Ricky B: F*ck Cancer—Breakdown to BreakthroughRicky B: F*ck Cancer—Breakdown to Breakthrough
Secret Life
Psych ward at 29 years of sobriety was the last thing Ricky B. thought happen. But after an aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis, he found the distant darkness that had plagued him in the past snuck back in. And the only option that made sense was to take his life. Yet he kept that all to himself. Yet another example that people are facing their own battles all the time, even if it isn't obvious. Ricky shares his heart-wrenching story as he turns his life around, identifies past resentments, and like a phoenix out of the ashes, finds true peace and serenity once again. September is Suicide Prevention Month -- You're not alone: Whether you have struggled with suicide yourself or have lost a loved one, know you are not alone. Hear about personal experiences from people in your local community whose lives have been impacted by suicide. Please check out American Foundation for Suicide Prevention: https://afsp.org Or if you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction, depression, trauma, sexual abuse or feeling overwhelmed, we've compiled a list of resources at secretlifepodcast.com. #suicidepreventionmonth ______ Please tell your friends & Share Online! Subscribe & Review wherever you listen to podcasts. All links here: https://linktr.ee/secretlifepodcast To share your secret and be a guest on the show email secretlifepodcast@icloud.com ______ For full Episode Notes - Click the EPISODE WEBSITE link below.
32:02•28 Aug 2020
Ricky B's Battle: From Cancer Diagnosis to Mental Health Triumph
“I finally got feeling better and I was taking a couple of two mile walks a day and feeling really good. You know, we have the secrets, and so I, especially when it comes to mental health, talk about it.”
What happens when life throws you a curveball you never saw coming? Ricky B. found himself grappling with this question after an aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis. With nearly three decades of sobriety under his belt, the last place he expected to end up was a psych ward. But the darkness crept back in, and Ricky faced thoughts of ending his life. Yet, he kept his struggles hidden from those around him.
This episode of 'Secret Life' is a poignant reminder that everyone has their own battles, often invisible to the outside world. Brianne Davis sits down with Ricky as he shares his raw and heart-wrenching story. He talks about identifying past resentments, finding peace, and the transformative power of self-reflection and forgiveness. Ricky's journey is nothing short of a phoenix rising from the ashes, rediscovering serenity and gratitude along the way.
Listeners will find Ricky's honesty and vulnerability both challenging and inspiring. His story confronts the stigma surrounding mental illness and addiction head-on, encouraging others to seek help and share their own secrets. Brianne and Ricky also touch on the healing power of nature and how reconnecting with the natural world played a pivotal role in his recovery. September is Suicide Prevention Month, making this episode particularly timely and essential.
Whether you've struggled with suicidal thoughts or know someone who has, Ricky's story offers a beacon of hope and a reminder that you're not alone. Tune in for an episode that blends heartache with hope, and darkness with light.
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