Daryl Dittmer Silent No More: Real Story of Mental Health

Breaking the Silence: Daryl Dittmer's Journey of Recovery and Resilience In this episode of 'Suicide Zen Forgiveness,' host Elaine interviews Daryl Dittmer, a dedicated advocate for mental health and recovery. Daryl shares his candid and compelling story, detailing his struggles with addiction from a young age and his transformative path to sobriety. His journey demonstrates the importance of self-awareness, the power of the 12-step program, and the value of resilience. Daryl also discusses his two books, 'When I Stopped Fighting' and the upcoming 'When You Stop Fighting,' which provide insights into overcoming personal battles and achieving emotional clarity. Through their conversation, Elaine and Daryl emphasize the critical need for empathy, support, and self-improvement. They conclude by touching on broader themes of purpose, the human mind, and the importance of allowing life's challenges to nurture growth.   00:00 Introduction and Mission Statement 01:16 Meet Daryl Dittmer 04:57 Daryl's Early Struggles and Turning Point 09:45 The Road to Recovery 20:52 The Power of the Human Mind 23:37 The Importance of Emotional Awareness 30:38 Daryl's Journey Through College 33:17 Reevaluating Beliefs and Life Choices 34:45 Childhood Experiences and Education 38:49 Influential Moments and Life Lessons 41:54 Writing and Publishing Journey 50:29 Insights on Success and Failure 51:59 Purpose and Helping Others 58:44 Final Thoughts and Farewell   BIO Daryl said God may or may not have been calling me for a purpose. I’m not in charge of what God decides to do, nor would I pretend I might know. I’m pretty sure though, he was hoping I’d get my head out of my ass, so I can help others do the same. Having spent decades working to improve himself and his life, Daryl Dittmer has committed himself to helping others do the same, through his books, his interactions, and how he chooses to show up in this world, every day. He lives in the mountains of North Georgia with his wife, Kristina, and their two labs, Dexter and Joker, writing, hiking, reading, learning, and growing.   Daryl said God may or may not have been calling me for a purpose. I’m not in charge of what God decides to do, nor would I pretend I might know. I’m pretty sure though, he was hoping I’d get my head out of my ass, so I can help others do the same. SOCIALS   BOOKS  Amazon.com: When I Stop Fighting: The Unexpected Joy of Getting My Head Out of My Ass: 9798891092129: Dittmer, Daryl: Books Home | Daryl Dittmer Author Daryl Dittmer (@whenistopfighting) • Instagram photos and videos (8) Facebook (5) Daryl Dittmer (@DarylEDittmer) / X When I Stop Fighting (@theunexpectedjoys) | TikTok When I Stop Fighting is an eye-opening, honest, unapologetic take on life. It’s about overcoming obstacles, overcoming addictions, and taking risks.