This week's guest is Travis Jacobs. Travis is an author, storyteller, teacher, and radio host. Hear about his struggles with loss and addiction, and learn how he overcame adversity using awareness, practice, and courage.

This week's guest is Matt Walz. Matt is a Medical Affairs Specialist at Keystone Treatment Center in Sioux Falls, SD. Hear about his advocacy efforts for those living with mental health conditions and substance abuse issues.

This week's guest is Emily Small. Emily works in Guest Services at Tallgrass Recovery & Sober Living Homes. Hear about her own story of recovery, and how she deals with depression and anxiety using dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), mindfulness meditation, and gratitude.

This week's guest is Jae Csongradi. Jae is a licensed clinical social worker at Rising Hope Counseling in Pierre, SD. Hear how social work became her passion, and how she uses hope to lift up herself and others.

This week's guest is Alicia Andal. Alicia is the Constituent Relations Assistant for NAMI South Dakota. Hear how she’s dealing with the coronavirus shutdown while working from home as a single mother. Learn her methods for staying connected and staying positive in these uncertain times.

Why We NAMI is a podcast that explores the subject of mental health, helping you stay connected, stay informed, and stay well. Why We NAMI is brought to you by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) South Dakota, whose mission is to provide education, support, and advocacy for individuals and families impacted by mental illness. Subscribe today so you'll be notified when the first episode is released on May 13th!