A Mental Health Break
Welcome to the #1 podcast dedicated to mental health, where you are never alone. This Top Weekly Show provides a safe, supportive platform to normalize conversations around mental health through authentic, inspirational testimonials.
Since 2020, host Vincent A. Lanci and his guests have shared vulnerable stories and powerful insights that remind you—you are not alone on your journey.
Each week, we dive into real-life experiences from mental health advocates, professionals, and individuals who’ve overcome adversity. Together, we tackle a wide range of topics, including trauma recovery, anxiety, depression, mindfulness, emotional intelligence, and family challenges. From grief and social media addiction to mental health in the workplace and life after divorce, every episode offers valuable tools, advice, and understanding for anyone navigating life’s toughest moments.
As someone who survived a traumatic brain injury (TBI), Vincent uses his personal journey to help others, blending his lived experiences with the wisdom of experts to empower you on your own path to healing. Whether you’re struggling with a mental disorder or simply looking for support, A Mental Health Break is your weekly source of hope, guidance, and connection.
Tune in each week for honest conversations, practical tools, and the reassurance that you're not alone. Let’s break the silence together.
A Mental Health Break
City of Hope - Beat Cancer with Mental Toughness
At first, a sudden diagnosis was Stage 4 Pancreatic cancer. Turns out, it was lung cancer. 9 months later, he was playing basketball, golfing, and coaching the top-ranked soccer team in the country.
Welcome back, Jim Madrid, and THANK YOU for having the courage to share your story.
Areas of Discussion:
- Mindfulness
- Prayer
- Eating the right foods
- Controlling self talk to keep dark thoughts out
- What he learned about his mental health through the transformative experience
Professionally, he the Founder and CEO of AST (Advanced Sports Technology).
The Mental Toughness to play sports is immense. Today’s guest has had the honor to work with elite athletes and elite-level coaches sharing with them the mental concepts to help them achieve the level they have.
From the latest in evidence-based research from leading experts in cognitive and positive psychology and neuroscience on how your brain is connected to performance.
Companies like Oakley, Nordstrom, Boeing, and more have all worked with Jim, so get ready to learn advice that works on improving your mindset.
Link to first episode on this show: https://amentalhealthbreak.buzzsprout.com/743867/8452668-mental-health-fitness-program-with-jim-madrid
Guest Website: astacademy.com
Guest Website: Jimmadrid.com
Take a Deep Breath on A Mental Health Break - the podcast that normalizes the conversation around mental health. You are not alone. Which journey will resonate with you most? Catch up with weekly interviews aired since January 2020. To join the show, email PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.com.
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