7 days ago

Episode 140: Take the Selfie - How To Take Care of Yourself Insight #9 with guest Kalee Isbell

In this heartfelt episode of Medium Lady Talks, Erin is joined by filmmaker and memory-keeper Kalee Isbell, founder of Isbell Family Films, to explore how photography and family videos can become a vital tool in your self-care toolkit.

What starts as a chat about taking more selfies quickly unfolds into a deeper conversation about postpartum depression, creative healing, and the emotional power of seeing yourself—and your life—through a different lens.

Kalee shares how her journey began with a “One Second a Day” video project during her son’s first year, eventually leading her to discover joy and healing in documenting life’s quiet magic. With warmth and honesty, she reveals how editing home videos during postpartum depression offered her a new perspective that helped shift her mindset from overwhelm to appreciation.

Together, Erin and Kalee unpack:

Why photos can be part of presence, not separate from it
The science behind creativity and mental health recovery
How “prompting vs. perfectionism” can transform family photos
Tips for guilt-free memory-keeping (hint: outsourcing counts!)
Why you should take the photo with YOU in it, especially on the good days
A clever hack for milestone photos that reduces pressure and perfectionism
The emotional resonance of seeing your past self—and giving her some tenderness

Whether you’re navigating early motherhood, managing digital overwhelm, or looking for a low-lift way to prioritize your well-being, this episode is your gentle nudge to take the selfie, make the memory, and remember that being seen matters.

🎧 Tune in to learn: