EPISODE · Nov 21, 2022 · 52 MIN
Suicide, A Desirable Disadvantage with guest, Frank King
from The Empowering Process Podcast With Gail Kraft · host Gail Kraft
Episode 98 What happens when you turn a chronic condition into a persistent advantage? Frank King, was a writer for the Tonight Show for 20 years, and has been a full time comedian for 37 years, with 8 TEDx Talks on mental illness, who has come close enough to dying by suicide, that he can tell you what the barrel of his gun tastes like, discusses how he discovered he could choose to live with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidal Ideation and turn his dis-abilities into several abilities. Frank talks about the daily head talk, choices, and freedom to choose the options that serve him in the moment. He shares his story, his wisdom, and his heart as he tours and talks to those ready to hear they are not alone. Frank King, Suicide Prevention and Post-vention Speaker and Trainer. Frank speaks on depression and suicide, signs, symptoms, and solutions. He is The Mental Health Comedian www.thementalhealthcomedian.comand is a TEDx Talk Coach, www.yourtedxcoach.com Please note: The information in this episode is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images and information, contained in this episode or associated with this podcast is for general entertainment purposes only. I am not a doctor or therapist. Nothing I say should be taken as medical advice. Please consult a professional if you struggle with anxiety or any other health condition.
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Episode 98 What happens when you turn a chronic condition into a persistent advantage? Frank King, was a writer for the Tonight Show for 20 years, and has been a full time comedian for 37 years, with 8 TEDx Talks on mental illness, who has come close enough to dying by suicide, that he can tell you what the barrel of his gun tastes like, discusses how he discovered he could choose to live with Major Depressive Disorder and Chronic Suicidal Ideation and turn his dis-abilities into several abilities. Frank talks about the daily head talk, choices, and freedom to choose the options that serve him in the moment. He shares his story, his wisdom, and his heart as he tours and talks to those ready to hear they are not alone. Frank King, Suicide Prevention and Post-vention Speaker and Trainer. Frank speaks on depression and suicide, signs, symptoms, and solutions. He is The Mental Health Comedian www.thementalhealthcomedian.comand is a TEDx Talk Coach, www.yourtedxcoach.com Please note: The information in this episode is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images and information, contained in this episode or associated with this podcast is for general entertainment purposes only. I am not a doctor or therapist. Nothing I say should be taken as medical advice. Please consult a professional if you struggle with anxiety or any other health condition.
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