David Harris

Navigating a Broken Vessel

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Finding real peace in the middle of the storm shouldn't feel like a solo voyage. Hosted by David Harris, PhD, Navigating a Broken Vessel is a podcast for Latter-day Saints managing the complexities of Major Depressive Disorder, ADHD, and Anxiety. We move past simple "Sunday School answers" to explore the intersection of clinical science and the Atonement of Jesus Christ. Whether you are a "high-achiever" struggling to unmask or a loved one seeking understanding, join us as we navigate faith and mental health with honesty, hope, and purpose. You aren't sailing alone.

Be sure to visit the podcast's website and support the creator: www.navigatingabrokenvessel.com

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David Harris

Episodes

006 -- Gone Too Soon 03.03.2026 43:35

In this deeply personal and moving episode of Navigating a Broken Vessel, host Dave Harris sits down with his sister-in-law, Ashley Harris, to explore a journey of sudden joy followed by unimaginable trial. Ashley shares the whirlwind story of meeting and marrying Dave’s brother, Ken—a man known for his quick wit and infectious humor. Their "blended" life was a beautiful chaos of nine ch...

005 -- Death and Trials 24.02.2026 35:12

In this deeply personal episode of Navigating a Broken Vessel , Dave opens up about a staggering seven-year stretch that has fundamentally altered his family’s landscape. From the sudden loss of his father in a freak accident to the passing of two brothers and the life-altering injuries of another, Dave reflects on a series of tragedies that would leave anyone asking, "Who’s next?" But this isn't...

004 -- Out of the Depths: From Opioid Addiction to Therapist 16.02.2026 28:39

In this episode of Navigating a Broken Vessel , host Dave Harris sits down with Derek Barney , a Licensed Professional Clinical Mental Health Counselor and owner of A Way Back Counseling . Derek opens up about his powerful personal journey, from battling a severe pain pill addiction and a life-altering arrest to finding healing through the support of others. Now a professional counselor, he shares...

003 -- Capable of Doing Better 09.02.2026 36:16

Have you ever felt the crushing weight of unmet expectations? In this episode of Navigating a Broken Vessel , host Dave Harris dives deep into a phrase that has echoed throughout his life since seventh grade: "Capable of doing better" . Dave shares a vulnerable and honest look at his journey from being a "study hall" regular in elementary school to struggling with a 1.87 GPA in high school. He ref...

002 --- Navigating a Broken Vessel: Dave & Shelly 02.02.2026 36:12

In this episode of Navigating a Broken Vessel , host Dave Harris is joined by a very special guest: his wife, Shelly. Together, they pull back the curtain on their 26-year journey, starting with the (highly debated) story of how they first met at an Institute of Religion "Dating and Courtship" class. The conversation dives deep into the realities of maintaining a marriage while managing mental hea...

001 --- Navigating a Broken Vessel: Introduction 26.01.2026 11:38

Links to references in the episode:The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/Ether 12:27 (Book of Mormon scripture): https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/bofm/ether/12?lang=eng&id=p27#p27 Elder Jeffrey R. Holland's talk titled "Like a Broken Vessel": https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2013/10/like-a-broken-ves...