In today's enlightening episode of the Spartan Leadership podcast, we took a deep dive into the world of mental health with the incredible Alison Lager. We explored the nuances of mental health, leadership, and the importance of fostering a supportive environment.As Alison shared her insights, I couldn't help but be struck by the profound impact of understanding the "Suicide Mind." It's essential to approach discussions around suicide contemplation with empathy and a new perspective that challenges common misconceptions.Alison's personal story beautifully illustrates the transformative power of vulnerability and resilience. Through her experiences, we learned firsthand how adversity can be harnessed to strengthen our leadership abilities and foster genuine connections with those around us.Tune in NOW!Here are the timestamps…02:48 Intro04:11 Losing a Best Friend and Husband09:41 Moving Forward11:58 Saving a Life16:43 Triumphing Over Trauma21:21 A Supernatural Experience24:42 Recognizing Signs29:46 The Suicide Mind35:48 Getting Through Guilt, Shame and Judgement41:11 Reclaiming Life and Joy Amidst Loss46:21 Addressing the Epidemic of Youth Suicide57:01 Dispelling Misconceptions About SuicideCONNECT WITH ALISON LAGER HERE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alisonanswers/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alison-lager-29981a192/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Alison-Lager-Lcsw-Casac-100007833638411/Support the showCONNECT WITH ME HERE:FacebookInstagramLinkedInTwitterTikTokYouTube SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST HERE:Apple PodcastsSpotifyYouTube