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, Traumatic Brain Injury Survivor, 3x Mental Health Author, and 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
Dead for 22 Minutes, Dr. Joyce Mikal-Flynn Pens New Book
Episode 86 - Mental health professionals and advocates from around the world share their stories relating to mental health.
Listen to all episodes: buzzsprout.com/743867
Instagram: instagram.com/amentalhealthbreak
Facebook: facebook.com/amentalhealthbreak
Twitter: twitter.com/PodcastsByLanci
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/amentalhealthbreak
For the 12th Episode of Season 5, Vincent A. Lanci brings on Dr. Joyce Mikal-Flynn and her new book Anatomy of a Survivor: Building Resilience, Grit, and Growth After Trauma.
In 1990, after a sudden cardiac event, Joyce Mikal-Flynn was dead for twenty-two minutes. While CPR and determined doctors returned her to life, she came to find that this new life wasn’t her life at all. Faced with depression, personal and professional setbacks, she ultimately recognized that this was not an end point—but a beginning.
Trauma and crisis are inescapable aspects of life. Framed, at times, as something to get over, trauma never fully leaves those who experience it.
Interlacing stories with research on genetics, post-traumatic growth, and the neuroscience of resilience and happiness, this book outlines how survivors of trauma structure a positive and productive response. An ingenious strengths-based rehabilitation system—metahabilitation—engages them by uncovering and developing their resilience, grit, and capacity for growth after trauma.
Get ready to level up your mental health in too many ways to count!
This episode has been brought to you by Tampa Counseling and Wellness.
Dedicated to helping individuals looking to positively transform their lives through compassionate counseling and wellness coaching. If you struggle with depression, anxiety, or other mental health issues, call today for a free consultation. Tampa Counseling and Wellness; therapy that inspires change (Virtual and In-Person Availability)
Website: www.tampacounselingandwellness.com
Phone: 813 520 2807
Host Name: Vincent A. Lanci
YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCy0dil34Q5ILEuHgLVmfhXQ
Website: vincentalanci.com
Guest Name: Dr. Joyce Mikal-Flynn
Email: jmf@metahab.com
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Anatomy-Survivor-Building-Resilience-Growth/dp/1642937274
Digital Editing: Done by Vincent A. Lanci. For inquiries on pricing for your digital editing or coaching, email PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.com)
Happy | https://soundcloud.com/morning-kulishow/happy-backgrou
Have a question for the host or guest? Want their freebee? Are you looking to become a guest or show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com.
This show is brought to you by the Empathy Set and Coming Alive Podcast Production.
CRISIS LINE: DIAL 988