Before You Kill Yourself: a suicide prevention podcast.

On today's episode we discuss: the problem with self-help books; 3 different types of journaling; why you should use all of the colors in the crayon box; what a snow globe can teach you about meditation; innovative ways to socialize; how to be your own cheerleader. Leo also shares what book he's currently reading: Moby Dick https://www.amazon.com/Moby-Global-Classics-Herman-Melville/dp/1978118333/...

On today's episode Leo talks about turning 43, survivor's guilt and the 14 effective ways to manage anxiety.

Today, I have Allen Wagner LMFT, to discuss his new book, "Married Roommates." He co-wrote it with his wife, Talia Wagner LMFT. We discuss: fostering intimacy relationships; 3 stages of life; the 5:1 rule for greatness; what nagging is a symptom of; stay-at-home parents; the key to becoming unstuck; creating healthy habits; and what to do when every conversation is just reminders. Suicide Preventi...

Today I have Mia Turner, MA., AMFT, who currently works with an underserved middle school doing individual, group and family therapy. We discuss: her survival story and mental health journey; her safety plan; mindfulness and aromatherapy for healing; de-stigmatizing mental health; trauma and PTSD; intersections of diversity and privilege and being cisgender; online dating; art therapy. Suicid...

Today I talk with Chris Brown who is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist at Kaiser. We discussed: radical acceptance; emotional literacy; how to participate during conflict; why "ands" are better than "or;" how to be heard; how to listen to your children; why isolation is the enemy; how Chris battled back from depression; and why singing is your friend even if you're a horrible singer. You ca...

On today's episode we discuss Olympic cyclist Kelly Catlin; CTE (head trauma) and managing the symptoms; the importance of letting go; why people cheat; and daily routines to manage your emotions. Links to: Esther Perel's book, "Mating In Captivity." https://www.amazon.com/Mating-Captivity-Unlocking-Erotic-Intelligence/dp/0060753641/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1S35GM40GPE04&keywords=mating+in+captivity+es...

On today's episode, we discuss: 5 ways to get rid of student loan debt Our 6 basic needs and how they effect our financial decisions 4 things to consider if you're feeling overwhelmed by debt What is the most important thing to accumulating wealth? Leo also shares a story about a friend who was on the ledge and is now rebuilding their life.

Today we discuss: successful suicidal preventions for teens, military personnel, elderly and society at large the effect of drinking water on suicide cognitive behavioral therapy what is a depressive care manager https://journalistsresource.org/home/suicide-prevention-research-on-successful-interventions/

On today's episode, former Air Force Special Ops and now father of a 12 year old daughter, joins me. We discuss: how to raise a 12 year old daughter the mindset that saved his life struggles with depression and anxiety thriving after divorce hiking 160 miles effects of quitting medication cold turkey how to lead serving during 9/11 finding out your limits

Comedian, Erik Griffin, joins me to discuss: coping skills, setting boundaries and the perils of an exaggerated sense of responsibility. If you want go from feeling hopeless to hopeful, lonely to connected and like a burden to a blessing, then go to 1-on-1 coaching, go to  www.thrivewithleo.com . Let’s get to tomorrow, together.  Suicide Prevention Center (Los Angeles) 877-727-4747...

On today's episode, Dr. Lee Bare, a Children's Psychologist, married and mother of 3 boys, joins me. We discuss: how to be heard and seen how to cope when your needs aren't being met why bipolar is sometimes misdiagnosed as adhd how depression shows up differently in children than adults how scheduling alleviates depressive symptoms how to talk about death

Today, the brilliant and funny, Chloe Hilliard joins me. She is a journalist turned stand-up comedian and author. Her new book, "F Your Diet: And other lies my thighs tell me" are available for pre-order on Amazon. We discuss: how to handle bullies the magical powers of reiki why Leo should stop wearing all black the difference between saying "I want to die" vs "I want to kill myself" standing out...

On today's episode, psychotherapist, Aaron Good joins me. We discuss: how to validate thoughts of suicide practicing compassionate communication i how Donald Duck can save your life Ecotherapy and it's uses for well-being why we need plants in classrooms what pictures you should have on your wall and as screensavers how to improve focus and concentration the importance of stockpiling resilience Aa...

We cover a lot in this episode: movies to watch and not watch on Valentine's Day Ronda Rousey news how to never eat alone how a Game of Thrones saved a life 14 ways to spend Valentines Day if you're alone Suicide Prevention Center (Los Angeles) 877-727-4747 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-TALK [800-273-8255] 1-800-SUICIDE [800-784-2433] Teen Line (Los Angeles) 800-852-8336 The Trevor...

Leo Flowers talks about: contributing factors to Kristoff St. John completing suicide how to process celebrity suicide how to cope with your child taking their life how to help someone who has lost their child how to move with your grief, not past your grief how to find meaning in your grief

We talk about: Leo calling the cops on a friend for a 5150 how to handle perfectionism childhood sources of perfectionism perfectionistic thinking and behaviors power of redemption

We review the book, "Suicidal: Why We Kill Ourvelves," by Jesse Bering. The books discusses: six stages of suicidality why "only" is a dangerous four letter word dangers of demonizing self while idealizing others advice for parents with children who have suicidal thoughts

Comedian Butch Bradley talks about: coping with the loss of his brother what stopped him from jumping off his building feeling lonely in Asia how long it takes to understand a language what he does on his "mental health days." why he doesn't work out to lose weight how the word "just" promotes drinking too much Go to www.butchbradleycomedy.com to see more from him. Suicide Prevention Center (Los A...

Leo Flowers talks about how leave places, people and situations that may be contributing to our suicidal ideations: acknowledge the love leave even if things are good stop waiting for the situation to change accept your part for the relationship leave things better than you found them let yourself grieve set goals, but release attachment to outcome have support groups ready be honest separate the...

Leo Flowers discusses centenarians...people who live to be 100. How do they exercise? What is downshifting? Why is important that you do your homework? What do they eat? Is it nature or nurture? Why you should never overestimate your future happiness? The importance of your tribe What is just as dangerous as smoking?

Leo Flowers talks about how to cope with feelings of being a burden whether in a relationship, at work or on a team. Medical, financial or social reasons can make us feel like a burden. Included is a very powerful question to ask if you feel like a burden. He also discusses how Steven Tyler, singer from Aerosmith, has stayed sober.

Myself and the hilarious Mia Jackson talk about how to laugh at yourself to cope with stress and depression. We even talk about actress Sarah Hyland (Modern Family) and how she's dealt with suicidal ideation.

Leo Flowers reads an obituary and discusses what we can learn from them. Then shares nine ways to prevent drug relapse.

Robert Greene's new book, The Laws of Human Nature, discuss how aggression can be channeled in positive ways. For instance, we can be creatively, spiritually and socially aggressive. We can also use aggression to manage our depression. SOCIAL MEDIA AND MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES: Military veteran app: https://www.objectivezero.org/ Suicide Prevention Center (Los Angeles) 877-727-4747 National Suicide...

Today we discuss why we feel lonely sometimes and the cure for it.