Jen speaks with Lisa Sugarman, a mental health advocate and author, about her personal journey through loss and grief, and how it has shaped her work in suicide prevention and mental health advocacy. Lisa shares her experiences as a survivor of suicide loss, the importance of writing as a healing tool and her involvement with organizations like The Trevor Project and the Help Hub. They discuss the power of community, the significance of sharing personal stories and the mission behind Lisa's podcast, The Survivors - which aims to break the stigma surrounding mental health issues.

Key Takeaways:
-Personal loss can lead to a powerful advocacy journey.
-Community and connection are vital in mental health support.
-The Trevor Project provides essential crisis support for LGBTQ youth.
-The Help Hub offers a comprehensive resource for mental health.
-Holding space for others is a privilege in crisis counseling.
-You don't have to be suicidal to reach out for help.

Episode Highlights:
[05:39] The Impact of Grief and the Process of Healing
[09:24] The Power of Writing as a Coping Mechanism
[16:44] The Evolution of Lisa's Writing and New Projects
[19:55] Finding Purpose in Advocacy and Community Engagement
[31:53] The Trevor Project: A Lifeline for LGBTQ Youth
[39:41] The Art of Holding Space for Others
[45:52] The Survivors Podcast: Breaking the Stigma
[52:03] The Help Hub: A Resource for Mental Health
[58:17] Honoring Those We've Lost Through Advocacy

Resources Mentioned:
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) https://www.nami.org/
The HelpHUB™ https://www.thehelphub.co/
The Trevor Project https://www.thetrevorproject.org/
The Survivors Podcast https://thesurvivors.net/

Connect:
Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thelisasugarman
YouTube http://www.youtube.com/@thehelphubonyoutube
TikTok http://www.tiktok.com/@thehelphubontiktok
Instagram http://www.instagram.com/thehelphub.co
LinkedIn http://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-sugarman-she-her-hers-16925b69/

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