Suicide thrives in isolation, but healing happens in community. In this moving live discussion, panelists share lived experiences, professional expertise, and hard-earned wisdom about navigating suicidal thoughts, supporting loved ones in crisis, and finding hope after unimaginable loss. Whether you're struggling yourself, supporting someone else, or simply want to better understand mental health, this conversation offers compassion, practical resources, and a powerful reminder that every life matters.

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⚠️ Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of suicide, suicide loss, suicide attempts, grief, and mental health crises. Listener discretion is advised.

What happens when the thought"I need help" collides with the fear of reaching out?

In this episode, Heather and Larry are joined by Michelle Cleveland, founder of Project 24SEVEN, a mental health app built to help people connect with trusted support before a crisis becomes overwhelming. After losing two sons to suicide just 30 days apart, Michelle transformed unimaginable loss into a mission to help others find hope, connection, and community.

Together, they discuss mental health, grief, recovery, and why no one should have to struggle alone.

Guest Information

Michelle Cleveland

Founder, Project 24 7 inc.

Project24seven.org

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/project-24-7-inc/id6755139507

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=project.twentyfour.seven

Instagram @Project24SEVEN

Facebook Project 24SEVEN

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Suicide thrives in isolation, but healing happens in community. In this moving live discussion, panelists share lived experiences, professional expertise, and hard-earned wisdom about navigating suicidal thoughts, supporting loved ones in crisis, and finding hope after unimaginable loss. Whether you're struggling yourself, supporting someone else, or simply want to better understand mental health, this conversation offers compassion, practical resources, and a powerful reminder that every life matters.

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In this episode, Heather talks with Patti Willig of LogoMotion about building a career through growth, creativity, and unexpected change.

Patti shares how her path moved from science and corporate roles into graphic design and running a custom apparel business. Her journey is a reminder that careers don’t always follow a straight line, and sometimes the best opportunities come from simply being willing to try something new.

They talk about learning by doing, adapting along the way, and how paying attention to people and their needs can shape both a business and a life.

Topics include:

• Nonlinear career paths
• Creativity and self-taught skills
• Saying yes to new opportunities
• Building a business through relationships
• Growth through experience and change

If you’re feeling stuck or unsure of your direction, this conversation is a reminder that you don’t need a perfect plan. Sometimes you just need to say yes and see what happens.

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In this episode, Heather talks with Kathy Lathem about finding your voice and growing into who you are.

Kathy shares her journey from being labeled “Chatty Kathy” to working in radio and navigating major life transitions. They talk about building confidence, moving through fear, and staying curious even when things feel uncertain.

Heather also reflects on mental health, self-expression, and how art can become a voice when words are hard to find.

Topics include:

• Finding your voice
• Building confidence over time
• Mental health and self-expression
• Life transitions and identity
• Why your story matters

If you’d like to connect with Kathy or learn more about what she’s doing, you can find her here:

Email: [email protected]

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In this episode of 412 Connections, Heather talks with artist and entrepreneur David Clarke about creativity, photography, and the realities of pursuing a passion-driven life.

They explore burnout, perfectionism, and why failure is a necessary part of growth—for artists and business owners alike. This conversation dives into storytelling through art, overcoming creative blocks, and learning to let go of the need to be perfect.

If you're navigating self-doubt, creative struggles, or building your own path, this episode offers insight, honesty, and encouragement to keep creating.

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Heather talks with Michelle Garland about community, courage, and showing up during life’s hardest moments. Michelle shares her breast cancer journey, survivorship, and the emotional impact of serious illness, along with the friendships and support that carried her through. A thoughtful conversation about identity beyond diagnosis and the power of simply being present.

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Heather sits down with Evan Summers, founder of Now Schmear This, to explore the connection between food, comfort, mental health, and relationship. From aromatherapy to flavor science, Evan challenges one-size-fits-all wellness culture, quick fixes, and shame around comfort. A thoughtful conversation about balance, individuality, and why relationship matters more than perfection.

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In this powerful episode, Heather talks with Jennifer Greenberg, suicide loss survivor and owner of Green Dragon Marketing, about suicide awareness, mental health stigma, and lived experience. Jennifer shares her story of losing her husband to suicide, navigating grief as a parent, and the importance of peer support, shared stories, and compassion. This honest conversation challenges misconceptions about suicide and reminds listeners they are not alone.

Content note: This episode discusses suicide, suicidal ideation, self-harm, and loss. Listener discretion advised.

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email: [email protected]

phone: 770-634-4855

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What do you do when words are hard?

This episode is the audio recording from the 5th Annual Words Are Hard event, held on May 9, 2026.

Artists, writers, and community members came together to share deeply personal experiences through poetry, visual art, and storytelling.

The event moves through three connected themes:

• Identity
• Fighting the Darkness
• Finding Hope

Each speaker brings their own perspective, sharing what it means to lose your sense of self, sit in difficult moments, and slowly find a way forward.

You will hear stories about:

• learning how to express what feels impossible to say
• using art as an outlet when words fall short
• living with mental health challenges and navigating recovery
• finding connection in a space where honesty is welcome

This was not just a performance. It was a room full of real people choosing to be seen and heard, sometimes for the first time.

If you have ever struggled to explain how you feel, this episode is for you.

If something in this episode resonates with you, share it with someone who might need to hear it too.

What part of this episode stayed with you?

This podcast episode is audio only. The full video from the event is available on YouTube if you want to experience the artwork and live moments as they happened.

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