From Grief to Game-Changer: Jeff Johnston's Journey to Reshape Mental Health

He"s back and more determined than ever. This week on A Mental Health Break, we are honored to welcome back mental health advocate and founder, Jeff Johnston. Since we last spoke, Jeff has turned his personal tragedies—the loss of his son to fentanyl and his wife to alcoholism—into a nationwide movement for change. In this powerful episode, Jeff shares how his profound losses ignited his mission, leading him on a 95-day journey across America to break the stigma around mental health and substance use disorder. We"ll dive into the unique insights he gained from listening to countless stories of struggle and hope on the road. Jeff also introduces us to his groundbreaking new venture, Brightn—an AI-powered mental health initiative designed specifically for Generation Z. He"ll explain how his background as a financial advisor informs his entrepreneurial approach to mental health, and how Brightn leverages research from over 50 clinical studies to create a truly personalized and effective digital support system. This conversation is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand how personal grief can be channeled into a powerful force for good. Support the show Have a question for the host or guest? Want their freebee? Are you looking to become a guest or show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com. This show is brought to you by the Empathy Set and Coming Alive Podcast Production. CRISIS LINE: DIAL 988