Surviving Suicide, Embracing Identity, and Editing Life with Sage Grayson

Send us Fan Mail **Show Notes for Advancing With Amy / Mental Health Warrior & Neurospicy MamaIn this deeply moving episode of "Advancing With Amy / Mental Health Warrior," host Amy sits down with the inspirational Sage Grayson—a former book editor turned esteemed life and business coach. Listeners are in for a powerful session as two mental health warriors share their personal journeys, and discuss the significance of authenticity and resilience.**Key Points Discussed:**- **Unveiling Vulnerability:** Sage highlights the lifesaving power of honesty about mental health struggles and how it can reduce tragic outcomes in the news by inspiring hope.- **Embracing the Imperfect Self:** Amy gets candid about her imperfections, setting an affirming tone that showcases the beauty in embracing our true selves.- **Surviving and Thriving:** Both speakers delve into their own suicide attempts and the profound effect of bouncing back, emphasizing the crucial role of finding hope and the determination to keep moving forward.- **Constructive Reframing:** Sage shares insights on how adopting a new perspective on life after encountering dark times can lead to finding joy and reducing worries.- **Neurodiversity and Sexuality:** The conversation takes a turn to explore the challenges associated with being neurodiverse and bisexual in a society that often misinterprets these identities.- **Life Editing Framework:** Sage introduces her unique approach to life coaching, which has empowered numerous women to achieve balance and happiness in work and home settings.- **Third Man Syndrome:** A remarkable recounting of hearing a guiding voice during her darkest moment, which turned out to be her future self, urging Sage to push through the hardships toward a happier life.- **Coping Techniques and Mentoring:** Sage unveils her innovative strategies like connecting with a guiding persona and "petitioning the universe" to provide strength in tough times.The conversation wraps up with a heartfelt expression of mutual appreciation and a shared commitment to continue the fight against the stigmas surrounding mental health.**Sage's Special Offer – Edit My Life Planner:**Don't miss out on Sage's generous offer for listeners of "Advancing With Amy." Sage is GIVING AWAY her incredible "Edit My Life Planner," a 5-day video course and planner bundle that will revolutionize the way you tackle your to-do list, take charge of your time, and achieve your aspirations at warp speed. This offer includes both daily and weekly digital planners. Claim your free gift now at:  Edit My Life Planner https://sagegrayson.mykajabi.com/emlp-freebie**Connect, Subscribe, and Share:**Support the showJoin a community of great women talking about living with mental health and/or neurodivergent struggles and supporting each other through life.  Currently free for a limited time here. Get a free WHO AM I Journal to learn more about yourself: https://advancingwithamy.comSign up for Amy's newsletter: https://advancingwithamy.kit.com/newsletterSupport the show here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2434582/supporters/newWE NEED YOU! Want to be a guest on Mental Health Warrior & Neurodivergent Advocate? Send Amy Taylor a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/advancingwithamy