From Trauma to Suicide to Advocate – One Victim’s Story of Resilience

In today's episode of the Tendrils of Grief podcast, we are joined by David Woods Bartley, a man who has faced both incredible successes and profound challenges. David's journey has taken him from leading a nationally recognized nonprofit to battling severe depression and surviving a suicide attempt. Through his own recovery, David has become a passionate advocate for mental health, shining a light on issues like suicide, male sexual trauma, and mental illness. With certifications in Mental Health First Aid, SafeTALK, and QPR suicide prevention, David is committed to moving these critical conversations from the shadows into the public eye. David has delivered over 800 presentations worldwide, including TED talks, where he shares his message of hope and resilience. Join us as David discusses his journey from "mental hellness" to wellness, and his ongoing mission to help others find healing and strength in the face of adversity.   Episode Highlights ·       Suicide Prevention ·       Male Sexual Trauma Awareness ·       Clinical Depression Recovery ·       Mental Health First Aid ·       TED Talks on Mental Health ·       SafeTALK Certification ·       QPR Suicide Prevention ·       Resilience in Mental Health ·       Servant Leadership in Mental Wellness ·       Overcoming Childhood Trauma ·       Suicide Awareness and Support ·       Mental Wellness Journey ·       Public Speaking on Mental Health ·       Trauma-Informed Care ·       Breaking Mental Health Stigmas ·       Mental Health in 2024: Emerging Trends and Strategies ·       The Importance of Mental Health Awareness in Male Populations ·       Suicide Prevention Initiatives and their Impact ·       The Role of Resilience in Mental Health Recovery ·       The Global Mental Health Crisis: What Can Be Done? ·       From Darkness to Light: Inspiring Stories of Overcoming Mental Illness ·       How Trauma Affects Mental Health and Recovery Processes ·       The Future of Mental Health Advocacy: Moving Conversations Forward ·       Effective Tools and Techniques for Suicide Prevention ·       The Power of Storytelling in Healing from Trauma   Know more About David Woods Bartley FACEBOOK : https://www.facebook.com/david.w.bartley.5 LIKEDIN : https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-woods-bartley-96325512/ INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/davidwoodsbartley/ CHECK HIM OUT https://www.ted.com/talks/david_woods_bartley_how_connection_saved_my_life?trigger=5s https://www.ted.com/talks/david_woods_bartley_how_to_save_a_life_by_sitting_down?trigger=5s     Did you enjoy today’s episode?   Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email  susan@tendrilsofgrief.com   Don’t forget to visit Tendrils Of Grief  website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching.   Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community   Tendrils of Grief-Survivor of Loss   To subscribe and review use one links of the links below  Amazon Apple Spotify Audacy Deezer Podcast Addict Pandora Rephonic Tune In   Connect with me Instagram: @Sue_ways Facebook:@ susan.ways Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com   Let me hear your thoughts!