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.
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Mar 2, 2020 • 1h 18min
RICCI-LEE HOTZ MS RDN- NUTRITION, WEIGHT LOSS AND EATING DISORDERS
Today Nutritionist Dietician Ricci-Lee Hotz shares: why there are there two different strategies for losing weight and maintaining weight; how to eat carbs; soluble vs insoluble fiber; why all foods fit into a healthy lifestyle; what a balanced diet really looks like; emotional vs physical hunger; how to set small attainable goals.WEBSITE: www.denversdancingdietician.comIG: @denvers_dancing_dietitian
Feb 24, 2020 • 1h 6min
NEUROSCIENCE OF SUICIDALITY
In this episode Leo discusses how to alleviate mental pain and hopelessness.
Feb 17, 2020 • 1h 3min
STEFANIE "BUNNY" JILLIAN: YOGA THERAPY AND TRAUMA
Yoga therapist, Stefanie Jillian, joins me to discuss: healing from trauma, sleep hacks panic attacks. FOR HELP: TEXT 741741
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)
