Abraham Sculley is an author, mental health speaker, advocate, and the CEO and Founder of Speaks 2 Inspire, LLC. In this episode, Abraham talks about how perfectionism is detrimental to our mental health and ways to overcome it.

Here are three tips to overcome perfectionism:

• Give yourself permission to be imperfect
• Set small, achievable goals and celebrate all successes
• Take a few deep breaths 

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Kelly Davis (she/her) is the Associate Vice President of Peer and Youth Advocacy at Mental Health America (MHA) where she works to expand peer support and lived experience-led programs, policies, research, and organizations. Kelly was awarded the Disruptive Innovator Award by the National Association of Peer Supporters and the National Peer Leader of the Year Award by Peerpocalypse. She is a certified yoga teacher and holds a certificate in Applied Positive Psychology from The Flourishing Center. She is currently pursuing her master’s degree in Nonprofit Leadership at the University of Pennsylvania. 

In this episode, we talk about: 

• Making mental health resources accessible for all people, 
• The significant impact that peer support has in mental health treatment and recovery, 
• The importance of reaching people earlier (before Stage 4), rather than waiting for them to reach crises. 

Kelly is playing a huge role in bringing awareness to peer support in mental health. Learn more about Mental Health America's Young Mental Health Leaders Programs at mhanational.org/youngleaders 

Kelly Davis (she/her): 

• Connect with Kelly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-davis-a60200a7/  
• Follow Kelly on Instagram: @kellyabdavis 

• Send Kelly an email and let her know you enjoyed the show: [email protected] 
• Hang out with Kelly at Mental Health America: mhanational.org 

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Sheri A Brooks Jr. is an author, speaker, and relationship coach. As the co-founder of the Marriages and Parenting Successfully (M.A.P.S) Relationship Academy, she is committed to helping couples and parents thrive in their relationships. 

This conversation was so impactful that we had to split it up into two episodes. You can listen to Part 1 by going to https://apple.co/36bKD06  

In this episode, we talk about: 

• The challenges that women face with the different roles that they fill, 
• Living productive lives even with mental illness, 

• Taking time for yourself so that you can show up for others. 

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Check out Sheri’s Book: The Journey From Rejection To Significance 

Connect with Sheri A brooks Jr: 

• Visit Marriages and Parenting Successfully to learn more about the M.A.P.S Relationship Academy! 
• Follow Sheri on Instagram @sheriabrooksjr 
• Connect with Sheri on Facebook Sheri A. Brooks Jr 

If you need to talk to someone or are in crisis please reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800.273.8255 

Mental Health Resources: https://bit.ly/3eZgxR8 

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Sheri A Brooks Jr. is an author, speaker, and relationship coach. As the co-founder of the Marriages and Parenting Successfully (M.A.P.S) Relationship Academy, she is committed to helping couples and parents thrive in their relationships.

This conversation was so impactful that we had to split it up into two episodes.

In this first episode, we talk about:

• The signs and symptoms of depression,
• The difference between sadness and clinical depression,
• Risk factors that lead to depression,
• and the importance of having family support when dealing with a mental health disorder.

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Check out Sheri’s Book: The Journey From Rejection To Significance

Connect with Sheri A brooks Jr:

• Visit Marriages and Parenting Successfully to learn more about the M.A.P.S Relationship Academy!
• Follow Sheri on Instagram @sheriabrooksjr
• Connect with Sheri on Facebook Sheri A. Brooks Jr

If you need to talk to someone or are in crises please reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800.273.8255

Mental Health Resources: https://bit.ly/3eZgxR8

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Abraham Sculley is an author, mental health speaker, advocate, and the CEO and Founder of Speaks 2 Inspire, LLC. In this episode, Abraham talks about the importance of seeking professional help when experiencing mental health challenges. Having the support of friends and family is great, but there comes a time when you must seek help from a professional.

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In this episode, Abraham shares the story of how he was introduced to journaling and the benefits of developing the positive habit of gratitude journaling.

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Malcolm Lemmons is a former professional athlete turned entrepreneur and author. He is the founder of Athletes Unheard, a platform that's on a mission to amplify conversations around mental health in sports. He is also a 2-time author of Lessons from the Game, and the best-selling book, Impact Beyond the Game. Malcolm has been featured in and contributed to national publications such as Huffington Post, Front Office Sports, Kulture Hub, and MLB Network. 

In this episode, we talk about: 

• Different ways that the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting athletes, 
• The importance of slowing down and developing self-awareness for athletes, 
• Practical ways to cope with mental health challenges, 
• The importance of mental toughness and mental health in sports and life. 

Connect with Malcolm Lemmons: 

• Text “Hi” to 202-918-3450 to join his free texting community! 
• Visit malcolmlemmons.com to learn more about Malcolm and stay up to date about what he’s doing! 
• Follow Malcolm on Instagram 

• Connect with Malcolm on LinkedIn 
• Subscribe to the Athletes Unheard YouTube channel 
• Order his book: Impact Beyond the Game: How Athletes Can Build Influence, Monetize Their Brand, and Create a Legacy 

Resources for athletes that Malcolm shares: 

• Athletes Unheard 
• Athletes for Hope 

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Eden Gold is a 22-year-old speaker, mental health advocate, and certified health coach with a mission to impact the lives of 1 billion young adults by educating them on how to overcome shame around mental health, speak up, and take control of their lives and happiness. 

In this episode, we talk about:

• How our childhood experiences shape our identity. 
• Coping with stressful experiences. 
• Battling with an eating disorder and identifying negative patterns. 

Connect with Eden Gold: 

• Check out Eden’s online program, Life After High School 
• Visit www.iamedengold.com to learn more about Eden and stay up to date about what she’s doing! 
• Connect with Eden on LinkedIn 
• Follow Eden on Instagram 

• Subscribe to Eden’s YouTube channel 
• Follow Eden on TikTok 
• Send Eden an email [email protected] 

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Carlos J Malave is a self-published author, speaker, consultant, and the CEO and Founder of Translating Success LLC. Losing his father to suicide is what continues to motivate Carlos to promote the importance of Restorative Practices in schools. Carlos helps schools develop and implement Restorative Practices using his Translating Success Curriculum which is implemented in schools across the country.

In this episode, we talk about: 

• Teaching students that there is power in vulnerability. 
• The difference between conflict and confrontation. 
• The power of meaningful relationships, boundaries, and honest conversations. 
• The importance of restorative practices in schools. 

Connect with Carlos J Malave: 

• Visit cjmotivation.com to learn more about Carlos and stay up to date about what he’s doing! 
• Listen to the Translating Success with CJMotivation with Carlos J Malave. 
• Follow Carlos on Instagram 

• Subscribe to Carlos’s YouTube channel 
• Order his book: Translating Your Success: The Student Guide to Transforming Your Small Wins Into Big Wins 

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In this episode, Abraham shares the three-step process to kill the automatic negative thoughts. Thoughts come, thoughts go, and they only have power when we give them power by accepting them as truth.

3 Step-process to kill the automatic negative thoughts:

• Step 1: Become aware of the thought by writing it down.
• Step 2: Challenge the automatic negative thought. Ask yourself, “Is it true?”
• Step 3: Replace the automatic negative thought with the truth.

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