Grief As A Result of A Suicide – It’s Complicated

In this episode of the Tendrils of Grief podcast, we are joined by the incredible Kisha Washington, a powerhouse in the culinary world and a passionate mental health advocate. Kisha is the Executive Chef, Owner, and Founder of TheKeyIngredient, LLC, a personal and private chef business providing upscale dining experiences in the comfort of clients' homes. She is also the visionary behind the nonprofit Cookzcreed Foundation, dedicated to supporting chefs and hospitality professionals with scholarships, mental health and substance abuse resources, and mentorship. Kisha’s journey is as inspiring as her accolades, which include being a self-published author of Cultivating Healthy Minds: A Guide To Mental Health Resources Volume 1, a 7-time Top 10 winner at The World Food Championships, and a champion in various culinary competitions. She has graced TV screens on Fakers vs. Bakers and Plate It Baltimore, and her impressive affiliations include being a James Beard Foundation Legacy Network alum, a member of the Mental Health Hospitality Coalition, and an advocate with the AFSP Virginia Chapter. In this heartfelt conversation, Kisha opens up about her passion for mental health advocacy, her journey through the culinary world, and the powerful ways she’s helping others thrive both in the kitchen and in life. Join us as Kisha shares her story of resilience, creativity, and a relentless commitment to making a difference in the lives of others. This episode is one you won’t want to miss!   Episode Highlights Private chef services Upscale private dining Personal chef business Cookzcreed Foundation Mental health advocacy in the culinary world Substance abuse resources for chefs Mental health in the hospitality industry Scholarships for chefs and hospitality professionals Culinary mentorship programs Competition chef accomplishments Mental health resources for chefs Kisha Washington chef World Food Championships winner Cultivating Healthy Minds book Suicide prevention in the culinary world Understanding burnout and depression Hospitality industry mental health support James Beard Foundation Legacy Network alum Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training Culinary Fight Club champion Culinary mental health advocate   Learn more about Yvonne Caputo LINKS: https://www.instagram.com/chefkish_dyan?igsh=MTlwZ3VrN2t6NGUyNQ==   https://www.instagram.com/cookzcreedfoundation?igsh=bDE5cnh6cDlsOWk4   https://www.facebook.com/kisha.washington.773?mibextid=ZbWKwL   Cultivating Healthy Minds: A Guide To Mental Health Resources Volume 1 For Chefs and Hospitality Individuals https://a.co/d/6purQvN 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!