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Before You Kill Yourself: a suicide prevention podcast.

Leo Flowers
Mental Health
Suicide Prevention
Depression
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Fulfillment
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Addiction Recovery
Recovery
Anxiety
Success
Personal Development
Chronic Pain
Trauma
Personal Growth
Work-Life Balance
Social Pressure
Imposter Syndrome
Trauma Recovery
PTSD
Comparison

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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Latest Episodes

I’m taking a short hiatus from the podcast to rest and reset. In the meantime, I encourage you to stay connected to at least one person, keep a small daily routine, and revisit the few episodes that truly helped you instead of consuming everything at... more

When someone says, “Everyone would be better off without me,” it sounds selfless — but what if it’s a distortion built on the wrong currency of worth? In this episode, we unpack the hidden assumptions behind that belief, from perceived burdensomeness... more

What does it mean to feel like the outsider in your own family — the one who gets blamed, ignored, or quietly cast as “the problem”? In this episode, we explore the psychology of scapegoating, why families assign roles, and how to stop seeking valida... more

Is the real crisis today economic — or architectural? In this episode, we challenge the idea that loneliness and despair come from a broken ladder of upward mobility. What if the problem isn’t that we can’t climb… but that we were taught to measure o... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Diane Kaufman
Medical doctor and mental health advocate who has transformed her struggles with suicidality into art and advocacy.
Episode: Creativity to Connection to reduce suicidality
Lauren Henry Brehm
Author of The French Court Essays from One Family's Legacy of Mental Illness
Episode: Lauren Henry Brehm: Suicide attempt, OCD and Autism Spectrum Disorder
Jess Feliciano
Listener and hot yoga practitioner who shares her journey with chronic suicidality
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Episode: Jess Feliciano: From suicide attempts to loving myself
Tony Stark
A veteran who has battled drug addiction and survived multiple suicide attempts.
Author of "Tony Stark: The Man Behind the Name"
Episode: Tony Stark: 3 suicide attempts
Joshua Howe
Author of War Body, a Marine Sniper in the Hidden Violence of Modern Warfare.
Episode: WARBODY: A MARINE SNIPER AND THE HIDDEN VIOLENCE OF WARFARE
Alexander Lemons
Military veteran and co-author discussing experiences with trauma and toxic exposure.
Episode: WARBODY: A MARINE SNIPER AND THE HIDDEN VIOLENCE OF WARFARE
Dr. Eran Magen
Assistant Clinical Professor at Yale School of Medicine, founder of parentingforhumans.com and divorcingdads.org.
Yale University
Episode: Dr. Eran Magen - Divorcing Dads and Suicide
Brooke Feldman
A self-love coach empowering others to transform their relationship with themselves.
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Episode: Brooke Feldman: Self-Love
Brian Reisinger
Author of Land Rich, Cash Poor, My Family's Hope, and the Untold History of the Disappearing American Farmer
Episode: Brian Reisinger - Land Rich, Cash Poor (Farmer Suicides)

Host

Leo Flowers
Host and comedian who shares his journey through suicidality and mental health, inviting guests with lived experiences and experts to explore topics related to mental health.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 463 ratings
  • Thank you

    Your calm, steady voice combined with your wisdom and empathy have been a source of hope and strength for me. Keep doing the good work! Thank you!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mybabyandmore
    United States6 months ago
  • Thank you!

    This has become a tool I use to calm myself. I appreciate the practical advice like the journaling, exercise, reading, and meditation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CitiBike Ap
    United States6 months ago
  • 100% helpful

    Thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Goldie Stardust
    United States6 months ago
  • Already laughing (is that ok?!)

    Know this isn’t meant to be funny, but if you can’t laugh you do cry. Listening to the first ep having found it, and the opening bit about trigger warning did make me giggle. Much needed. Your smooth voice and subtle jokes have already lifted me out of deep patch. Thanks Leo. X

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nads R91
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • You’re doing good work

    Accidentally stumbled across his podcast being a survivor and someone who struggles with depression knowing that there’s a community that is more than willing to listen and help. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    252 outdoors
    United Statesa year ago

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Some feedback points to a few episodes not resonating or a divergence from serious topics, but overall sentiment tends to be positive.
Listeners value the authentic narrative style, which combines humor with important mental health conversations.
The host's ability to connect humor with serious subjects has made the podcast relatable and engaging.
Many find comfort and hope from the real stories shared, feeling less alone in their struggles.
Listeners appreciate the candid and compassionate discussions surrounding mental health.

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Power of Purpose
Q: What battle are you avoiding that might actually bring you to life?
Listeners are encouraged to reflect on challenges they might be neglecting that could lead to a more fulfilled life.
Power of Purpose
Q: What are you built for?
Listeners are prompted to consider if they are built for comfort or purpose.
Lauren Henry Brehm: Suicide attempt, OCD and Autism Spectrum Disorder
Q: What are some of the ways you cope now with big emotions?
I try to take a few minutes to just calm myself down, and when stressed, I use cannabis to help me take stock of my feelings.
Lauren Henry Brehm: Suicide attempt, OCD and Autism Spectrum Disorder
Q: How did you end up coping?
I immediately found a therapist and went into a day program, which helped me learn that my reactions weren't abnormal but that I needed better tools to cope with my emotions.
Lauren Henry Brehm: Suicide attempt, OCD and Autism Spectrum Disorder
Q: Did you make an attempt on your part?
Yes, I did make an attempt in 2010 after a series of significant losses and uncertainty in my life.

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The content features discussions that emphasize the importance of mental health, providing listeners with practical tools and strategies to navigate their emotional struggles. Key themes include self-care, emotional regulation, battling stigma around mental illness, and the exploration of personal narratives. Unique perspectives from guests with lived experiences contribute to fostering a community of understanding and support. The host combines humor with sensitivity, creating an engaging atmosphere that encourages open dialogues about often-taboo subjects surrounding mental health and suicidal ideation, making it a potentially vital resource for anyone struggling with similar challenges or looking to support others in their journeys.

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