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The Dark Place: Conversations About Mental Health | Depression | Anxiety

A shame-free space where people talk about how they care for their mental and emotional health. Common topics include anxiety, depression, and mindfulness. No matter the story, it will be met with compassion. Engage with the show and host Joel Kutz online at http://darkplace.joelkutz.com Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. We are not doctors. For questions about your own health, please consult a medical professional.
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Nov 20, 2017

The writer, life coach, and former youth pastor talks about recovering from being the victim of childhood sexual abuse, his suicide attempt, and his experience with how mental illness is viewed within Christianity.

Steve's website: iamsteveaustin.com

Oct 17, 2017

Kevin Hines is one of only 36 people to survive a suicide attempt by leaping off the Golden Gate Bridge. In the past 17 years, he has now become an advocate for those with mental illness. He talked with me about managing his bipolar disorder, how to ask for help, and his work preventing veteran suicides. Plus, Joel reads Listener Dark Places.

 

In this episode, Kevin talked about these resources:

SAVE.org

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 (+1 for active duty military and veterans)

Crisis Text Line: Text CNQR to 741741

 

The Movember Foundation - "Unmute - Ask Him": https://us.movember.com/news/11507/ 

 

This episode is sponsored by Talkspace, an online therapy company that allows you to send messages with a licensed therapist via text, audio, or video. Visit talkspace.com/DARK and enter the promo code "DARK" to get $30 off youtr first month.

Sep 25, 2017

The 23-year-old journalist from Austin, Texas talks about living with anxiety, the experience of having a panic attack, and why "it's better to cry outside than it is to cry inside."

 

Laura runs the newsletter Mental Health Day, which can be found at tinyletter.com/mentalhealthday.

She is on twitter @laura__thomp (two underscores).

 

This episode is sponsored by Talkspace, an online therapy company that allows you to send messages with a licensed therapist via text, audio, or video. Visit talkspace.com/DARK and enter the promo code "DARK" to get $30 off your first month.

May 27, 2017

The co-founder of mental health storytelling organization This Is My Brave joins to talk about her experience with bipolar disorder, postpartum psychosis, hospitalization, and helping others share their own stories.

In the episode, Jennifer mentions a guest-post on her blog about a friend who visited her in the hospital. Here is the link: http://bipolarmomlife.com/just-ask-friend-can-make-difference/ 

 

Twitter: @BipolarMomLife

Website/Blog: http://bipolarmomlife.com/ 

This Is My Brave: https://thisismybrave.org/ 

Apr 10, 2017

The 30-year-old talks about helping himself and others through depression and suicidal thoughts. Plus, he gives us a taste of what it would sound like if depression was an unwanted guest at a frat party.

Jan 2, 2017

January 1st, 2017: The 29-year-old comedian (America's Got Talent) talks about the loneliness of living life on the road, searching for connection in his life, and his mental health awareness campaign called "Say It Anyway."

Adam Grabowski
Website: http://www.adamgrabowski.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/adamgrabowskicomedy
Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamGrabowski
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamgrabowski/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AGComedy

 

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