What if suicide prevention requires a broader perspective? In this episode, Shara Park interviews Dr. Hilary Coon, Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Utah, about her research into genetic and physical factors that contribute to suicide risk. Dr. Coon shares how expanding our understanding could lead to better prevention and support.

Learn more about Dr. Coon’s work:

https://healthcare.utah.edu/newsroom/news/2025/11/many-who-die-suicide-arent-depressed-genetic-research-suggests

https://medicine.utah.edu/psychiatry/research/labs/coon

Mental health resources:

https://safeut.org/

https://988lifeline.org/

https://healthcare.utah.edu/hmhi/programs/crisis-diversion#utahcrisisline

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Teaching isn’t just a profession — it’s where dignity is rebuilt, potential is unlocked, and lives are changed forever. Today on The Stand4Kind Podcast, we sit down with one of Utah’s most inspiring educators — Seyyed Sharifi, a special education teacher and Utah Teacher of the Year finalist who is redefining what inclusion and innovation look like in education. The son of Afghan refugee teachers who were forced to flee war, Seyyed turned his family’s sacrifice into a mission to restore dignity, opportunity, and belonging for every student he serves.

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Shara Park sits down with Jason Dunnigan, known to millions online as The Modern Dad. Jason has built a platform by doing something many people are afraid to do: showing up authentically and unapologetically as himself.

From overcoming embarrassment and self-doubt to learning how to celebrate his own progress, Jason shares the lessons he's learned about confidence, self-care, and personal growth. He explains why talking kindly to yourself matters, how small daily habits can transform the way you see yourself, and why being present and encouraging as a parent can shape a child's confidence for life.

Filled with humor, honesty, and practical advice, this conversation is a powerful reminder that confidence isn't about perfection—it's about embracing who you are and having the courage to let the world see it.

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