Episode 315 - Redefining Success Through Compassion and Resilience with Lisa Sugarman

In this week’s episode of Success is Subjective, Joanna sits down with author, mental health advocate, and suicide loss survivor Lisa Sugarman. Lisa’s journey is one of resilience, grief, and transformation—from losing her father at a young age, to later discovering the truth about his death, and ultimately turning her pain into purpose. She reflects on the nonlinear twists of her career, from journalism to parenting columns, and how her lived experiences reshaped her work and calling. Today, Lisa is the author of four books, the founder of The Help Hub, a crisis counselor with The Trevor Project, and co-host of The Survivors podcast. Lisa redefines success as impact and authenticity rather than achievement. She speaks to the importance of listening to our kids, creating space for honesty, and embracing life’s twists as part of the journey. Her story is a powerful reminder that showing up vulnerably can inspire hope and healing.Lisa’s Resources: Social Media:Instagram: @lisa_sugarmanFacebook: The Lisa SugarmanLinktree: linktr.ee/thelisasugarmanLinkedIn: Lisa SugarmanWebsite & Platform:The Help Hub — Lisa’s survivor-led platform for mental health resources and communityBooks:Surviving: Finding Hope After Suicide Loss  (forthcoming, 2026 release) — Lisa’s upcoming mental health bookHow to Raise Perfectly Imperfect Kids and Be Okay with ItPodcast:The Survivors Podcast — Co-hosted by Lisa SugarmanOrganizations & Affiliations:The Trevor Project — Crisis support for LGBTQ+ youthSamaritans Boston — Grief support and suicide prevention servicesNAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) — Mental health education and advocacyConnect with Joanna Lilley  Therapeutic Consulting AssociationLilley Consulting WebsiteLilley Consulting on Facebook Lilley Consulting on YouTubeEmail [email protected]#TherapeuticConsulting #LilleyConsulting #Successful  #TherapeuticPrograms #Therapy #MentalHealthMatters #Podcast #PodcastCommunity #TheJourney #SuccessIsSubjectivePodcast #TheUnpavedRoad #PFCAudioVideo #EmotionalHealing #TraumaRecovery #TheSu