Beyond the Surface: Breaking a Stigma

The host talks about how being calm and harnessing its power is one of our strongest weapons against the day to day stressors and challenges of life.

In this episode, the host talks about the importance of allowing ourselves to feel and analyze our emotions and experiences in order to let go of that which does not serve us and find peace.

This episode focuses on the importance of being grateful and the power that gratitude has on our daily lives.

Janely Garcia, a University of California at Fullerton cheerleader, is a native of Santa Ana, California and from an immigrant family from Puebla, Mexico. Janely shares what it was like growing up in an immigrant family, her experiences of being a victim of sexual abuse as a child and teen, her battles with self harming, her battles with suicide attempts, and she gives voice to how all the hard moments in her life do not define her. Truly an empowering story that tugs at the heart strings.

Kimberly Tocco a mother of four, real estate agent, and philanthropist shares the story of her son Jason who committed suicide in 2011. She goes into depth on what happened that morning, and how that event has inspired her to leave a legacy for her son. She talks about her book that will soon be released and multiple factors that cause the negative stigma surrounding mental health.

Former Brigham Young University quarterback and mental health activist Tanner Mangum opens up about his battles with mental health. He shares his story of becoming aware to what he was experiencing, the fears he faced when contemplating asking for help, and the amazing things that getting help and sharing his story have done for him.

ESPN700 producer and Utah native Porter Larsen shares his battles with mental illness. He dives into the anxiety and depression that resulted from the untimely and tragic death of his father. Porter and the host also talk about multiple things that could possibly affect one's mental illness as well as possible things that could cause the negative stigma that surrounds it.

Former University of Utah Soccer player and current University of Utah student Kate Hinckley shares her story on how she has battled depression, anxiety, and a personality disorder. She shares her inspiring story of persistence and gives insight into how to cope with said disorders. She truly is an inspiration.

Former division 1 softball player, Seattle, WA native, and current British National Softball Team member Aubrey Peterson shares her story. She and the host dive into how she believes that her childhood trauma is the reason for her developing an anxiety disorder as well as depression. Aubrey and the host also discuss the importance of educating youth in schools about mental illness. Her story is truly inspiring!

Former collegiate and professional basketball player Carlon Brown shares his story of how he dealt with the ups and downs of his basketball career (i.e., transferring schools, transitioning from college to pro, and dealing with injuries). Is a must listen for anyone in sports. Carlon and Beau also talk about how to balance a healthy mind and a competitive mind in the world of sports.