Podcasts about chronic suicidality

Today we continue suicide awareness month with a repeat guest and longtime friend, Frank King Frank King is a Suicide Prevention Speaker, a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years, and a standup comedian and full-time speaker for 37 years. He has battled Depression and Chronic Suicidality throughout his life, turning his experiences into 12 TEDx Talks on Mental Health Awareness—an achievement surpassed only by Bill Gates.   With a family history of depression and suicide, Frank has faced suicidal thoughts more times than he can count, even coming close enough to describe the taste of a gun barrel. Through his life lessons, he starts conversations that allow others to express their feelings and experiences openly. This was the most powerful show yet this month because he gave some AMAZING tips on how he navigates his ongoing mental health depression challenges and what YOU can do to save a life and safe YOUR life You won't want to miss these and will want to listen again and again and again   BOOK CALL WITH FRANK:  Calendar Link: https://app.lemcal.com/@thementalhealthcomedian/virtual-coffee https://mentalhealthcomedian.com FrankKingSpeaker@gmail.com 858.405.5653 is his direct line he offered for you to reach out for help GET MORE INFO ABOUT THE LOTUS THRONE FUNDRAISER AT ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: www.MagdalenaGrace.com www.LotusThroneSanctuary.org   WANT TO HELP OR SUPPORT IN SOME WAY? email us at Info@LotusThroneSanctuary.Org   DONATE AT: www.LotusThroneSanctuary.Org   SUBSCRIBE TO THIS CHANNEL TO HAVE ACCESS TO THE LIVESTREAM https://www.youtube.com/@MistyMagdalenaGrace  

Welcome to the Wellness Center Creators podcast, where we explore innovative approaches to health and wellness practice management. In this episode, I'm joined by Anna Rudel as co-host, and our special guest, Jennifer Cobb. Jennifer is a licensed clinical social worker and private practice owner who specializes in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). We delve into the unique collaborative community model that Jennifer's practice employs, a hybrid of W-2 employment and a cooperative, allowing clinicians to take ownership of their schedules and income while fostering a supportive environment. "We call it a “collaborative community” model. And I think it's a unique way to be able to have a practice. It's really just this… We trust each other, and we've done things to show that we deserve that trust and as adults we just get to do our best within that." You will gain insights into how this model benefits both practitioners and clients, and hear about the upcoming retreat for practice owners looking to build and grow their businesses. Whether you're a wellness practitioner or interested in the business side of therapy, this episode is packed with valuable lessons and inspiration! Sponsored by Jane App, Jane offers online booking, charting, scheduling, secure video and invoicing on one secure, beautifully designed system: https://jane.app/ Use code wellness1mo for a one-month grace period on your new Jane account. Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it!

Meet Frank KingI am a Suicide Prevention Speaker and Comedian, was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years, a full-time speaker and comedian for 37. I've worked with Jeff Foxworthy, Jerry Seinfeld, Jon Stewart, Steve Harvey, Rosie, Ellen, The Beach Boys, Neil Sedaka, Randy Travis, and Lou Rawls. I've fought a lifetime battle with Depression and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into 11 TEDx Talks, one SPEAK Event, and sharing my lifesaving insights on Mental Health with colleges, corporations and associations. I've survived 2 aortic valve replacements, a double bypass, a heart attack, 3 stents, losing to a puppet on the Original Star Search and lived to joke about all of it.A comedian who speaks on depression and suicide. How does that work? Well, depression and suicide run in my family. It's called generational depression and suicide. My grandmother died by suicide. My mom found her. Nine years later, my great aunt died by suicide. My mom and I found her. I was four years old. I screamed for days. In 2010, after filing a Chapter Seven bankruptcy in April, I came very close to suicide. Close enough, I can tell you what the barrel of my gun tastes like. Spoiler alert. I did not pull the trigger. A friend of mine came up at a keynote recently. He goes, “Hey man, how come you didn't pull the trigger?”I go, “Hey, man, could you try to sound slightly less disappointed?” So that's where the humor is in the topic. It's not jokes. It's just funny, personal anecdotes. That's why. And I myself live with two mental illnesses, major depressive disorder and chronic suicidal ideation, major depressive disorder, relatively common. Chronic suicidal ideation, far more rare. It means for people in my tribe, the option of suicide's always on the menu as a solution for problems large and small. And when I say small, my car broke down a couple years ago. I had three thoughts unbidden. One, get it fixed, two buy new, and three, I could just kill myself.That's chronic suicidal ideation. You have 11 Tedx Talks. How did you land all of those? Well, the only person who had five was the guy in England. He passed away. That's the most I've been able to find anybody else has gotten. In 2014, I applied. It was a Tedx in British Columbia. And I got it on my first try, which is unusual. And then two TEDx events reached out to me after that said, do you have any more mental health ideas to talk about? And I did. So I did two more at their request. The next seven I applied for and got. And I've got a really big social media footprint on LinkedIn. And an event in India, in the state of Assam, reached out and said, we like your take on mental health. Would you be willing to do a TEDx force virtually? I said, absolutely. So I got invited to as well. So, it's just a matter of applying, it's a bit of a numbers game. I got my first one on the first try, but the other ones took 20, 30, 40 applications before I got the audition and got asked to do it.Connect with Frank!LinkedInXthementalhealthcomedian.com

"Being commodified, treated as an object, as a thing that can be returned or exchanged, deeply affects us. I am not a thing." - Moses Farrow Did you know that adoptees are at least four times as likely to attempt suicide as their non-adopted peers? In this episode, Moses Farrow will shed light on the truth behind high suicide rates among adopted people, and will provide resources to help prevent adoptee suicide. In this episode, you will be able to: Gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by adoptees and how to provide meaningful support throughout their journey. Uncover the alarming realities of high suicide rates among adoptees and discover strategies to prevent this tragedy. Explore a wide range of mental health resources specifically tailored to meet the unique needs of adoptees. Develop critical thinking skills to examine and question the adoption industry, promoting transparency and ethical practices for the benefit of all involved. My special guest is Moses Farrow Moses Farrow is an esteemed guest on Unraveling Adoption, bringing a wealth of expertise and personal insights to the discussion. As an intercountry, interracial adopted person from South Korea, Moses resides at the complex intersection of adoption, race, disability, mental health, and activism. With over two decades of experience in the mental health field, Moses has dedicated his work to serving adopted individuals and other at-risk populations. His passion for advocating a complete paradigm shift in the adoption industry is rooted in his tragic personal experiences, having lost three adopted siblings to suicide. Drawing from his extensive background and firsthand knowledge, Moses offers a unique perspective on the challenges faced by adopted people and the importance of prioritizing mental health support. We are privileged to have Moses join us on this episode as we explore the pressing issue of adoptee suicide and discuss strategies for prevention and support. The resources mentioned in this episode are: Explore Moses' website: https://www.transformadoption.com/ Follow Moses Farrow on social media to stay updated on his work in the mental health field. Consider seeking therapy or counseling for yourself or your adopted family member if you are struggling with mental health or adoption-related issues. Find a list of practitioners that care for those touched by adoption here: UnravelingAdoption.com/Healing If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, reach out for help immediately. If you're in the U.S. call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Here are other Unraveling Adoption episodes and workshops related to adoptee suicide, suicidality, and suicide prevention: Psych Hospitals & Suicidal Ideation (with Joey): https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/25558716 Chronic Suicidality with Frank King: https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/25558560 Ask Us Anything: Suicide Edition: https://youtu.be/5SrnyyT9Jh4 Virtual Candlelight Vigil for Adoptee Remembrance Day 2023: https://youtu.be/uun76F2JQpE Understanding Adoptee Challenges In this insightful conversation, Moses Farrow shares his personal experiences as an adoptee, bringing attention to the significant difficulties often faced by individuals in the same situation. He discusses the feeling of being a "square peg in a round hole," highlighting the common struggle of adoptees navigating their cultural identity and fitting into their adoptive families. Moses' shared insights underscore the importance of providing support, understanding, and validation for the unique challenges adoptees face. Tailored Mental Health Resources The discussion underscores the need for comprehensive mental health support for adoptees, taking into account the specific traumas and challenges they face. Moses highlights the prevalence of adoption trauma, urging for it to be understood as a normal response to traumatic experiences rather than pathologized as a mental disorder. He advocates for integrated mental health resources that consider the adoptee's whole experience, providing essential validation and facilitating healing and well-being. Timestamped summary of this episode: 00:01:22 - Adoptee Suicide Beth discusses the topic of adoptee suicide and shares her personal connection to it through her son Joey. Moses, who has lost three adopted siblings to suicide, emphasizes the need for better support and understanding of adopted individuals to prevent more suicides. 00:03:19 - Moses' Origin Story Moses shares his adoption story, being adopted from South Korea at the age of two. He reflects on his Korean identity and having cerebral palsy, which he believes was caused by a difficult birth experience. 00:06:21 - Childhood Dreams Moses discusses his childhood dreams and aspirations, including wanting to be an astronaut, a movie director, and a musician. He reflects on how his interests and goals evolved over time. 00:08:15 - Mental Health and Therapy Moses talks about growing up in a large adoptive family and navigating complex relationships. He reveals that he is a survivor of child abuse and highlights the lack of mental health support during his childhood, focusing more on physical health issues. 00:17:36 - Adoption as Commodification The guest shares a story from South Korea about how he feels that adoption commodifies human beings. The term "rehomed" is discussed, highlighting the disrespectful connotation it carries. The guest expresses frustration with the language used in pet adoption and human adoption. 00:18:47 - Feeling Like a Square Peg in a Round Hole The experience of being adopted is compared to feeling like a square peg in a round hole. The guest discusses not feeling like they fit in or belong anywhere, describing the struggle of not feeling Korean enough or American enough. 00:19:18 - Adopted People and Suicide Adopted individuals are four times more likely to attempt suicide. The guest acknowledges the attention given to anxiety, depression, and suicide in recent years, particularly among teens. They discuss the importance of understanding suicide within its own context and the need to destigmatize and normalize conversations about it. 00:20:41 - Normalizing Mental Health and Suicide The guest highlights the increased attention given to mental health and suicide in society, similar to the normalization of the COVID-19 pandemic. They emphasize the importance of open conversations and building support networks to validate and acknowledge individuals' struggles. 00:24:07 - Suicide Prevention as an Ongoing Journey Suicide prevention and mental wholeness cannot be viewed as achieving a goal or reaching a finish line. It is an ongoing journey and practice of self-reflection, curiosity, and intention. 00:34:57 - The Coercion in Adoption The conversation delves into the issue of voluntary adoption and questions whether individuals and institutions can truly make the decision without being influenced by the culture of coercion surrounding them. 00:35:29 - Preventing Adoption Trauma The focus shifts to the high rate of suicide attempts among adopted individuals and the need for support. The conversation emphasizes the importance of checking on adopted people regularly and providing mental health support. 00:36:02 - Updating Research on Adoption The lack of updated research on the mental health of adopted individuals is discussed, along with the need to recognize adoption trauma as a public health crisis. Mental health support and reconnecting with their pre-adoption lives are seen as crucial in addressing this issue. 00:37:23 - Overcoming Adoption Stereotypes Adopted individuals often face societal pressure to be grateful and not speak out about their experiences. The conversation emphasizes the need to recognize and validate adoptees' experiences, elevating their voices and understanding the lifelong impact of adoption. 00:41:04 - Creating Safe Spaces The importance of creating safe spaces for adoptees to share their experiences is highlighted. Sharing personal stories humanizes adoptees and challenges the commodification and dehumanization perpetuated by the adoption industry. The conversation emphasizes the need for a comprehensive approach to addressing adoption trauma.

In today's episode of Psych Talk I chat with Dr. Z, a licensed clinical psychologist, about chronic suicidality. Dr. Z first discusses the spectrum of suicidality, as well as the difference between passive and active suicidal thoughts. We discuss chronic suicidality vs. acute suicidality, as well as some interventions used to manage chronic suicidality. Dr. Z discusses what both clinicians and non-professionals can do to help someone who is experiencing chronic suicidality, as well as provides hope and encouragement for those who may be currently struggling. Dr. Z and I have a very open conversation. If you are currently struggling with suicidal ideation or this topic is difficult for you, please skip this episode. Connect with Dr. Z IG: @that.turkishpsychologist TikTok: @that.turkishpsychologist Crisis Resources: https://988lifeline.org/ https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help/ https://thrivelifeline.org/about https://www.callblackline.com/ Connect with Me: Follow me on IG @jessicaleighphd Follow the podcast on IG @psych.talk.podcast Follow me on TikTok @jessicaleighphd Follow me on Youtube  Follow me on Threads @jessicaleighphd Welcome to Group Therapy Podcast Join my Facebook community: Grow Through What You Go Through Ways to Work With Me: Mind Over Matter LGBTQ+ Affirming Masterclass Be a guest on my podcast Resources: Anti-Racism Resources LGBTQ+ Affirming Resources The Helping Professional's Guide to Boundary Setting Intro/Outro Music Life of Riley by Kevin MacLeod Music License

Former writer for the Tonight Show for 20 years and comedian who has close enough to Suicide that I know what the barrel of my gun tastes like. Spoiler Alert: I didn't pull the trigger.  ⁠ http://www.TheMentalHealthComedian.com⁠ ⁠http://www.facebook.com/thementalhealthcomedian⁠ ⁠http://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthcomedian⁠ ⁠http://www.twitter.com/theMHcomedian⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/thementalhealthcomedian⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankkingthemhcomedian⁠ ⁠⁠Born to Be Funny ⁠https://youtu.be/mugOzr6ItFk⁠⁠⁠Mental With Benefits ⁠https://youtu.be/mCnsHSdAn48⁠ A Matter of Laugh or Death ⁠https://youtu.be/IeMg6OFYfU0⁠ Suicide, The Secret of My Success ⁠https://youtu.be/3D4m33DXtsI --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/new-mind-creator/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/new-mind-creator/support

Suicide Prevention Speaker, a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years, and a full-time standup comedian for 37 years. He's fought a lifetime battle with Depression and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey into 8 TEDx Talks and insights on Mental Health Awareness (only one other person on the planet has 8 TEDx Talks…Bill Gates). Depression and suicide run in his family. He's thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He's come close enough to dying by suicide that he can tell you what the barrel of his gun tastes like… He uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences. He believes that where there is humor, there is hope; where there is laughter, there is life, and nobody dies laughing. GIFT: My online course, a $247 value, "Landing and Leveraging a TEDx" https://tinyurl.com/LearnLandLeverageaTEDx Full Online Course Password: tedxfull2022! GET SOCIAL http://www.facebook.com/thementalhealthcomedian http://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthcomedian http://www.twitter.com/theMHcomedian https://www.youtube.com/thementalhealthcomedian https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankkingthemhcomedian

Suicide Prevention Speaker, a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years, and a full-time standup comedian for 37 years. He's fought a lifetime battle with Depression and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey into 8 TEDx Talks and insights on Mental Health Awareness (only one other person on the planet has 8 TEDx Talks…Bill Gates). Depression and suicide run in his family. He's thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He's come close enough to dying by suicide that he can tell you what the barrel of his gun tastes like… He uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences. He believes that where there is humor, there is hope; where there is laughter, there is life, and nobody dies laughing. GIFT: My online course, a $247 value, "Landing and Leveraging a TEDx" https://tinyurl.com/LearnLandLeverageaTEDx Full Online Course Password: tedxfull2022! GET SOCIAL http://www.facebook.com/thementalhealthcomedian http://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthcomedian http://www.twitter.com/theMHcomedian https://www.youtube.com/thementalhealthcomedian https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankkingthemhcomedian

Tune in on Monday, 3/6/23 at 6:30am EST, for a brand new episode of The Doctor Whisperer Show featuring Speaker and Comedian, Frank King! In this episode, Frank discusses physician suicide prevention. ▪︎ ▪︎ ▪︎ A︎BOUT OUR GUEST: Frank King, Suicide Prevention Speaker, a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years, and a full-time standup comedian for 37 years. He's fought a lifetime battle with Depression and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey into 8 TEDx Talks and insights on Mental Health Awareness (only one other person on the planet has 8 TEDx Talks…Bill Gates). Depression and suicide run in his family. He's thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He's come close enough to dying by suicide that he can tell you what the barrel of his gun tastes like… He uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences. He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. http://www.facebook.com/thementalhealthcomedian http://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthcomedian http://www.twitter.com/theMHcomedian https://www.youtube.com/thementalhealthcomedian https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankkingthemhcomedian #suicideprevention #suicideawareness #physician #speaker #businessofmedicine #mentalhealth #mentalhealthspeaker --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedoctorwhisperer/message

Trigger Warning - Suicide discussed. Join Lorraine Nilon and Frank King, Suicide Prevention Speaker and a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years as the have a conversation about breaking the silence and debunking the stigma of suicide. He's fought a lifetime battle with Depression and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey into 8 TEDx Talks and insights on Mental Health Awareness (the only other person who has that many TEDx Talks is...Bill Gates). Depression and suicide run in his family. He's thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He's come close enough to ending his life that he can tell you what the barrel. of his gun tastes like. He uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences. He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. Australia: If you're in crisis or feeling unsafe, please call 000 or Lifeline on 13 11 14. https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ Beyond blue counsellor service 1300 224636 USA: 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Frank's Books: https://geni.us/gutsgrit (Amazon) Guts, Grit & The Grind: A MENtal Mechanics MANual: 10 Tools to Troubleshoot Mens Mental Health Challenges: Sally Spencer-Thomas | Frank King | Sarah Gaer https://geni.us/SzrpX (Amazon) Guts, Grit & The Grind: A MENtal Mechanics MANual: Basic Mechanics: Sally Spencer-Thomas | Sarah Gaer | Frank King Four of Frank King 8 TEDx Talks (no other person on the planet has that many) Born to Be Funny. https://youtu.be/mugOzr6ItFk Mental With Benefits. https://youtu.be/mCnsHSdAn48 A Matter of Laugh or Death. https://youtu.be/IeMg6OFYfU0 Suicide, The Secret of My Success. https://youtu.be/3D4m33DXtsI Never miss out on the announcements of the next episodes: https://www.facebook.com/LorraineNilon https://www.instagram.com/lorraine_nilon/ Check out Gems of Wisdom from Episode 016 Frank King - Use theses quotes as journal prompts, contemplation points or conversation starters. https://www.facebook.com/LorraineNilon A special WORDS OF WISDOM form for reviews - https://form.jotform.com/Insight.../words-of-wisdom-reviews- We would love to hear your Aha moments!! Thought-Provoking videos and Frank King's Flip the Book - https://youtube.com/@lorrainenilon You'll be surprised at what a session with me reveals. I take on a limited number of clients and improvement in self-awareness is inevitable after a session. I pride myself on my ability to help you understand yourself better. Book a personal session with Lorraine https://calendly.com/lorrainenilon/60min More information about Lorraine @ Lorrainenilon.com.au Lorraine spends a lot of hours producing the content for you to enjoy! Support the continuation of the podcast - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/LorraineNilon Music by Joystock - https://www.joystock.org

Frank King, Suicide Prevention Speaker, a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years, and a full-time standup comedian for 37 years. He's fought a lifetime battle with Depression and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey into 8 TEDx Talks and insights on Mental Health Awareness (only one other person on the planet has 8 TEDx Talks…Bill Gates). Depression and suicide run in his family. He's thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He's come close enough to dying by suicide that he can tell you what the barrel of his gun tastes like… He uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences. He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/john-aidan-byrne0/support

The Podcast is back. I had so much talking with Frank King. He is know as The Mental Health Comedian and we laugh and talk about our mental health challenges. Frank King BIO:   Frank King, Suicide Prevention Speaker, a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years, and a full-time standup comedian for 37 years. He's fought a lifetime battle with Depression and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey into 8 TEDx Talks and insights on Mental Health Awareness (only one other person on the planet has 8 TEDx Talks…Bill Gates). Depression and suicide run in his family. He's thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He's come close enough to dying by suicide that he can tell you what the barrel of his gun tastes like… He uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences. He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. Frank's LINKS: https://thementalhealthcomedian.com/viewpage.asp?ac=9521&a=12508&r1=95807&r2=41131&r3=37170&r4=41249 https://www.youtube.com/@TheMentalHealthComedian https://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthcomedian/   End of Show NOTES: Please email jared.diehl@gmail.com if you would like to be a guest on the podcast. Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jared-diehl-the-louder-now-podcast/id1454818946 Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jareddiehl8/ *** call 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.  TO CALL THE HOTLINE:  800-273-8255

Frank King, Suicide Prevention Speaker, a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years, and a full-time standup comedian for 37 years. He's fought a lifetime battle with Depression and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey into 8 TEDx Talks and insights on Mental Health Awareness (only one other person on the planet has 8 TEDx Talks…Bill Gates). Depression and suicide run in his family. He's thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He's come close enough to dying by suicide that he can tell you what the barrel of his gun tastes like… He uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences.  He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing.   In this episode we will explore: Why a  comedian is talking about depression and suicide. What living with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidal Ideation is like. The physical and mental aspects of a self-care plan. Frank came close enough to killing himself, that he can tell us what the barrel of his gun tastes like. He talks candidly about why he didn't pull the trigger.  Why Frank decided to become a masters bodybuilding competitor after 60 and how that helps him.  How Frank landed 8 TEDx Talks, all on mental health. (The only other person living in the world who has that many is Bill Gates).  How Frank wrote jokes for Jay Leno and the Tonight Show for 20 years. To learn more about Frank and his programs go to: https://www.thementalhealthcomedian.com/frank-king-speaking/ Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/play/toYcLgCNPv9rNHETu3bnghI95dxsVmNJYd6DMCD82pCogpG3uqk5XKXSyNATFtdNynno5ClKs4eQ5ZXN.5qzFLAuRMP1vccJ_

**TRIGGER WARNING** This episode will be talking directly about suicide, so this might not be for everyone to listen to right now. But we at Safe Home believe this is a very important topic so we hope you'll listen when it's safe for you to do so. In this week's Safe Home Podcast, Beth talks with Frank King, a comedian who wrote for The Tonight Show for over 20 years and who performs standup worldwide. Along the way, he focused his creative attention on the topic of mental health, and specifically suicidality. Now known as the Mental Health Comedian, he talks openly about his own suicidality and, using humor as a tool to open up the conversation, he informs people about suicide prevention, destigmatizes mental illness, and helps people feel seen and heard. He has a few wonderful TED Talks: including A Matter of Laugh or Death, Mental with Benefits, and Born To Be Funny. ===============

**TRIGGER WARNING** This episode will be talking directly about suicide, so this might not be for everyone to listen to right now. But we at Safe Home believe this is a very important topic so we hope you'll listen when it's safe for you to do so. In this week's Safe Home Podcast, Beth talks with Frank King, a comedian who wrote for The Tonight Show for over 20 years and who performs standup worldwide. Along the way, he focused his creative attention on the topic of mental health, and specifically suicidality. Now known as the Mental Health Comedian, he talks openly about his own suicidality and, using humor as a tool to open up the conversation, he informs people about suicide prevention, destigmatizes mental illness, and helps people feel seen and heard. He has a few wonderful TED Talks: including  A Matter of Laugh or Death, Mental with Benefits, and Born To Be Funny. ===============

Frank King, Suicide Prevention speaker and Trainer was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years, and a TEDx Coach for 7 years.He's fought a lifetime battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into 6TEDx Talks and sharing his lifesaving insights on Mental Health Awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges.Depression and suicide run in his family. He's thought about killing himself more times than he can count. A Motivational Public Speaker who uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences surrounding depression and suicide.And doing it by coming out, as it were, and standing in his truth, and doing it with humor.He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. The right person, at the right time, with the right information, can save a life.⚡ Connect with Frank: https://www.thementalhealthcomedian.com/frank-king-speaking/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankkingthemhcomedian/ | https://twitter.com/themhcomedian?lang=en | https://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthcomedian/?hl=en | ⚡ Connect with Greg Witz: witzeducation.com | LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | FacebookCheck out  our betterLEADER Program: https://www.witzeducation.com/betterleaderGreg's sole mission in life is to challenge all of us to be better. MAKING HUMANS BETTER HUMANS has been at the foundation of Witz Education for over 30 years.  Greg's sole mission in life is to challenge all of us to be better. MAKING HUMANS BETTER HUMANS has been at the foundation of Witz Education for over 30 years. As an entrepreneur, thought leader, author, mentor and father, Greg creatively blends psychology and communication skills with street smarts and a no BS approach. From startups to the White House, bringing entrepreneurs and business leaders to the top of their game is Greg's passion. His rich understanding of organizational and human development coupled with his own corporate experience allows Greg to effectively and energetically design and deliver tailor-made programs that have transformed thousands of Witz clients' careers and personal lives.Learn more about what Witz Education can do for you at witzeducation.com or call 1.866.907.9480 toll-free from anywhere in North America.

Thank you, Frank, for this very real, genuine and vital conversation today that I know it will help those suffering and living with suicidal ideation and those who love them.Meet FrankFrank King is a Suicide Prevention Speaker, has been a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years and a Comedian for 37 years. He's fought a lifetime battle with Depression and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey into 7 TEDx Talks and insights on Mental Health Awareness. Depression and suicide run in his family. He's thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He's come close enough to end his life that he can tell you what the barrel of his gun tastes like. He uses his life lessons to start the conversation by giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences. He believes that where there is humour, there is hope; where there is laughter, there is life, and nobody dies laughing.  Learn morehttp://www.facebook.com/thementalhealthcomedianhttp://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthcomedianhttp://www.twitter.com/theMHcomedianhttps://www.youtube.com/thementalhealthcomedianhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/frankkingthemhcomedianFreebie: Get a free copy of the unabridged audiobook version of "Guts, Grit, and the Grind." his first book on men's mental health is www.thementalhealthcomedian.comLearn more about your host, Nelia, at https://neliahutt.comJoin the Free 5-Day Discover Your Passion Challenge athttps://neliahutt.com/https://www.travellivegive.com. Helping you Discover Inner Peace through Giving!Email your comments, show ideas or connect at hello@neliahutt.comSubscribe to the Podcast YouTube Channel to  watch the videos of the episodesIMPORTANT*** If you or someone you know has thoughts of suicide, there is help. Call your local crisis team or the police, or go to the emergency room at your local hospital.Canadian Mental Health Association  1-800-875-6213Talk Suicide Canada  1-833-456-4566National Suicide Prevention Lifeline CALL 988 

Signs and symptoms of depression and thoughts of suicide. What to say, and what not to say. What to do, and what not to do. Objectives 1. Recognize the signs and symptoms of depression and thoughts of suicide.      2. Start the conversation on depression and suicide.    About Frank King: Frank King is a former writer for the Tonight Show for 20 years, a speaker and comedian for 35 years, and has six TEDx Talks. He lives with two mental illnesses, Depression and Chronic Suicidality, and has come close enough to dying by suicide, he can tell you what the barrel of his gun tastes like. Find out more about us on www.thedentalfestival.com  

Recognize the prevalence of death by suicide and the importance of prevention practices within the workplace.  Learn the epidemiology, etiology, and risk factors of suicidal behavior. Discover strategies for screening, assessing, and reducing the risk of suicide.   Objectives 1. Identify management and treatment modalities for patients at risk for suicide, including best practices for connecting the patient to a referral 2. Determine the relationship between workplace stress and suicide and learn valuable techniques to stress-less at work"   About Frank King  Frank King is a former writer for the Tonight Show for 20 years, a speaker and comedian for 35 years, and has six TEDx Talks. He lives with two mental illnesses, Depression and Chronic Suicidality, and has come close enough to committing suicide, he can tell you what the barrel of his gun tastes like.   Learn more about Dentistry's Got Talent here: www.thedentalfestival.com

Frank King, Suicide Prevention speaker and Trainer was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years. He's fought a lifetime battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into 6 TEDx Talks and sharing his lifesaving insights on Mental Health Awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges. Depression and suicide run in his family. He's thought about killing himself more times than he can count.  A Motivational Public Speaker who uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences surrounding depression and suicide. And doing it by coming out, as it were, and standing in his truth, and doing it with humor. He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. The right person, at the right time, with the right information, can save a life. "You can make a difference. You can save a life. I can show you how." 858.405.5653 http://www.TheMentalHealthComedian.com http://www.YourTEDxCoach.com    http://www.facebook.com/thementalhealthcomedian http://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthcomedian http://www.twitter.com/theMHcomedian https://www.youtube.com/thementalhealthcomedian https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankkingthemhcomedian Born to Be Funny https://youtu.be/mugOzr6ItFk Mental With Benefits https://youtu.be/mCnsHSdAn48 A Matter of Laugh or Death https://youtu.be/IeMg6OFYfU0 Suicide, The Secret of My Success https://youtu.be/3D4m33DXtsI   Sponsored by Kettenbach Dental.  Contact: (877) 532-2123 Website: www.kettenbach-dental.us Webshop: www.kettenbachusa.com   __________________________________ ONLY $397: Dental Membership Master Course with Dr. Chris Phelps www.membershipmastercourse.com Dental Membership Direct www.dentalmembershipdirect.com Dental Financing Direct www.dentalfinancingdirect.com   About Dr. Sonny Spera Dr. Sonny Spera graduated from Union Endicott High School in 1981. With a four-year basketball scholarship he graduated from Syracuse University in 1985; majoring in Chemistry and Psychology. He was a member of the Sigma Alpha Mu fraternity. He was also the co-captain of the 1984-1985 Syracuse basketball team. Dr. Spera graduated from SUNY Buffalo Dental School in 1989 in the top 10% of his class. At SUNY Buffalo Dental School he was a member of the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honorary Society. He was also UB Graduate Assistant Basketball coach.  Dr. Spera has been in private practice since 1989 and is a member of the American Dental Association, the New York State Dental Association, the Sixth District Dental Society and the Broome County Dental Society. He is also a member of the International Association of Orthodontics, the BC Dental Society and the BCDS Study Club. Away from the office, he volunteers with several community organizations, including the Elks Club, the Son's of Italy, the STNY Flyers, the Academy of General Dentistry, and the Basketball Coaches Association of New York. He is the founder and president of ME Hoops Inc. Dr. Spera currently resides with his wife Angela, whom he met at Syracuse University, and their three children, Marcus, Erica, and Carla. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family, basketball, golf, music and movies. 607-624-2962 (Cell) Sonnyspera@gmail.com Www.progressivedentalny.com   Do you have a FFS practice? Would you like to be interviewed? Fill out the FFS Stories request form here: https://goo.gl/forms/7TaUF9Nqi49l1RFF2

Frank King, Suicide Prevention Speaker writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years, a fulltime Speaker and Comedian for 35 Years, and a TEDx Coach for 7 years. He's fought a lifetime battle with Depression and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into 6 TEDx Talks on Mental Health, and lifesaving insights for associations, corporations, and colleges. Depression and suicide run in his family.    Frank has thought about killing himself more times than he can count, and came close enough to dying by suicide that he can tell you what the barrel of his gun tastes like. A Motivational Public Speaker who uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences surrounding depression and suicide. And doing it by coming out, as it were, and standing in his truth, and doing it with humor.    He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. The right person, at the right time, with the right information, can save a life.     If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide and would like to reach out to Frank directly, you can reach him at 858-405-5653   Visit his website: thementalhealthcomedian.com   And find him on social media @   —————————————————   Thank you to PerioProtect for sponsoring this episode!   Perio Protect is an innovative treatment regimen that utilizes custom trays, molded to the mouth of an individual patient and designed to deliver bacteria-fighting medicine deep below the gum line where brushing and flossing simply cannot reach. Our goal is to help patients avoid repetitive scaling and surgery when possible. When patients can't avoid surgery, Perio Protect can be a welcome compliment to put the disease in remission.   By drastically reducing bacteria, Perio Protect also freshens your breath. In addition, the same antimicrobials that treat gum disease also happen to deliver prescription-strength whitening benefits. So, you can treat gum disease while freshening your breath and whitening your teeth. As far as side effects go, those are worth experiencing.   Talk to your doctor today or find a provider below to get your gums healthy with Perio Tray™ therapy from Perio Protect.   www.perioprotect.com/toothordare   https://www.hatchbuck.co/3Fx89t   —————————————————   Our hosts encourage you to leave them a review! LET'S GO!   Find more of our episodes at https://www.toothordare.ca/   Follow us on Instagram!   Podcast IG: @toothordare.podcast   Irene: @toothlife.irene   Katrina: @thedentalwinegenist

Frank King – is an awesome Warrior. Suicide Prevention speaker and Trainer was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years, and a TEDx Coach for 7 years all the while living with the Zombie of a lifetime battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality. Frank turned his long dark journey into 6 TEDx Talks and sharing his life-saving insights on Mental Health Awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges. Now Frank is a Motivational Public Speaker who uses his life lessons of coming out, as it were, standing in his truth, and doing it with humor to start the conversation. Giving people permission to express their feelings and experiences surrounding depression and suicide. He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. The right person, at the right time, with the right information, can save a life. Join our #BeeKonnected Group for access to all resources and future Live Events https://bkvisionwarrior.com/Warrior

A writer for the Tonight Show for 20 Years, a full time speaker and comedian for 35 years, TEDx Coaching for 7 years, and has done 6 TEDx Talks on mental health. Speaks on Suicide Prevention as a Workplace Health and Safety Issue. Lives with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality. He's come close enough to dying by suicide that he can tell you what the barrel of his gun tastes like. www.yourtedxcoach.com 858-405-5653 www.thementalhealthcomedian.com Mentioned in this episode: Network without talking to strangers Did you know that you can network without ever talking to a stranger? It's true. Networking is not about awkward conversations and elevator pitches. It is about making connections and creating value. I'll teach you how in a two minute video at https://www.guywhoknowsaguy.com/innercircle Get my MP3 I have recorded my book in audio form. Get your copy for free at https://www.guywhoknowsaguy.com

Frank King This week Ivy Slater, host of Her Success Story, chats with her guest, Frank King. The two talk about networking and marketing for your brand, how Frank found his niche in suicide prevention, and ways to help our fellow entrepreneurs who may be depressed and suicidal. In this episode, we discuss: How Frank learned to network, and the “what can I do for you” philosophy that his mother taught The evolution of his comedy career  How he rebranded himself as an authority for suicide prevention Frank's marketing tips to live by Why it's so important to find your niche market The difference that it made in his business to give up side hustles and lock into his purpose and passion A lesson in charging what you're worth Why the Tedx stage is advantageous to businesses, speakers, coaches, and authors How having credibility, marketability, and visibility helps generate conversions for what you do Reinforce and leverage your brand  How we can help our fellow entrepreneurs who are depressed and suicidal What to look for - the standout symptoms of depression What to say to someone who you see is depressed, and what not to say How to take the power out of depressive thoughts Text help to 741741 if you are experiencing suicidal thoughts  Frank King, Suicide Prevention speaker and Trainer was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years.  He's fought a lifetime battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into 6 TEDx Talks and sharing his lifesaving insights on Mental Health Awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges.Depression and suicide run in his family. He's thought about killing himself more times than he can count.  A Motivational Public Speaker who uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences surrounding depression and suicide.  And doing it by coming out, as it were, and standing in his truth, and doing it with humor. He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. The right person, at the right time, with the right information, can save a life. http://www.TheMentalHealthComedian.com http://www.YourTEDxCoach.com http://www.facebook.com/thementalhealthcomedian http://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthcomedian http://www.twitter.com/theMHcomedian https://www.youtube.com/thementalhealthcomedian https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankkingthemhcomedian Born to Be Funny https://youtu.be/mugOzr6ItFkMental With Benefits https://youtu.be/mCnsHSdAn48A Matter of Laugh or Death https://youtu.be/IeMg6OFYfU0Suicide, The Secret of My Success https://youtu.be/3D4m33DXtsI

Today we talk about suicide prevention with The Mental Health Comedian, Frank King.   Why is this comedian talking about suicide????   Frank King, Suicide Prevention speaker and Trainer was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years. He's fought a lifetime battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into 6 TEDx Talks and sharing his lifesaving insights on Mental Health Awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges. Depression and suicide run in his family. He's thought about killing himself more times than he can count. A Motivational Public Speaker who uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences surrounding depression and suicide. And doing it by coming out, as it were, and standing in his truth, and doing it with humor. He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. The right person, at the right time, with the right information, can save a life.   NOTE: Call or text Frank if you find yourself in a situation of having suicidal thoughts - he cares 858-405-5653 Learn more about Frank at any of the links below and share this message with those you care about   ALSO, learn more about Frank and his TedX coaching at www.manifestandmonetize.com for this amazing Summit   http://www.TheMentalHealthComedian.com   http://www.YourTEDxCoach.com     http://www.facebook.com/thementalhealthcomedian http://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthcomedian http://www.twitter.com/theMHcomedian https://www.youtube.com/thementalhealthcomedian https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankkingthemhcomedian   Born to Be Funny https://youtu.be/mugOzr6ItFk Mental With Benefits https://youtu.be/mCnsHSdAn48 A Matter of Laugh or Death https://youtu.be/IeMg6OFYfU0 Suicide, The Secret of My Success https://youtu.be/3D4m33DXtsI

Special Encore Episode for Suicide Prevention Week: Frank King was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years. But these days he's helping prevent suicide. Depression and suicide run in Frank's family. He was just a young boy when his grandmother committed suicide, an image that's seared into his mind. He's thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He's fought a lifetime battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into five TEDx Talks and sharing his lifesaving insights on mental health awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges. Find out more about his work at TheMentalHealthComedian.com. And Check out Mentalhealthfirstaid.org and NAMI.org to learn more about suicide prevention. Check out https://copenotes.com/zestful for an innovative app that supports mental health. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com

Frank King, Suicide Prevention speaker and Trainer was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years. Depression and suicide run in his family. He’s thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He’s fought a lifetime battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into five TEDx Talks and sharing his lifesaving insights on Mental Health Awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges. A Motivational Public Speaker who uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences surrounding depression and suicide. And doing it by coming out, as it were, and standing in his truth, and doing it with humor. He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. The right person, at the right time, with the right information, can save a life. "You can make a difference. You can save a life. I can show you how." Contact Frank King: 858.405.5653 http://www.TheMentalHealthComedian.com http://www.YourTEDxCoach.com http://www.facebook.com/thementalhealthcomedian http://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthcomedian http://www.twitter.com/theMHcomedian https://www.youtube.com/thementalhealthcomedian https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankkingthemhcomedianBorn to Be Funny https://youtu.be/mugOzr6ItFkMental With Benefits https://youtu.be/mCnsHSdAn48A Matter of Laugh or Death https://youtu.be/IeMg6OFYfU0Suicide, The Secret of My Success https://youtu.be/3D4m33DXtsI Do you want to live an incredible life? Get started now by reading my book: "Visualizing Happiness in Every Area of Your Life" https://amzn.to/2kvAuXU What is your biggest obstacle to creating an incredible life? You can book a free 15-minute mentoring session with Dr. Kimberley Linert. Click on this booking link: https://calendly.com/drkimberley/15min Please subscribe to the podcast and take a few minutes to review on iTunes, Thank you If you have an amazing story to tell about your life and how you are sharing your gifts and talents with the world, then I would love to have you as a guest on my podcast. Contact me via email: incrediblelifepodcast@gmail.com or private message me on Facebook: www.facebook.com/incrediblelifecreator www.DrKimberleyLinert.com

TRIGGER WARNING: Topics covered may elicit strong emotions.  Suicide is a large and growing public health problem and it has been for a while. But with COVID-19, the numbers have seen a large spike. According to the World Health Organization, almost 800,000 people in the world die by suicide every year. “For each suicide, there are more than 20 suicide attempts. Suicide and attempts have a huge ripple effect on families, friends, communities, and societies.” But there is something that we can all do to prevent this public health problem.  Our guest for today is mental health comedian, Frank King. Frank was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years. He’s fought a lifetime battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into 6 TEDx Talks to help others. For Frank, suicide is not a new topic. Depression and suicide run in his family. He’s thought about killing himself more times than he can count. But with help, he was able to overcome this health problem and uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences surrounding depression and suicide. He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. The right person, at the right time, with the right information, can save a life.  Mental health is an important topic and these are conversations we need to have more and more. Let’s start the conversation.  FRANK’S JOURNEY Frank’s career began as an insurance agent. But a few years into his career, he felt that this was not his calling. He then ventured out as a comedian. He knew that he would not have anything to lose if this new career path didn't work out.  But fortunately, it did. For 2,629 nights non-stop he and his then girlfriend hit the road moving from one comedy bar to another. From the “Comedy Condo” to the corporate side of comedy. A few years into his career, his business suddenly started facing bankruptcy, and that’s where he learned what the barrel of his gun tasted like.   But, spoiler alert - he didn’t pull the trigger. Frank used his experiences to start the conversation about suicide and mental health.  WHAT IS MENTAL HEALTH COMEDY? Who would you rather listen to for 45 minutes about mental health? A clinician or a comedian?  Mental health comedy is not joking about mental health and suicide but funny personal anecdotes. They call it comic relief for a reason. Frank’s love for speaking and comedy mixed with his yearning to teach others about the importance of mental health is how his career as a mental health comedian began. In January 1, 2018, he decided that he would be a suicide prevention speaker. With his family history in generational depression and suicide (from his grandmother, to his aunt, to his mother), he knew that the topic for his keynote picked him - suicide prevention. He then began speaking about suicide prevention and spreading the important message around it.  WHY IS NO ONE TALKING ABOUT SUICIDE? “You can be surrounded by love but the mind can be a lonely place at times”.  Suicide is on the rise in the United States, but people still don’t know quite how to talk about it. Although suicide awareness and mental health have come a long way, there is still so much stigma around them, which can make it difficult to talk about for those affected.   According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2018/06/more-americans-are-dying-from-suicide/562406/ (suicide has risen by 30 percent in the United States between 1999 and 2016). It can be hard to think about suicide — much less talk about it. Many people shy away from the subject. They fear they might say the wrong thing. Those who have never experienced suicidal thoughts may even find it impossible to understand. And suicide definitely

#009: Frank King is a Suicide Prevention speaker and trainer and was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years.He has fought a lifetime battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into five TEDx Talks and sharing his lifesaving insights on Mental Health Awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges.Depression and suicide run in his family. He's thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He is a Motivational Public Speaker who uses his life lessons to start the conversation and give people permission to voice their feelings and experiences surrounding depression and suicide.He does this by coming out, as it were, and standing in his truth, and doing it with humor.He believes that where there is humor there is hope, and where there is laughter there is life. Nobody dies laughing. The right person, at the right time, with the right information, can save a life.You are going to learn a lot in this episode: from how to notice depression and suicidal ideation in people you care about and what to do if you notice those things in yourself or others to how to pitch yourself as a TEDx speaker and tips to actually get booked on TEDx stages around the world.TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE:Talking about mental illness helps other people with mental illness know they are not alone.If you are suffering from depression here are three things Frank recommends that have helped him:  1. Have a self-care plan, which includes: diet, exercise, a good night's sleep,  meditation, and medication 2. Gamify things on your to-do list 3. Maintain a routineControl the things you can control that will aid your mental health.If you want to do a TEDx talk, type into Google “TEDx Applications 2021” and look for the dot coms. There will be a link on those websites to apply to speak.Many TEDx markets are highly competitive, so i f you want to do a TEDx talk, you need to grab the application committee from immediately and not let them go until they are pretty far down the page.Know the three to six learning objectives of your TEDx talk because the TEDx committee will ask.Apply to give TEDx talks all over the place. 8 out of 10 suicidal people want someone to notice they are suicidal and interrupt their plans.9 out of 10 suicidal people give hints in the week leading up to an attempt.Frank believes the most dangerous sign is if someone has been depressed forever and all of a sudden they are happy for no apparent reason. They may have chosen time, place, and method and are happy because they know it's coming to an end.   ***If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline  at 1-800-273-8255, or text “HOME” to 741741.MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:http://www.TheMentalHealthComedian.comhttp://www.YourTEDxCoach.com http://www.facebook.com/thementalhealthcomedianhttp://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthcomedianhttps://www.youtube.com/thementalhealthcomedianSuicide Prevention Punchline PodcastSONG:Bang Sugar Bang - Little Bit of Hope

Frank King, Suicide Prevention Speaker and Trainer, was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years.Depression and suicide run in his family. He's thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He's fought a lifetime battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into five TEDx Talks and sharing his lifesaving insights on Mental Health Awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges.A Motivational Public Speaker who uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences surrounding depression and suicide.And doing it by coming out, as it were, and standing in his truth, and doing it with humor.He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. The right person, at the right time, with the right information, can save a life.You can find his Tedx talks on YouTube by searching for "Frank King, A Matter of Laugh or Death." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Frank King, the Mental Health Comedian. openly discusses his family history with suicide and his lifelong battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality. Hear how Frank turned his mental illness into a comedy career including 20 years as a writer for the Tonight Show, 5X TedTalks, and why laughter is the best medicine.

My second guest this week has the most incredible story. She has been depressed and suicidal since the age of 6 or 7! Losing her beloved father as a child was a very difficult life blow for her, and she struggled for years "looking for love in all the wrong places, with a broken heart". Thankfully, she found healing with "inner guidance", and rid herself of all the chronic ailments including thyroid disease, fibromyalgia and irritable bowel syndrome! Today, she is a transformational coach and energy healer. She is helping others cross over to the other side, with minimal pain. She is a shining star and a bright light. Find out how she did it, and what it took. Quotables: "I felt very unloved" "It is possible to thrive" "When you are needy, you try to control things" Where to find her: Rajyalovelife.com PS: Join her and some more awesome "sur-thrivors" like you for an awesome event coming up in November by clicking the link below: https://www.rajyalovelife.com/bookings-checkout/online-workshop-flip-your-existence There are life coaches, there are motivational speakers, but what about motivational life coaches? Well, guess what? I am getting certified as a (motivational) life coach! YAAAASSSS!!!! Are you stuck trying to make a tough life decision? Worried about what the next step in your life would be? Think you cannot move forward? Overwhelmed? Let's talk...I will help you get past that midset... I guarantee it! calendly.com/drlulu Coach-Dr. Lulu --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/uchenna-lizmay-umeh/support

Frank King is a Suicide Prevention speaker and Trainer and was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years….AND depression and suicide runs in his family. Frank has thought about killing himself more times than he can count because of his lifelong battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality. Leadership means we have a voice when it's needed AND leaders need to take care of themselves so they can take care of others. Frank has some real life ways to cope and succeed in the face of severe challenges. By coming out he stands in his truth and uses humor to get this very serious message to those in need and loved one around them. He has given five TEDx Talks and shares his lifesaving insights on Mental Health Awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges. Here’s one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FzmcoT3A1IM He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. The right person, at the right time, with the right information, can save a life.

Frank King is a Suicide Prevention speaker and Trainer and was formerly a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years. Depression and suicide run in his family. He’s thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He’s fought a lifetime battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into five TEDx Talks and sharing his lifesaving insights on Mental Health Awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges. As a Motivational Public Speaker who uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences surrounding depression and suicide. And doing it by coming out, as it were, and standing in his truth, and doing it with humor. He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. The right person, at the right time, with the right information, can save a life. http://www.TheMentalHealthComedian.com (http://www.thementalhealthcomedian.com/) http://www.yourtedxcoach.com (http://www.yourtedxcoach.com/) http://www.facebook.com/thementalhealthcomedian http://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthcomedian http://www.twitter.com/theMHcomedian https://www.youtube.com/thementalhealthcomedian https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankkingthemhcomedian

Episode 73 - Frank King, "The Mental Health Comedian," on “how to stay socially distant and sane in the process.” (Part of the Dentist Well-Being Series) Rob and Paul host Frank King, “The Mental Health Comedian,” a suicide prevention and postvention public speaker and trainer, as well as writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years. Depression and suicide run in Frank's family and he's fought a lifelong battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality. Frank has turned that long dark journey of the soul into five TEDx Talks and shares his lifesaving insights on Mental Health Awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges. Rob and Paul chat with Frank about dealing with stress and depression during the COVID-19 era focusing on “how to stay socially distant and sane in the process.” They also discuss how to look for signs in a team member who is suffering from depression and what to do if you detect them and the importance of a self-care plan. This episode is Frank King's second appearance on the Dental Amigos podcast and another installment of the Dentist Well-Being Series of podcasts that The Dental Amigos will host from time to time. If you found this episode helpful, be sure to check out Frank's first appearance on The Dental Amigos podcast: Episode 29 – Frank King, “The Mental Health Comedian” (Part of the Dentist Well-Being Series) Links and Important Information Mentioned on the Show (and during Frank's previous appearance): Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255 or type “connect” to 741741 Frank's cell number: 858-405-5653 http://www.TheMentalHealthComedian.com https://www.nami.org www.MentalHealthFirstAid.com http://www.facebook.com/thementalhealthcomedian http://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthcomedian http://www.twitter.com/theMHcomedian https://www.youtube.com/thementalhealthcomedian https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankkingthemhcomedian

Frank King, suicide prevention speaker, discusses specific steps people can take to care for their mental health during social distancing.Interviewed by Chris ClewsSpeaker/Author of the book series “What 80s Pop Culture Teaches Us About Today’s Workplace”. Frank Kinghttp://www.yourtedxcoach.comFrank King, Suicide Prevention speaker and Trainer was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years. Depression and suicide run in his family. He’s thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He’s fought a lifetime battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into five TEDx Talks and sharing his lifesaving insights on Mental Health Awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges. A Motivational Public Speaker who uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences surrounding depression and suicide. And doing it by coming out, as it were, and standing in his truth, and doing it with humor. He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. The right person, at the right time, with the right information, can save a life.

Frank King was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years. But these days he’s helping prevent suicide. Depression and suicide run in Frank’s family. He was just a young boy when his grandmother committed suicide, an image that’s seared into his mind. He’s thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He’s fought a lifetime battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into five TEDx Talks and sharing his lifesaving insights on mental health awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges. Find out more about his work at TheMentalHealthComedian.com. And Check out Mentalhealthfirstaid.org and NAMI.org to learn more about suicide prevention. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.

Join us for a special episode with guest, Frank King.In this episode of Mentorships in Education, we welcome Frank King, a Suicide Prevention speaker and Trainer who was also a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years. Mentorships in Education is brought to you by Just Education, LLC and is hosted by Judith Epstein. Judith has a Master's degree in Education with a concentration in Language Acquisition. She is certified in special education with post-graduate coursework and professional development in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Social Thinking, and Collaborative & Proactive Solutions and Acceptance and Commitment therapy (ACT). Judith created Just Education, LLC to compile a free resource library for mentors of students who struggle on a wide variety of topics that are all related to education and student success.About Dr. Charlton WolfgangFrank King, Suicide Prevention speaker and Trainer was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years.Depression and suicide run in his family. He’s thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He’s fought a lifetime battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into five TEDx Talks and sharing his lifesaving insights on Mental Health Awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges.A Motivational Public Speaker who uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences surrounding depression and suicide.And doing it by coming out, as it were, and standing in his truth, and doing it with humor.He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. The right person, at the right time, with the right information, can save a life.Frank's TEDx Talks:Born to Be Funny https://youtu.be/mugOzr6ItFkMental With Benefits https://youtu.be/mCnsHSdAn48A Matter of Laugh or Death https://youtu.be/IeMg6OFYfU0Suicide, The Secret of My Success https://youtu.be/3D4m33DXtsIFrank's Social Media:http://www.facebook.com/thementalhealthcomedianhttp://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthcomedianhttp://www.twitter.com/theMHcomedianhttps://www.youtube.com/thementalhealthcomedianhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/frankkingthemhcomedianCONNECT WITH USEmail Judi: info@justeducationfirst.comOur Website: http://justeducationfirst.comJudi on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/judith-epstein-30936971

Frank King was a writer for the Tonight Show for 20 years, and he holds the record for the longest non-stop comedy club road trip ever. Beginning the day after Christmas in 1985, he and his wife (who must have the patient of Job) were on the road 2,629 nights, a bit over 7 years,in a row, comedy club to comedy club and cheap motel room to cheap motel room, with no home, just a PO Box and voice mail. Along the way he worked with Jerry Seinfeld, Jeff Foxworthy, Ron White, Adam Sandler, Dennis Miller, Ellen DeGeneres, Rosie O'Donnel, Kevin Nealon, Bill Engval, Dr. Ken Joeng, Rita Sirleaf and Kevin James among others.     Since becoming a public speaker on Suicide Prevention in 2014, he's done five TEDx Talks, has another one scheduled for February, and he's in the second round of auditions for DukeTEDx. In 2016 Frank King began coaching potential TEDx Talkers, when a number of his speaker coaching clients approached him and asked if he would coach them on scoring a TEDx Talk opportunity. Since then, those half-dozen clients have all done their first TEDx Talk, one of those is scheduled to do her second early in 2019, and four of them are also in the second round of auditions for DukeTEDx!   What made you stop doing comedy clubs after 2,629 nights? Do you ever go to a comedy club? How does mental illness health fit into comedy? Who were the hosts you wrote for on the tonight show? What was the craziest thing you experienced when writing for the tonight show? Is ADD really a disease and is it over-diagnosed/treated? Why is dyslexia a gift? “Normies don't get it” 1,000, 000 people attempt suicide and 39,000 are successful. My experience with a suicide prevention line. My friends who committed suicide. Chronic Suicidality what is it? What do the words Depression and Suicide mean? Chronic Suicidality what is it? What is your mental illness and how did your it help you in your personal life? Protected from pedophiles. Does suicide run in families? What has been your closest encounter with suicide? How does bipolar figure into depression? What do most people don't understand about suicide? Avoiding the pain they don't really want to die. Fake smile. If people want to reach to you how can they do that? http://www.TheMentalHealthComedian.com http://www.yourtedxcoach.com   Social Media http://www.facebook.com/thementalhealthcomedian http://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthcomedian http://www.twitter.com/theMHcomedian https://www.youtube.com/thementalhealthcomedian https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankkingthemhcomedian   TEDx Talks Born to Be Funny https://youtu.be/mugOzr6ItFkMental With Benefits https://youtu.be/mCnsHSdAn48 A Matter of Laugh or Death https://youtu.be/IeMg6OFYfU0 Suicide, The Secret of My Success https://youtu.be/3D4m33DXtsI   SHOCK WAVE MEDICAL GRADE ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION THERAPY AT HOME, AT A FRACTION OF THE COST Get More Information and Get “The Phoenix” Here https://getmyphoenix.com/?oid=1&affid=25   Are You Suffering With ED But Are Too EMBARRASSED TO FIND OUT YOUR OPTIONS DETAILS ON MEDICAL GRADE THERAPIES HERE AT https://www.myjunkdoesnotwork.com

On this Facebook Live series converted into a podcast, Len sits down with Frank King to discuss suicide prevention in the workplace as a health and safety issue. Frank King helps workplaces appreciate the critical need for suicide prevention, creating a forum for dialogue and critical thinking about workplace mental health challenges. It builds a business case for suicide prevention while promoting help-seeking and help-giving. Interactive exercises and case studies help employers and their staff apply and customize the content to their specific work culture.   Frank King, Suicide Prevention speaker and Trainer was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years. Depression and suicide run in his family. He's thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He's fought a lifetime battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into five TEDx Talks and sharing his lifesaving insights on Mental Health Awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges. A Motivational Public Speaker who uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences surrounding depression and suicide. And doing it by coming out, as it were, and standing in his truth, and doing it with humor. He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. The right person, at the right time, with the right information, can save a life.

Frank King, Suicide Prevention speaker and trainer, was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years. Depression and suicide run in his family. He’s thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He’s fought a lifetime battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into five TEDx Talks and sharing his lifesaving insights on Mental Health Awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges. In this episode, we discuss: :: his journey to become a comedian and eventually one who focuses on the topics of depression and suicide :: what signs to look for in another individual who may be considering suicide :: what to say to someone who is suicidal :: how to be with someone in their own darkness You can find Frank online here as well as here. His social media handles are as follows: :: IG @mentalhealthcomedian :: Twitter @theMHcomedian :: YouTube @thementalhealthcomedian :: LinkedIn @frankkingthemhcomedian His TedX Talks can be found at these links: https://youtu.be/mugOzr6ItFk https://youtu.be/mCnsHSdAn48 https://youtu.be/IeMg6OFYfU0 https://youtu.be/3D4m33DXtsI His personal phone number, which he has shared with our listeners is: 858-405-5653 The suicide prevention numbers are as follows: National Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 Text HELP to 741741

Jim identifies 7 factors of divorce, the guys answer a question about chronic suicidal ideation, and address gambling addiction. Also Jacob explains racisim. This week's THERAPRODUCER sponsors are Robert Brownie Junior Mint and Kyla Lansbury!BECOME A THERAPAL, THERAPOD, PTHERADACTYL or ex officio THERAPRODUCER atwww.Patreon.com/therapyASK YOUR QUESTIONS atwww.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFacebook.com/PodTherapyTwitter.com/PodTherapyGuysTO SHARE THIS EPISODE COPY/PASTE:https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/pt128-spreaker

Jim identifies 7 factors of divorce, the guys answer a question about chronic suicidal ideation, and address gambling addiction. Also Jacob explains racisim. This week's THERAPRODUCER sponsors are Robert Brownie Junior Mint and Kyla Lansbury!BECOME A THERAPAL, THERAPOD, PTHERADACTYL or ex officio THERAPRODUCER atwww.Patreon.com/therapyASK YOUR QUESTIONS atwww.PodTherapy.netPodTherapyGuys@gmail.comFacebook.com/PodTherapyTwitter.com/PodTherapyGuysTO SHARE THIS EPISODE COPY/PASTE:https://www.spreaker.com/user/10313270/pt128-spreaker

Frank King, Suicide Prevention speaker and Trainer was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years. Depression and suicide run in his family. He’s thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He’s fought a lifetime battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into five TEDx Talks and sharing his lifesaving insights on Mental Health Awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges. A Motivational Public Speaker who uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences surrounding depression and suicide. And doing it by coming out, as it were, and standing in his truth, and doing it with humor. He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. The right person, at the right time, with the right information, can save a life. Frank has taken a professional hit as a victim of the "cancel culture" after the media reported widely on his brush with COVID 19 on a cruise ship gig. He says the mainstream media didn't present a fair picture of the drama. Also know as the mental health comedian, Frank has emerged stronger and survived the international media attack with grace and good humor. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/john-aidan-byrne/support

Is it ever OK to joke about mental illness or suicide? In today’s Not Crazy podcast, Gabe and Lisa welcome Frank King, a comedian who’s turned his struggles with major depression and suicidal thinking into comedic material.   What do you think? Is joking about suicide too heavy? Or is humor a good coping mechanism? Join us for an in-depth discussion on gallows humor. For More Information and a complete transcript, visit Podcast: Joking About Suicide- Is It Ever Okay? Find us online at: https://psychcentral.com/blog/notcrazy/ Guest Information for 'Frank King- Joking and Suicide' Podcast Episode Frank King, Suicide Prevention speaker and Trainer was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years. Depression and suicide run in his family. He’s thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He’s fought a lifetime battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into five TEDx Talks and sharing his lifesaving insights on Mental Health Awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges. A Motivational Public Speaker who uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences surrounding depression and suicide. And doing it by coming out, as it were, and standing in his truth, and doing it with humor. He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. The right person, at the right time, with the right information, can save a life. About The Hosts   Gabe Howard is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations, available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from Gabe Howard. To learn more, please visit his website, gabehoward.com. Gabe also hosts The Psych Central Podcast available on your favorite podcast player or by visiting psychcentral.com/show.    Lisa is the producer of the Psych Central podcast, Not Crazy. She is the recipient of The National Alliance on Mental Illness's “Above and Beyond” award, has worked extensively with the Ohio Peer Supporter Certification program, and is a workplace suicide prevention trainer. Lisa has battled depression her entire life and has worked alongside Gabe in mental health advocacy for over a decade. She lives in Columbus, Ohio, with her husband; enjoys international travel; and orders 12 pairs of shoes online, picks the best one, and sends the other 11 back.      

Frank King, Suicide Prevention and Postvention Public Speaker and Trainer was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years.Depression and suicide run his family. He’s thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He’s fought a lifetime battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into five TEDx Talks and sharing his lifesaving insights on Mental Health Awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges.A Motivational Public Speaker who uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences surrounding depression and suicide.And doing it by coming out, as it were, and standing in his truth, and doing it with humor.He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. The right person, at the right time, with the right information, can save a life.https://www.thementalhealthcomedian.com/To learn more about Rob Lohman, visit www.LiftedFromTheRut.com

Through comedy, Frank has discovered ways to overcome Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality. He is a Suicide Prevention and Postvention Public Speaker and Trainer, was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years, is a Corporate Comedian, syndicated humor columnist, and podcast personality, who was featured on CNN's Business Unusual is now here on TTSP to talk about his life and how he overcame his struggle with deteriorating mental health. Check out www.thementalhealthcomedian.com for more information on Frank. If you need someone to talk to: Frank: 858-405-5653 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Fighting a lifetime battle with depression Frank King has thought about killing himself more times than you can imagine. Frank has led an extraordinary life. He wrote for The Tonight Show for over 20 years, and his journey with chronic suicidality not only makes for a fascinating listen, he has become a public motivational speaker and trainer who travels the world and has given key-note speeches at multiple TED talks events. He is also a full-time comedian and uses his humour and compassion to not only educate others about terms like ‘chronic suicidality', ‘chronic suicidal ideation' and ‘generational depression and suicide' but also to help others who are suffering from the same condition, including those who didn't realise that is what they had all along.In this podcast Frank talks about his story; what was the tipping point? Why is he still alive? He also explains how on so many occasions his talks have led to more and more people coming forward suffering from a similar problem.If you have been affected by or are suffering with suicidal thoughts, please seek medical help and advice immediately.The Samaritans contact details:https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/Frank also has a new book coming out March 1st 2020. Link to the book's website found here: http://www.gutsgritgrind.com/Frank can be contacted over phone and email:Contact Frank King:Call Frank: +1 858-405-5653Email: frank@thementalhealthcomedian.com Frank King's website and social media:http://www.TheMentalHealthComedian.comhttp://www.facebook.com/thementalhealthcomedianhttp://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthcomedianhttp://www.twitter.com/theMHcomedianhttps://www.youtube.com/thementalhealthcomedianhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/frankkingthemhcomedian

Hello, friends! Excited to bring you this new Q&A session with three awesome questions (plus one bonus question for Patreon).  Here are the questions covered: What can I do about blood, injury, and injection phobia? How can I change my chronic suicidality? How can I make my partner more supportive? As always you can send me questions to duffthepsych@gmail.com This week's sponsors are Openfit and BetterHelp

Frank King, Suicide Prevention speaker and Trainer was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years. Depression and suicide run his family. He's thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He's fought a lifetime battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into five TEDx Talks and sharing his lifesaving insights on Mental Health Awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges. A Motivational Public Speaker who uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences surrounding depression and suicide. And doing it by coming out, as it were, and standing in his truth, and doing it with humor. He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. The right person, at the right time, with the right information, can save a life. His website Frank's cell phone number: (858) 405-5653 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255. Teens: text CONNECT to 741741.     ABOUT Mark ‘Ski' Struczewski (“Mister Productivity”) works with executives to help them gain control of their time by taming distractions so they can experience less overwhelm, feel a sense of freedom and enjoy their lives.   In addition to being a productivity coach, Mark is a speaker, host of The Mark Struczewski Podcast and an author. His strategies have guided CEO's/Executive Directors, business owners, business corporate specialists and entrepreneurs get back control of their time. You can find out more about how to connect with Mark and his mission to create confident leaders at misterproductivity.com.   If you're looking to take your productivity to the next level or if you are interested in bringing me in to speak at your event, visit MarkStruczewski.com.   Join The 7 Day Productivity Challenge or go to MarkStruczewski.com/7day   Follow me: LinkedIn Twitter Instagram Facebook   If you love the show, share it with a friend on Apple Podcasts.

Frank King, Suicide Prevention speaker and Trainer was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years. Depression and suicide run his family. He's thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He's fought a lifetime battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into five TEDx Talks and sharing his lifesaving insights on Mental Health Awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges. A Motivational Public Speaker who uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences surrounding depression and suicide. And doing it by coming out, as it were, and standing in his truth, and doing it with humor. He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. The right person, at the right time, with the right information, can save a life. His website Frank's cell phone number: (858) 405-5653 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255. Teens: text CONNECT to 741741. ABOUT Mark ‘Ski' Struczewski (“Mister Productivity”) works with executives to help them gain control of their time by taming distractions so they can experience less overwhelm, feel a sense of freedom and enjoy their lives. In addition to being a productivity coach, Mark is a speaker, host of The Mark Struczewski Podcast and an author. His strategies have guided CEO's/Executive Directors, business owners, business corporate specialists and entrepreneurs get back control of their time. You can find out more about how to connect with Mark and his mission to create confident leaders at misterproductivity.com. If you're looking to take your productivity to the next level or if you are interested in bringing me in to speak at your event, visit MarkStruczewski.com. Join The 7 Day Productivity Challenge or go to MarkStruczewski.com/7day Follow me: LinkedIn Twitter Instagram Facebook If you love the show, share it with a friend on Apple Podcasts.

Frank King, Suicide Prevention speaker and Trainer was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years. Depression and suicide run in his family. He's thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He's fought a lifetime battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into five TEDx Talks and sharing his lifesaving insights on Mental Health Awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges. A Motivational Public Speaker who uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences surrounding depression and suicide. And doing it by coming out, as it were, and standing in his truth, and doing it with humor. He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. The right person, at the right time, with the right information, can save a life. If you ever need someone to talk to, give him a call at +1-858-405-5653.

I talk with Frank King, a former writer for the Tonight Show, soon-to-be 5-time Ted Talk Speaker, and Mental Health speaker. -- This episode was sponsored by Audible. Start your free, 30-day trial today to get 1 audiobook and 2 Audible Originals for FREE by going to AudibleTrial.com/TheHappinessQuestion. -- More about Frank: Frank King, Suicide Prevention Speaker, and Trainer was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years. Depression and suicide run his family. He’s thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He’s fought a lifetime battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into five TEDx Talks and sharing his lifesaving insights on Mental Health Awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges. A Motivational Public Speaker who uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences surrounding depression and suicide. And doing it by coming out, as it were, and standing in his truth, and doing it with humor. He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. The right person, at the right time, with the right information, can save a life. -- You can more of Frank by going to thementalhealthcomedian.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thehappinessquestion/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thehappinessquestion/support

Even in today's world, where mental health is becoming more mainstream to talk about, there's still a stigma surrounding those dreaded two words. Even more than that, what about the judgemental mindset that comes with admitting you've attempted suicide, or live with chronic suicidality?It's for those very reasons that I wanted to bring Frank King, The Mental Health Comedian, onto the podcast so we can discuss not only some of his story and his work, but primarily in hopes of helping at least one person start a conversation that could make the difference between being alive today, and gone tomorrow.Frank King, aka The Mental Health Comedian, is a Suicide Prevention and Postvention Public Speaker and Trainer who turned a lifelong battle with depression into a keynote worth spreading. His mission is to end the stigma surrounding mental health by sharing his insights with anyone and everyone who will listen in an effort to “start the conversation.”Frank uses comedy and personal life lessons to help break the ice and start an engaging conversation amongst those struggling with mental and emotional stability. This act of faith helps those struggling to find a voice to express themselves. He believes that where there is humor there is hope. And where there is laughter there is life… Nobody dies laughing.During our chat, Frank shares how he got started as a comedian, speaker, and trainer, and how he's able to use his own life experiences to create a sense of support and understanding for those who struggle, and those who are supporting them. He talks about living with chronic suicidality, and how that affects even the most normal of everyday circumstances.The stories Frank shares of his experiences throughout his life are sure to not only move you deeply but also make you smile and laugh...a combination you don't see very much in the world of mental health and suicide prevention.If you get the opportunity to see Frank King perform, please don't pass up the opportunity. He's an amazing guy who has dedicated his life to helping people stay on this planet, one day at a time. Be sure and head over to TheMentalHealthComedian.com and follow him on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, & YouTube.If you enjoy these podcasts would you consider doing 3 easy things for us?Share it with one person who might find it helpful.Leave a review on your favorite podcasting app.Follow the podcast on that same app, so you never miss an episode.That’s it…Super Easy and it would mean the world to us.If you want to go a step further, we have a special Thank You just for You!All conversation and information exchanged during participation on Beyond Your Past Radio and BeyondYourPastRadio.com is intended for educational and informational purposes only. Nothing on the podcast or posted on the above-mentioned website are supplements for or supersedes the relationship and direction of your medical or mental health providers. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sPH8pMZ)

What is funny about depression? Especially the crippling kind! Join comic Jessica Holmes along with Frank King, The Mental Health Comedian, as they share the highs and lows of stand up while dealing with functional and often nonfunctional depression!Frank King, Suicide Prevention and Postvention Public Speaker and Trainer was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years. Depression and suicide run his family. He’s thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He’s fought a lifetime battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into five TEDx Talks and sharing his lifesaving insights on Mental Health Awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges. A Motivational Public Speaker who uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences surrounding depression and suicide.And doing it by coming out, as it were, and standing in his truth, and doing it with humor. He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. The right person, at the right time, with the right information, can save a life.http://www.TheMentalHealthComedian.comhttp://www.facebook.com/thementalhealthcomedianA Matter of Laugh or Death https://youtu.be/IeMg6OFYfU0Suicide, The Secret of My Success https://youtu.be/3D4m33DXtsIComedian Jessica Holmes had a great career and a happy family so it seemed a bit strange that she couldn’t get off the couch.A member of the venerable comedy TV show Royal Canadian Air Farce, Holmes was also opening for the likes of Jerry Seinfeld and Ellen DeGeneres, and emceeing for Oprah.But Holmes’ sofa slump didn’t abate. Finally she was diagnosed with depression. But as any good comedian knows everything has the potential to become material so Holmes took her mental health and made it the topic of her self-deprecating, candid, and emotional and funny new book Depression the Comedy: A Tale of Perseverance (Page Two Books, April 28, 2019).Holmes talks about her postpartum depression and her second depression some years later, when she "became less of a June Cleaver and more of a David-Hasselhoff-when-his-daughter-videotaped-him-lying-facedown-on-the-bathroom-floor-unsuccessfully-trying-to-eat-a-hamburger."Recalling her frustration when "NBDs" ("Never Been Depressed") would ask, "Well, why don’t you just get out there and do something?" Holmes points out that "one of the most prevalent symptoms of depression is not feeling like doing anything, ever.""It’s an illness," she reminds us. "I’ve never met someone with Type 2 diabetes and thought: ‘See, I’ve always just eaten bags of delicious sugar and been fine, so I’m not sure why you can’t figure it out."www.jessicaholmes.com

The Mental Health Comedian, Frank King, joins Dr. Lisa Day and Kristin Sunanta Walker for a show about teen suicide. What is the best way to approach people that are suicidal? How to approach people that say they're suicidal, but may not be. Frank King, Suicide Prevention and Postvention Public Speaker and Trainer was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years. He joins host Kristin Sunanta Walker on Mental Health News Radio as cohost for some of our shows. Depression and suicide run his family. He’s thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He’s fought a lifetime battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into five TEDx Talks and sharing his lifesaving insights on Mental Health Awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges. A Motivational Public Speaker who uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences surrounding depression and suicide. And doing it by coming out, as it were, and standing in his truth, and doing it with humor. He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. The right person, at the right time, with the right information, can save a life.www.thementalhealthcomedian.com

Frank King, Suicide Prevention and Postvention Public Speaker and Trainer, was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years, is a Corporate Comedian, syndicated humor columnist, and podcast personality, who was featured on CNN’s Business Unusual. Depression and suicide run his family. He’s thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He’s fought a lifetime battle with depression, and thoughts of ending his life, turning that long dark journey of the soul into a TED Talk, “A Matter of Laugh or Death,” which you can watch at FrankTEDTalk.com, and sharing his lifesaving insights on Mental and Emotional Health Awareness, with corporation, association, youth (middle school and high school), and college audiences. As an Inspirational and Motivational Public Speaker and Trainer he uses the life lessons from the above, as well as lessons learned as a rather active consumer of healthcare, both mental and physical, to start the conversation giving people who battle Mental and Emotional Illness permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences surrounding depression and suicide, and to create a common pool of knowledge in which those who suffer, and those who care about them, can swim. And doing it by coming out, as it were, and standing in his truth, and doing it with humor. He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. He is currently working on a book on men’s mental fitness, Guts, Grit, and the Grind, with two coauthors. He lives in Eugene, OR and speaks around the US, and all over the world. Key Points from the Episode with Frank King: Frank has a backstory of suicide being a very real part of his family. So some may find it odd that he became a comedian, but he sees the two intertwined. As he reminds us, where there's laughter, there's life – no one dies laughing. He spent the first part of his adult life as many do - working in a fine job that paid the bills, but didn't pay his soul. It got to the point where he realized he would kill himself if he stayed there. The alternative, pursuing his dreams in comedy could leave him penniless. That's when he had a revelation that unlocked potential. We chose the devil we know rather than the devil we don't. "Normal" people would look at a bad situation with uncertain outcomes in the alternatives, and they stay where they are. For Frank and his diagnosis of Chronic Suicidality, it's more of looking at a raging brushfire coming for him while he's standing at the edge of a ravine. While "Normal" people might face the fire despite the certain death, Frank would jump because he sees no risk to it since he'd die either way so he might as well try something else. He shared a simple example that clarifies what this Chronic Suicidality means in his daily life – his car broke down a while ago. "Normal" people would look at it as a binary situation where you either fix it or replace it. For Frank, he had a third option – he could just kill himself. Put another way, he always sees a way out, so he uses that to help him pursue possibilities. The key is to find a way to see that vision of potential without having to turn to suicide. If he stayed in the job, he would kill himself. If he left and failed, he could still just kill himself. That thought removed the cost of taking the leap, so that's exactly what he did. Frank focused on suicide prevention and support a lot. What he realized is how valuable it is for the person supporting you to reallyget it, to reallyunderstand what you are feeling. Since he has been there, he realized he had to be in that support role. What he found is that people need one of two things, and you need to see which they really want. Do they want someone to help them through it and talk them out of it, or to just listen. Interestingly, Frank is not reckless in his behavior despite the suicide thoughts. He has now been through divorce, bankruptcy and more, and is still standing, which is a testament to the power of support and self-reflection. Frank likened someone committing suicide to how a plane crash works. It's not usually one single thing, but rather a cascade of events. If you can nudge those events even slightly, you may be able to change the outcome, which is his goal. We talked about his self-care plan, which helps him relate differently to his Chronic Suicidality. He meditates for 30 minutes a day; after 60 years, he decided to look into medication, which he now uses and realized he actually likes his life; and he lives an active, healthy life and eats a healthy diet. He actually ended up competing in a body building contest shortly after we recorded this episode. Speaking out loud about his mental illness is also one of the most beneficial things he's done. It's been freeing and empowering in a way he did not expect or understand until he did it. We talked about the power of control a lot, and he shared the story of his mother as she was at the end of her life. There was debate about letting her self-administer pain medication when getting too much would kill her. Frank shared the study results on the subject that showed that, when patients are allowed to push a button to give themselves pain medication, they actually use lessthan when someone else administers it at regular intervals. The reason is control. As he's reflected on his struggles with suicide, he sees how inserting situations where he has control has helped. This is part of why he enjoys his exercise regime because there's control in it. A 20 pound weight always weighs 20 pounds. In his comedy and speaking work, he may have audio issues, the audience may not be engaged, etc. All things he can't control or have so much variability in them that it can be unsettling. Links: Websites: thementalhealthcomedian.com TEDx Talks: A Matter of Laugh or Death, The Evolutionary Advantages of Mental Illness,  Making a Living and a Difference, Suicide: The Secret of My Success Facebook: @theMentalHealthComedian/ Instagram: @mentalhealthcomedian Twitter: @themhcomedian YouTube: @TheMentalHealthComedian Subscribe to The Do a Day Podcast       Keep Growing with Do a Day Get the book in print, Kindle, iBooks, Audiobookand more - even get a personally-signedcopy from Bryan Falchuk Get started on your journey to Better with the Big Goal Exercise Work with Bryan as your coach, or hire him to speak at your next event

Rob and Paul host Frank King, “The Mental Health Comedian,” a suicide prevention and postvention public speaker and trainer, as well as writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years. Depression and suicide run in Frank's family and he's fought a lifelong battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality. Frank has turned that long dark journey of the soul into five TEDx Talks and shares his lifesaving insights on Mental Health Awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges. Rob and Paul chat with Frank about the “stressors” that dentists encounter on a regular basis, as well as why depression and suicide are more prevalent with dentists. Frank talks about how to spot depression and suicidal tendencies and what to do if you or someone close to you has those feelings. This episode with Frank King is another installment of the Dentist Well-Being Series of podcasts that The Dental Amigos will host from time to time. Links and Important Information Mentioned on the Show: Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255 or type “connect” to 741741 https://www.nami.org http://www.TheMentalHealthComedian.com http://www.facebook.com/thementalhealthcomedian http://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthcomedian http://www.twitter.com/theMHcomedian https://www.youtube.com/thementalhealthcomedian https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankkingthemhcomedian Born to Be Funny https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mugOzr6ItFk A Matter of Laugh or Death https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IeMg6OFYfU0 Suicide, The Secret of My Success https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3D4m33DXtsI

New podcast coming to the network soon hosted by Zara Khan and Frank King! Join us with your host, Kristin Sunanta Walker, as the talk about dating, the online dating experience, when you tell a date you have mental health struggles, and more! Zara Khan is a Pakistani-American, Muslim, L.A.-based comedian who has performed shows all over the U.S., including at the Laughlin Laughfest, Ice House, and Comedy Works (Denver). She has also given 2 TEDx talks and her one-woman show called “Same Shiite, Different Day” is featured on “Signature Bits,” available on Spotify and Amazon. She shares her experiences as a single, mentally ill, Muslim woman battling challenges like discrimination, dating, and trying to win Burqini competitions.www.mentallymuslim.comFrank King, Suicide Prevention and Postvention Public Speaker and Trainer was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years. He joins host Kristin Sunanta Walker on Mental Health News Radio as cohost for some of our shows. Depression and suicide run his family. He’s thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He’s fought a lifetime battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into five TEDx Talks and sharing his lifesaving insights on Mental Health Awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges. A Motivational Public Speaker who uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences surrounding depression and suicide. And doing it by coming out, as it were, and standing in his truth, and doing it with humor. He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. The right person, at the right time, with the right information, can save a life.www.thementalhealthcomedian.com

What happens when two comedians talk online dating and mental health? JoinZara Khan and Frank King as talk about the "fun" of dating in general but especially when using online dating apps. Zara Khan is a Pakistani-American, Muslim, L.A.-based comedian who has performed shows all over the U.S., including at the Laughlin Laughfest, Ice House, and Comedy Works (Denver). She has also given 2 TEDx talks and her one-woman show called “Same Shiite, Different Day” is featured on “Signature Bits,” available on Spotify and Amazon. She shares her experiences as a single, mentally ill, Muslim woman battling challenges like discrimination, dating, and trying to win Burqini competitions.www.mentallymuslim.com Frank King, Suicide Prevention and Postvention Public Speaker and Trainer was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years. He joins host Kristin Sunanta Walker on Mental Health News Radio as cohost for some of our shows. Depression and suicide run his family. He’s thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He’s fought a lifetime battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into five TEDx Talks and sharing his lifesaving insights on Mental Health Awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges. A Motivational Public Speaker who uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences surrounding depression and suicide. And doing it by coming out, as it were, and standing in his truth, and doing it with humor. He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. The right person, at the right time, with the right information, can save a life.www.thementalhealthcomedian.comwww.bumbleinthejungle.comwww.mhnrnetwork.com

Frank King, Suicide Prevention and Postvention Public Speaker and Trainer was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years.Depression and suicide run his family. He’s thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He’s fought a lifetime battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into five TEDx Talks and sharing his lifesaving insights on Mental Health Awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges.A Motivational Public Speaker who uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences surrounding depression and suicide.And doing it by coming out, as it were, and standing in his truth, and doing it with humor.He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. The right person, at the right time, with the right information, can save a life.Learn more about Frank King at www.TheMentalHealthComedian.comLearn more about Rob Lohman at www.TheAddictionRecoveryHub.comhttps://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/17028977/download.mp3Learn more about the Mental Health News Radio at www.mhnrnetwork.com

Our listeners know that comedy and mental health go together like peas and carrots. Everyone on our podcast network is allowed to laugh about mental health and mental illness. Why? Because we're in it - day in and day out right along with you.Join Frank King AKA The Mental Health Comedian as we talk about his journey through mental illness and how he utilizes his experience to bring awareness to a subject that still can make people shift uncomfortably in their seats. Frank King, Suicide Prevention and Postvention Public Speaker and Trainer was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years. Depression and suicide run his family. He’s thought about killing himself more times than he can count. He’s fought a lifetime battle with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into five TEDx Talks and sharing his lifesaving insights on Mental Health Awareness with associations, corporations, and colleges. A Motivational Public Speaker who uses his life lessons to start the conversation giving people permission to give voice to their feelings and experiences surrounding depression and suicide.And doing it by coming out, as it were, and standing in his truth, and doing it with humor. He believes that where there is humor there is hope, where there is laughter there is life, nobody dies laughing. The right person, at the right time, with the right information, can save a life.http://www.TheMentalHealthComedian.comhttp://www.facebook.com/thementalhealthcomedianhttp://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthcomedianhttp://www.twitter.com/theMHcomedianhttps://www.youtube.com/thementalhealthcomedianhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/frankkingthemhcomedianBorn to Be Funny https://youtu.be/mugOzr6ItFkMental With Benefits https://youtu.be/mCnsHSdAn48A Matter of Laugh or Death https://youtu.be/IeMg6OFYfU0Suicide, The Secret of My Success https://youtu.be/3D4m33DXtsI