suicide survivors

In today's episode, we delved into the fascinating topic of identity. We explored how our sense of self is a dynamic tapestry woven from the threads of relationships, beliefs, and experiences. So, grab your favorite cup of tea and join us as we unravel the intricacies of what makes us uniquely us in this journey of self-discovery.

Quote: "Who we are is like a colorful quilt made up of the people we know, the things we believe, and the experiences we've had. Every friendship, belief, and adventure adds its own unique color to the patchwork of our ever-changing selves."

1-on-1 Coaching: If you want go from feeling hopeless to hopeful, lonely to connected and like a burden to a blessing, then go to 1-on-1 coaching, go to www.thrivewithleo.com. Let’s get to tomorrow, together. 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

988

Teen Line (Los Angeles)

800-852-8336

The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)

866-488-7386

National Domestic Violence Hotline

800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]

Crisis Text Line

Text "Connect" to 741741 in the USA

Lifeline Chat

https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

International Suicide Hotlines: 

http://www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines.html

https://www.nowmattersnow.org/skills

https://sobermeditations.libsyn.com/ 

www.suicidesafetyplan.com 

https://scaa.club/

Chief Empowerment Officer at The Motiv8ing Factor, Arnita Craighead, joins us to discuss:

• how a friend saved her from a suicide attempt
• how rediscover our purpose and set boundaries
• how to reduce pain and increase our sense of belonging

1-on-1 Coaching: If you want go from feeling hopeless to hopeful, lonely to connected and like a burden to a blessing, then go to 1-on-1 coaching, go to www.thrivewithleo.com. Let’s get to tomorrow, together. 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

988

Teen Line (Los Angeles)

800-852-8336

The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)

866-488-7386

National Domestic Violence Hotline

800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]

Crisis Text Line

Text "Connect" to 741741 in the USA

Lifeline Chat

https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

International Suicide Hotlines: 

http://www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines.html

https://www.nowmattersnow.org/skills

https://sobermeditations.libsyn.com/ 

www.suicidesafetyplan.com 

https://scaa.club/

In this podcast episode, Leo Flowers explores the impact of substances like ayahuasca and MDMA on mental health, emphasizing the dynamic interplay between embodied and disembodied experiences. The discussion delves into how these substances may influence psychological pain, highlighting the need for caution, professional guidance, and an understanding of the intricate relationship between mind and body in therapeutic contexts.

1-on-1 Coaching: If you want go from feeling hopeless to hopeful, lonely to connected and like a burden to a blessing, then go to 1-on-1 coaching, go to www.thrivewithleo.com. Let’s get to tomorrow, together. 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

988

Teen Line (Los Angeles)

800-852-8336

The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)

866-488-7386

National Domestic Violence Hotline

800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]

Crisis Text Line

Text "Connect" to 741741 in the USA

Lifeline Chat

https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

International Suicide Hotlines: 

http://www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines.html

https://www.nowmattersnow.org/skills

https://sobermeditations.libsyn.com/ 

www.suicidesafetyplan.com 

https://scaa.club/

Author of "Learning Love," Thais Gibson, joins us today to discuss:

• Four attachment styles
• Why it takes 21 days to reprogram our beliefs
• How to regulate our emotions
• Why anger is trying to get all of needs met at once
• Difference between the conscious, subconscious and unconscious mind
• How to feel worthy of love
• Why we feel attracted to familiarity
• Why people want to kill the story of themselves

BUY BOOK: https://shorturl.at/otzNO

BIOGRAPHY:

Thais Gibson is a best-selling author, counselor, speaker, and leader in the personal development field. 

She has been recognized by Psychology Today, Time Business News, The New York Post, Yahoo! News, Success Magazine, CEO Weekly, and many other outlets for her cutting-edge research on the subconscious mind and personal transformation. 

Thais has a Ph.D. and is certified in over 13 modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, NLP, Somatic Processing, and Trauma Work. Her scientific research, personal experience, and compassionate approach led to her founding the Gibson Integrated Attachment Theory™. 

A modern expansion on the attachment theory developed in the 1960s, Integrated Attachment Theory™ empowers individuals to heal different attachments in their lives and reprogram any limiting thoughts and behaviors.

Thais’ approach to personal development has accumulated over 38 million views across her social platforms, helping thousands of people create tangible change in their lives.

Through her academic training and client-based research, Thais has created renowned and inspiring courses for personal development, growth, and relationships. These teachings have been distilled into the in-depth programs, courses, and modules inside of The Personal Development School.

1-on-1 Coaching: If you want go from feeling hopeless to hopeful, lonely to connected and like a burden to a blessing, then go to 1-on-1 coaching, go to www.thrivewithleo.com. Let’s get to tomorrow, together. 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

988

Teen Line (Los Angeles)

800-852-8336

The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)

866-488-7386

National Domestic Violence Hotline

800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]

Crisis Text Line

Text "Connect" to 741741 in the USA

Lifeline Chat

https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

International Suicide Hotlines: 

http://www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines.html

https://www.nowmattersnow.org/skills

https://sobermeditations.libsyn.com/ 

www.suicidesafetyplan.com 

https://scaa.club/

Leo Flowers discusses the juxtaposition of "memento mori" and "memento vivere" encourages us to strike a balance between acknowledging our mortality and fully embracing the richness of life.

1-on-1 coaching: then go to 1-on-1 coaching, go to www.thrivewithleo.com. Let’s get to tomorrow, together. 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

988

Teen Line (Los Angeles)

800-852-8336

The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)

866-488-7386

National Domestic Violence Hotline

800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]

Crisis Text Line

Text "Connect" to 741741 in the USA

Lifeline Chat

https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

International Suicide Hotlines: 

http://www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines.html

https://www.nowmattersnow.org/skills

https://sobermeditations.libsyn.com/ 

www.suicidesafetyplan.com 

https://scaa.club/

Julie Barr returns to the podcast to discuss:

• How to embrace aging
• True nature of our addiction
• Accountability vs responsibility
• Chain of pain
• Managing codependency

Sponsor:Is there something interfering with your happiness or is preventing you from achieving your goals? https://betterhelp.com/leo and enjoy 10% off your first month and start talking to mental health professional today!! 

1-on-1 Coaching: If you want go from feeling hopeless to hopeful, lonely to connected and like a burden to a blessing, then go to 1-on-1 coaching, go to www.thrivewithleo.com. Let’s get to tomorrow, together. 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

988

Teen Line (Los Angeles)

800-852-8336

The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)

866-488-7386

National Domestic Violence Hotline

800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]

Crisis Text Line

Text "Connect" to 741741 in the USA

Lifeline Chat

https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

International Suicide Hotlines: 

http://www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines.html

https://www.nowmattersnow.org/skills

https://sobermeditations.libsyn.com/ 

www.suicidesafetyplan.com 

https://scaa.club/

At the age of 17, Nadia Vaeh's mom completed suicide. Nadia is now 30. We discuss:

• Coping strategies for anxiety
• Why art is not enough
• How to zoom in on the good parts of ourself
• Why it's not easy to consistently love yourself

Sponsor:Is there something interfering with your happiness or is preventing you from achieving your goals? https://betterhelp.com/leo and enjoy 10% off your first month and start talking to mental health professional today!! 

1-on-1 Coaching: If you want go from feeling hopeless to hopeful, lonely to connected and like a burden to a blessing, then go to 1-on-1 coaching, go to www.thrivewithleo.com. Let’s get to tomorrow, together. 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

988

Teen Line (Los Angeles)

800-852-8336

The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)

866-488-7386

National Domestic Violence Hotline

800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]

Crisis Text Line

Text "Connect" to 741741 in the USA

Lifeline Chat

https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

International Suicide Hotlines: 

http://www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines.html

https://www.nowmattersnow.org/skills

https://sobermeditations.libsyn.com/ 

www.suicidesafetyplan.com 

https://scaa.club/

Paul Gilmartin, host of the podcast "Mental Illness Happy Hour," shares his current struggles with depression, dread and overwhelm; the difference between intensity and intimacy; the pain of seeking guilt/shame vs accomplishment and growth.

Sponsor:Is there something interfering with your happiness or is preventing you from achieving your goals? https://betterhelp.com/leo and enjoy 10% off your first month and start talking to mental health professional today!! 

1-on-1 Coaching: If you want go from feeling hopeless to hopeful, lonely to connected and like a burden to a blessing, then go to 1-on-1 coaching, go to www.thrivewithleo.com. Let’s get to tomorrow, together. 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

988

Teen Line (Los Angeles)

800-852-8336

The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)

866-488-7386

National Domestic Violence Hotline

800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]

Crisis Text Line

Text "Connect" to 741741 in the USA

Lifeline Chat

https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

International Suicide Hotlines: 

http://www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines.html

https://www.nowmattersnow.org/skills

https://sobermeditations.libsyn.com/ 

www.suicidesafetyplan.com 

https://scaa.club/

Dr. Raymond Nourmand joins us to discuss:

• Why kids emotions are their currency
• What not to say to your child when they're anxious
• How to create a safe haven for your child to open up and share

Buy Book: https://a.co/d/5dxjH3J

Sponsor:Is there something interfering with your happiness or is preventing you from achieving your goals? https://betterhelp.com/leo and enjoy 10% off your first month and start talking to mental health professional today!! 

1-on-1 Coaching: If you want go from feeling hopeless to hopeful, lonely to connected and like a burden to a blessing, then go to 1-on-1 coaching, go to www.thrivewithleo.com. Let’s get to tomorrow, together. 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

988

Teen Line (Los Angeles)

800-852-8336

The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)

866-488-7386

National Domestic Violence Hotline

800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]

Crisis Text Line

Text "Connect" to 741741 in the USA

Lifeline Chat

https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

International Suicide Hotlines: 

http://www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines.html

https://www.nowmattersnow.org/skills

https://sobermeditations.libsyn.com/ 

www.suicidesafetyplan.com 

https://scaa.club/

Have you ever been on a date with your significant other and felt bored, restless or irritable? You're not alone. In this episode, we discuss how to reconnect and keep the conversation going to feel engaged, excited and delighted.

1-on-1 Coaching: If you want go from feeling hopeless to hopeful, lonely to connected and like a burden to a blessing, then go to 1-on-1 coaching, go to www.thrivewithleo.com. Let’s get to tomorrow, together. 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

988

Teen Line (Los Angeles)

800-852-8336

The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)

866-488-7386

National Domestic Violence Hotline

800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]

Crisis Text Line

Text "Connect" to 741741 in the USA

Lifeline Chat

https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

International Suicide Hotlines: 

http://www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines.html

https://www.nowmattersnow.org/skills

https://sobermeditations.libsyn.com/ 

www.suicidesafetyplan.com 

https://scaa.club/

Intuitive coach and healer, Gabriella Alziari, joins us to discuss:

• inner child healing
• fear of retribution
• how to feel empowered
• finding happiness through authenticity
• positive detachment
• how to co-create our life

Sponsor:Is there something interfering with your happiness or is preventing you from achieving your goals? https://betterhelp.com/leo and enjoy 10% off your first month and start talking to mental health professional today!! 

1-on-1 Coaching: If you want go from feeling hopeless to hopeful, lonely to connected and like a burden to a blessing, then go to 1-on-1 coaching, go to www.thrivewithleo.com. Let’s get to tomorrow, together. 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

988

Teen Line (Los Angeles)

800-852-8336

The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)

866-488-7386

National Domestic Violence Hotline

800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]

Crisis Text Line

Text "Connect" to 741741 in the USA

Lifeline Chat

https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

International Suicide Hotlines: 

http://www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines.html

https://www.nowmattersnow.org/skills

https://sobermeditations.libsyn.com/ 

www.suicidesafetyplan.com 

https://scaa.club/

Worries, anxieties and regrets keeping you up at night? Does your mind start racing as soon as you cut off the lights to sleep at night? In this episode, we'll learn what do and what not to do to address our mental chatter and ruminating thoughts.

1-on-1 Coaching: If you want go from feeling hopeless to hopeful, lonely to connected and like a burden to a blessing, then go to 1-on-1 coaching, go to www.thrivewithleo.com. Let’s get to tomorrow, together. 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

988

Teen Line (Los Angeles)

800-852-8336

The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)

866-488-7386

National Domestic Violence Hotline

800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]

Crisis Text Line

Text "Connect" to 741741 in the USA

Lifeline Chat

https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

International Suicide Hotlines: 

http://www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines.html

https://www.nowmattersnow.org/skills

https://sobermeditations.libsyn.com/ 

www.suicidesafetyplan.com 

https://scaa.club/

Viewing humanity as a virus can reduce our motivation, cause alienation and lead to feelings of guilt and shame. In this episode we recognize the other side of human's capacity for growth, cooperation and innovation leading to a healthier planet.

1-on-1 Coaching: If you want go from feeling hopeless to hopeful, lonely to connected and like a burden to a blessing, then go to 1-on-1 coaching, go to www.thrivewithleo.com. Let’s get to tomorrow, together. 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

988

Teen Line (Los Angeles)

800-852-8336

The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)

866-488-7386

National Domestic Violence Hotline

800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]

Crisis Text Line

Text "Connect" to 741741 in the USA

Lifeline Chat

https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

International Suicide Hotlines: 

http://www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines.html

https://www.nowmattersnow.org/skills

https://sobermeditations.libsyn.com/ 

www.suicidesafetyplan.com 

https://scaa.club/

We discuss:

• Playful language (asobase kotoba)
• Video game play link to suicide and depression
• Child's play link to homicidal tendency
• How to incorporate play into your into everyday life
• Using play to reduce shame and guilt

1-on-1 Coaching: If you want go from feeling hopeless to hopeful, lonely to connected and like a burden to a blessing, then go to 1-on-1 coaching, go to www.thrivewithleo.com. Let’s get to tomorrow, together. 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

988

Teen Line (Los Angeles)

800-852-8336

The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)

866-488-7386

National Domestic Violence Hotline

800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]

Crisis Text Line

Text "Connect" to 741741 in the USA

Lifeline Chat

https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

International Suicide Hotlines: 

http://www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines.html

https://www.nowmattersnow.org/skills

https://sobermeditations.libsyn.com/ 

www.suicidesafetyplan.com 

https://scaa.club/

Author, Katie Beecher LPC, joins us to discuss her new book, "How to Heal From Within: A Guide to Intuitive Wellness." Katie Beecher shares a revolutionary, step-by-step approach to physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Using some of the same tools and exercises that Katie uses in her acclaimed medical and spiritual intuitive readings, the reader will be taught how to access their own intuition and spiritual guidance as they move towards healing that encompasses body, mind, and soul.

1-on-1 Coaching: If you want go from feeling hopeless to hopeful, lonely to connected and like a burden to a blessing, then go to 1-on-1 coaching, go to www.thrivewithleo.com. Let’s get to tomorrow, together. 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

988

Teen Line (Los Angeles)

800-852-8336

The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)

866-488-7386

National Domestic Violence Hotline

800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]

Crisis Text Line

Text "Connect" to 741741 in the USA

Lifeline Chat

https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

International Suicide Hotlines: 

http://www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines.html

https://www.nowmattersnow.org/skills

https://sobermeditations.libsyn.com/ 

www.suicidesafetyplan.com 

https://scaa.club/

Leo Flowers discusses an article about Sharon Osborne attempting suicide when she discovered her husband's emotional infidelity. We also discuss her thinking that her kids were old enough to take care of themselves and to justify ending her life.

Leo also shares a follow up to the story about the wife who wants her husband to get the photo of his ex-wife out of the bedroom.

Sponsor:Is there something interfering with your happiness or is preventing you from achieving your goals? https://betterhelp.com/leo and enjoy 10% off your first month and start talking to mental health professional today!! 

1-on-1 Coaching: If you want go from feeling hopeless to hopeful, lonely to connected and like a burden to a blessing, then go to 1-on-1 coaching, go to www.thrivewithleo.com. Let’s get to tomorrow, together. 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

988

Teen Line (Los Angeles)

800-852-8336

The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)

866-488-7386

National Domestic Violence Hotline

800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]

Crisis Text Line

Text "Connect" to 741741 in the USA

Lifeline Chat

https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

International Suicide Hotlines: 

http://www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines.html

https://www.nowmattersnow.org/skills

https://sobermeditations.libsyn.com/ 

www.suicidesafetyplan.com 

https://scaa.club/

89% of gamblers lose money. 20% of gamblers file for bankruptcy. Why is gambling addictive? What are the signs of gambling addiction? How do we stop?

Sponsor:Is there something interfering with your happiness or is preventing you from achieving your goals? https://betterhelp.com/leo and enjoy 10% off your first month and start talking to mental health professional today!! 

1-on-1 Coaching: If you want go from feeling hopeless to hopeful, lonely to connected and like a burden to a blessing, then go to 1-on-1 coaching, go to www.thrivewithleo.com. Let’s get to tomorrow, together. 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

988

Teen Line (Los Angeles)

800-852-8336

The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)

866-488-7386

National Domestic Violence Hotline

800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]

Crisis Text Line

Text "Connect" to 741741 in the USA

Lifeline Chat

https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

International Suicide Hotlines: 

http://www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines.html

https://www.nowmattersnow.org/skills

https://sobermeditations.libsyn.com/ 

www.suicidesafetyplan.com 

https://scaa.club/

How do we find delight instead of the displeasures and dissatisfactions of our day?

Sponsor:Is there something interfering with your happiness or is preventing you from achieving your goals? https://betterhelp.com/leo and enjoy 10% off your first month and start talking to mental health professional today!! 

1-on-1 Coaching: If you want go from feeling hopeless to hopeful, lonely to connected and like a burden to a blessing, then go to 1-on-1 coaching, go to www.thrivewithleo.com. Let’s get to tomorrow, together. 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

988

Teen Line (Los Angeles)

800-852-8336

The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)

866-488-7386

National Domestic Violence Hotline

800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]

Crisis Text Line

Text "Connect" to 741741 in the USA

Lifeline Chat

https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

International Suicide Hotlines: 

http://www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines.html

https://www.nowmattersnow.org/skills

https://sobermeditations.libsyn.com/ 

www.suicidesafetyplan.com 

https://scaa.club/

Leo Flowers discusses how scent and smell can lead to lead us to wanting to end our life or live our life.

Article link: https://shorturl.at/EKNV3

Sorrows of Young Werther: https://shorturl.at/aeyD6

Sponsor:Is there something interfering with your happiness or is preventing you from achieving your goals? https://betterhelp.com/leo and enjoy 10% off your first month and start talking to mental health professional today!! 

1-on-1 Coaching: If you want go from feeling hopeless to hopeful, lonely to connected and like a burden to a blessing, then go to 1-on-1 coaching, go to www.thrivewithleo.com. Let’s get to tomorrow, together. 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

988

Teen Line (Los Angeles)

800-852-8336

The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)

866-488-7386

National Domestic Violence Hotline

800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]

Crisis Text Line

Text "Connect" to 741741 in the USA

Lifeline Chat

https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

International Suicide Hotlines: 

http://www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines.html

https://www.nowmattersnow.org/skills

https://sobermeditations.libsyn.com/ 

www.suicidesafetyplan.com 

https://scaa.club/

Neuroscientist, Alex Korb, joins us to discuss:

• 'Spring Break Happiness"
• How to be dynamic
• How to produce more dopamine and serotonin
• Creating our "Ideal Future Self"
• Myth of Sissyphus
• Why we have multiple motivations and needs
• "Why do I keep collapsing?"

Sponsor:Is there something interfering with your happiness or is preventing you from achieving your goals? https://betterhelp.com/leo and enjoy 10% off your first month and start talking to mental health professional today!! 

1-on-1 Coaching: If you want go from feeling hopeless to hopeful, lonely to connected and like a burden to a blessing, then go to 1-on-1 coaching, go to www.thrivewithleo.com. Let’s get to tomorrow, together. 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

988

Teen Line (Los Angeles)

800-852-8336

The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)

866-488-7386

National Domestic Violence Hotline

800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]

Crisis Text Line

Text "Connect" to 741741 in the USA

Lifeline Chat

https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

International Suicide Hotlines: 

http://www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines.html

https://www.nowmattersnow.org/skills

https://sobermeditations.libsyn.com/ 

www.suicidesafetyplan.com 

https://scaa.club/