Shattering the Silence on Suicide with Alison Lager

Send us Fan Mail 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 Intro 04:11 Losing a Best Friend and Husband 09:41 Moving Forward 11:58 Saving a Life 16:43 Triumphing Over Trauma 21:21 A Supernatural Experience 24:42 Recognizing Signs 29:46 The Suicide Mind 35:48 Getting Through Guilt, Shame and Judgement 41:11 Reclaiming Life and Joy Amidst Loss 46:21 Addressing the Epidemic of Youth Suicide 57:01 Dispelling Misconceptions About Suicide CONNECT 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/ CONNECT WITH ME HERE: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter TikTok YouTube SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST HERE: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube