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
Building a Focused Mental Health Platform
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Johnny Crowder is back from another lens! In this bonus episode, we stop by our host's other podcast series, That Entrepreneur Show!
Johnny Crowder shares his journey from personal mental health challenges to building Cope Notes, a leading mental health texting platform. He discusses the importance of focus, sticking to your mission, and strategic scaling in entrepreneurship.
"Anyone building something extraordinary sticks to the plan"
Chapters
00:00 Johnny Crowder's Reflection on Building Focus
00:53 Introduction to Johnny Crowder and his Mission
02:31 Johnny's Personal Journey with Mental Health
04:02 Challenges in Selling to Enterprise Clients
06:58 Memorable Contracts and Scaling Milestones
11:27 Upcoming Features and International Expansion
13:55 Advice for New Entrepreneurs
17:26 Influences and Future Inspirations
18:46 Where to Find Johnny and Cope Notes
"People won't always articulate what they need"
Other Takeaways
*How to handle rejection and build credibility
*Stick to your core mission and avoid shiny object syndrome
*Build infrastructure for big opportunities even before they arrive
*Focus on incremental progress and celebrate small wins
*Lessons learned from building and scaling Cope Notes
*Persistence and focus are key to long-term success
*Strategic partnerships and legal considerations are crucial in scaling
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