Podcast appearances and mentions of archie messersmith bunting

Archie reaches students personally as he openly and honestly shares his own struggle with addiction and clinical depression. He weaves research of top therapists and addiction specialists into his storytelling, allowing audiences to understand and feel the potential for loss and pain. He guides attendees to a place of self-reflection, encouraging them to find balance and reclaim the power of the emotional baggage that often controls their lives. Connect with Archie here. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mygaychurchdays/support

This episode contains content that may be sensitive to some listeners. Please check the show notes for more detailed descriptions. “I believe that if we could all be more in touch with our feelings, we will live a mentally healthier life.” My guest today is Archie Messersmith-Bunting, AKA “The Feelings Guy” and “ArchieCares.” This is someone who wears his heart on his sleeve. When he's speaking about mental health to schools and corporations, he's not afraid to talk about tough issues like drug addiction, mental illness, and suicide. That's because he has personal experience with all three. After you hear what Archie had to say in our conversation, you'll understand why there's so much power in being vulnerable. There's no point trying to pretend you're okay when you're not. You'll end up finding unhealthy ways to deal with the pain. Take Archie's advice to heart. He went from numbing his feelings to allowing himself to feel them – and you can, too. Archie shared many things in this episode: (5:54) Archie's story of growing up as a closeted gay person, using drugs to numb painful emotions (8:55) “For me, life was just spiraling.” Archie opens up about how he hit rock bottom with his drug addiction and became suicidal, then found a path to recovery (12:03) Why it's a mistake to hide your mental health struggles because you “don't want to burden anyone” with your problems (23:40) How Archie practices self-care as someone who constantly pours energy into helping others with difficult issues (27:33) Archie explains why vulnerability is so powerful, especially when it comes to men  (32:38) The big change Archie is seeing in the way corporations approach employee mental health (34:07) Going from “what if” to “what is”: How Archie deals with moments full of anxiety and stress (36:45) Archie mentions that some people, himself included, use humor in response to stressful situations – which isn't always a good idea What feelings are you running away from? Archie is proof that there's no shame in expressing your feelings and getting help for your mental health. I hope you gain a lot from this powerful episode. FIND OUT MORE ABOUT ARCHIE AND CONNECT WITH HIM HERE: Website | Instagram __ Purchase your copy today of Sarah's Follow Your Gut Workbook at www.livewellenhanceyou.com/followyourgut Grab your FREE copy of Healthy Habits Worksheet HERE.

On the show today, I have Archie Messersmith-Bunting. Using dynamism and authenticity, Archie, better known as The Feelings Guy™, champions mental health awareness worldwide at corporations and universities. He challenges people to rethink complicated and emotional topics like depression, suicide, alcohol and drug addiction. He lives with his husband and son Kade in Charlottesville, Virginia and loves to binge romantic comedies, explore the outdoors and read to Kade in his spare time.

Using dynamism and authenticity, Archie Messersmith-Bunting champions mental healthawareness worldwide at corporations and universities. He challenges people to rethinkcomplicated and emotional topics like depression, suicide, alcohol and drug addiction. Throughhis company ArchieCares, LLC, Messersmith-Bunting aims to reframe the narrative surroundingmental illness and addiction by facilitating honest and vulnerable conversations.Messersmith-Bunting reaches individuals personally as he openly and honestly shares his ownstruggle with addiction and clinical depression. He weaves research of top therapists andaddiction specialists into his storytelling, allowing audiences to understand the potential forloss and pain. Whether it's a conversation with corporate employees about mental health inthe workplace or a student workshop on resilience, Archie delivers a vibrant mix of life lessons.Attendees are inspired, empowered and ready to make authentic changes in their life.The Virginia native served as the Assistant Director of Programming at Illinois State University in2010, and Fraternity Services Director at Sigma Phi Epsilon (SigEp) Fraternity headquarters in2013. At SigEp, he created the organization's first member safety curriculum focusing onconsent, sexual assault prevention, and healthy relationships. Messersmith-Bunting also wasthe inaugural Vice President of Campus Operations and Health & Safety for the North AmericanInterfraternity Conference (NIC) in 2017 where he championed the organization's Health &Safety Initiative and the adoption of the NIC's Alcohol & Drug Guidelines.In 2019, he transitioned to full-time speaker and consultant providing leadership, mental healthand alcohol & drug prevention education at corporations like Solenis and The Job Sauce, andcollege campuses including Clemson University, Iowa State University and The University ofSouthern California.Messersmith-Bunting graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from Samford University and a Masterof Science in College and Student Personal Administration from Illinois State University. He wasrecognized by Illinois State University with the Outstanding New Professional award andOutstanding Faculty/Staff Advisor of the Year. He lives with his husband and son Kade inCharlottesville, Virginia and loves to binge romantic comedies, explore the outdoors and readto Kade in his spare time.Support the show (https://pod.fan/the-dude-therapist)

In this episode we speak with Archie Messersmith-Bunting about challenge people to rethink topics like depression, suicide, and addiction. Archie is a Virginia native and served as the Assistant Director of Programming at Illinois State University in 2010, and Fraternity Services Director at Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity headquarters in 2013 where he created the organization's first member safety curriculum focusing on consent, sexual assault prevention, and healthy relationships. Messersmith-Bunting also was the inaugural Vice President of Campus Operations and Health & Safety for the North American Interfraternity Conference in 2017 where he championed the organization's Health & Safety Initiative and the adoption of its Alcohol & Drug Guidelines. In 2019, he transitioned to full-time speaker and consultant providing leadership, mental health and alcohol & drug prevention education at corporations like Solenis and The Job Sauce, and at college campuses including Clemson University, Iowa State University and The University of Southern California. Using dynamism and authenticity, Archie Messersmith-Bunting champions mental health awareness worldwide at corporations and universities. He challenges people to rethink complicated and emotional topics like depression, suicide, alcohol and drug addiction. Through his company ArchieCares, LLC, Messersmith-Bunting aims to reframe the narrative surrounding mental illness and addiction by facilitating honest and vulnerable conversations. Learning Points: 1. Are there good and bad feelings? 2. Why should you never ask ‘How are you doing?” 3. Are there steps we can take right now for mental health self-care? Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/archie_cares/ https://www.facebook.com/archie.messbunt https://archiecares.com/ https://www.instagram.com/whatafeelingpod/

In this final episode of the year we take a look back at some of the past episodes and guests of the first season of Coming Unstuck, as well as some personal accomplishments before we turn our focus to 2022. What are some of the things you accomplished and/or struggled with in 2021? What are you doing to propel yourself in 2022? Do you have a story of triumph or perseverance that would benefit others? I would love to hear from you on all these things! Reach out to me at: dustin@stepuptogreatness.com . Do you need some clarity, focus and accountability to move towards the person you want to be and how to get there? I have some excellent services that we can customize to fit YOUR needs. Schedule a FREE Discovery Chat Session here. Below are some links for my guests from this past year and resources they offer. Author/Key Note Speaker, Alan Stein Jr.: https://alansteinjr.com/ Audio Producer/Writer, Samantha Hodder: https://samanthahodder.org/ , https://bit.ly/EscapeYourStory , https://bit.ly/15Bworksheet Speaker/Podcast Host/Mental Health Advocate, Archie Messersmith-Bunting: https://archiecares.com Career Coach/Speaker/Author, Kris McGuigan: https://professionalcourage.com Author/Speaker/Leadership Mentor/Podcast Host, Dave Ruel: https://effic.co Counselor/Speaker/Podcast Host, Jahmaal Marshall: https://listenthenspeak.com/ Special Event and Wedding Cinematographers, Rachel and Chris: http://narleefilms.com/ Thank you again to everyone that took their time to be a guest, share their story and for everyone that allowed me to bend their ears and hopefully give you some applicable knowledge that helped you to Keep Moving Forward and Step Up To Greatness. Let's have a GREAT 2022!

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Tune in for a conversation with Archie Messersmith-Bunting, or The Feelings Guy™—a champion of mental health awareness. From addiction and recovery to heartache, self-acceptance, and triumph, Archie shares the story of this purpose with Janice Alpert in today's episode! Connect with Archie on his https://archiecares.com (Website) and Listen to his https://archiecares.com/listen (Podcast) Follow Janice on https://www.facebook.com/janice.alpert (Facebook) and https://www.instagram.com/jjalpert/ (Instagram) Email Janice: stopdiets@aol.com Janice's Website: http://stopdiets.com/ (http://stopdiets.com) If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!

Wouldn't it be amazing to live in a world where you can talk about your mental health struggles and get love and support for doing it? Ummm.... yes, please. But I hear it all the time, people feel awkward and don't want to be judged for struggling with this issue or that issue and it feels like one of the biggest challenges there is. My guest today, Archie Messersmith-Bunting (say that 3 times real fast), is going to clear up some confusion around this topic. He's going to tell you the difference between mental health and mental illness, and how to shift your perspective so that you can find the support and life you deserve. Archie- a.k.a. The Feelings Guy - is an international speaker and the host of What A Feeling podcast. Why is this topic so important, you ask? Because Archie knows first hand how to figure out this road of sobriety, feelings & mental illness and he's sharing some of his best insights and personal struggles and how to use them to build a life where you are thriving, not just surviving. If you are looking for more love and support on your journey, head over here and join us in the Facebook group. It's free & totally private.  And if you want to learn more from Archie, and, let's be honest, who wouldn't!?!  You can find him right here.

Archie Messersmith-Bunting is known as 'The Feelings Guy.' He is a mental wellness professional speaker who helps people discover how leading with their feelings can improve their quality of life and save the lives of those they come in contact with.Archie's passion stems from his personal life experience. He was adopted at a young age and grew up in a religious setting where ‘pray the gay away' was the cultural norm. In fact, he spent much of his high school and college careers trying to de-gay himself. Eventually addiction and clinical depression led him to a place where he believed suicide was his only answer.After battling back from the jaws of addiction and embracing his gay, Archie now uses his voice to remind others that we are all more than "just” the wreckage of our past. He teaches that individual moments and decisions in our life do not define us, but they can help design us.Episode ResourcesThe Atlantic | The Pandemic Did Not Affect Mental Health the Way You ThinkConnect with ArchieArchie's Website | www.archiecares.comNew Podcast |What a FeelingInstagram | @archie_caresConnect The Courage to ChangePodcast Website | lionrock.life/couragetochangepodcastPodcast Instagram | @couragetochange_podcastPodcast Facebook | @thecouragetochangepodcastPodcast Email | podcast@lionrock.lifeLionrock ResourcesCoffee & Coffee Alternatives | lionrock.life/shop-productsSupport Group Meeting Schedule | lionrock.life/meetings

Meet Archie: Using dynamism and authenticity, Archie Messersmith-Bunting champions mental health awareness worldwide at corporations and universities. He challenges people to rethink complicated and emotional topics like depression, suicide, alcohol and drug addiction. Through his company ArchieCares, LLC, Messersmith-Bunting aims to reframe the narrative surrounding mental illness and addiction by facilitating honest and vulnerable conversations. Messersmith-Bunting reaches individuals personally as he openly and honestly shares his own struggle with addiction and clinical depression. He weaves research of top therapists and addiction specialists into his storytelling, allowing audiences to understand the potential for loss and pain. Whether it's a conversation with corporate employees about mental health in the workplace or a student workshop on resilience, Archie delivers a vibrant mix of life lessons. Attendees are inspired, empowered and ready to make authentic changes in their life. The Virginia native served as the Assistant Director of Programming at Illinois State University in 2010, and Fraternity Services Director at Sigma Phi Epsilon (SigEp) Fraternity headquarters in 2013. At SigEp, he created the organization's first member safety curriculum focusing on consent, sexual assault prevention, and healthy relationships. Messersmith-Bunting also was the inaugural Vice President of Campus Operations and Health & Safety for the North American Interfraternity Conference (NIC) in 2017 where he championed the organization's Health & Safety Initiative and the adoption of the NIC's Alcohol & Drug Guidelines. In 2019, he transitioned to full-time speaker and consultant providing leadership, mental health and alcohol & drug prevention education at corporations like Solenis and The Job Sauce, and college campuses including Clemson University, Iowa State University and The University of Southern California. Messersmith-Bunting graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from Samford University and a Master of Science in College and Student Personal Administration from Illinois State University. He was recognized by Illinois State University with the Outstanding New Professional award and Outstanding Faculty/Staff Advisor of the Year. He lives with his husband and son Kade in Charlottesville, Virginia and loves to binge romantic comedies, explore the outdoors and read to Kade in his spare time. Show Notes: -Intro - Growing up in the 70's, Gay, and in the South… - Then I met drugs and they made everything better until they didn't… - Waking up in the ICU with a tube down my throat to eventually trying to take my own life! - I finalized realized drugs was not the problem…. - I was told my whole life I was not good enough, a sinner, failure, etc…. and I bought into that “I was a piece of shit” - The life I have now was impossible to even dream about when I was on drugs… that's how good it is now! - A story Archie never told before… - Then a straight man taught me what love was! - The difference between being HONEST and TRUTHFUL - By the way… did I mention I was Adopted. - You have to learn to say NO - Stepping into the new me! - We all wear costumes, and none of them make you any smarter or more qualified to do anything. - YES, I finally let the shit train go! - Bottom Line… TAKE ACTION, KEEP TAKING ACTION, BELIEVE IN YOURSELF…. THEN TAKE MORE ACTION!!!- Archie Connect with Archie https://archiecares.com/ Connect with Jeremy and Optimal Self: Links: (We LOVE to be tagged in your posts, please share our content and tag us!) - Main Page: www.OptimalSelf.Today - Links to our Podcast, all social media, PLUS join our Private Facebook Group, Free "Identity Creator" Course, and more! -YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAkydziqrlYZIFmOgD1kTPA - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OptimalSelf1 -...

On this week's podcast we have Special Guest, Archie Messersmith-Bunting, aka “The Feelings Guy™” an international keynote speaker, mental health expert and host of the “What a Feeling” podcast. I share a glass of Blue Paw Wheat Ale from Sea Dog Brewing Co in Bangor, MA.Meet Archie:Using dynamism and authenticity, Archie Messersmith-Bunting champions mental health awareness worldwide at corporations and universities. He challenges people to rethink complicated and emotional topics like depression, suicide, alcohol and drug addiction. Through his company ArchieCares, LLC, Messersmith-Bunting aims to reframe the narrative surrounding mental illness and addiction by facilitating honest and vulnerable conversations.Learn more about Archie at: https://archiecares.com/Tune Into the What a Feeling Podcast:Welcome to “What a Feeling!” the podcast where mental health matters, self-care is never selfish, and feelings always come first. Join host Archie Messersmith-Bunting, The Feelings Guy™ , and his guests as they discuss all things mental health and self-care. Discover how a focus on feelings at high and low points in your life can allow for real healing to begin and the creation of actual community. When feelings come first, no topic is off limits, no problem is too big or small, and all life lessons are on the table.Listen at https://archiecares.com/listen

Archie Messersmith-Bunting is the "Feelings Guy". He will explain why words matter, feelings matter, your past doesn't matter and it doesn't have to define you and you can choose how you feel about certain circumstances. Archie brings great perspective having beat addiction to drugs & alcohol and depression and suicide. He shares tons of secrets of his past that have helped him become the man he is today and how he helps others. whatafeeling@archiecares.com

This week I got to kick it in the booth with Archie Messersmith-Bunting, aka The Feelings Guy™ and we got DEEP. Before diving into conversations about mental health, drug abuse, singing on Broadway, and an experience of being bucked into the waters of Antarctica – we talked about Archie's hometown in Alabama which is where all of the unclaimed baggage from airplanes goes… to a place, cleverly named Unclaimed Baggage. While talking about Alabama, Archie told us about his traumatic experience growing up gay in the deep south, he then shared about his move to New York, his experience with drug abuse, and the powerful experience of meeting a sponsor and a therapist that normalized his mental illness. He's on a mission to create space for feelings of all kinds and to normalize mental health for the masses. Archie holds so much power in his story, and we created a conversation that will stick with you long into the future. You aren't going to want to miss this episode!    About the Guest:  Archie Messersmith-Bunting, M.S., The Feelings Guy™, is a mental wellness coach, consultant, and professional speaker who helps people discover how leading with their feelings can improve their quality of life and save the lives of those they come in contact with. Archie was a successful musical theater performer in New York City before addiction and clinical depression destroyed his childhood dream and led him to a place where he believed suicide was his only answer. After battling back from the jaws of addiction, Archie now uses his voice to remind others that we are all more than "just" the wreckage of our past. He teaches that individual moments and decisions in our life do not define us, but they can help design us. Archie has been featured on numerous NBC, CBS and FOX affiliates, on dozens of podcasts, and is the host of the new (and fabulous) podcast “What A Feeling!” Connect with Archie and learn more: www.archiecares.com https://www.instagram.com/archie_cares/ (https://www.instagram.com/archie_cares/) https://archiecares.com/listen/ (https://archiecares.com/listen/)   About the Host:  Friends! Here's a somewhat stuffy bio of me:   I am an author, professional speaker, coach, host, and entrepreneur. My first book, Leading Imperfectly: The value of being authentic for leaders, professionals, and human beings, is available wherever people buy books. I speak internationally to willing and unwilling attendees about authenticity, vulnerability, and leadership. My clients include American Express, General Electric (GE), Accenture, Yale University, The Ohio State University, and many others. As a speaker, I am doing the two things I loves the most: making people think and making people laugh!  I host my own events multiple times a year. They are 2-day events called Living Imperfectly Live (and sometimes they are 1-day virtual events). They are a space where humans from every walk of life can come together to be part of a community on the pursuit of badassery. The goal is to help attendees start living the life we say we want to live. Alas, you're here because of an idea I had a number of years ago and didn't think I was good enough to pull it off. I finally acted on it and alas Diner Talks with James was born! As you can see from what I do in my professional life, Diner Talks is aligned with everything I believe in and teach. If this wasn't dry enough, and you would like to know more info about my speaking, events, or coaching feel free to check out my website: JamesTRobo.com.   Let's Be Friends on Social Media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamestrobo (https://www.instagram.com/jamestrobo) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamestrobo (https://www.facebook.com/jamestrobo) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesrobilotta/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesrobilotta/) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/JamesRobilottaCSP...

Our guest on this episode is Archie.  Archie Messersmith-Bunting, M.S., The Feelings Guy™, is a mental wellness coach, consultant, and professional speaker who helps people discover how leading with their feelings can improve their quality of life and save the lives of those they come in contact with. Archie was a successful musical theater performer in New York City before addiction and clinical depression destroyed his childhood dream and led him to a place where he believed suicide was his only answer. After battling back from the jaws of addiction, Archie now uses his voice to remind others that we are all more than "just" the wreckage of our past. He teaches that individual moments and decisions in our life do not define us, but they can help design us. Archie has been featured on numerous NBC, CBS and FOX affiliates, on dozens of podcasts, and is the host of the new (and fabulous) podcast “What A Feeling!” You can find Archie  at his https://www.facebook.com/archie.messbunt https://www.instagram.com/archie_cares https://www.twitter.com/archie_caresDon't forget to head over to https://loveyco.com/ and use the code: BCMG to get 10 % off your order!   To connect with our showrunners, email howdyoumeetpodcast@gmail.com  To follow the podcast, check out the links below:FB: https://www.facebook.com/howdyoumeetpodcastIG: https://www.instagram.com/howdyoumeetpodcast/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/howdyoumeetpodcast

Today on 'Beat Your Addictions' podcast we are interviewing Archie Messersmith Bunting about the whole picture of addiction. Archie shares his personal story of being adopted, growing up gay in the deep south, and how this contributed to his addictions and suicidal thoughts. About Archie - Using dynamism and authenticity, Archie Messersmith-Bunting champions mental health awareness worldwide at corporations and universities. He challenges people to rethink complicated and emotional topics like depression, suicide, alcohol and drug addiction. Through his company ArchieCares, LLC, Messersmith-Bunting aims to reframe the narrative surrounding mental illness and addiction by facilitating honest and vulnerable conversations. You can reach out to Archie at www.ArchieCares.com https://www.facebook.com/BeatYourAddi... For more info please visit us at JohnJGiordano.com John's books on sale at Amazon 'How to Beat Your Addictions and Live a Quality Life' https://tinyurl.com/y38qgz2f 'The Kid From The South Bronx Who Never Gave Up' https://tinyurl.com/yxp2ngz4

Archie Messersmith-Bunting, aka "The Feelings Guy," joins The Huddle this week as the ISLIDE Team Captain. If energy was a person his name would be Archie! Archie walks us through his life from growing up gay in Alabama to his time at Bible College to his struggle with addiction and his journey in sobriety. Archie is now a sought after speaker and feelings expert who inspires and educates. Find out about his Feelings Challenge and how it could change the way you interact with people! Listen in for these good feelings and healing vibes!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We can spend years reading the self help books. We can intellectually understand all the events of our life that have blocked us as fully and vibrantly as we want. But we stay in the place of intellectualizing. We understand, but we never embody a new way of being. This week's guest is going to get you out of your head and back into your heart. That's where you can bring change into your life. Archie Messersmith-Bunting is The Feelings Guy. He's a mental wellness coach, consultant and professional speaker. In his former life, he was a successful musical theatre performer on Broadway before addiction and clinical depression destroyed his childhood dream and led him to a place where suicide seemed like the only option. After battling back from the jaws of addiction, Archie now uses the stage to remind us that we're all more than the wreckage of our past. Some of the topics covered include: How unresolved childhood trauma and drug use led Archie to a downward spiral that cost him his dream career, but how he also bounced back from it. The night he died in a hospital and why Grey's Anatomy has been lying to us for the last 20 years. How you can't get better until you get honest with yourself. How trauma is healed in safe connection with other people. How our suffering doesn't make us special. The importance of taking personal responsibility for your life. Why we need to feel our own grief without qualifying it. The 5 on the 5 Program Follow Archie on Instagram Visit Archie's website Sign up for Dan's online workshop, Beyond the 9 to 5, on May 22nd, at creativesoulcoaching.net Follow Dan on Instagram Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Chris talks with Archie Messersmith-Bunting. Their conversation is focused on the struggles families go through while attempting to help addicted loved ones. Also, in this episode, Archie has an intervention epiphany. The Why Intervention Podcast is aimed at helping family and friends feel supported and encouraged that recovery from addiction is possible, for themselves as well as their loved ones. You'll hear how to affect positive change in their life and help your loved one begin a successful recovery. Host Christopher Doyle shares his insights, talks with experts, and interviews people who have gone through recovery. Links and Resources from this Episode https://whyintervention.com/ https://twitter.com/whyintervention https://www.facebook.com/whyintervention/?ref=br_rs Connect with Archie Messersmith-Bunting https://archiecares.com/    Show Notes The saver-role - 2:56 Challenging the current paradigm - 5:17 A misunderstanding about addiction - 5:54 Taking care of ourselves - 8:14 His second rehab - 8:58 People in recovery and the first time they went to a meeting - 15:37 Chris’ first day in recovery - 18:35 Deciding to get help - 19:18 Meetings at the churches - 20:48 Excuses that we came up with - 29:30 The reason why he overdosed - 31:29 Mental illness and addiction - 43:28 Words that are uncomfortable to say to someone - 46:43 Denial is part of the process - 48:22 The difference with a person with addiction - 49:10 What’s the scary part? - 49:54   Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Subscribe with Stitcher Subscribe with RSS

Episode 21 is here and this week the boys get into ALL the feels as they sit down with the one and only Archie Messersmith-Bunting, the infamous Feelings Guy (aka @archie_cares). Today's convo? It's all about self-care, battling that negative self-talk, and how to support your people when they're struggling most. Giving Archie a rating of 10 out of 10, today's ep is unquestionably Josh's favorite to date—and honestly we don't disagree. Be ready to conquer all that negativity people, ‘cause it's time to go IN. Guest bio: Archie Messersmith-Bunting, M.S., The Feelings Guy™, is a mental wellness coach, consultant, and professional speaker who helps people discover how leading with their feelings can improve their quality of life and save the lives of those they come in contact with. Archie was a successful musical theater performer in New York City before addiction and clinical depression destroyed his childhood dream and led him to a place where he believed suicide was his only answer. After battling back from the jaws of addiction, Archie now uses the stages he graces to remind others that we are all more than "just" the wreckage of our past. He uses his voice to share with audiences that individual moments and decisions in our life do not define us, but they can help design us. Archie has been featured on multiple NBC, CBS and FOX local affiliates and several podcasts including Braving the Journey, Positive Changes: A Self-kick start, & The Failure Guy. Today's episode covers everything from: Archie's story and how he became “The Feelings Guy" Reframing: challenging people to ask “How are you feeling?” rather than “How are you doing?” Other small reframes that can have a big impact and make all the difference How we as humans assign meaning to our feelings and can actively choose how they're perceived Identifying the meaning you're assigning to feelings and not allowing them to have control Being conscious of how you're talking to yourself Changing the negative things you tell your brain Be gentle with yourself and learn how to reframe the negative Easing into meditation Coping mechanisms for negative self-talk Starting the day with morning intentions and ending the day reflecting on gratitude Follow / Contact On Instagram! @travishawkesmedia @joshlevinefitness @archie_cares Watch The Video Pod On Youtube! - Youtube Channel

In this episode Zach is joined by Archie Messersmith-Bunting, M.S., a wellness coach, consultant, and professional speaker who helps people navigate their feelings to improve their quality of life. The two discuss how he was trademarked, The Feelings Guy and how support communities can help navigate feelings related to addiction and mental illness.

We must learn to talk with one another about mental illness. That is why I wanted my conversation with Archie Messersmith-Bunting to revolve around depression, suicide, alcohol, and drug addiction as it relates to this past year during Covid-19. He kindly obliged because he knows of what he speaks. His perspective is from his struggles with depression, addiction, and suicide attempts. Today he is known as The Feelings Guy™. Archie champions mental health awareness worldwide at corporations and universities challenging people to rethink these complicated and emotional topics.

In this episode I speak with professional speaker Archie Messersmith-Bunting about his experiences of and recovery from suicidality, major mental-illness and substance abuse. Adopted at the age of 2 into a highly religious community, Archie struggled to accept and acknowledge his sexuality. A single decision one evening to take drugs for the first time led him into a downward spiral.His story is a very human and moving account of what it takes to really get to grips with your difficulties, and the steps needed to move forward. Archie embodies hope through speaking at college campuses and corporate groups about the importance of feelings - the one focus Archie felt was missing from many of the treatment options offered during his process of recovery.Oh and the other aspect of Archie's story that is unique, was the pivotal role his dog played in all of this.You can connect with Archie and follow his work here: https://www.archiecares.com/

"Doing Time on Maple Drive" (1992) & coming out, suicide prevention GUEST: Archie Messersmith-Bunting, M.S. Archie Messersmith-Bunting, M.S. https://www.archiecares.com/ https://www.facebook.com/archie.messbunt https://twitter.com/thearchstar Mental Health Film Comment https://www.facebook.com/MentalHealthFilmComment https://twitter.com/mhfilmcomment

Archie shares tips on how to continue past failure and just keep going.  As he says, "it's like a constant bicycle ride of busting your ass!  Bust your ass, get up and do it again!"

We've heard it said, “There's no ‘I' in Team!” But when did being a good leader mean putting yourself last? Effective leadership does not mean losing personally. In fact, I believe that the best leaders prioritize themselves and their own wellbeing. Business owners, whether we are a business of one who is trying to support our families or our fur-babies or we have 100s of employees, we have GOT to start putting our mental health first - period. Archie Messersmith-Bunting, M.S., The Feelings Guy™, is a mental wellness coach, consultant, and professional speaker who helps people discover how leading with their feelings can improve their quality of life and save the lives of those they come in contact with. Archie was a successful musical theatre performer in New York City before addiction and clinical depression destroyed his childhood dream and led him to a place where he believed suicide was his only answer. After battling back from the jaws of addiction, Archie now uses the stages he graces to remind others that we are all more than "just" the wreckage of our past. He uses his voice to share with audiences that individual moments and decisions in our life do not define us, but they can help design us. Connect with Archie: www.archiecares.com https://www.instagram.com/thearchstar https://www.linkedin.com/in/archiemb https://www.facebook.com/archie.messbunt

Summary:Today's chat is with The Feelings Guy™, Archie Messersmith-Bunting, who helps us understand that everyone grieves and that grief is the reaction to a loss, whether related to the death of a loved one or to the death of our dreams. Episode Notes:COVID has impacted everyone. We have lost our routines and most of our social enjoyment, though we have adapted as necessary to restrictions. Still, when someone asks how we are, “fine” is the popular response. We are not “fine.” We are grieving. This episode contains numerous nuggets that will help you understand how grief affects each of us. Yet in this conversation, we comfortably discuss grief and even laugh. You will, too. Using dynamism and authenticity, Archie champions mental health awareness worldwide at corporations and universities. He challenges people to rethink complicated and emotional topics like depression, suicide, alcohol and drug addiction. Through his company ArchieCares, LLC, he aims to reframe the narrative surrounding mental illness and addiction by facilitating honest and vulnerable conversations. He has provided leadership, mental health and alcohol & drug prevention education at corporations like Solenis and The Job Sauce, and college campuses including Clemson University, Iowa State University and The University of Southern California. Archie reaches individuals personally as he openly and honestly shares his own struggle with addiction and clinical depression. He weaves research of top therapists and addiction specialists into his storytelling, allowing audiences to understand the potential for loss and pain. Whether it's a conversation with corporate employees about mental health in the workplace or a student workshop on resilience, Archie delivers a vibrant mix of life lessons. Contact: www.asiliveandgrieve.com info@asiliveandgrieve.com Facebook:  As I Live and Grieve Instagram:  @asiliveandgrieve  To Reach Archie, The Feelings Guy™ : Website:  archiecares.com  Email:  archie@archiecares.com IG:  @the archstar Credits: Music by Kevin MacLeod