Surviving Pain, Suicide Prevention & Mental Health Awareness With Suicide Survivor That Jumped Off The Golden Gate Bridge, Kevin Hines

Today’s episode will be a challenge for some of you to listen to, but what my guest talks about in this episode is a very important and present issue that so many face. We all know someone that suffers with brain pain or mental health concerns, or maybe you are that someone. My guest will share his story of his suicide attempt, his miraclous survival, and why he know dedicates his life to helping other end their suffering and not deal with it alone. 

Nearly 800,000 people die by suicide in the world EVERY year and that number continues to rise. Because of this there is high likelihood that you or someone you know has been impacted by suicide.

 ***So I ask in advance, if you find this episode to serve anyone today…whether it be a parent concerned about their teenager, someone you know struggling with mental health, or just to get this message out as far and wide as it needs to…Please do share it, you can help save lives today.***

Welcome my guest, Kevin Hines. He is one of only thirty-six (less than 1%) to survive the fall from the Golden Gate Bridge. Kevin is a storyteller. He is a best selling author, global public speaker, and award winning documentary filmmaker. In the Year 2000, Kevin attempted to take his life by jumping off the Golden Gate Bridge. Many factors contributed to his miraculous survival including a sea lion which kept him afloat until the Coast Guard arrived. Kevin now travels the world sharing his story of hope, healing, and recovery while teaching people of all ages the art of wellness & the ability to survive pain with true resilience. 

In 2013, Kevin released his bestselling memoir titled Cracked Not Broken, Surviving and Thriving After A Suicide Attempt. Then in 2018 released Suicide: The Ripple Effect. “Suicide: The Ripple Effect” a feature length documentary film and MOVEMENT, focusing on the devastating effects of suicide and the tremendous positive ripple effects of advocacy, inspiration and hope that are helping millions heal & stay alive.

His motto: #BeHereTomorrow and everyday after that. 

*If you are having a mental health emergency call 911 or reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by dialing 988.

In today's episode you will learn:

Kevin's story and that day he attempted suicide What would of helped him knowing what he knows today Red flags to look for Preparing your kid for pain His 10 step program to help brain pain 4 words to say to get the help you need What must come first before medical intervention and more

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