Before You Kill Yourself: a suicide prevention podcast.
Leo Flowers
When the pain feels unbearable and we feel alone in our suffering this podcast will sit with you. Let's rediscover our purpose, reduce our pain and regain our sense of belonging. Join comedian Leo Flowers M.A. as he shares his own journey through suicidality, interviews guests with lived experiences and discusses with experts on how to escape the flames and create a life worth living.
Episodes
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Feb 10, 2020 • 1h 6min
DAVE MARLON: ADDICTION, COPENDENCY AND MANICURES
Dave Marlon, joins me today to discuss: addiction, codependency and why you should get a mani/pedi. IF YOU NEED HELP, TEXT: 741741 CALL: 1-800-SUICIDE
Feb 3, 2020 • 1h 59min
BILL EMMEL: WARRIORS SUICIDE PREVENTION FOUNDATION
Bill Emmel joins us today to discuss the Warriors Suicide Prevention Foundation in Las Vegas; jiujitsu; equine therapy; neurofeedback and so much more. Other organizations mentioned: 22 Warriors, Brain Health Warriors, and American War Mothers. TEXT: 741741 if you need someone to talk to or call 1-800-SUICIDE
Jan 27, 2020 • 36min
7 WAYS TO COPE WITH CHRONIC PAIN
Oftentimes, we can feel alone dealing with our chronic pain. Today we discuss chronic pain statistics that will make us all feel connected and seven ways to cope with chronic pain.
Jan 20, 2020 • 1h 4min
10 REASONS PEOPLE ATTEMPT SUICIDE
On today's episode Leo discusses: ten reasons people complete suicide and the antidote for each one. If you are in a crisis please call: 1-800-SUICIDE (784-2433) or 1-800-273-TALK (8255)You can also text the crisis line, text “START” TO 741-741Link to article referenced in this episode: https://www.verywellmind.com/why-do-people-commit-suicide-1067515Colin O'Brady's book: "The Impossible First: From Fire to Ice-Crossing Antarctica Alone."
Jan 13, 2020 • 1h 27min
ANTHONY CHILES: IMPROVE COMMUNICATION AND INTIMACY
Today actor and author, Anthony Chiles joins me to discuss: lessons from pre-marital counseling; how to communicate better with your spouse; inner and outer circle of values; overcoming a "savior complex".Go to www.thrivewithleo.com for 1-on1 coaching.
Jan 6, 2020 • 1h 8min
CARMEN MARGAZIOTIS: HOW TO REDUCE STRESS AND ANXIETY
Today, Holistic Anxiety and Stress Relief Expert, Carmen Margaziotis joins me to discuss: post-partum depression; sleep hacks; acupuncture treatment; relationship ghosting; caffeine alternatives; discovering the superhero inside and how to ask yourself productive questions instead of torture questions and much, much more. Carmen's website: www.carmenmagarzi.comCarmen's IG: @carmenmargaziSUICIDE HOTLINE: 1-800-SUICIDE
Dec 30, 2019 • 1h 20min
MEREDITH GROOMS: CLOSE THE DISTANCE
Meredith Grooms joins me to discuss:Her Love language;What quality time meansHow to be relatable…super relatableKey to being authenticHow to get people to respond on dating appsHow to improve time managementHow to be a champion for selfHow to work through self doubtWhy “we’re stronger together.” Why she hangs up on her parents1-800- SUICIDE (273-8255)
Dec 23, 2019 • 57min
QURON FENLAYSON: GO FROM OVERWHELMED TO OVERJOYED
Today's guest is Quron Fenlayson. We discuss how he overcame being evicted more than 6x's with his wife and three children, to now being a successful and thriving entrepreneur.
Dec 16, 2019 • 1h 16min
KENDRICK CHAVEZ: BE INSPIRED BY YOUR OWN POTENTIAL
Today's guest is author and fitness leader, Kendrick Chavez. We discuss: his passion for ending childhood obesity; his struggles with shyness; how to light yourself; the best time to meditate; green juice recipe; how to journal; how to be a creative badass; how to get inspired by your own potential; how to become a superhero; how to get out of your own way; the truth about gifted and talented schools; why no one is disabled and his new book, MILLENIUM MOMENTUM. KENDRICK CHAVEZ IG: SUICIDE PREVENTION: 1-800-273-8255CONTACT ME: beforeyoukillyourself@yahoo.com
Dec 9, 2019 • 1h 5min
ABRAHAM LINCOLN: HOW DEPRESSION CAN FUEL GREATNESS
I discuss ten takeaways from the book, "Lincoln's Melancholy: How Depression Challenged a President and Fueled His Greatness." Contact me: beforeyoukillyourself@yahoo.comSuicide Hotline: 1-800-SUICIDE
