A Mental Health Break
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.
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.
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, OCD, PTSD, mindfulness, emotional intelligence, and both life 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
Finding Harmony in Work and Parenting
In this conversation, Kristen Keller shares her journey from a political science background to her current role in operations at Tampa General Hospital. She discusses the challenges of being a working mom, the importance of community support, and the need for coordination in healthcare to improve mental health outcomes. Kristen emphasizes the significance of patient advocacy and shares her experiences in Tallahassee, where she engages with lawmakers to promote healthcare initiatives. She concludes with valuable advice for parents struggling to balance their responsibilities.
As You Listen
00:00 Finding Community as a Working Parent
06:16 Navigating Work-Life Harmony
10:53 The Importance of Coordination in Healthcare
13:30 Advocacy and Patient Stories
16:53 Advice for Struggling Parents
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- "Find those groups, those play dates."
- "Patients' voices matter."
- "Give yourself grace."
Takeaways:
-Find community support as a working parent.
-Work-life harmony is more achievable than balance.
-Coordination of care is crucial for mental health.
-Patient advocacy is essential in healthcare.
-Sharing personal stories can influence legislation.
-Give yourself grace in parenting and work.
-Engaging with fellow parents can provide empathy.
-Healthcare providers also need mental health support.
-Tampa General Hospital offers resources for team members.
-Every working mom sacrifices something for their family.
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