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
#280: The Weight of Loss & The Power of Vulnerability with James Hatfield
Join us for a deeply moving and incredibly powerful conversation on this week's episode. We sit down with James Hatfield, who bravely shares his experience navigating the profound loss of close friends.
He opens up about the waves of sadness that washed over him, the unique challenges of growing up alongside a friend with cystic fibrosis who tragically passed away at just 19, and the difficult journey of processing such a significant loss.
This isn't just an episode about grief, though. James' story is a testament to the importance of talking about our feelings, even the difficult ones. He emphasizes the crucial need for open communication and the healing power of vulnerability.
He shares how allowing himself to be vulnerable helped him process his grief and find strength in sharing his experience. This episode is a reminder that you're not alone in your struggles and that opening up can be the first step towards healing.
Tune in for a raw, honest, and ultimately hopeful conversation about love, loss, and the power of human connection. This is a mental health break you won't want to miss.
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