Daylight

Today on the podcast we step out of the shadows to talk openly about suicide awareness, prevention, and mental health. While your host, Diana is absolutely thrilled to introduce her new co-host, Yvette! Together, we're here to bring a little more light, hope, and real conversation to the spaces that need it most.
While we have lots of topics we want to discuss in the coming months and years, none are as important as suicide prevention and awareness. 
We hope you feel a little less alone when you listen to this episode. You are never alone. Please reach out. We are sending so much love and light to you. 
In the event of an emergency, please dial 988 or call 911
Whether you’re here for support, to learn, or just to feel less alone—we are so glad you joined us today. Let’s get into the episode.

In this episode, my very special guest is my mom, Lori.

This episode is especially personal for me, as my mom not only walks us through the evolution of my mental health struggles, but also shares how this impacted her.

It’s because of my mother than I am where I am today and why I am still here on earth. Thank you mom for always believing in me. And thank you, dear listener, for jumping into this episode with us.

It is our sincere hope that we are able to help equip you to stand by your loved one as you both navigate their mental health journey - and also to support the caretakers out there.

In this episode, my good friend Sarah and I talk about the mental health issues she’s experienced at different phases of her life.

From childhood to adulthood, Sarah gets shares with us the realities - and impact - of childhood wounds.

Sarah also shares with us her love of God and how He kept her going when she felt like she had nothing left to give.

Join us for this emotionally vulnerable conversation where struggle and empathy come together to make pain into purpose.

What happens when you lose your job mid-career? What is hustle culture and why is it bad for your mental health? Why do people put so much emphasis on what your job is? Why do we try and take our self worth from our employer? 
In today’s episode, we answer these questions and more. My special guest, Laura, and I talk about what happened when we both lost our jobs mid-career (one by choice and one not by choice). Our mental health tanked. We cried. We despaired. But, like every low in life, we always come back up stronger and fighting. 
Join us as we talk about our own experiences with job loss and navigating all the complexities around your occupation and your self worth. 
Podcaster’s note: This was recorded in June 2025. We are both employed now! Yay!

On this podcast episode, my friend Yvette and I talk about her brother’s struggle with mental health. In January of 2025, he succumbed to his diagnosis and died by suicide.
It’s time to get real with conversations surrounding mental health WITHOUT SHAME! We will discuss the “stigma” behind mental illness, depression, and suicide.  
We will also offer hope and ways you can help walk alongside and support someone you love suffering! 
Remember you are LOVED and your story isn’t over! 
If you or someone you love needs help go to: www.afsp.org or dial 988

Disclaimer: The content provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only, and does not constitute professional mental health advice or therapy. This episode contains discussions about self-harm and suicidal ideation. Listener discretion is advised. The hosts and guests are not acting in a clinical capacity. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek help from a qualified professional.

Daylight is a space dedicated to bringing light into the parts of mental health we’re often afraid to talk about. A space that reminds people they are seen, heard, and never alone.

In this episode, together with our special guest Lee Black of Antilles Digital Media, we share a vulnerable conversation around addiction, healing, and breaking the stigma that keeps so many people suffering silently.

 In this episode, my special guest, Sophie, and I will talk about the juxtaposition of what people perceive as your reality versus what actually is happening in your life. 

The reality is, we really don't know what someone is going through. I think if we talked more openly about what goes on behind closed doors, maybe we wouldn't feel so alone, and just maybe we would heal from some of the things that keep us up at night. 

This is an introduction to the new podcast "Daylight."

 My name is Dee and I've struggled with my mental health my whole life.

 I'm here to tell you that there is hope. You can fight your way back into the daylight.