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Voices in the Silence: Speaking Out on Mental Health and Recovery
Voices in the Silence: Speaking Out on Mental Health and Recovery
Voices in the Silence: Speaking Out on Mental Health and Recovery
Friday 12th April 2024
Join Ethan Fisher on 'Blindsight' as he shares his journey from addiction and tragedy to becoming a mental health advocate.
49 minutes
Empowering
Informative
Inspiring
Vulnerable
Hopeful
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Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Navigating Intimate Relationships
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Healing Relationships
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Episode Overview
- Ethan Fisher shares his journey of mental health struggles and addiction, emphasizing the importance of early intervention
- Fisher highlights the impact of self-medication and the link between mental health issues and addiction
- Through keynote speeches, Fisher empowers individuals to make positive choices and seek help when needed
- The podcast explores the significance of addressing mental health and the role of vulnerability in promoting healing
- Listeners are encouraged to consider the power of goal setting, perseverance, and corporate support in mental health recovery
I challenge those in the audience that if they're struggling with mental health, I challenge them to go talk to a counselor because that is a choice that they can make at that moment to deal with the pain and the trauma versus making the choice of, oh, it's not that big of a deal.
Imagine making a series of bad decisions that lead to a life-altering tragedy. Ethan Fisher's story is exactly that, but it's also about redemption and the power of speaking out. In this episode of 'Blindsight', hosted by Bill Lundgren, Ethan Fisher opens up about his turbulent journey through mental health struggles and addiction.
From his early years in middle school, where untreated mental health issues began, to his expulsion from five college basketball programs due to drugs and alcohol, Fisher lays it all bare. He recounts his first suicide attempt in eighth grade and a drunk driving accident that resulted in a fatality, forever changing his life and the lives of others.
Fisher makes it clear that this episode isn't about seeking sympathy; it's about understanding the ripple effects of one's actions and the importance of addressing mental health issues early on. He shares how he turned his life around by seeking help and now dedicates his time to speaking with students and individuals about his experiences. His message is simple but powerful: take responsibility, create awareness, and don't be afraid to ask for help.
This episode is a raw and real look at the consequences of ignoring mental health and the incredible resilience required to overcome such adversity.