EPISODE · Dec 25, 2022 · 25 MIN
175. Surviving The Golden Gate Bridge Suicide Attempt With Kevin Hines
from Dream Out Loud · host Morgan Nelson
“Pain is universal and inevitable. Suffering is optional, it’s a choice.” -Kevin HinesHave you ever thought about the very reason why people commit suicide?How can you assist someone you know who is seriously depressed?In this episode, we'll discuss with Kevin his wonderful story of hope, healing, and recovery, as well as how to create a stronger mind so that we may always be in charge of our thoughts and actions. He will also explain to us how the words we use to influence people can either make or break their lives.Kevin Hines 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 that 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 and the ability to survive pain with true resilience. His compelling story has touched diverse, global audiences within colleges and universities, high schools, corporations, clergy, the military, clinicians, the health and medical communities, law enforcement organizations, and various industries. Thousands have communicated to Hines that his story helped save their lives. He has reached millions with his story. Kevin believes in the power of the human spirit and in the fact that you can find the ability to live mentally well. His mantra: “Life is a gift; that is why they call it the present. Cherish it always.”Check out these episode highlights:04:22 - What do people who commit suicide truly desire04:52 - What kind of pain is worse than physical pain05:53 - Why choose the Golden Gate Bridge06:48 - Animals have emotions12:08 - Why do people fear telling their truth14:33 - It’s all about perspective when you get a suicidal thought17:18 - A small act of compassion can alter someone's course22:08 - How can we approach someone who is deeply suffering with greater awareness and better questionsKnow more about Kevinhttps://www.kevinhinesstory.com/Follow Kevin on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/kevinhinesstory/Subscribe to his Youtube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYZeM7MIkXtU_--r9BlDTQAJoin the Dream Out Loud Facebook Communityhttps://bit.ly/2RSBKVFFollow me on Instagram herewww.Instagram.com/morgantnelson
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“Pain is universal and inevitable. Suffering is optional, it’s a choice.” -Kevin HinesHave you ever thought about the very reason why people commit suicide?How can you assist someone you know who is seriously depressed?In this episode, we'll discuss with Kevin his wonderful story of hope, healing, and recovery, as well as how to create a stronger mind so that we may always be in charge of our thoughts and actions. He will also explain to us how the words we use to influence people can either make or break their lives.Kevin Hines 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 that 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 and the ability to survive pain with true resilience. His compelling story has touched diverse, global audiences within colleges and universities, high schools, corporations, clergy, the military, clinicians, the health and medical communities, law enforcement organizations, and various industries. Thousands have communicated to Hines that his story helped save their lives. He has reached millions with his story. Kevin believes in the power of the human spirit and in the fact that you can find the ability to live mentally well. His mantra: “Life is a gift; that is why they call it the present. Cherish it always.”Check out these episode highlights:04:22 - What do people who commit suicide truly desire04:52 - What kind of pain is worse than physical pain05:53 - Why choose the Golden Gate Bridge06:48 - Animals have emotions12:08 - Why do people fear telling their truth14:33 - It’s all about perspective when you get a suicidal thought17:18 - A small act of compassion can alter someone's course22:08 - How can we approach someone who is deeply suffering with greater awareness and better questionsKnow more about Kevinhttps://www.kevinhinesstory.com/Follow Kevin on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/kevinhinesstory/Subscribe to his Youtube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYZeM7MIkXtU_--r9BlDTQAJoin the Dream Out Loud Facebook Communityhttps://bit.ly/2RSBKVFFollow me on Instagram herewww.Instagram.com/morgantnelson
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