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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
From Grief to Game-Changer: Jeff Johnston's Journey to Reshape Mental Health
He's back and more determined than ever. This week on A Mental Health Break, we are honored to welcome back mental health advocate and founder, Jeff Johnston. Since we last spoke, Jeff has turned his personal tragedies—the loss of his son to fentanyl and his wife to alcoholism—into a nationwide movement for change.
In this powerful episode, Jeff shares how his profound losses ignited his mission, leading him on a 95-day journey across America to break the stigma around mental health and substance use disorder. We'll dive into the unique insights he gained from listening to countless stories of struggle and hope on the road.
Jeff also introduces us to his groundbreaking new venture, Brightn—an AI-powered mental health initiative designed specifically for Generation Z. He'll explain how his background as a financial advisor informs his entrepreneurial approach to mental health, and how Brightn leverages research from over 50 clinical studies to create a truly personalized and effective digital support system.
This conversation is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand how personal grief can be channeled into a powerful force for good.
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.
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