The Healing Mile

Carrie King created The Healing Mile for people who need their walk to be more than just movement — they need it to be medicine for their mind. This mindful walking podcast blends guided meditation, affirmations, and motivation into episodes that help you release stress, calm anxiety, and build confidence while you put one foot in front of the other. With 136 episodes and a perfect 5.0-star rating, the show offers real variety: full-length guided walks that run 20-plus minutes, quick "Mini Mile" resets for when you only have a few minutes, and evening unwind sessions for winding down after a long day. One detail listeners consistently praise is the absence of background music. Carrie's voice comes through clean and clear, and reviewers describe it as "down-to-Earth" without any of the breathy, new-age affectation you might expect from a meditation-style show. The sound quality is genuinely excellent, which matters when you're listening through earbuds on a busy street. The show runs ad-free, supported entirely through listener memberships and one-time contributions, so there are no jarring sponsor reads to break the mood. Carrie also sells companion guides and affirmation decks for people who want to extend the practice beyond their walk. She's currently working on Season 3 while re-sharing listener favorites from earlier seasons. If traditional walking podcasts feel too chatty for what you need, and pure meditation apps feel too passive, The Healing Mile occupies that sweet spot where movement and mindfulness meet without either one taking over.