Trigger warning: We’re diving into the heavy stuff related to mental health—stats, struggles, the works. If it hits too close to home, skip it and come back next week. I will not be offended. 

It’s 2025, and Gen X (born ‘65–‘79, now 45–60) is wrestling a quiet crisis—too many of us are taking our own lives. Gen X men at a rate of 27–29 per 100,000, women at 7–8, both up since 2002. In this episode we unpack why—financial struggles, loneliness, physical & mental health issues—and how to fight back. I will share my own experiences and what I’ve learned and the steps I’ve taken. 

Resources:  

• 988 Crisis Line (call/text)  
• NAMI.org (support groups)  
• SAMHSA.gov (local help)  
• Veterans Crisis Line (988, press 1)  
• Text HOME to 741741