*TW* Jazz Thornton speaks with mental health advocate Kevin Hines about his incredible journey from the being born to drug addicted parents, being adopted by a loving family, a battle with bipolar disorder and eventual attempted suicide by jumping from the golden gate bridge. Kevins story also embodies hope though, and the key message of reaching out for help which he shares with millions of people around the globe.

Hope Is Real is a Podcast to help you feel a little less alone, a bit more inspired, and a lot more hopeful. Join Jazz Thornton every week as she speaks to empowering and inspiring people from around the world and shares their stories to normalise the way we talk about mental health in society.

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