A lot of people aren’t living for themselves anymore — they’re living for approval.

In Episode 74 of Breaking Mental Health with Darrell, we break down validation, social media pressure, and why constantly chasing approval keeps people insecure, anxious, and emotionally exhausted.

This episode explores self-worth, confidence, comparison culture, and how to stop tying your value to other people’s opinions.

Because real peace starts when you stop living for validation.

Disclaimer: 00:00

The Message: 00:38

Introduction/The Rant: 02:20

Validation: 18:05

What’s Next: 39:37

mental health

validation

confidence

self worth

social media

mindset

personal growth

self awareness

self improvement

mental health podcast

If you want to share your story, email me at [email protected]

Breaking Mental Health is currently accepting aligned sponsors and brand partnerships focused on mental health, wellness, leadership, and personal growth.

For sponsorship inquiries: [email protected]

If you or someone you know who is being abused, there is help. Please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233 or text BEGIN to 88788

If you or someone you know who is suicidal or attempted suicide, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. You can also text 988

If you or someone you know who is struggling with mental illness, there is help. Please contact the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Hotline at 1-800-950-6264 or text NAMI to 741-741

There is also a Crisis Support Services National helpline, call 800-662-HELP (800-662-4357)

If you know a teen that is suffering also, call 800-852-8336

Other than that, if there is a serious crisis, contact 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

National Mental Health Hotline- 866-903-3787.

https://www.youtube.com/@BreakingMentalHealthPodcast

Confidence isn’t about pretending — it’s about trust.

In Episode 73 of Breaking Mental Health with Darrell, we break down the difference between real confidence and ego, and how confidence is actually built through discipline, growth, and experience.

This episode focuses on self-trust, validation, resilience, and learning how to carry yourself with confidence without needing approval from everyone around you.

Because real confidence doesn’t need to be loud.

Disclaimer: 00:00

The Message: 00:38

Introduction/The Rant: 02:19

Confidence: 13:38

What’s Next: 44:25

mental health

confidence

self confidence

personal growth

mindset

self awareness

discipline

resilience

self improvement

mental strength

https://electroiq.com/stats/social-media-mental-health-statistics/

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/digital-psychology/202512/social-media-builds-and-breaks-self-esteem

If you want to share your story, email me at [email protected]

Breaking Mental Health is currently accepting aligned sponsors and brand partnerships focused on mental health, wellness, leadership, and personal growth.

For sponsorship inquiries: [email protected]

If you or someone you know who is being abused, there is help. Please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233 or text BEGIN to 88788

If you or someone you know who is suicidal or attempted suicide, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. You can also text 988

If you or someone you know who is struggling with mental illness, there is help. Please contact the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Hotline at 1-800-950-6264 or text NAMI to 741-741

There is also a Crisis Support Services National helpline, call 800-662-HELP (800-662-4357)

If you know a teen that is suffering also, call 800-852-8336

Other than that, if there is a serious crisis, contact 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

National Mental Health Hotline- 866-903-3787.

https://www.youtube.com/@BreakingMentalHealthPodcast

Discipline is important — but burnout is real.

In Episode 72 of Breaking Mental Health with Darrell, we break down the difference between healthy consistency and running yourself into the ground.

This episode explores burnout, mental exhaustion, grinding culture, and the importance of building a sustainable mindset that allows you to grow without losing yourself in the process.

Because consistency only matters if you can maintain it.

Disclaimer: 00:00

The Message: 00:38

Introduction/The Rant: 02:10

Consistency vs Burnout: 13:10

What’s Next: 46:50

mental health

burnout

consistency

discipline

personal growth

mindset

self awareness

mental exhaustion

self improvement

balance

https://www.forbes.com/sites/bryanrobinson/2025/02/08/job-burnout-at-66-in-2025-new-study-shows/

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/abhishektechcanvass_futureforward-activity-7389170145379749889-q5bA

https://www.eaglehillconsulting.com/insights/worker-burnout/

https://www.eaglehillconsulting.com/news/workforce-burnout-survey-2025/

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/abhishektechcanvass_futureforward-activity-7389170145379749889-q5bA

https://nypost.com/2025/03/11/lifestyle/quarter-of-americans-experience-burnout-by-30/

https://www.thetimes.com/article/85-percent-workforce-burnout-mental-health-reed-pvcqwt3l3?utm_source=chatgpt.com

https://wellhub.com/en-us/blog/wellness-and-benefits-programs/work-related-stress-in-the-united-states/

If you want to share your story, email me at [email protected]

Breaking Mental Health is currently accepting aligned sponsors and brand partnerships focused on mental health, wellness, leadership, and personal growth.

For sponsorship inquiries: [email protected]

If you or someone you know who is being abused, there is help. Please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233 or text BEGIN to 88788

If you or someone you know who is suicidal or attempted suicide, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. You can also text 988

If you or someone you know who is struggling with mental illness, there is help. Please contact the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Hotline at 1-800-950-6264 or text NAMI to 741-741

There is also a Crisis Support Services National helpline, call 800-662-HELP (800-662-4357)

If you know a teen that is suffering also, call 800-852-8336

Other than that, if there is a serious crisis, contact 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

National Mental Health Hotline- 866-903-3787.

https://www.youtube.com/@BreakingMentalHealthPodcast

Your life is shaped by what you do every day.

In Episode 71 of Breaking Mental Health with Darrell, we break down the power of habits and how daily choices either build you or hold you back.

This episode focuses on consistency, discipline, and the small actions that lead to long-term growth and change.

Because real transformation doesn’t happen in one moment — it happens through repetition.

Disclaimer: 00:00

The Message: 00:38

Introduction/The Rant: 02:12

Habits: 12:17

What’s Next: 39:27

mental health

habits

discipline

personal growth

self improvement

mindset

consistency

self awareness

routine

growth

If you want to share your story, email me at [email protected]

Breaking Mental Health is currently accepting aligned sponsors and brand partnerships focused on mental health, wellness, leadership, and personal growth.

For sponsorship inquiries: [email protected]

If you or someone you know who is being abused, there is help. Please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233 or text BEGIN to 88788

If you or someone you know who is suicidal or attempted suicide, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. You can also text 988

If you or someone you know who is struggling with mental illness, there is help. Please contact the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Hotline at 1-800-950-6264 or text NAMI to 741-741

There is also a Crisis Support Services National helpline, call 800-662-HELP (800-662-4357)

If you know a teen that is suffering also, call 800-852-8336

Other than that, if there is a serious crisis, contact 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

National Mental Health Hotline- 866-903-3787.

https://www.youtube.com/@BreakingMentalHealthPodcast

You can build a life that looks successful on the outside… and still feel empty inside.

In Episode 70 of Breaking Mental Health with Darrell, we sit down with Steve “Moby” Leitch, resilience strategist and leadership coach, to talk about what real strength actually looks like.

From addiction and avoidance to surrender and discipline, Moby shares his journey of rebuilding himself and helping other high-performing men move from quiet desperation to purpose.

This conversation dives into leadership, identity, and why building yourself matters more than building your resume.

Disclaimer: 00:00

The Message: 00:38

Introduction/The Rant: 02:13

Unbreakable Leadership: 09:17

What’s Next: 01:18:57

mental health

leadership

resilience

personal growth

addiction recovery

self awareness

discipline

mindset

faith

self improvement

If you want to share your story, email me at [email protected]

Breaking Mental Health is currently accepting aligned sponsors and brand partnerships focused on mental health, wellness, leadership, and personal growth.

For sponsorship inquiries: [email protected]

If you or someone you know who is being abused, there is help. Please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233 or text BEGIN to 88788

If you or someone you know who is suicidal or attempted suicide, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. You can also text 988

If you or someone you know who is struggling with mental illness, there is help. Please contact the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Hotline at 1-800-950-6264 or text NAMI to 741-741

There is also a Crisis Support Services National helpline, call 800-662-HELP (800-662-4357)

If you know a teen that is suffering also, call 800-852-8336

Other than that, if there is a serious crisis, contact 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

National Mental Health Hotline- 866-903-3787.

https://www.youtube.com/@BreakingMentalHealthPodcast

Leadership doesn’t start with others — it starts with you.

In Episode 69 of Breaking Mental Health with Darrell, we take a real and personal look at what leadership actually means through discipline, responsibility, and daily decisions.

This episode also dives into Darrell’s personal journey with diabetes and how managing health has become a major part of self-leadership, accountability, and growth.

Because leadership isn’t just about what you say — it’s about how you live.

Disclaimer: 00:00

The Message: 00:38

Introduction/The Rant: 02:19

Leadership Starts With You: 11:02

What’s Next: 40:43

mental health

leadership

self discipline

diabetes

personal growth

self awareness

accountability

mindset

health

self improvement

If you want to share your story, email me at [email protected]

Breaking Mental Health is currently accepting aligned sponsors and brand partnerships focused on mental health, wellness, leadership, and personal growth.

For sponsorship inquiries: [email protected]

If you or someone you know who is being abused, there is help. Please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233 or text BEGIN to 88788

If you or someone you know who is suicidal or attempted suicide, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. You can also text 988

If you or someone you know who is struggling with mental illness, there is help. Please contact the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Hotline at 1-800-950-6264 or text NAMI to 741-741

There is also a Crisis Support Services National helpline, call 800-662-HELP (800-662-4357)

If you know a teen that is suffering also, call 800-852-8336

Other than that, if there is a serious crisis, contact 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

National Mental Health Hotline- 866-903-3787.

https://www.youtube.com/@BreakingMentalHealthPodcast

Migraines are never fun to deal with. It can be a serious health issue if it is not addressed. As we get into the migraine series, we will learn how migraines treats us, how we can treat it, and what tool kits we can provide ourselves to prevent migraines.

I share the message!

#breakingmentalhealthwithdarrell #mentalhealth #mentalhealthisreal #depression #anxiety #Suicide #pmdd #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawaraness

This episode is brought to you by anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast: https://anchor.fm/s/6597c254/podcast/rss

https://open.spotify.com/show/0eTTf1BDwFwvUzwNXozxEU

Email me at [email protected] if you want to share your story

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Working hard means nothing without direction.

In Episode 68 of Breaking Mental Health with Darrell, we break down the importance of clarity — knowing where you’re going and why it matters.

This episode focuses on the difference between motion and progress, why people feel stuck despite putting in effort, and how to gain clarity through self-awareness and intentional decision-making.

Because when you have clarity… everything else starts to make sense.

Disclaimer: 00:00

The Message: 00:38

Introduction/The Rant: 02:11

Clarity: 10:14

What’s Next: 34:52

mental health

clarity

personal growth

mindset

self awareness

discipline

focus

direction

self improvement

mental clarity

If you want to share your story, email me at [email protected]

Breaking Mental Health is currently accepting aligned sponsors and brand partnerships focused on mental health, wellness, leadership, and personal growth.

For sponsorship inquiries: [email protected]

If you or someone you know who is being abused, there is help. Please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233 or text BEGIN to 88788

If you or someone you know who is suicidal or attempted suicide, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. You can also text 988

If you or someone you know who is struggling with mental illness, there is help. Please contact the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Hotline at 1-800-950-6264 or text NAMI to 741-741

There is also a Crisis Support Services National helpline, call 800-662-HELP (800-662-4357)

If you know a teen that is suffering also, call 800-852-8336

Other than that, if there is a serious crisis, contact 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

National Mental Health Hotline- 866-903-3787.

https://www.youtube.com/@BreakingMentalHealthPodcast

Healing and growth take time — and rushing it can hold you back.

In Episode 67 of Breaking Mental Health with Darrell, we break down the importance of patience, trusting the process, and staying consistent even when results aren’t immediate.

Following a powerful conversation on trauma and burnout, this episode focuses on what it really means to move forward, stay disciplined, and avoid quitting simply because progress feels slow.

Because just because it’s taking time… doesn’t mean it’s not working.

Disclaimer: 00:00

The Message: 00:38

Introduction/The Rant: 02:20

Patience: 16:23

What’s Next: 36:15

mental health

patience

healing

personal growth

mindset

discipline

consistency

self awareness

mental strength

growth

If you want to share your story, email me at [email protected]

Breaking Mental Health is currently accepting aligned sponsors and brand partnerships focused on mental health, wellness, leadership, and personal growth.

For sponsorship inquiries: [email protected]

If you or someone you know who is being abused, there is help. Please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233 or text BEGIN to 88788

If you or someone you know who is suicidal or attempted suicide, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. You can also text 988

If you or someone you know who is struggling with mental illness, there is help. Please contact the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Hotline at 1-800-950-6264 or text NAMI to 741-741

There is also a Crisis Support Services National helpline, call 800-662-HELP (800-662-4357)

If you know a teen that is suffering also, call 800-852-8336

Other than that, if there is a serious crisis, contact 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

National Mental Health Hotline- 866-903-3787.

https://www.youtube.com/@BreakingMentalHealthPodcast

Even the strongest people can break.

In Episode 66 of Breaking Mental Health with Darrell, we sit down with Keith Cole — a Vietnam veteran, business leader, and author — to talk about trauma, burnout, and the reality of carrying unprocessed pain for years.

Keith shares his journey from combat to corporate life, the emotional collapse that followed, and how his path to healing came through surrender and rediscovering faith.

This episode dives deep into resilience, identity, and the importance of addressing what we carry internally — because strength alone isn’t always enough.

Disclaimer: 00:00

The Message: 00:38

Introduction/The Rant: 02:15

Burnout, Trauma & Faith: 10:05

What’s Next: 01:03:15

mental health

trauma

burnout

veterans

healing

faith

personal growth

resilience

self awareness

emotional health

If you want to share your story, email me at [email protected]

Breaking Mental Health is currently accepting aligned sponsors and brand partnerships focused on mental health, wellness, leadership, and personal growth.

For sponsorship inquiries: [email protected]

If you or someone you know who is being abused, there is help. Please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233 or text BEGIN to 88788

If you or someone you know who is suicidal or attempted suicide, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. You can also text 988

If you or someone you know who is struggling with mental illness, there is help. Please contact the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Hotline at 1-800-950-6264 or text NAMI to 741-741

There is also a Crisis Support Services National helpline, call 800-662-HELP (800-662-4357)

If you know a teen that is suffering also, call 800-852-8336

Other than that, if there is a serious crisis, contact 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

National Mental Health Hotline- 866-903-3787.

https://www.youtube.com/@BreakingMentalHealthPodcast