In this episode, we explore why having a personal "Why Not" list can be a powerful tool for mental health and suicide prevention:

• How “Why not?” can lead to impulsive or harmful decisions
• Why having your own “why nots” can help you say no when it matters
• How a “why not” list can save a life during a suicidal crisis
• Examples of meaningful “why nots” that resonate deeply
• Backed by research: the science behind Reasons for Living (RFL)
• How to start building your own list today

Whether you're supporting others or holding on yourself, this episode offers a simple, life-anchoring framework.

Thrive With Leo Coaching:

If you want to reduce your psychological pain, regain your purpose and forge your own path, go to www.thrivewithleo.com to begin your journey.

If you or anyone you know is considering suicide or self-harm, or is anxious, depressed, upset, or needs to talk, there are people who want to help:

In the US:

Crisis Text Line: Text CRISIS to 741741 for free, confidential crisis counseling.

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 or 988

The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386

Outside the US:

International Association for Suicide Prevention lists a number of suicide hotlines by country. Click here to find them.

In this episode, we explore:

• What a manic episode actually looks and feels like
• How mania and depression can reduce grey matter in the brain
• Why overstimulation, lack of sleep, and creative pressure can trigger episodes
• How Kanye West’s story reveals the tension between brilliance and instability
• The difference between holding people accountable and holding them with compassion
• What it means to support mental health without romanticizing suffering

Thrive With Leo Coaching:

If you want to reduce your psychological pain, regain your purpose and forge your own path, go to www.thrivewithleo.com to begin your journey.

If you or anyone you know is considering suicide or self-harm, or is anxious, depressed, upset, or needs to talk, there are people who want to help:

In the US:

Crisis Text Line: Text CRISIS to 741741 for free, confidential crisis counseling.

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 or 988

The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386

Outside the US:

International Association for Suicide Prevention lists a number of suicide hotlines by country. Click here to find them.

In today's episode we discuss the following questions:

What truth in you cannot be broken?

When do you feel most like you?

Who are you without your name?

What are you growing into?

Where does your courage live?

What is something small that feels big to you?

Thrive With Leo Coaching:

If you want to reduce your psychological pain, regain your purpose and forge your own path, go to www.thrivewithleo.com to begin your journey.

If you or anyone you know is considering suicide or self-harm, or is anxious, depressed, upset, or needs to talk, there are people who want to help:

In the US:

Crisis Text Line: Text CRISIS to 741741 for free, confidential crisis counseling.

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 or 988

The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386

Outside the US:

International Association for Suicide Prevention lists a number of suicide hotlines by country. Click here to find them.

In this deeply personal solo episode, I reflect on a moment at sea that stirred something primal—a desire to leap, not to die, but to feel fully alive. We explore:

• The difference between wanting escape and needing depth
• How “leaping” can be a cry for rest, touch, or meaning
• What it means to unplug, fast, and float
• A practice for staying grounded when you feel unspooled
• Why intensity sometimes masquerades as danger—but is really a call to be held

If you want to improve in the areas of health, wealth and/or relationships, go to www.thrivewithleo.com to begin your journey.

If you or anyone you know is considering suicide or self-harm, or is anxious, depressed, upset, or needs to talk, there are people who want to help:

In the US:

Crisis Text Line: Text CRISIS to 741741 for free, confidential crisis counseling.

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 or 988

The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386

Outside the US:

International Association for Suicide Prevention lists a number of suicide hotlines by country. Click here to find them.

In this episode, we explore what happens when we withhold what’s true, raw, or real inside us:

• Why unexpressed thoughts and emotions don’t just disappear—they fester
• The difference between release and recklessness in emotional expression
• How to safely express anger, resentment, longing, and fear without hurting yourself or others
• What 365 Tao teaches us about drawing from our inner well before it stagnates
• Daily practices to clarify your inner life through intentional expression

Thrive With Leo Coaching:

If you want to reduce your psychological pain, regain your purpose and forge your own path, go to www.thrivewithleo.com to begin your journey.

If you or anyone you know is considering suicide or self-harm, or is anxious, depressed, upset, or needs to talk, there are people who want to help:

In the US:

Crisis Text Line: Text CRISIS to 741741 for free, confidential crisis counseling.

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 or 988

The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386

Outside the US:

International Association for Suicide Prevention lists a number of suicide hotlines by country. Click here to find them.

In this episode, we explore seven powerful strategies that can help someone survive intense emotional distress and suicidal thoughts (from the book, THE SUICIDAL PERSON by Konrad Michel):

• Call a trusted doctor or therapist for personalized care
• Reach out to a 24/7 crisis line for nonjudgmental support
• Avoid alcohol to protect your judgment and emotional balance
• Resist writing a goodbye letter to keep options open
• Contact a mental health clinic for urgent intervention
• Call an ambulance when immediate safety is needed
• Go directly to the ER to access full medical and psychiatric care

If you want to reduce your psychological pain, regain your purpose and forge your own path, go to www.thrivewithleo.com to begin your journey.

If you or anyone you know is considering suicide or self-harm, or is anxious, depressed, upset, or needs to talk, there are people who want to help:

In the US:

Crisis Text Line: Text CRISIS to 741741 for free, confidential crisis counseling.

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 or 988

The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386

Outside the US:

International Association for Suicide Prevention lists a number of suicide hotlines by country. Click here to find them.

In this episode, we explore the powerful symbolism of the zero — often misunderstood as "nothing" — and reveal how it actually represents connection, wholeness, and infinite potential. If you’ve ever felt invisible, isolated, or not enough, this conversation is for you.

Key Takeaways:

• How feeling like a "zero" can actually signal readiness for connection, not emptiness
• The role of circles in cultures around the world and why they represent community and healing
• Why you don’t have to be "more" before you start moving toward your goals or relationships
• How the zero is the "hug of numbers" — and why surrounding yourself and others with love matters
• A reminder that at every moment, you are enough to take the next step

Thrive With Leo Coaching:

If you want to improve in the areas of health, wealth and/or relationships, go to www.thrivewithleo.com to begin your journey.

If you or anyone you know is considering suicide or self-harm, or is anxious, depressed, upset, or needs to talk, there are people who want to help:

In the US:

Crisis Text Line: Text CRISIS to 741741 for free, confidential crisis counseling.

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 or 988

The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386

Outside the US:

International Association for Suicide Prevention lists a number of suicide hotlines by country. Click here to find them.

In today's episode we discuss:

• What we often do when suicidal urges rise
• Why small, immediate actions can be life-saving
• The psychology behind choosing connection over isolation
• How resistance, not resolution, can carry us through a crisis
• Simple decisions that protect life in the most fragile moments

If you want to reduce your psychological pain, regain your purpose and forge your own path, go to www.thrivewithleo.com to begin your journey.

If you or anyone you know is considering suicide or self-harm, or is anxious, depressed, upset, or needs to talk, there are people who want to help:

In the US:

Crisis Text Line: Text CRISIS to 741741 for free, confidential crisis counseling.

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 or 988

The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386

Outside the US:

International Association for Suicide Prevention lists a number of suicide hotlines by country. Click here to find them.