Comeback Story

Think of these as your red flags...things that show up out of nowhere and make you ask "why do I still feel this way" "why am I so agitated?" This episode is all about how to more quickly identify why you might be feeling off and the helpful perspectives that may or may not help pull you out of it. If you're like me - impatient, overwhelmed at times, and hard to wrangle focus, this might help a couple of things click. Let me know if it does - brady@mycomebackstory.com Watch the video series on better understanding depression & identity: mycomebackstory.com/guide

Call it confidence. Call it image. Call it self-worth. But we all have someone in our life that struggles with low self-esteem. My friend John from the mental health non-profit, Heart Support joined me to teach us how we can communicate better with those around us who are struggling to feel like they've got what it takes. He breaks down a simple framework for identifying why someone is struggling, along with tactical steps and a live role-play of the hope THEY need to hear, in order to find healing. I hope you get as much out of this convo that I did- my favorite one to date. Listen in :)  Heart Support is an online community providing hope, tools, and resources to those struggling with anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation. Get help at Heartsupport.com Get your free video guide to understanding & overcoming depression at https://www.mycomebackstory.com/guide/

A lot of us feel stuck right now. Almost slightly betrayed. Like things are supposed to be normal by now. I don’t know about you, but I’ve spent the better majority of my life like my 6-year-old son in the back seat of the car - “are we there yet?” It’s seldom that I actually come to peace with where I’m at in life and trust that God has me exactly where I’m supposed to be. But this morning was one of those moments. So if you’re feeling stuck in winter… stuck in isolation… or for no reason at all, I hope this brings you hope.Get new episodes on your phone by subscribing: iPhone/Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3mx7jxl Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3as5AHg Android/Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/2LLaB3n Join the Comeback Story support group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/comebackstory Join the newsletter at mycomebackstory.comMusic Credits:Flight of the Inner Bird, instrumental version by Sivan-Talmor Finding My Memories, instrumental version by Sivan-Talmor Mentioned in this episode:  I Will Wait (Live) - David Leonard https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N6IdvER0Bfo

PARENTS! If you struggle to connect with your kids, listen to this! Jaco and I sat down to talk about the struggles that Gen Z kids face, and what we as mentors & parents can do to help those from a very misunderstood generation lead more fulfilling lives. Jaco is a father, husband, Marine, and missionary who spends his time wrenching on bikes with "mobile" or at-risk youth. Through this, he's learned a great deal about how to build influence and meaningful relationships with today's youth. The best part is, it's not complicated. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did. Have a question or topic? Send it to brady@mycomebackstory.com or message me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/comebackstorypodcast. Join me LIVE on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/comebackstorypodcast   Ask questions and get answers by joining the Comeback Story community group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/comebackstory

New LIVE Q&A Podcast series!!! If God doesn't owe me anything, why should I ask him for anything? If God is so loving, why do we endure so much pain and sickness? These are questions that I & most human beings have wrestled with at one point or another. Today, I'm asking a smarter friend for answers. His name is Hugh Heinrichsen. He has his bachelors in psychology and masters in family & marriage counseling. But more importantly, he's infinitely curious and loves helping people exactly where they are. I hope you enjoy this episode. And stay tuned for the next comeback story :) Have a question or topic? Send it to brady@mycomebackstory.com or message me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/comebackstorypodcast. Join me LIVE on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/comebackstorypodcast  

Your character isn’t tested when life is easy, but when everything falls apart. Tim’s life fell apart 5 years ago when his doctor told him he would have 2 months to live without aggressive chemotherapy. But somehow through almost losing everything, Tim, who’s also had his own bouts with depression, was able to come out swinging, with a sense of purpose, presence, and joy that he’d never before experienced. By focusing on what truly matters and cutting out everything else, every one of us can learn to become resilient. Listen in. mycomebackstory.com

We all have our own thoughts and opinions about depression & anxiety. But what does the science actually say about where it comes from and how we treat it? Well, today I sit down with a man who has dedicated his life’s work to preventing major mental illnesses. He’s the Assistant Dean of Clinical Mental Health Counseling at OSU and holds his Doctorate in Counseling Psychology. He’s sharp. In this candid and curious convo, I pick his brain on how it all works, and what we can do to save ourselves from it. mycomebackstory.com

What does it take to be happy in the middle of Chaos? I sat down with an expert to find out how we can take what we've learned about PTSD and apply it to other areas of our lives. Dr. Shari Dade’s entire career is based around transitioning people from chaotic & stressful situations into healthy and fulfilling lives. We share practical tips about how to combat anxiety and PTSD, what it means to be holistically happy, and how to rewire our brain from the damage of social media. Let’s go. Mycomebackstory.com

Cam Smith is a spoken-word poet and frontman of the band Hotel Books. He’s also a certified suicide prevention counselor who’s spent 11 years touring, learning from thousands of people, what they actually need when they’re struggling. We talk about growing up in a small town and a Christian home being afraid to show emotion, How to find the right words for someone when you don't know what to say, Cam’s tips and unique perspective on living with anxiety, and his personal comeback story. mycomebackstory.com In this podcast interview, I sit down with Cameron Smith to talk about: Growing up in Christian home - afraid to show emotion. The difference between religion vs relationship and why some Christians struggle with religion What cam Smith learned from  being on tour with Hotel books for 11 years Why you're wasting your time if you are trying to “fix” someone with depression Cam’s story of coming back from two attempted suicides and how he found his self-worth. How Cam’s Journey with depression and anxiety has influenced Hotel Books Lyrics   This episode is for: People who have struggled with depression since childhood, especially growing up in Christian homes. People who don't know how to talk to someone or be there for someone that struggles with depression and anxiety. Fans of Cameron Smith and the band Hotel Books Best quotes: “I was denying my potential by not dealing with my pain.”  “A lot of people do need their problems fixed, But most people need to feel like they're being heard.” “When feeling depressed or anxious, I refuse to make any big decisions….Don't act out of anxiety or depression and understand that you are bigger than those feelings.”   Connect with Cam: Cam’s new platform, Eloquilt Cam smith on Instagram Hotel Books on Spotify

What happens when the person you love the most has hit rock bottom and can’t pull themselves back up? In this intimate conversation around identity and self-worth, one couple unveils what bridged the gap from depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts, to a life of purpose, happiness, and hope. Know someone that’s struggling? Listen in and spread the word.