Movement for Mind and Meaning is a mental health podcast exploring how the simple act of moving can change the way you think, feel, and live.
Host Dylan Tanner blends lived experience and practical tools from his own mental health recovery with CPTSD and Borderline Personality Disorder, to help you use movement as medicine and live with meaning.
In this conversation, Dylan Tanner emphasises the importance of goal setting as a crucial element for achieving success. He shares his personal journey and the transformative impact of a structured approach to goal setting, highlighting how it has not only changed his life but also the lives of countless clients. Through his research in mindset and psychology, Dylan illustrates the effectiveness of this system in various areas such as weight loss, career changes, and salary negotiations, urging listeners to take goal setting seriously for their own success.
15 Dec 2025
Episode 10: Goal Setting Part 1
In this episode, Dylan Tanner emphasises the critical role of goal setting in achieving success across various aspects of life. He discusses how goals serve as motivation and direction, highlighting the importance of both short-term and long-term goals in personal and professional development.
8 Dec 2025
Episode 9: The Myth of Being Fixed - And What To Aim For Instead
In this episode, Dylan Tanner explores the misconception that healing and personal growth should lead to a permanent state of being 'fixed.' He discusses the cultural obsession with endpoints and the unrealistic expectations that come with it. Instead of aiming for a fixed state, Dylan emphasises the importance of adaptability, self-compassion, and recognising that healing is a continuous journey with ups and downs. He encourages listeners to focus on daily practices that promote mental health and emotional well-being, rather than chasing an elusive ideal of perfection.
1 Dec 2025
Episode 8: Movement is Medicine
In this episode, Dylan Tanner explores the concept of movement as a form of medicine for mental health. He emphasises that movement should not be viewed as punishment or a means to an end, but rather as a natural and accessible way to heal and reconnect with yourself. Through personal experiences and insights, he encourages listeners to redefine their relationship with movement, focusing on its healing powers rather than societal pressures and expectations.
24 Nov 2025
Episode 7: Match Your Movement To Your Mood
In this episode of Movement for Mind and Meaning, Dylan Tanner discusses the importance of matching movement to your mood. He emphasises that movement should not be confined to traditional definitions of exercise, and encourages listeners to find what works for them on any given day. By checking in with yourself and recognising different emotional states, individuals can choose appropriate movements that promote self-care and emotional intelligence. The episode covers practical strategies for various moods, the significance of flexibility in movement, and the importance of self-awareness in recognising personal needs.
17 Nov 2025
Episode 6: Not a Gym Person?
In this conversation, Dylan Tanner discusses the pressures of traditional fitness training and how it can hinder personal well being. He emphasises the importance of redefining movement to be more spontaneous and enjoyable, rather than adhering to rigid, athlete-like standards.
10 Nov 2025
Episode 5: Creating Your Personal Mental Health Toolkit
In this episode, Dylan Tanner discusses his personal journey with mental health, emphasising the importance of recognizing it as a long-term commitment rather than a temporary issue. He shares insights on effectively utilising a mental health toolkit, encouraging proactive measures and regular updates to coping strategies.
3 Nov 2025
Episode 4: The Mental Health Binary Model
In this conversation, Dylan Tanner discusses the challenges of navigating life's emotional ups and downs, emphasizing the temporary nature of struggles and the importance of resilience.
15 Oct 2025
Episode 3: Plan Overwhelm
Finding Momentum When Apathy Takes Over
In this episode of Movement for Mind and Meaning, I open up about one of the hardest parts of my mental health journey: Apathy. Not sadness, not even the constant intrusive thoughts I’ve battled before - but the complete emotional numbness where you feel no passion, no excitement, and no drive to do anything.
I share what it felt like to live in that emptiness - putting big plans together that came to nothing, and the frustration of wanting to want something again. Most importantly, I talk about the small but powerful shift that helped me begin to move forward: choosing just one simple, manageable goal and building momentum from there.
1 Oct 2025
Episode 2: Taking the First Step Out of the Grey.
In this episode of Movement for Mind and Meaning, I dive into what it really feels like when “the grey” takes hold - those days where getting out of bed feels impossible and everything feels pointless.
I share what’s helped me in those moments, including:
- Why big plans and “super routines” often backfire when you’re at your lowest.
- The power of micro wins, “too small to skip” steps that slowly rebuild momentum.
- How I use walking, short workouts, and simple daily actions to change my state.
- The importance of taking action without pressure even if it’s just five minutes.
- How consistency in small movements transformed my own mental health and prepared me for challenges like the Marathon des Sables.
This isn’t about quick fixes or pretending movement is the cure for everything. It’s about giving yourself a chance to feel something different, even if only for a moment.
Over time, those tiny shifts add up, helping you remember who you are and what you’re capable of.
Whether you’re in the grey yourself or supporting someone who is, remember it’s the small wins that matter most.
If this resonates with you, share it with a friend who might need to hear it. You’re not alone in this, and we keep going together.
1 Oct 2025
Episode 1: Why I Started Movement for Mind and Meaning.
Welcome to the very first episode of Movement for Mind and Meaning with me, Dylan Tanner.
This show was born from my own journey through depression, grief, borderline personality disorder, and even a suicide attempt back in 2015.
I know what it’s like to feel stuck in your mental health - exhaustion, emptiness and hopelessness.
What helped me, time and time again, was movement.
Not just exercise, but any form of movement that changed my state - therapy, writing, music, conversations, setting small goals or simply getting outside for a walk.
In this first episode, I share:
- My personal struggles with mental health and why I created this podcast.- What I mean by “the grey” and how it shows up in everyday life.
- How small acts of movement - physical, mental, and emotional can spark momentum.
- Why you don’t need to be “fixed” to keep moving forward.
This podcast is for anyone who feels stuck in their own mental health and for those supporting friends or loved ones through it.
My hope is that these episodes can show you that there is a way through, and that even the smallest step forward is worth it.
Remember: we’re not trying to be perfect or “fixed.”
We’re just trying to be better, bit by bit.
If you find this episode helpful, please share it with someone who might need it. You’re not alone and we keep going, together.
20 Aug 2025
Podcast Trailer: Movement for Mind and Meaning.
What if one small step could change everything?
I created ‘Movement for Mind and Meaning’ with a simple mission - to help just one person choose life over that final step. Because if one person keeps going, one family is spared the devastation, and one life finds a better way forward?
That would be enough.
This podcast is raw, real, and rooted in lived experience. I’ve battled with depression, borderline personality disorder, and suicidal thoughts. I know what it feels like to be pinned to the bed, scrolling endlessly, convinced there’s no way out.
There is a better way.
Small movements and wins that add up hour by hour, day by day, week by week.
Still here, still moving and if you’re ready to take even the smallest step with me, you’re in the right place.
I’m Dylan Tanner, and this is Movement for Mind and Meaning.
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