Russell Lewis: Inspiring Change from Gang Life to Mental Health Activism

I would love to hear from you! When we peel back the layers of society, we're often confronted with a raw, untouched narrative of personal challenges and mental fitness. That's where our guest, Russell Lewis, comes in. His journey from navigating a single-parent household and a gang lifestyle to advocating for mental health is the inspiring story you never knew you needed to hear. We unpack the stigma around mental health, the significance of intentional assistance, followership, and the importance of realizing it's okay to seek help.Let's fast forward to a world of time management, financial literacy, and self-discovery. Russell divulges his admiration for the Robin Hood app for investing and "The Speed of Trust" for understanding trust dynamics. We'll let you in on something - authenticity and individuality are the secret spices here. We share personal escapades about breaking free from societal mold and embracing the raw, unabashed version of ourselves. It's a tale of battles with vulnerability, self-expression, and persisting authenticity despite adversity. We stripped back the curtain on mental health within the military, focusing on the Military Resilience Training (MRT) program. As we debunk common misconceptions about seeking mental health services in the military, we emphasize the necessity of self-reporting. The conversation takes a personal spin, as we relate how starting a podcast sparked creativity and engaged different parts of our brain. We wrap up this chat with positive vibes, discussing self-appreciation and the importance of keeping it real. Our stories and experiences are an offering to inspire and guide you through your journey. Support the showhttps://mindforcepodcast.buzzsprout.com