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
Injured D1 Athlete to Before You Kill Yourself - Welcome Back, Leo Flowers!
Welcome back, Leo Flowers! In this episode, you will learn to advice on how to overcome extreme adversity, manage suicidal ideations, how he has found new ways to enjoy life at age 45, and so much more.
When he was 9, he told his mom when he turned 40 he was gonna end his life. Now he's 45 and is HAPPY and THRIVING. "...that conversation, that thought, has never left me, I wanted to dig deeper to why I would say something like that and other people would say something like that and end their lives..."
Let's take A Mental Health Break. This is the show where mental health advocates and professionals worldwide share their stories, advice, and "WHY" relating to mental health.
Mental Health Week: https://www.amazon.com/Mental-Health-Week-Vincent-Lanci/dp/0578676168/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=mental+health+week
Mr. Lanci Talks Mental Health: https://www.amazon.com/Mr-Lanci-Talks-Mental-Health/dp/0578784661/ref=sr_1_2?crid=58KRJ9LE9C47&dchild=1&keywords=mr+lanci+talks+mental+health
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For the Season 7, Episode 6, Leo Flowers rejoins the show.
A Chicago native and former Div-I college athlete with a Masters in Counseling/Psychology, Flowers moved to LA to add stand-up comedian, actor and podcaster to his resume. He also has added a TedX talk to his portfolio.
After waking up paralyzed from an issue playing in a Division 1 football game, he knew it was time to focus on his mental health. This led him to create the Before You Kill Yourself Podcast.
He's always attacking the issues of the day and revealing personal anecdotes. Infusing stand up with storytelling, Flowers captivates audiences of all demographics.
Get ready to improve your mental health as soon as the episode begins.
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