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If parents' love could stop bad things from happening, John 'The Iron Man' Cantrell said he had ten times more than he needed. But it wasn't enough to keep mental illness from leading him down a path of addiction, prison, even attempting to take his own life. 

In this conversation, the boxing champ gets raw about his story, and why he feels obligated to share it - so others know they're not alone.

Brail Watson is a classically-trained musician, a rapper and a pastor. His latest album is focused on mental health - it even debuted with a youth mental health awareness event.

In this candid conversation, Brail shares how his upbringing shaped his mental health journey, how music is an outlet, and how his own experiences with racism - and a conversation with a friend - caused him to rethink his own views on race.

Rachel Holthaus survived a devastating accident that she'll now tell you was no accident. Her journey through mental health struggles, to cries for help, to -now- dealing in hope is inspiring.

Struggling with mental health issues as a pre-teen, Alicia Strube felt alone and isolated. It all changed when she started what would grow to be one of the largest mental health support groups on Facebook.

Yes, THAT Melissa Etheridge! The Leavenworth, Kan. native shares about her new docu-series and music recorded at Topeka Correctional Facility. The conversation touches on trauma, second chances, lessons learned, and finding joy.

Our bodies and our lifestyles change as we get older - whether we want it to happen or not! And that can take a toll on our mental health.

Author and speaker Connie Michaelis shares lessons learned from her career working in adult care, as well as her own aging journey.

On Jan. 19, 2021, Damon Quigley asked his mom to bring home his favorite snacks, told her he loved her, then, later that day, took his own life.

He was just 13-years-old. 

In this candid conversation, his mom Brenda shares how the family has turned their pain into purpose. Hear why they decided to be open about their story - and what she would tell Damon, if she'd had the chance.

Tevyn Harmon has become a social media sensation, spreading peace and love, and sharing the positive spin on his hometown of Topeka, Kan.

Tevyn also is raising awareness of mental health. Take a listen to his journey, and what everyone can learn from it.

Stacey Lyddon said art is her self-healing superpower. The discovery helped her rebuild her life, but the journey started with childhood trauma that led her through a cycle of addiction, homelessness and legal trouble.

Licensed social worker and counselor Phelica Glass is known for her positive, motivating aura.  But she says it's a choice she makes every day. She shares her journey and lessons learned in this candid conversation.