Healing Out Loud

In this episode, we're joined by Tonia Lott, author of My Beautiful Black Son Died by Suicide. Tonia shares her deeply moving journey of losing her son, Julian, a U.S. Naval Academy graduate and submarine engineer, to suicide. She courageously opens up about Julian's silent struggles and the profound grief and questions she faces in the wake of his passing. Through her narrative, Tonia highlights the importance of addressing mental health, especially within the Black community, where stigma often keeps these conversations in the dark. She discusses her own path to healing, including therapy, group counseling, and self-care practices, offering listeners insights into resilience, empathy, and the power of breaking the silence around mental health. Join us as we explore Tonia's story, a call to action for greater awareness and support for those who may be suffering in silence. Don't miss this powerful episode, and consider purchasing My Beautiful Black Son Died by Suicide to join the movement for mental health awareness and support.