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mental health, community support, family dynamics, Steamboat, personal journey, suicide awareness, emotional resilience, COVID-19 impact, mental health struggles, open conversations, mental health, stigma, bipolar disorder, grief, community support, medication, happiness, honest conversations, personal stories, resilience

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This conversation with hosts and guest Kelli Johnson explores the profound impact of mental health on individuals and families, highlighting the importance of community support, open dialogue, and the challenges faced during significant life changes. The guest talks openly about how a Bipolar diagnosis impacted her husbands suicide. The discussion emphasizes the need for understanding, compassion, and the normalization of conversations around mental health. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the complexities of mental health, particularly focusing on bipolar disorder and the stigma surrounding medication. They emphasize the importance of community support, open conversations about mental health, and the journey of navigating grief after losing a loved one. The discussion highlights the resilience of individuals and families in the face of adversity, the significance of creating safe spaces for dialogue, and the power of personal stories in inspiring change and healing.

Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Emotional Journey
02:57
Community Support and Connection
06:12
Life Before Steamboat: A Journey of Change
09:07
The Decision to Move to Steamboat
11:47
Navigating Career Changes and Challenges
15:10
The Impact of COVID-19 on Business
18:05
Struggles with Mental Health and Communication
20:58
Recognizing Signs of Mental Health Issues
24:05
The Complexity of Mental Health and Family Dynamics
27:00
The Importance of Open Conversations
29:59
The Aftermath of Loss and Moving Forward
34:36
Breaking the Stigma of Mental Health Medications
37:06
The Importance of Community Support
40:40
Understanding Bipolar Disorder and Its Challenges
42:59
Navigating Grief and Loss
45:57
Choosing Happiness Amidst Grief
50:06
Creating a Safe and Supportive Home Environment
53:01
The Power of Honest Conversations
56:57
Inspiring Change Through Personal Stories

https://linktr.ee/healingunscripted

Resources
Suicide & Crisis 988
https://www.forgingnewlives.com/

Recovery Pastor Zack Alexander zack@steamboatchristian.com
Regeneration 12 Step https://steamboat.church/events/

Nele Cashmore
ncashmore@ncchealthpartnership.org
(970) 875-6662
https://thehealthpartnership.org/routt-county/

https://www.steamboataa.org/
Mindsprings 970-879-2141
REPS 970-846-8182 linktr.ee/repssteamboat
Substance abuse 800-662-HELP
https://www.travishouse.org/
https://lovelifesteamboat.com/about