection.

· Finding joy in small moments is essential for well-being.

· Community support is vital during challenging times.

YouTube

This episode can also be viewed in video format on the One Breath Creative YouTube channel.

Guest Details

You can follow Melanie on her website or by following her socials;

· Web: https://www.melanieezell.com

· Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogasurfmel

· https://exceptional-thinker-8946.kit.com/3d43d92936

GoFundMe to support Melanie and her son through her cancer journey:

· https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-mel-overcoming-cancer

More Podcast Episodes

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