A Mental Health Break
Welcome! Ranked in the Top 5% of Globally Ranked Podcasts, 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.
Learn from others sharing their mental health stories each week. Your time is valuable. That's why we get right to it with no fluff and keep each value-filled show under 30 minutes.
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.
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.
Each week, we dive into real-life experiences from mental health advocates, professionals, and individuals who’ve overcome adversity. Together, we discuss a wide range of topics, including depression, anxiety, addiction, substance abuse, ADHD, ADD, Autism, PTSD, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Post- Traumatic Stress Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, eating disorders, anorexia, anorexia, eating habits, Bipolar disorder, CBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Schizophrenia,BPD, Borderline Personality Disorder, OCD, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Obsessive- Compulsive Disorder, trauma, New Trauma, Old Trauma, Living with Trauma, Working through Trauma, trauma recovery, Stigma, Mental health stigma, self-care, self care, self-love, self love, sex addiction, coping mechanisms, psychosis, medications, hypnosis, EDMR, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, NA, AA, Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, traumatic brain injuries, traumatic brain injury, TBI, emotional intelligence, emotional regulation, EQ, emotional experiences, therapy, therapist, doctors, nurses, mental health professionas, dementia, mental ability, memory, cognitive function, Alzheimer's, Codependency, trauma bonding, weight loss, weight shame, body dysmorphia, dual diagnosis, DBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness, both life and family challenges, and much more.
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!
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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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