A Mental Health Break

For the estimated 2.8 million people living with multiple sclerosis (MS) worldwide, the disease can be unpredictable, causing a significant burden not only on those living with it but also on their families and loved ones. Join us for an inspirational show with Julie Stamm, a mother, author, and advocate living with MS since 2007, and her husband, Adam. In this episode, you'll discover: The turning point she asked for helpAdvice for support systemsFocusing nowCommitment and Resilience Meet Our Guests Julie A. Stamm, diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2007, has dedicated her life to educating, advocating, and supporting those with chronic illnesses. Her global work with physicians, patients, and foundations has helped lessen the burdens of those affected. After the birth of her son in 2016, Julie focused on supporting children of parents with chronic illnesses, writing the children’s book Some Days: A Tale of Love, Ice Cream, and My Mom’s Chronic Illness to normalize diverse abilities. In 2023, she co-created 52 Essential Inclusion Skills with Dr. Jenny Woo, a guide promoting kindness, compassion, and respect for all abilities. Julie’s mission has reshaped conversations around chronic illness, highlighting resilience and advocating for the underrepresented. Adam Romsdahl is a dedicated advocate, father, and special education paraprofessional passionate about healthcare and community support. He met his wife, Julie Stamm, in 2013. From the beginning, Adam became a steadfast supporter in her journey, standing by her side in advocacy and raising awareness for multiple sclerosis. Together, they welcomed their son, Jack, in 2016, who has become a source of inspiration and joy for the family. Adam’s commitment to his family and his work as a disability advocate reflects his deep dedication to resilience, inclusivity, and creating a positive impact in his community. Support the show Have a question for the host or guest? Are you looking to become a show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com to get connected. CRISIS LINE: DIAL 988 This show is brought to you by Coming Alive Podcast Production. Check out their course, book, and services today.

Before the year ends, we have a few more incredible guests heading your way! This week, Doug White discusses: Experiences with PTSDPistol in his hand… Decision to makeSleep disturbanceFinding peace when you reach retirementKey Lessons from his story Meet Our Guest Doug White is a veteran and retired first responder with over 30 years of combined service. He wrote and published Hiding in Plain Sight: The Truth about Trauma, Service, and The Way Forward to fulfill a new mission: starting honest, necessary conversations about the challenges faced by veterans, first responders, and their families. These challenges emerge when a life of selfless service inevitably collides with the complex realities of the human condition. Through his book, Hiding in Plain Sight, and the Tell This Story platform, his mission is to create a space where voices are heard and hope is shared for those still hiding in plain sight. Each week on Tell This Story, he sits down with fellow veterans, first responders, and their loved ones to unpack these struggles through authentic storytelling and work together on finding a way forward. Support the show Have a question for the host or guest? Are you looking to become a show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com to get connected. CRISIS LINE: DIAL 988 This show is brought to you by Coming Alive Podcast Production. Check out their course, book, and services today.

Do you face immense stress from your career? A familiar face is here to help us manage! Join us as Garrett Delph discusses: ✨ The stress of providing for your family ✨ Work-related stress ✨ How your stress and your actions can affect others ✨ The aha moment: “this is no way to live.” ✨ Recognizing bad thoughts Delph first joined That Entrepreneur Show, and when Lanci learned of his willingness to share his journey, he invited him to the show. You can check out that show here. Garrett Delph brings over 25 years of expertise in optimizing and scaling businesses, focusing on creating operational frameworks that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance team performance. Support the show Have a question for the host or guest? Are you looking to become a show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com to get connected. CRISIS LINE: DIAL 988 This show is brought to you by Coming Alive Podcast Production. Check out their course, book, and services today.

Happy Thanksgiving! We are thankful that you listen each week to keep the show going. To celebrate the holiday, Vincent brought back show favorite Renzo Del Castillo! Enjoy the day with your loved ones, and happy listening. If you missed his first show, When Life Does the Unexpected, Keep Going, join the conversation here after you finish his Thanksgiving return. Support the show Have a question for the host or guest? Are you looking to become a show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com to get connected. CRISIS LINE: DIAL 988 This show is brought to you by Coming Alive Podcast Production. Check out their course, book, and services today.

Another mental health champion is here! This week, Miriam Jacobson shares: From victim to alchemist: Becoming the empowered protagonist in her life story impacted by the 9/11 attacks. Trauma and the gut: How regulating the nervous system and processing emotions can transform pain into health (a functional medicine perspective).Getting off the diet hamster wheel: Finding freedom and peace of mind around food and your body (this includes nutrition beyond weight loss and aesthetics and creating a more balanced mindset around diet, food, and exercise).Meet our guest Miriam is a triple board-certified Functional Medicine Dietitian with 15+ years of experience helping people transform their physical and mental well-being through food, mindset, lifestyle, breathwork, and somatic therapy. Her practice, Every Body Bliss, combines holistic healing with her personal journey of overcoming trauma, including losing her father to 9/11, surviving pollutants from the Twin Towers, and battling breast cancer. Miriam is writing a memoir on healing through trauma and specializes in addressing mystery symptoms like poor digestion, fatigue, and mood imbalances. A sought-after speaker on turning grief into health, Miriam has been featured in HuffPost, New York magazine, BuzzFeed, MindBodyGreen, HUM Nutrition, and Voyage LA. Support the show Have a question for the host or guest? Are you looking to become a show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com to get connected. CRISIS LINE: DIAL 988 This show is brought to you by Coming Alive Podcast Production. Check out their course, book, and services today.

Danielle Palli is a Nationally Board-Certified Positive Psychology & Mindfulness Coach, Multi-genre author & book coach, and multimedia content creator & presenter. She approaches life with playfulness, curiosity, and a sense of wonder. She has specialty certifications in emotional intelligence, MBTI personality types, trauma-informed coaching, metaphysical and spiritual studies, and relationship coaching. Danielle previously taught yoga, journaling, and meditation for 18+ years and continues to lead meditation and journaling workshops today. Currently, Palli works in the mental health space and is a contract coach for Spring Health and BetterUp. She also maintains a private practice through her company, Birdland Media Works. She also discusses: Growing up in a cult and warning signs of a cultHaving decisions made for you – leading to lack of confidenceOvercoming self-worth issuesFinding peaceSupport the show Have a question for the host or guest? Are you looking to become a show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com to get connected. CRISIS LINE: DIAL 988 This show is brought to you by Coming Alive Podcast Production. Check out their course, book, and services today.

Author of Fear Dynamics: Harnessing Fear and Anxiety to Create Lasting Happiness and Meaningful Achievement, Stephen’s journey from a childhood abuse survivor to a law firm partner exemplifies remarkable transformation. In this book, he introduces "Fear Dynamics Techniques," practical strategies to help readers conquer fear and anxiety. Fear Dynamics is both a memoir and a guide for personal growth, offering a powerful narrative and actionable insights for those dealing with past traumas. Also in discussion include: The things we do for our kids that we wouldn't do for ourselvesThe impact of anxiety in businessNormalize talking about anxiety and fear in relationships Think: am I acting rational, or is the other person acting irrational?Support the show Have a question for the host or guest? Are you looking to become a show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com to get connected. CRISIS LINE: DIAL 988 This show is brought to you by Coming Alive Podcast Production. Check out their course, book, and services today.

Before Host Vincent A. Lanci lost power in Hurricane Milton, he met up with three past guests for the show's 2nd Panel! Welcome back, Dr. Tomi Bryan, Michael LeBlanc, and Michael Parker. What are some areas they discussed in their return? Check out their solo shows after the episode to get to know them better! Dr. Tomi Bryan: https://www.buzzsprout.com/743867/episodes/11385297-what-is-emotional-intelligence-dr-tomi-white-bryan-shares-her-story Michael LeBlanc: https://www.buzzsprout.com/743867/episodes/9760651-a-big-move-coming-out-as-a-gay-man-overcoming-depression-with-michael-leblanc Michael Parker: https://www.buzzsprout.com/743867/episodes/10506126-second-chance-rehabilitation-with-suicide-survivor-and-inspiration-michael-parker Support the show Have a question for the host or guest? Are you looking to become a show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com to get connected. CRISIS LINE: DIAL 988 This show is brought to you by Coming Alive Podcast Production. Check out their course, book, and services today.

Meet our guest: Dr. Robb Kelly, PhD, is a renowned recovery expert focused on treating the root causes of addiction. He has appeared on shows like The Doctors, Good Morning Texas, and Kens5, and contributes to outlets like USA Today and The Jim Bohannon Show. He participated in Harvard's McLean Hospital study on mental illness stigma and hosts the Breaking Through Addiction podcast. Dr. Kelly created the "Let’s Get Back to 98% Recovery" DVDs used in prisons and treatment centers across the U.S. He lectures widely on addiction and trauma and is the CEO of Robb Kelly Recovery Group. His book, Daddy, Daddy Please Stop Drinking (2019), details his own battle with alcoholism. Support the show Have a question for the host or guest? Are you looking to become a show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com to get connected. CRISIS LINE: DIAL 988 This show is brought to you by Coming Alive Podcast Production. Check out their course, book, and services today.

With one hurricane past us and another on the way, it felt like the perfect time to check in and take a deep breath with a solo episode. Learn the latest in Vincent's life and with his mental health, along with going over mental health stories in the news + what's next. Support the show Have a question for the host or guest? Are you looking to become a show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com to get connected. CRISIS LINE: DIAL 988 This show is brought to you by Coming Alive Podcast Production. Check out their course, book, and services today.

Dealing with high-pressure situations can be extremely challenging for us, including being an athlete in a winning program. Losing in sports can carry serious consequences, and Former All-American and National Champion Harry Kilkowski joins the show to talk about his experiences with mental health as an athlete. Areas of Discussion include: *Performance anxiety *How to manage high-pressure situations *Moving your ego to the side *Managing social, academic, and athletic responsibilities all at once *Addressing mental health in sports *Transition from high school to college athletics Harry Kilkowski joins the show to share his story, mental health experiences playing in a winning program, and work towards changing the narrative around mental health in sports. He is an advocate for speaking on mental health. Upon graduating he started Premier Player Development to help the next generation of collegiate athletes. With his training company for the sport of lacrosse, Harry speaks on Mental health in athletics each day. Learn more about the guest and show at www.VincentALanci.com To apply for the show, email PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com Music Credits: Adventure by MusicbyAden | https://soundcloud.com/musicbyaden Happy | https://soundcloud.com/morning-kuli Support the show Have a question for the host or guest? Are you looking to become a show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com to get connected. CRISIS LINE: DIAL 988 This show is brought to you by Coming Alive Podcast Production. Check out their course, book, and services today.

Let's switch it up! Bringing awareness to mental health happenings around the country, Host Vincent A. Lanci discusses these areas: Articles Discussed: Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo extends mental health leave Urgent care for mental health: How a Maryland clinic is helping thousands of patients Does Gen Z struggle more with mental health than millennials? New polling shows signs of a shift ‘We are horrified’: Late changes to Newsom’s $6 billion mental health bond surprise advocates Mobile crisis teams still sidelined despite growing need for mental health services in US, advocates warn Support the show Have a question for the host or guest? Are you looking to become a show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com to get connected. CRISIS LINE: DIAL 988 This show is brought to you by Coming Alive Podcast Production. Check out their course, book, and services today.

"I turned 37 in rehab after suffering a severe TBI. As a passenger in a car, I got hit on my side going 86 in the 35 speed zone. I was given a 50% chance to live by the doctors. The next week, my mother was told I would need 24-hour care for the rest of my life, then another week later in a group home, and then a week later I could be taken to rehab. This whole time I was non-responsive and had six weeks of amnesia." A few areas of discussion with Ian Panter include: -The power of changing one word: change has to get in your choice of sentences -The last thing he remembered for 6 weeks -The community of Tough Mudder -Other people are affected by situations in your life -Having to adjust -Having a support system Learn more about the guest and show at www.VincentALanci.com. Adventure by MusicbyAden | https://soundcloud.com/musicbyaden Happy | https://soundcloud.com/morning-kuli Support the show Have a question for the host or guest? Are you looking to become a show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com to get connected. CRISIS LINE: DIAL 988 This show is brought to you by Coming Alive Podcast Production. Check out their course, book, and services today.

Nutrition, Dieting, Motherhood, and everything in between this week with Brooke Sobh. She gives us the confidence to live our best lives, and a few areas of discussion include health anxiety, the importance of keeping blood sugar stable, mental health advice for moms, happy gut -> happy brain, and recognizing you need a happy activity in your life when life gets busy. Meet Brooke Sobh - "I am the Founder of Brooke Sobh Nutrition. I went to Florida State University for my Bachelor's in Dietetics and the University of North Florida for my Master's in Dietetics. I have been a registered and licensed dietitian for 12 years and I’m also a certified lactation consultant. I have worked in several fields as a dietitian such as WIC (women, infants, and children) for 5 years, a clinical dietitian in the ICU for 5 years, and now a fat loss dietitian! I have a passion for teaching you how to eat the foods you love, build muscle, and burn fat WITHOUT low-calorie diets or endless hours of cardio. When I’m not working, you can find me taking walks with my husband, my two daughters and pups, or playing beach volleyball (my biggest passion!)." Learn more about the guest and show at www.VincentALanci.com. Adventure by MusicbyAden | https://soundcloud.com/musicbyaden Happy | https://soundcloud.com/morning-kuli Support the show Have a question for the host or guest? Are you looking to become a show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com to get connected. CRISIS LINE: DIAL 988 This show is brought to you by Coming Alive Podcast Production. Check out their course, book, and services today.

200 episodes of passed! Host Vincent A. Lanci checks in to discuss some personal mental health lessons he's learned and so much more. Additional Discussion Points Are there any topics or questions you would like to hear the guests answer? Would you like to share your story or partner with the show? Email PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com to get started. Adventure by MusicbyAden | https://soundcloud.com/musicbyaden Happy | https://soundcloud.com/morning-kuli Support the show Have a question for the host or guest? Are you looking to become a show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com to get connected. CRISIS LINE: DIAL 988 This show is brought to you by Coming Alive Podcast Production. Check out their course, book, and services today.