A Mental Health Break

Mark Rizkallah joins us to help tackle mental illness. Learn about him below, but here are a few additional areas of discussion: -Psychotropics -Why he believes substance abuse is a side effect of mental health -Early childhood trauma -Psychedelics -Setting goals -The power of ice baths Mark, who was born in Lebanon, arrived in the United States at the age of four after his parents decided to leav...

Peter unknowingly tapped into being neurodivergent, using his autism to become a highly successful serial entrepreneur and CEO. After being late diagnosed autistic, he is now an advocate for autism awareness in the workplace. Being autistic allowed him to: See unusual patterns to improve business strategy Create first-of-kind products with unique physical designs Take business risks Other Areas of...

It is Bell Let’s Talk Month, so it is only right to bring back Shreya Patel. For those unfamiliar with Bell Let’s Talk, the initiative funds Canadian mental health initiatives and organizations all year long that are creating positive change in their communities each and every day.  Patel is a model turned actress, filmmaker, activist and mental health advocate who leads the way with Bell's L...

Are you walking around stressed-out and often beating yourself up? Are you unable to make the changes you know will be good for you? Do you feel stuck? Do you realize you have the power to change your thoughts? This week, we check out "Writing with Authors" to discuss a book that can help many, Everything is PERFECT, Just not ME!: A Roadmap to Self-Acceptance, with author Jane Tornatore....

Happy Weekend! What will we discuss this week? Surviving burnout and prevention Life as an essential worker Mommy Guilt How to improve your health through lifestyle changes, The importance of sleep, and so much more! By way of background, E. Benita Varnado, MD (a/k/a "Dr. V")  completed her Ob/Gyn residency at Tulane University in New Orleans, LA. After almost 20 years of service, she is...

Happy New Year! Have you heard about Going to School? After graduating with degrees in Bachelor of Science in Finance and Master of Business Administration, becoming an author was not the original plan for Lanci. Up until Going to School , he had written a mental health related book for each age group besides Mommy and Me. His upcoming book bundle completes Lanci’s mental health book series, Healt...

Some areas of discussion include: How being at 9/11 led him to Mental Health  How politics affect mental health What are Toxic medications What is low dose lithium How lithium helps mental health conditions Sudhir Gadh, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist with a private practice in Union Square, New York City. He is also a Commander in the US Navy Reserve and the Medical Director for the Center...

The Holidays are among us. The show wishes everyone warm and enjoyable season. Remember, take a deep breath when things are overwhelming. You will make it through!  “Purpose becomes Passion when it gets Personal” On 10/4/16 and again on 6/29/21, this became very personal for him. In a span of 5 years, he went from standing on top of the mountain to lying on his back at the bottom of the “abyss.” H...

Welcome to the show, Dr. J.J. Kelly - The Punk Rock Doc! Some areas of discussion include: Her mental health journey Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT ) Being authentic Contracts in recovery Feelings Sheets Favorite ways to improve her mental health Advice for anyone struggling This week's spotlight story at the halfway point will cover Process Group Therapy. Follow along here . Take a Deep...

Welcome to the show, Neil Kelders. Some areas of discussion include: His experiences with depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation How to adapt to new situations Give people a chance  Book ends- morning and night routines Trying different things until one sticks Acceptance, Talking, Knowing yourself This week's spotlight story at the halfway point will cover "5 Steps to Overcoming Suicidal...

Take a Deep Breath on A Mental Health Break - the podcast that normalizes the conversation around mental health. You are not alone. Which journey will resonate with you most? Catch up with weekly interviews aired since January 2020. To join the show, email PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.com. Welcome to the show, Dr. Mike Van Thielen. He is the Medical Director at ClariGenZ Health, an innovative medical com...

Happy Thanksgiving! As the holiday season may be exciting for some, it may also be very difficult for others. Host Vincent A. Lanci would like to remind you all that YOU ARE NOT ALONE. The show ends with a message from show partner Tampa Counseling and Wellness. Phone and Text Resources National Suicide Prevention Lifeline : 1-800-273-8255 Crisis Text Line : Text NAMI to 741-741 to connect with a...

This week on A Mental Health Break, we will dive into Host Vincent A. Lanci's other podcast series. Welcome to the Season 9 Premiere of "That Entrepreneur Show" https://www. VincentALanci.com/ . Whether you are looking to start or scale your business, this is the show for you. Lanci interviews the founder of a different company from around the world on each episode. You never know w...

Take a Deep Breath on A Mental Health Break - the podcast that normalizes the conversation around mental health. You are not alone. Which journey will resonate with you most? Catch up with weekly interviews aired since January 2020. To join the show, email PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.com. Welcome to the show, Dr. Cammy Froude, or better known as, "Dr. Cammy"! Cammy is a PhD, licensed therapist...

Welcome back to A Mental Health Break. It is time for another Solo Episode with Host Vincent A. Lanci. Here are some areas of discussion this week: -When to turn off and rest -Overloading yourself -Mental Health Breaks -Social Media Breaks -Updates on 3 Book Releases: Mommy and Me, Early Reader, and Contributing Author to Teresa Velardi's latest book. Take a Deep Breath on A Mental Health Bre...

Some areas discussed in Teresa Velardi's show include: -The most important things she does to take care of her mental health -Advice for anyone struggling -Her mental health journey -When she first decided to speak on her mental health -Trauma bonds -Overcoming an abusive relationship -What is Writing Intervention? How does writing improve your mental health? -Gratitude -Intentional breaks -L...

Some areas discussed in Michael's Welcome Back Episode   include: -What is one thing you learned about your mental health during the pandemic? -What is your favorite thing to do that is good for your mental health? -What advice do you have for anyone out there who is going through a tough time? -Deciding to feel better and see where that leads you to -Don’t be a victim to feelings -Listening...

Dylan is here to share his mental health journey to inspire you all to push through the challenging times in your life. He was faced with the adversity of losing a few family members while growing up and still, is able to succeed to enormous boundaries. He found himself on TV on the Bachelor and then Bachelor in Paradise in 2014. Present day, he is crushing it as a CPA and an Advisor at a public a...

After the tireless work of searching high and low for a healthy, loving relationship, it is time to turn the search within to become more empowered so you can be available for success in romance. Preparing for the Jungle: Avoiding Snakes and Pitfalls on the Path to Healthy Love - Tami Kiekhaefer on Writing with Authors. Check out the full video here . If you enjoy the show, be sure to click the su...

According to Tomi, we have the freedom to create who we want to be. She will discuss these areas and much more: -What is Emotional Intelligence? -Will Smith and Chris Rock: What this had to do with their emotional imprints -How she overcame gaps in mental development from fevers as a child -How to overcome feeling “less than” -Channeling anger -Why being curious improves your mental health -Catego...

After spending her  first 5 years in Japanese Buddhist family, Dr. Rita Brock entered the US military world with her stepfather. After struggling to understand a world that was different from her Japanese Buddhist upbringing, she made many changes in life. Tune-in to find out. She will discuss these areas and so much more: -Starting over -How to deal with shock -How to deal with hatred -Why having...

Happy National Yoga Awareness Month! Whether you are an experienced Yogi, new, or just want to learn more, this is the show for you! We are rejoined by Yoga and Mindfulness Instructor and Cookie Doughga Author, Margot Harris. She will discuss these areas and so much more: -What is Yoga -What led her to Yoga -Different types of Yoga -Why she teaches Yoga Meet Margot: I love to help children and fam...

Wes Woodson is the author of the international selling book "I Have Anxiety, So What?", and travels the country inspiring students to feel more comfortable talking about mental health. This episode will give you a look into Host Vincent A. Lanci's YouTube series, Writing with Authors . When he is not speaking, Wes is the founder and chief storyteller of thehidden company , a mental...

This week's show will take a look into Host Vincent A. Lanci's other podcast series, That Entrepreneur Show. To subscribe and listen to more episodes, click here . 40+ years of the highest highs and the lowest lows have created a context for my perspective on what's genuinely possible for individuals seeking their optimal lives. I regard myself as a mentor and a time accelerator for...

Hi, I’m Jane Tornatore, PhD. I learned early on that if I didn’t accept myself for who I was, I would quickly get lost in being there for everyone else. When I was in grad school, in one of the top marriage and family therapy programs in the country, I noticed that half of the professors were divorced, and most of my fellow students were clinically depressed and/or anxious. I knew I needed to do s...