Before You Kill Yourself: a suicide prevention podcast.

If you enjoyed episode 33 with Allen Wagner, then you'll love this episode with his wife, Talia Wagner, also a Marriage and Family Therapist. We discuss their new book: Married Roommates: How To Go From A Relationship That Just Survives To A Relationship That Thrives. You'll learn how to:Communicate effectively without assumptions and misinterpretationsResolve conflict by avoiding fighting or escalationGain the tools to stop the disrespect, jabs and low blowsMaintain attraction, intimacy and sexCreate new routines and reinvigorate the stale parts of your relationshipPrioritize one another and work as a teamClick link to order the book:https://www.amazon.com/Married-Roommates-Relationship-Survives-Marriage-ebook/dp/B07PZDZG4J/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=married+roommates&qid=1554395523&s=gateway&sr=8-1Suicide Prevention Center (Los Angeles)877-727-4747National Suicide Prevention Lifeline800-273-TALK [800-273-8255]1-800-SUICIDE [800-784-2433]Teen Line (Los Angeles)800-852-8336The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)866-488-7386National Domestic Violence Hotline800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]Crisis Text LineText "Connect" to 741741 in the USALifeline Chathttps://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

" In preparing for battle I have always found that plans are useless, but planning is indispensable."- Dwight D. Eisenhower.In today's episode, we discuss: how to create a 7-part detailed, suicide safety plan by identifying triggers; reasons to live; creating a safe environment and many others..Here is a link to start your safety plan:https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support/beyondnow-suicide-safety-planning/create-beyondnow-safety-plan.Suicide Prevention Center (Los Angeles)877-727-4747National Suicide Prevention Lifeline800-273-TALK [800-273-8255]1-800-SUICIDE [800-784-2433]Teen Line (Los Angeles)800-852-8336The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)866-488-7386National Domestic Violence Hotline800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]Crisis Text LineText "Connect" to 741741 in the USALifeline Chathttps://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

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 Dickhttps://www.amazon.com/Moby-Global-Classics-Herman-Melville/dp/1978118333/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=moby+dick&qid=1554097382&s=gateway&sr=8-5Suicide Prevention Center (Los Angeles)877-727-4747National Suicide Prevention Lifeline800-273-TALK [800-273-8255]1-800-SUICIDE [800-784-2433]Teen Line (Los Angeles)800-852-8336The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)866-488-7386National Domestic Violence Hotline800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]Crisis Text LineText "Connect" to 741741 in the USALifeline Chathttps://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

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 Prevention Center (Los Angeles)877-727-4747National Suicide Prevention Lifeline800-273-TALK [800-273-8255]1-800-SUICIDE [800-784-2433]Teen Line (Los Angeles)800-852-8336The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)866-488-7386National Domestic Violence Hotline800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]Crisis Text LineText "Connect" to 741741 in the USALifeline Chathttps://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

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.Suicide Prevention Center (Los Angeles)877-727-4747National Suicide Prevention Lifeline800-273-TALK [800-273-8255]1-800-SUICIDE [800-784-2433]Teen Line (Los Angeles)800-852-8336The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)866-488-7386National Domestic Violence Hotline800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]Crisis Text LineText "Connect" to 741741 in the USALifeline Chathttps://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

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 can email Chris: chris@chrisbrown.orgHere's a link to the book Chris mentioned: https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B009UW5X4C&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_JsRJCb1D8Y1RV

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+esther+perel&qid=1552372586&s=gateway&sprefix=mating+in+cap%2Caps%2C185&sr=8-1As promised, a link to international suicide hotlines:http://ibpf.org/resource/list-international-suicide-hotlinesSuicide Prevention Center (Los Angeles)877-727-4747National Suicide Prevention Lifeline800-273-TALK [800-273-8255]1-800-SUICIDE [800-784-2433]Teen Line (Los Angeles)800-852-8336The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth Hotline)866-488-7386National Domestic Violence Hotline800-799-SAFE [800-799-7233]Crisis Text LineText "Connect" to 741741 in the USALifeline Chathttps://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/

On today's episode, we discuss: 5 ways to get rid of student loan debtOur 6 basic needs and how they effect our financial decisions4 things to consider if you're feeling overwhelmed by debtWhat 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 largethe effect of drinking water on suicidecognitive behavioral therapywhat is a depressive care managerhttps://journalistsresource.org/home/suicide-prevention-research-on-successful-interventions/