Rising From Rock Bottom with Kevin Humphreys
Mental health is a topic rarely discussed openly and so when we are going through our darkest times, it can feel insurmountable to ask for help. Poor mental health can become debilitating if left unaddressed, which unfortunately is the case for so many people, especially men. As a result, depression, anxiety and suicide are on the rise but there is always help available. Although it can feel hard to reach out sometimes, when we do speak out we discover that our issues are not uncommon and that others before us have been through the very same thing. There are a variety of sources available to help support us through our darkest times - there is always a solution. In this episode, Boo and Sean sit down with Ex-Army Officer, rescue helicopter pilot and mental health ambassador, Kevin Humphreys to discuss mental health and the reasons why we need to speak up. This is an extremely powerful episode aimed to support anyone, but in particular men, who are struggling with depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts. Kevin Humphreys has hit rock bottom and developed transformational ways to climb his way out of it. Suffering from post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression and anxiety caused Kevin to turn his pain inwards and close off, and today he is here to encourage you to never do the same. His message is awe-inspiring, empowering and life-changing for anyone who needs a helping hand. Kevin shares how anyone is susceptible to mental illness and explains how it is an issue that affects men and women across all industries. He details the specifics of his mental health journey including overcoming his guilt and shame towards his mental health struggles. In this episode you will learn powerful tools to change the way you talk to yourself and perspective shifts that can guide you out of your darkest times. Listen to the full show here.