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Mother’s Day can expose the quiet cracks in a home: the assumptions, the missed signals, the “I meant well” moments that still land like neglect. We sit down with David Solomon, a new dad navigating newborn life, and he doesn’t sugarcoat what he’s learning. Watching his wife carry the physical toll of feeding and caring for a baby reframes everything, especially the way our culture dismisses stay-at-home moms. The core message is simple and challenging: appreciation is not a feeling, it’s a practice.We dig into what meaningful Mother’s Day appreciation actually looks like in a marriage. That includes dropping the comparison trap between your own mom and your wife, saying thank you in specific ways, and taking initiative with the unglamorous work that keeps a household running. David shares how pressure, lack of sleep, and creative deadlines can make it easy to default to generic gestures, and why that doesn’t build trust. We also talk about turning gratitude into a rhythm with an “appreciation night” that’s different from date night, focused on giving your spouse real space.Then the conversation widens into what we’re building through Voices for Voices and Mythical Creatures Around the World: stories designed to bring hope to broken communities, creative projects across age groups, and major plans that stretch into publishing, audio dramas, and more. Under all of it is the same standard we’re trying to live by: if we want to change culture, we have to start by honoring the people carrying the load at home.Subscribe for more conversations that are human-first, share this with someone who needs the reminder, and leave a review so more families can find it.*Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And Mother’s Day Setup2:07 A New Dad Sees Motherhood Differently9:49 Appreciation That Shows Up In Action19:05 Writing With Purpose And Bringing Hope28:57 Thanking The Spouse Behind The Mission32:20 Trauma, Gratitude, And Weekly Appreciation38:50 Building A Creative World Under Pressure50:31 Justin Reflects On Culture And Momentum1:01:46 New Myths, New Books, Big Announcements1:14:39 Final Thanks And Share The Show#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #NewDads #MothersDayAppreciation #DadLife #FatherhoodJourney #GiftIdeasForMoms #NewDadTips #CelebratingMoms #ParentingAdvice #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode500Support the show

Episode 500 is coming up fast, and I wanted to slow down for a minute and talk about what it really takes to keep a mission-driven show going. Voices for Voices exists because you share it, talk about it, and help other people find it. I explain where you can watch and listen across platforms, why word of mouth matters more than any algorithm, and how our nonprofit work stays sustainable through simple support that stacks over time.Then we shift from big goals to a very personal milestone in our home: our dog Lucy turns three today. I’m 44 and this is my first real pet outside of fish, so I’m learning everything in real time, the routines, the surprises, and the moments that test your patience. I also share something I didn’t expect: having Lucy around feels like a form of pet therapy. It doesn’t erase stress, but it can take the edge off, give you something to look forward to, and pull your mind away from anxious loops for a few seconds at a time.We also talk about why people celebrate pet birthdays, how kids learn to be gentle with a real animal, and what to consider if you’ve been thinking about getting a dog, including shelters, the Humane Society, and worries like allergies. If this mix of nonprofit purpose and real-life mental health support resonates with you, subscribe, share the episode with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find Voices for Voices.*Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:01 Welcome And Episode Milestone1:16 How To Support The Show2:12 The Mission To Help Billions6:38 Books Donations And The Tour8:23 Meet Lucy On Her Birthday10:30 Pet Therapy And Stress Relief16:07 Learning Pet Care As Adults21:24 Adoption Allergies And Final Ask#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #PetBirthdays #DogBirthdayIdeas #CelebratingPets #PetPartyTips #FurryFriends #PetLovers #PetVlog #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode499Support the show

A family photo in front of the Disneyland castle turns into something stranger: a whispered “Hello,” a tall man with golden hair and pointed ears, and then he’s gone. We read and react to the “Venus Man of Disneyland” folklore from our Mythical Creatures Around The World page and unpack why stories like this travel so fast, especially when they tap into shared wonder, fear, and the need to make sense of what we can’t explain.We also share a big update: Voices for Voices acquired Mythical Creatures Around The World in late 2025, and we’re building it as a grassroots community you can actually participate in. If you love folklore, urban legends, cryptids, and local myths, this is your lane. If you’re here for mental health, trauma recovery, PTSD, and real talk about being human, that’s our foundation. The surprising truth is that both belong together because connection is connection, and people show up when something feels alive.As we get closer to 500 total episodes, we talk openly about our long-term nonprofit mission, including the goal of helping three billion people over a lifetime and beyond. We explain where to follow along across Facebook, Instagram, podcast platforms, YouTube, and Rumble, and we make the simplest invitation we can: if you want to be a guest, reach out and ask.If this gave you something to think about, subscribe, share the show with a friend, and leave a review. And if you’re able to support a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, donate at lovevoices.org*Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Gratitude for Upcoming 500-Episode Milestone1:13 Nonprofit Mission And Tax-Deductible Giving2:00 Baseball Season Analogy And Big Plans4:49 Acquiring Mythical Creatures Around The World6:43 The Venus Man Of Disneyland Folklore11:12 Growing The Community Across Platforms16:06 Mental Health Roots And Being Imperfect21:05 Guest Invitations And Helping More People24:35 Final Asks, Sharing, And Donations#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #MythicalCreatures #DisneylandMagic #MentalHealthAwareness #FantasyWorld #CreativityAndHealing #DisneyAdventure #ImaginationAndWellbeing #HealingThroughStories #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode498Support the show

Practice sounds ordinary until you notice how much of your life depends on it. We dig into the difference between practicing and not practicing, starting with the kinds of incentives that got many of us moving as kids, including the Pizza Hut Book It era where reading at home actually came with a reward. But the real point is bigger: practice is how you build competence, and competence is how you build confidence you can feel in your body.From there, we follow the shift that hits in middle school, college, the trades, and your first job. Nobody gives you a sticker for showing up, and nobody rescues you from the consequences of skipping the work. We talk about why mentors and teachers can only write letters of recommendation when you’ve earned trust, and how looking in the mirror can be the start of real growth. We also get personal about how long it can take to find what you genuinely care about, because having a reason makes practice sustainable.Public speaking brings everything into focus: nerves, adrenaline, coping strategies, and the temptation to “wing it.” We share what actually helped over time, like rehearsing in a larger space, repeating the material until you understand it, and using notes as support rather than a crutch. Mental health shows up here too, including panic attacks, and we talk about practicing anyway, one rep at a time.We close with a story about a small act of kindness at a baseball game and why paying it forward is a skill you can practice like any other. If this resonates, subscribe, share the show with someone who needs a boost, and leave a review so more people can find Voices for Voices.*Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Why Practice Matters1:26 Pizza As A Practice Incentive5:11 Self Discipline When Nobody Watches10:44 First Presentations And Real Fear15:45 Repetition Builds Confidence22:55 Panic, Preparation, And Doing Hard Things28:58 A Hot Dog And Paying It Forward37:19 Challenge To Practice And Closing#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #publicspeaking #overcomingnerves #selfconfidence #trustyourvoice #speakingtips #personaldevelopment #mindsetmatters #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #voicesforvoicespublishing #voicesforvoicesaudio #Episode497Support the show

Choose Goals That Are Yours, Not Someone Else's | Episode 496Every day you wake up, you are already moving closer to something. The uncomfortable part is naming it: are we getting closer to our dream, or closer to inactivity that feels safe because it is familiar? We sit with that question and keep returning to it from different angles, because clarity is not a lightning bolt, it is a practice.We talk about how to find your direction when you are not sure what you want yet, including a simple, underrated tool for goal discovery: your local library. We also reflect on why numbers can matter so much in personal growth, from the shock of nearing 500 shows to the power of long-term milestones like 40 years of sobriety. Those markers are not about bragging rights, they are proof that consistency is real.Then we get honest about validation. Trophies, medals, and applause feel good, but they cannot be the reason we keep going, and they cannot come with us when life ends. We explore how to pursue progress without becoming addicted to recognition, and why our bigger mission is about helping people and building connection across culture, not politics.We close with practical steps you can try immediately: start before you feel ready, turn off screens for 30 minutes a week, and choose goals that are yours, not someone else’s. Subscribe, share the show with a friend, and leave a review. What are you getting closer to right now?*Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And How To Support2:07 Defining What Closer Means3:51 Use The Library To Explore7:21 Why Numbers Mark Real Progress9:31 Validation Without Trophies17:47 Purpose Bigger Than Recognition19:56 Choose Goals That Are Yours22:20 Creativity And Healthy Validation26:48 Turn Off Screens To Think31:43 The Final Closer Question#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #selfimprovement #personaldevelopment #motivation #goalsetting #mindfulness #innerstrength #lifepurpose #inspiration #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode496Support the show

Your Psychiatrist Can't Help If You Don't Tell Them This | Episode 495A missing refill can feel like a personal failure, even when it’s really a system problem. We’ve both felt that sudden drop in the stomach when the pharmacy record says one thing, the clinic says another, and your pill bottle says you have one day left. That kind of uncertainty can spike anxiety fast, especially when you’re managing mental health with ongoing prescription medication and strict refill rules around controlled substances.We walk through how these medication mix-ups mess with your head: the self-questioning, the stress spiral, and the fear of what happens if you abruptly stop a medication that should be tapered. We also talk about the practical side of patient advocacy, like contacting your prescriber early, being honest about what you’re experiencing, and remembering that your psychiatrist can only help with side effects, dosage changes, and refill fixes if they actually know what’s going on.Then we zoom out to the support that makes all of this easier to handle over time: therapy and counseling. We share why we think everyone can benefit from a therapist, how to handle it if you don’t “click,” and why bringing notes or a simple list can change your sessions. When appointments are weeks apart, writing things down turns scattered stress into clear talking points, and that clarity can be a real coping mechanism.If this conversation helps, subscribe, share it with someone who’s juggling mental health medication management, and leave a review so more people can find the show. What’s one strategy that helps you speak up when you’re overwhelmed?*Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And How To Support1:05 When Prescriptions Create Panic8:55 Why Everyone Can Try Therapy12:20 Getting More From Sessions With Notes22:20 Speak Up About Side Effects29:15 Share The Show And Donate#runningoutofmeds #fyp #awareness #health #selfcare #wellness #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealth #anxiety #depression #bipolar #ptsd #therapy #suicideprevention #recovery #justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #supportsystem #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalillness #endthestigma #mentalhealthjourney #medication #medicationmanagement #psychiatricmeds #mentalhealthmedication #runningoutofmeds #prescriptionissues #mentalhealthcrisis #medicationwithdrawal #rxproblems  #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode495Support the show

We're Pushing 500 Episodes - Here's Everything We Do | Episode 494Almost nobody needs another vague “mental health resource” they need a clear path to action. We go live with a straightforward update on Voices For Voices: what we are, how we work, and how you can actually find us and support the mission without guessing or digging through links.We talk about the Voices For Voices TV Show and Podcast as we push toward 500 episodes, and we clarify a question we get constantly: yes, we are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. That means donations and many purchases can be tax deductible in the United States, and we share the simplest ways to contribute through lovevoices.org plus options like Venmo and Cash App. We also list where you can watch and listen across a huge range of platforms including YouTube, Rumble, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeart, TuneIn, Deezer, and more so you can follow along wherever you already listen.Then we pull back the curtain on voicesforvoices.org and walk through what’s on the site: our mission focused on mental health, addiction recovery, trauma recovery, accessibility, disability inclusion, and real career support. We highlight resources people often miss like the Career Center, plus the shop, books, and what we’re building toward with future publishing and tour plans. If you’ve ever wanted to help someone feel worthy again, this is your map.Subscribe, share this with one friend who needs it, and leave a review so more people can find Voices For Voices.*Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And Why Go Live0:43 TV Show Milestone And Nonprofit Status1:43 Where To Watch And Listen5:12 How Donations And Tax Deductions Work7:56 Mission Roots In Mental Health10:10 Website Walkthrough And Navigation11:23 Tour Plans Publishing And Books13:53 Mission Vision And Impact Stories17:38 Merch Shop Highlights And Products20:08 Career Center Tools And Job Search22:03 How To Help Without Money24:10 Share The Org And Closing Message#grok #chatgpt #justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #MentalHealthSupport #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode494Support the show

Clean Bed, Safer Body with Bedding That Cares | Episode 493A hospital bed can look clean and still be a revolving door for pathogens. That’s the unsettling premise behind our conversation with Rich Cordero, who founded Betting That Cares to tackle one of the most ignored parts of healthcare: what happens on the mattress, day after day, when someone can’t simply get up and walk away.We talk through Rich’s low-cost bedding isolation idea built around two plastic sheets and disposable pads, designed to separate what you can control from what you can’t. From hospitals and nursing homes to home caregiving and emergency settings, we dig into why infection control, patient dignity, and caregiver safety often fail at the most basic level, and how simplicity can scale globally faster than expensive “breakthrough” devices.Then we zoom out into a bigger vision of “knowing medicine” by capturing real-time body data with sensors and using AI health monitoring tools to turn individual experiences into shared health knowledge. We also get practical with a salt brine and apple cider vinegar hygiene approach Rich believes can help when bathing is difficult, and we don’t shy away from the hard question of incentives when prevention threatens profits.If you care about patient safety, bedridden care, home health, medical innovation, and real-world solutions that don’t require a fortune, you’ll get a lot out of this one. Subscribe, share this with someone who’s caring for a loved one, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway or your toughest question.*Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome, Mission, And How To Help4:37 Introducing Rich And Bedding That Cares9:20 The Hidden Danger Of Shared Beds14:45 A Two-Sheet System For Isolation21:40 Giving Bedridden People Life Experiences28:55 Turning The Bed Into Health Data36:20 Open Knowledge Versus Profit Motives41:50 Salt And Vinegar Hygiene Method48:50 Why Hospitals Resist Simple Solutions55:00 Building 256,000 Voices For Change1:00:50 Justin’s Family Caregiving Reality Check1:04:40 The Steam Bath Story And Motivation1:11:00 Contact Info, Donations, And Final Share#CleanBedding #Beddingthatcares #elonmusk #presidenttrump #justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #SaferSleep #HealthyHome #EcoFriendlyBedding #SustainableLiving #AllergyFreeBedding #HypoallergenicMaterials #SleepHygiene #WashableBedding #ComfortableSleep #BedCareTips #SleepWellness #OrganicBeddingOptions #HomeCleaningHacks #RestfulNights #RichCordero #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode493Support the show

Dyslexia And Autism Don't Cancel Out Your Gifts | They Shape Them | Episode 492Autism can change how we process the world, but it doesn’t change our worth, and it definitely doesn’t erase our ability to create, lead, and build something that matters. We sit down with David Solomon to talk about life on the spectrum, the pushback that comes with being misunderstood, and why calling autism “a crutch” misses the point. For David, dyslexia and autism don’t cancel out his gifts, they shape his workflow, his communication style, and the way he sees stories with unusual speed and depth.We dig into the behind-the-scenes reality of neurodiversity and creative work: getting mocked for being different, needing systems for small tasks, rotating projects to avoid burnout, and leaning on trusted support. David shares the mentors who helped him learn to read through comic books, the folklore and mythology studies that fuel his worldbuilding, and the long arc behind Mythical Creatures Around The World. We also talk about what it feels like to be taken advantage of, including plagiarism and stolen ideas, and how you keep moving when criticism gets loud.You’ll also hear what we’re building with Voices for Voices Publishing, including plans for a major tour (2026–2028) and a future physical bookstore, plus why we care so much about giving people an alternative in publishing and entertainment. We close with straight talk on mental health, therapy, believing in yourself, and making practical career choices, including why college isn’t the only path and trades can be life-changing.Subscribe for more conversations on autism awareness, mental health, trauma recovery, and creative purpose, then share this with someone who needs hope today and leave a review with your biggest takeaway.*Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And Autism Awareness3:13 David’s Story Of Being Different6:09 Dyslexia, Writing, And Key Support8:10 Comic Books Spark A Breakthrough10:33 Daily Life With Autism Friction13:40 Tour Plans And A Future Bookstore18:27 Facing Plagiarism And Stolen Ideas21:05 Mythical Creatures Family Legacy24:36 Find What Works For You27:33 Real Origins Behind The Stories33:37 New Genres And Publishing Mission40:29 Alternatives To Mainstream Entertainment53:33 Mental Health, Therapy, And Purpose1:06:26 Listener Sightings And Folklore Reports1:17:00 College Isn’t The Only Path1:22:54 Follow, Share, And Closing Thanks#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #AutismAwareness #Storytelling #OvercomingBullying #MentalHealthMatters #CreativeJourney #BuildingWorlds #Neurodiversity #InclusionMatters #ResilienceInStories #PersonalGrowth #EmpoweringNarratives #DiverseVoicesInMedia #ArtAndAutism #CharacterDevelopment #PositiveChange #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode492Support the show

9 Years Sober and Still Getting Pressure: Here's How I Stay Steady | Episode 491Friday nights can reveal what we’re really living for. Justin Alan Hayes gets candid about the mindset he carried 20 to 25 years ago, when weekends revolved around alcohol, pre-gaming, and chasing the next high, and how different life feels now with nearly nine years of sobriety on the horizon. With Voices for Voices approaching 500 episodes, we talk about what it takes to build a grassroots 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity that stays focused on mental health, trauma recovery, and lowering stigma, even when the world feels chaotic and time feels short.We dig into gratitude and presence as real practices, not feel-good lines. When you remember that none of us are promised another hour, your priorities get clearer: family, community, small moments, and choices that protect your future. Justin also shares why he’s “all or nothing,” why “just one drink” isn’t a safe deal for him, and how that self-knowledge becomes a tool for recovery. He connects healthier weekends to sleep hygiene, consistency, and the kind of growth that looks simple on the outside but takes real effort day after day.We also talk about pressure and persistence: being in a club environment while sober, holding a sparkling water, and proving to yourself that you can stay steady when people push. From there, the conversation opens into purpose and hope, encouraging you to explore outlets like music, dance, or any dream you’ve put on hold, one small step at a time. And when criticism shows up, we remind ourselves that free speech cuts both ways: you can disagree, you can change the channel, but we’re not quitting on the people who need these conversations.If this helped you feel even a little less alone, subscribe, share the show with someone who needs it, and leave a review so more people can find Voices for Voices.*Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And Community Thanks2:10 Why The Charity Exists6:05 Time Urgency And Being Human7:52 From Drinking Plans To Family Time12:15 Gratitude And Staying Present19:00 Trying Again And Talking It Out23:05 Sleep Hygiene And Healthier Choices29:05 Staying Sober Under Social Pressure33:20 Purpose And Helping One More Person37:55 Free Speech And Not Quitting42:05 Support The Mission And Donate#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #Gratitude #SobrietyJourney #MindfulLiving #MentalHealthAwareness #AddictionRecovery #PositiveVibesOnly #TransformYourLife #SoberLife #ThankfulnessPractice #ResilienceBuilding #PersonalGrowth #HealingThroughGratitude #SoberSupportCommunity #EmotionalWellbeing #LifeChanges #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode491Support the show

She Carried the Shame for 30 Years | Now Ellen's Demanding Justice | Episode 490Silence protects offenders, not survivors, and Ellen is finished staying quiet. She joins us to share what happened when she was raped at 14, how blame and disbelief followed her for decades, and why speaking up now feels like a form of protection for the next person in line. We talk honestly about what it’s like to carry trauma in your body, live with PTSD triggers, and rebuild after addiction, depression, and years of feeling unseen.We also zoom out to the systems around survivors. When money, status, or “small town politics” decide who gets believed, justice gets distorted and the harm spreads. Ellen breaks down a point too many people miss: rape isn’t about attraction, it’s about control. That truth reframes prevention, reporting, and what real support looks like when someone finally tells you their story.Autism Awareness Month brings another layer. Ellen is a proud mom of an autistic child, and we push back on the casual cruelty of autism jokes and labels. Justin shares his own experience on the spectrum and why focus, sensitivity to sound and light, and social anxiety often get misunderstood. We also talk about the bystander effect, the need for upstanders, and how modern screens and engagement-driven media shape what kids absorb and what adults ignore.If you care about mental health recovery, survivor advocacy, child safety, and building a culture that actually listens, hit play. Subscribe, share this with one person, and leave a review so more survivors and families can find these conversations.*Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome, Mission, And Subscribe7:31 Autism Respect And No Mocking9:30 Ellen’s Assault And Breaking Shame14:33 Addiction, PTSD, And Recovery Work19:15 Action Over Apathy For Survivors33:04 Autism, Memory, And Speaking Up57:16 Screens, Media Incentives, And Parenting1:05:46 Closing Thanks And TikTok Handle#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #SurvivorStory #TraumaHealing #JusticeForSurvivors #MentalHealthAwareness #ResilienceJourney #HealingThroughArt #OvercomingTrauma #EmpowermentThroughExperience #SupportSurvivors #InspirationalStories #AdvocacyAndJustice #PersonalGrowthJourney #FindingYourVoice #CommunitySupportForSurvivors #CourageToHeal #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode490Support the show

The Grass Got Cut And So Did My Stress | Episode 489Some days, the biggest mental health breakthrough is finishing a basic chore. Justin Alan Hayes shares a raw “days in the life” update that starts with the mission behind Voices for Voices and ends with a surprisingly powerful story about mowing the lawn while living with ongoing mental challenges.We talk through what it takes to keep a mental health nonprofit moving, including how you can support the work, where to find resources on voicesforvoices.org, and why we’re building a clearer home for our growing book collection. Justin also shares early details about the 2027 Voices for Voices Publishing World Tour and how schools, towns, and communities can request a stop, with a focus on clean content that people have been asking for.Then we shift into real life: tall grass, sore backs, decision fatigue, and the quiet anxiety that shows up when the to-do list feels endless. Justin explains how mowing became a small win that challenged the belief of “I can’t do this,” and why reducing choices can sometimes calm the mind. We also check in on Lucy’s recovery after surgery, and how caregiving routines add another layer to stress management and daily life.If you’re looking for mental health encouragement, trauma recovery perspective, and practical coping strategies that feel human, this conversation will land. Subscribe, share it with someone who needs a small push today, and leave a review so more people can find these stories.*Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And Why We Do This1:55 Mission Goal And Donation Options4:00 Website Updates And 2027 Tour5:58 Book Collection And Myth Page7:29 Mowing The Lawn As Progress10:31 Grass Seed Lime And Overwhelm10:54 Lucy’s Recovery And Daily Routines19:15 Stress Lists And Getting Ahead25:09 Social Posts Grief And Purpose28:51 Final Thanks And How To Help#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #GrassCutting #StressRelief #LawnCare #GardeningTips #MentalHealthMatters #NatureTherapy #OutdoorLiving #MindfulnessInNature #SelfCareRoutine #FreshAirFeelsGood #LawnMaintenance #RelaxationTechniques #HappinessInTheOutdoors #LandscapingIdeas #PeacefulMoments #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode489Support the show

Flashbacks During Spring Chores? Here's What's Actually Happening | Episode 488A messy yard can be more than a weekend chore. Sometimes it’s a trigger, a mirror, and a mental health workout all at once. Justin Alan Hayes shares what happened when spring weather turned his hilltop lawn into a tall, waterlogged project and why the first mow of the year brought back anxiety, perfectionism, and memories from an earlier life.We talk about the pressure to keep up with neighbors, the obsession over “straight lines,” and how quickly your brain can turn a simple task into a story about worth. Justin connects mowing today with past summers working at a golf course, where precision was everything and the fear of being reprimanded never fully left. That opens a deeper conversation about trauma triggers, flashbacks, and how the brain stores sensory cues, from sounds and routines to the places where hard moments happened.The episode also gets practical about mental health medication management in daily life. Justin breaks down changing prescriptions, warnings like avoiding grapefruit, and a newer concern around hydration and salt or electrolyte levels. If you do yard work, exercise, or any physical activity that makes you sweat, you’ll hear clear takeaways on pacing, taking breaks, eating when you need to, and using electrolyte drinks to replenish what your body loses.If you found this helpful, subscribe, share the episode with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find honest conversations about mental health, trauma recovery, anxiety, and real-world coping skills.*Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And Community Thanks1:41 Meet Lucy After Surgery2:17 Rocky Weather And Tall Grass6:12 Mowing In Sections On A Hill10:38 Perfectionism And Neighbor Comparisons14:51 Golf Course Flashbacks And Trauma16:30 Med Changes And Grapefruit Warning22:03 Salt Levels Hydration And Electrolytes28:10 Free Ways To Support And Donations#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #YardWork #CopingMechanisms #MentalHealthAwareness #TraumaHealing #GardeningTherapy #MindfulChores #NatureHealing #MentalWellnessTips #EmotionalResilience #SelfCareRoutine #OutdoorTherapy #HealthyCopingStrategies #TraumaRecoveryJourney #StressReliefActivities #LifeLessonsInNature #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode488Support the show

Safe Enough to Dream | Safe Enough to Build | Episode 487If you’ve ever felt torn between “do more” and “I’m running on empty,” this one is for you. I’m Justin Alan Hayes, and I’m sharing what it looks like to build Voices for Voices while protecting mental health, managing stress, and refusing to let burnout decide the pace. The goal is big, but the strategy stays human: community, consistency, and self-care that actually works.We get real about the everyday stuff that shapes our nervous system more than we admit, from weather whiplash to a busy week to my dog Lucy’s surgery recovery. Then we move into the deeper questions: when is stepping back a smart boundary, and when do people misread it as “using a crutch”? I explain why that label misses the point, how capacity is not the same as motivation, and why sustainable productivity matters in trauma recovery, mental wellness, and mission-driven work.I also tell the story from our gala that still makes my stomach flip: playing guitar and performing while up on a scissor lift, balancing fear of heights with safety protocols, lights, and a live audience. It wasn’t about showing off. It was about showing what courage can look like when you plan, stay safe, and choose to inspire someone else to try the thing they’ve been putting off.If you take one idea with you, let it be this: dream bigger, but do it safely and with support. Subscribe, share the show with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find this mental health and trauma recovery community. What’s one dream you’re ready to take one small step toward?*Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And How To Support2:45 Weather Whiplash And Daily Life5:55 Reducing Stress By Stepping Back8:40 When People Call It A Crutch11:45 Breaks, Work Ethic, And Safety13:10 The Gala That Raised The Bar15:40 Facing Heights With A Scissor Lift20:20 Dreaming Big While Staying Safe33:45 You Can Do It Closing#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #MentalHealthAwareness #FeelSafe #PersonalGrowth #EmotionalWellbeing #SelfDiscovery #EmpowermentJourney #SafetyFirst #CourageToChange #VulnerabilityStrength #MythicalCreaturesAroundtheWorld #MindfulnessMatters #LifeChoices #OvercomingFear #MentalWellnessTips #PositiveMindsetShift #InnerPeaceQuest #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode487Support the show

When You're Waiting for Bad News | How to Show Up for Yourself | Episode 486Some days don’t just feel “busy” or “off” they feel heavier in your body and louder in your mind. We talk honestly about why certain days of the week can trigger stress and anxiety, from the Sunday scaries and workplace burnout to that sinking feeling when you know a tough appointment is coming. If you’ve ever felt your brain bracing for Monday, a deadline, or a manager dropping three more tasks on your desk, you’ll recognize the mental load we describe and the small ways it reshapes your whole day.We also dig into appointment anxiety, from the dentist chair to medical tests, and how anticipation can be worse than the procedure itself. Using a simple “percentage” view of your mindset, we explain how calm can shrink while worry expands, even when you’re trying to tell yourself it’s just a normal day. That blend of mental health awareness and real-life examples makes it easier to name what’s happening and respond with more compassion toward yourself.Then the conversation turns toward the most serious kind of fear: waiting on results, biopsies, and the possibility of a cancer diagnosis. I share what it’s like to walk through that uncertainty as a family member and what I learned about support, trauma, and resilience. Sometimes the best thing you can do isn’t a perfect speech or a grand plan it’s showing up and being in the room.If this resonates, subscribe to Voices for Voices, share the episode with someone who needs it, and leave a review so more people can find these mental health conversations. What day of the week hits you the hardest?*Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And Quick Requests1:27 Why Certain Weekdays Feel Heavier6:30 Appointment Anxiety And Mental Load14:30 When Health Fear Turns Serious24:28 Showing Up For Family In Crisis34:10 Gratitude Dreams And Final Takeaways36:02 Catalog Reminder And Sign Off#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #Mindfulness #MentalHealthMatters #DailyMindset #EmotionalWellbeing #CognitiveScience #MoodVariations #PsychologyOfDays #SelfAwarenessJourney #StressManagementTips #ProductivityHacks #DayToDayLife #PositiveThinkingStrategies #NeuroscienceExplained #ThoughtPatternsAnalysis #PersonalGrowthJourney #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode486Support the show

Why a Puppy's Medication Sent Me Back to the Worst Day | Episode 485A syringe shouldn’t be able to time-travel, but sometimes it does. I’m connecting a few moments that still live in my nervous system: my grandma’s declining health, her move through care facilities, the day she kept saying “we need to get out of here,” and the shock of being asked to hold her still while staff gave her a shot. It’s a raw look at how caregiving, elder care, and grief can create trauma triggers that don’t fade just because time passes.I also share the lighter memories that keep a person whole in our minds, like her determination to get a wine discount and the advice she repeated to me about saving money. Those details matter because they bring dignity back into the story and remind us that family members are more than their worst medical day. From there, we talk about regret and anxiety, including how hard it can be to say goodbye when life is already overwhelming.The thread keeps running into the present: hospice care for my dad, the reality of end-of-life medications like morphine, and then an unexpected flashback when our puppy comes home from surgery with antibiotics that have to be given by syringe. If you’ve dealt with anxiety, needle phobia, medical trauma, or the emotional whiplash of watching someone you love change, you’ll recognize the feeling.If any of this hits close to home, listen, share it with someone who needs permission to feel what they feel, and subscribe so you don’t miss future conversations on mental health, trauma recovery, and healing. After you listen, will you leave a review and tell me what moment stayed with you most?*Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And How To Support1:05 Facing A Loved One’s Decline2:17 Grandma’s Wine Discount Mission9:41 Loss Before The Wedding12:43 Visiting Her And Just Being Present20:39 “We Need To Get Out”24:17 Needle Fear And Holding Her Still29:15 Hospice, Morphine, And More Trauma33:36 Puppy Surgery And Syringe Flashbacks38:42 It’s Okay To Feel This#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #FamilyDecline #CareFacilities #TraumaAwareness #MentalHealthMatters #AgingParents #ElderCareChallenges #FamilyDynamics #IntergenerationalTrauma #SupportSystems #EmotionalWellbeing #LongTermCare #HealingTogether #NavigatingLoss #ResilienceInFamilies #CompassionateCare #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode485Support the show

Sexual Assault Awareness Needs Real Action, Not Just Promises | Episode 484We’ve got a lot of “special days” on the calendar, but I keep coming back to one question: why do we wait for a date to care? I walk through a handful of April awareness days and holidays and use them as a mirror for how we live the other 364 days, from health and family to the environment and the way we treat one another when no one is watching.That includes a frank look at Easter and how easily meaning gets buried under spending, trends, and routine. If faith matters to you, I share why the resurrection of Jesus Christ is the core and why it’s worth saying out loud. If faith isn’t your lane, the bigger point still applies: don’t let important things turn into background noise just because they’re familiar.Then we get into heavy but necessary ground: Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. Sexual assault is not okay, ever, and survivors deserve more than vague promises and a phone number. We talk trauma, mental health, the role of courts, and why real support has to be direct, practical, and fast. From there, I shift to child online safety, school-issued laptops, YouTube “challenge” culture, ads and product placement, and how all of it shapes kids whose brains are still developing. I also lay out a simple solution schools can actually implement: lock devices to learning programs only.If you care about prevention, protection, and a culture that takes responsibility seriously, listen all the way through. Subscribe, share the show with someone you trust, and leave a review so more people can find it.*Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And Quick Ways To Help1:37 Every Day Can Be Awareness Day8:01 Easter Meaning Vs Commercial Hype13:06 Sexual Assault Awareness And Real Support19:53 Child Internet Safety And Clean Content29:19 Airport Pranks And Public Safety36:49 Locking Down School Devices38:26 Final Thanks And How To Support#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #AprilHolidays #ChildOnlineSafety #SpringCelebrations #InternetSafetyTips #KidsOnlineProtection #HolidayCraftsForKids #DigitalParenting #SeasonalFestivities #SafeBrowsingForKids #EducationalActivitiesForChildren #ParentalGuidanceOnline #CelebrateSpringWithKids #CyberSafetyAwareness #EngagingKidsInHolidays #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode484Support the show

Novocaine Brain And The Accidental Kardashian Vibe | Episode 483A cracked filling doesn’t sound like a big story until you’ve lived through the years that lead up to it. I’m Justin, and I’m talking candidly about what happens when mental health and major depression knock out your routines, including brushing, dental cleanings, and basic maintenance. When I finally got back into the dentist chair after that “mental health valley,” the bill wasn’t just money, it was reality: fillings, crowns, and the slow work of rebuilding what I’d let slide.I also walk you through what today’s appointment feels like in real time: the numbing agent, the vibration of the drill, the hardest part of keeping your mouth open, and the not-so-fun hours waiting for the numbness to wear off. If you deal with sensory sensitivity, including experiences that can show up on the autism spectrum, we talk about why hot and cold sensitivity and everyday stimuli can hit harder than people realize.Then we zoom out to the rest of life, because it all stacks together: mental health swings, tax-day stress, the comfort of coming home to my tiny pup Lucy, and how much energy I burn worrying before I do the thing. I share why podcast analytics and rising downloads feel like quiet validation, plus a few thoughts on haircuts, aging, back pain mornings, and learning to keep a secret when exciting stuff is brewing.If any of this sounds like your life, hit subscribe, share the show with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find these honest conversations about mental health, self-care, and getting through the next hard task.*Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:01 Welcome And Big Mission1:27 Dental Neglect After Mental Crisis4:04 Today’s Refilled Filling Experience9:32 Sensory Sensitivity And Autism Notes12:52 Mental Health Swings And Podcast Growth13:50 Hair Trim Regrets And Old Style Memories16:05 Keeping Secrets And Faith21:14 Taxes And Puppy Lucy Support25:50 Dread Before Appointments And Self Care28:48 Aging Body And Morning Back Pain32:36 Fewer Surprises And Practical Gifts34:36 Closing Thanks And Share Request#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #NovocaineBrain #AccidentalKardashian #PopCultureAnalysis #CelebrityVibes #TrendingTopics #KardashianInfluence #SocialMediaTrends #CulturalCommentary #RealityTVReview #TeenageDreams #SatireAndHumor #ModernSocietyCritique #YouthCulture2026 #ViralMomentsExplained #KardashiansInFocus #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode483Support the show

When Technology Gives Disabled Artists a Real Voice | Episode 482A commercial stopped me in my tracks: a young girl onstage making music with her eyes. Not metaphorically, literally. That moment sent me straight back to my experience with a special needs orchestra where musicians use iPads and GarageBand to play songs with confidence, structure, and joy. It also reminded me why Voices for Voices exists in the first place: “having a voice” is not limited to spoken words, and access to expression can be life-changing.We dig into what assistive technology and disability inclusion can look like when it is done with respect, not pity. From pre-programmed chords to eye-tracking interfaces, the tools may be digital, but the impact is deeply human. If you care about mental health, trauma recovery, neurodiversity, and making creative spaces more accessible, this story opens up a bigger definition of communication, independence, and community.From there, I get real about persistence. I talk about living with major depression, acute anxiety, ADHD, OCD, ADD, and being on the autism spectrum, plus what it feels like when someone calls the work “useless.” The takeaway is simple: keep going. It might take a lot of tries, but anything worth doing does. If someone hates it, they can turn the channel while we keep building toward a goal of reaching and helping people at massive scale.Subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more people who need hope and practical motivation can find it.*Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And The Big Mission2:02 A Commercial That Gave Chills8:26 Sunlight, Mood, And Momentum11:15 When People Say You Cannot14:08 Help Us Help Others20:17 Persistence And Facing Fear22:47 Celebrate Every Kind Of Voice#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #MoreThanSpokenWords #PoetryCommunity #SpokenWordArt #CreativeExpression #ArtisticVoices #PoeticJourney #EmotionalStorytelling #WordsmithsUnite #LanguageOfFeelings #LiteraryArts #SoulfulVerses #InspiringCreativity #AuthenticNarratives #VoiceAndVerse #ExpressYourself #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode482Support the show

How Folklore Becomes A Shared Universe For Every Community | Episode 481Your hometown has lore. Someone saw something. Someone swears it happened. And most of the time, those stories stay trapped inside a diner booth, a school hallway, or a local police report. We want to pull them into the light and build something bigger than another random monster tale.We’re joined by David Solomon, CEO and founder of Mythical Creatures Around the World, to share the blueprint for a shared universe built from small-town folklore, cryptid sightings, and regional legends across the United States and beyond. We talk mermaid reports on the Oregon Coast, Bigfoot hotspots, werewolf folklore, and the way modern myths evolve through UFO stories and supernatural encounters. David explains why these legends matter, how they can carry morals like parables, and why he sees this work as outreach that offers hope without turning into propaganda.We also get specific about the plan: books for each town, crossover events, TV pilots, comics, audiobooks, radio platforms, video games, music, and more. David breaks down the different imprints we’re building for kids, teens, families, and mature audiences, plus what “quality over quantity” looks like when you’re trying to do faith-backed Christian fantasy, speculative fiction, and grounded drama the right way.If you want your community’s story to be heard and you want clean, compelling stories with purpose, follow along and help us spread the word. Subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find Voices for Voices and Mythical Creatures Around the World.*Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And Share The Show2:00 David’s Vision After Eye Stroke6:40 Small Town Folklore Sparks New Projects14:30 One Connected Universe Across Towns23:10 Imprints For Kids Teens Adults33:40 YA Legends Along The Coast44:10 Expanding Into Every Story Format55:05 Bible Connections And Pop Culture Roots1:03:20 Dallas Atlantis Tease And Real Darkness1:09:05 Closing Thanks And Calls To Action#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #DavidSolomon #Folklore #CulturalStories #SharedUniverse #CommunityTraditions #MythologyExplored #StorytellingArt #LocalLegends #CulturalHeritage #FolkloreInFocus #TalesOfThePast #MythicalCreatures #InterconnectedCultures #FolkTalesReimagined #TraditionAndIdentity #NarrativeCommunities #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode481Support the show

The Gap Between What Companies Promise and What They Do | Episode 480A “we care about mental health” slogan is easy to print. Living it as a workplace policy is the hard part. I’m Justin Alan Hayes, and I’m getting real about how expectations, judgment, and chaotic work culture can pile up into stress and anxiety that follows you home. If you’ve ever felt like you’re failing when the system is actually broken, you’re not alone.I walk through what it looks like when onboarding falls apart: no clear direction, no real training, missing tools, and deadlines that don’t match reality. I also share a story that still sticks with me, a benefits policy that promised therapy support, then drew a line that effectively told me my existing mental health care didn’t “count.” We talk HR policies, employee benefits, therapy coverage, and the quiet stigma that keeps people from asking for help in the first place.Then I zoom out to the day-to-day: the constant “fire drills,” the last-minute requests, the skipped lunches, and the kind of management that makes work unpredictable. I close with what’s helped me most, taking therapy seriously, considering medication when needed, and treating self-care as a responsibility, not a luxury.If this hits close to home, subscribe, share the episode with someone who needs it, and leave a review so more people can find these conversations on workplace mental health and recovery.*Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And The Shoulder Dog3:23 Expectations And Everyday Judging6:05 Work Needs Structure And Training18:05 When Benefits Policies Hurt Families27:45 Denied Therapy Coverage And Fallout39:20 Fire Drills And Bad Management Stress47:25 Therapy, Medication, And Self-Care51:54 Closing Thanks And Share The Show#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #MentalHealthSupport #CorporateWellness #EmployeeWellbeing #MentalHealthAwareness #WorkplaceSupport #PsychologicalSafety #CompanyCulture #MentalHealthMatters #OccupationalHealth #HRPractices #WorkLifeBalance #EmployeeEngagement #BusinessEthics #StressManagementInTheWorkplace #HealthyWorkplace #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode480Support the show

My Mom Saved Me At That Funeral | Episode 479A funeral can be a strange kind of trigger, even when you think you’re prepared. I share what it felt like to walk into a service with my anxiety running high, why grief-heavy spaces are hard for me, and one simple choice that made it more manageable: I didn’t go alone. If you deal with stress, panic, or emotional overload, this conversation offers something practical and human, not polished advice from a distance.That day also brought me back into a church I hadn’t been inside for about 20 years, and it forced a comparison between who I was then and who I’m fighting to become now. I talk about a powerful moment from therapy and a question that reframed the whole experience: can it help to actually see how far you’ve come? We get into self-judgment, shame, and the way old environments can pull up old identities, especially when you’ve lived through addiction patterns, trauma, or seasons of feeling lost.From there, I connect the personal story to the bigger mission behind Voices for Voices. We’re building a mental health and recovery community grounded in storytelling, books, and upcoming audio, and I explain why sharing the show can be just as meaningful as a donation. I also open up about where some of my confidence cracks started, including sports pressure, baseball tryouts, setbacks after surgery, and how binge drinking became tied to acceptance.If you need a reminder that you’re unique, you matter, and quitting isn’t your only option, press play. Subscribe, leave a review, and share this with someone who needs support today.*Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And How To Support3:05 Funeral Anxiety And Stress5:20 Bring Someone With You6:55 Returning To A Church After Years9:15 Therapy Perspective On Progress11:35 Why Voices For Voices Exists14:10 Donations Books And The Big Goal17:15 You Are Unique Do Not Quit20:10 Self Judgment And Sports Pressure22:35 Tryouts Politics And Lost Confidence26:45 Surgery Setbacks And Anxiety Roots28:55 College Identity And Binge Drinking31:05 Mortality Health Fears And Anger33:55 Lucy In The Background And Closing#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #AnxietySupport #MentalHealthJourney #CopingWithAnxiety #FamilySupport #MentalHealthMatters #SelfCareTips #AnxietyRelief #TalkAboutIt #EmotionalWellbeing #MindfulnessMoments #OvercomingFear #ParentingThroughAnxiety #MentalWellnessCommunity #HealingTogether #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode479Support the show

The Song That Broke Open Everything At This Funeral | Episode 478A funeral can make everything else feel quieter and somehow sharper at the same time. We start with gratitude for the Voices for Voices community and the mission to reach and help billions, then the day takes a turn into something more personal: showing up for family, sitting in a Catholic Mass, and letting grief do what it does.What stayed with us most was the way a life got honored through meaning, not perfection. The urn was a golf ball, a simple and stunning tribute to a man who loved the game, and during Masters Week it felt almost surreal. Then came a eulogy built like a round of golf, with the first nine holes and the second nine holes mapping the arc of a whole life. We talk about why symbolism works, how structure can carry emotion, and how storytelling can make a memorial feel true instead of generic.And then music cracks it open. When “How Great Thou Art” plays, it pulls us straight into memories of a dad, a favorite song, and the small traditions that keep love close, like playing a specific rendition at the cemetery and leaving with a couple honks and a wave. We also sit with the hard lesson the priest names: you can’t take houses, money, cars, or status with you, so what are you building that lasts?If you want more honest conversations about grief, faith, remembrance, legacy, and doing good through a nonprofit charity, press play. Subscribe, share this with someone who needs it, and leave a review, and if you’re able to support the mission, donate at lovevoices.org.*Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And Ways To Support2:45 Artemis II And Moonbound Awe4:30 Puppy Home Alone And Routine7:18 A Somber Funeral Day19:16 A Song That Breaks Open Grief25:10 What Makes A Life Worth Living29:11 Final Thanks And Sharing Request#VoicesforVoices #MindsetShift #BreakThroughLimits #justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #Funeral #GolfBallUrn #LegacyQuestions #MemorialTribute #CreativeUrns #LifeAndDeath #CelebrationOfLife #UniqueFunerals #EndOfLifePlanning #GolfLoversMemorial #PersonalLegacy #AfterlifeReflections #HonoringLovedOnes #CopingWithLoss #MeaningfulGoodbyes #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode478Support the show

Diagnosed With Autism in My 30s | Why People Doubted Me | Episode 477Some people hear “loud concert” and think inconvenience. I hear it and think sensory overload, the kind that can flood your body with too much sound, too much light, and too much motion all at once. For Autism Awareness Month, I’m getting personal about being diagnosed on the autism spectrum in my thirties, what that clarified for me, and why so many autism and mental health challenges stay hidden in plain sight.We talk about the parts of autism you can’t easily see, including how verbal and nonverbal communication differences can shape how people treat you. I also unpack a moment that really hurt: being questioned about a late autism diagnosis and hearing the implication that it must not be real. Those “Are you sure?” comments can land like bullying, even when nobody uses a slur or raises their voice. And when someone goes further and says you’re “using it as a crutch,” it can shut down the very honesty that helps people stay regulated, safe, and understood.I also share a relatable example of literal thinking, and why “sharing is caring” can be hard when you’re talking about autism, panic attacks, or any mental health diagnosis. The core takeaway is simple: give people grace, stop judging what you can’t measure, and let people be people.If this resonates, follow Voices for Voices, share it with someone who needs it, and leave a review so more listeners can find real conversations about autism, neurodiversity, bullying, and mental health.*Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And The Show Mission3:14 Autism Awareness And My Diagnosis4:46 Sensory Overload With Lights And Sound9:02 Invisible Challenges And Being Understood13:29 Late Diagnosis Doubts And Bullying20:22 Literal Thinking And Sharing Hard Truths26:46 Kindness Takeaway And Final Call#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #Neurodiversity #GraceInEveryMoment #LivingWithAutism #UnderstandingAutism #MentalHealthMatters #EmpathyAndCompassion #SupportForFamilies #AutisticVoices #InclusionMatters #UniquePerspectives #LoveAndAcceptance #LifeOnTheSpectrum #AdvocacyForAll #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode477Support the show

Fear of Being Forgotten When Nobody Comes | Episode 476A quiet cemetery can say more than you expect. After Easter weekend, I drive to visit my dad’s grave and I find myself sitting in the car, trying to gather my thoughts before stepping out. The grief is real, but what hits me next surprises me even more: I look around and see so many headstones with nothing on them. No flowers. No flags. No small sign that someone stopped by. And my mind goes straight to the mental health questions we don’t always admit we carry, like loneliness, abandonment, and the fear of being forgotten.I’m not here to judge how anyone grieves, or to claim flowers equal love. Life is complicated. Families live far away. Money is real. Some relatives are gone too. But standing there, I can’t help reflecting on how time keeps moving, how quickly the world changes, and how easily people can fade from view. We talk about what that reality can stir up inside us, especially if you’re already navigating trauma, depression, anxiety, recovery, or complicated grief.We also end with something simple and doable. If you have someone you’ve lost, and you’re able to stop by someday even for a minute, consider doing it. Say a prayer, offer a thought, play a song, or just remember them on purpose. If this message lands with you, subscribe to Voices for Voices, share the episode, and leave a review so more people who need mental health support can find us.*Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And Why We’re Here2:17 The Mission And How To Help3:12 Easter Weekend And Losing Dad9:58 Sitting In The Car With Grief10:54 Headstones Without Flowers And What It Means15:19 Time Moves On And The Fear Of Being Forgotten18:22 A Simple Prayer To Remember People22:52 Closing Thanks And Share The Show#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #GriefJourney #QuietCemetery #CopingWithLoss #HealingThroughNature #EmotionalReflection #FindingPeace #MemorialStories #LossAndHealing #CemeteryVisitation #RememberingLovedOnes #NatureAndGrief #SilentSorrow #GriefAwareness #PersonalGrowthThroughLoss #LifeAfterLoss #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode476Support the show

Challenge Your Limits or Stay Stuck in Them | Episode 475What if the biggest thing holding you back is not effort, luck, or timing, but the number you quietly decided you deserve? We get honest about limits, the sneaky kind that live in everyday expectations and turn into a ceiling for confidence, mental health, and momentum.We start with real life: gratitude for the community behind Voices for Voices, why sharing the show matters, and how the nonprofit mission stays alive through listeners. Then we take a detour to a humid baseball field with our new dog Lucy, where trying to support family while managing a curious puppy turns into a surprisingly clear picture of focus, overload, and the pressure to be “perfect” at everything.From there, we dig into self-limiting beliefs with simple examples that hit hard. If you only plan for the minimum, your brain can start treating that minimum as the maximum. We connect that idea to sports, growing older, career identity, self-esteem, and the midlife feeling of wondering what’s next after the old dreams fade. And we land on a challenge that applies whether you pray, hope, or set intentions: ask for more. Raise the lower limit. Set a bold goal, then take small steps that prove to your mind that you are not stuck.If this sparked something for you, subscribe, share the episode with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find the show. What would change this week if you stopped asking for the bare minimum?*Donate Today:  LoveVoices.org, CashApp or Venmo**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And Support The Mission3:32 Mental Health And Self Grace5:03 Taking Lucy To The Ballgame16:07 Limits Explained With Everyday Choices25:57 When Big Dreams Hit Real Life34:06 Ask For More Than Minimum41:51 Three Billion People And Thinking Bigger53:41 Final Thanks And Ways To Help#VoicesforVoices #MindsetShift #BreakThroughLimits #justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #ExpectMoreFromYourself #PersonalGrowth #OvercomeLowExpectations #UnlockYourPotential #SelfImprovementTips #ChallengeYourLimits #RiseAboveAverage #EmpowermentJourney #HigherStandards #SetYourGoalsHigh #TransformYourLife #AchieveGreatness #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode475Support the show

Artemis II And The Question Every Dreamer Must Answer | Episode 474A Moon launch has a way of making you feel like a kid again and also forcing you to face what you are actually afraid of. I’m watching Artemis II lift off and suddenly I’m back in that old dream of wanting to be an astronaut, back in the reality of what space training costs, and back in the bigger question: what do we do when something we love collides with fear, anxiety, or the limits of our own bodies?We talk through what Artemis II is, why this mission matters for the future of NASA’s Artemis program, and what it means to circle the Moon and travel over the far side. I share memories of visiting Kennedy Space Center and seeing a shuttle launch from a distance, plus the little details people forget like the rocket angle change, the plume you see at liftoff, and how tightly planned launch trajectories are. And yes, we even touch the very human side of spaceflight, including a reported toilet malfunction and why redundancy and safety planning matter when you are in a sealed spacecraft.Then the conversation turns personal: claustrophobia, agoraphobia, dizziness, and anxiety. If four astronauts are living in a dorm-room-sized space for ten days, what does that stir up in us? I reflect on how my own symptoms show up, how a past car accident makes me wonder about untreated injuries and trauma, and why mental health awareness often comes later than the events that shaped us. The takeaway is simple and tough: try looking fear in the eye, take one step, and see what changes.If this resonated, subscribe to the show, share it with someone who needs it, and leave a review so more people can find Voices for Voices. What did you want to be when you grew up, and what fear are you ready to challenge now?*Donate Today:  LoveVoices.org, CashApp or Venmo**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And How To Support2:39 Childhood Dream Of Being Astronaut4:41 Space Camp Cost And G-Force Fear9:14 Artemis II Launch With My Daughter11:28 How Rockets Launch And What You See 12:23 Seeing A Shuttle Launch In Florida17:20 Artemis II Mission Plan Explained19:40 Moon Landing Doubts And Questions25:40 Claustrophobia And Closed Quarters29:30 A Car Accident And Anxiety Links33:42 Malfunctions In Space And Redundancy36:43 What Did You Want To Be39:32 How Space Can Unite People40:16 Look Fear In The Eye And Try42:48 Final Support Requests And Closing#VoicesforVoices #ArtemisII #DarkSideOfTheMoon #NASA #justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices  #LunarExploration #SpaceMission #AstronomyNews #SpaceTechnology #FutureOfSpaceTravel #ApolloLegacy #LunarSouthPole #InterstellarJourney #SpaceInnovation #MoonPhaseStudy #CelestialScience #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode474Support the show

You Don't Have to Forget to Forgive | Reclaiming Your Boundaries | Episode 473Forgiveness is supposed to bring peace, but what happens when “moving on” starts to feel like erasing yourself? Justin Alan Hayes takes a straight, human approach to one of the most loaded phrases we hear in mental health conversations: forgive and forget. We unpack why forgiving can be a real act of strength while forgetting can feel impossible or even unsafe, especially when the original words or actions created stress, trauma, or lasting doubt.We also challenge a question that quietly follows a lot of growth stories. If someone questioned you, assumed the worst, or talked down to you while you were building, then later watches you succeed, do you owe them anything? We explore how to think about that without becoming vindictive, how to hold boundaries without losing your values, and how to stay grounded in facts instead of getting trapped in old emotional loops.If you care about emotional healing, boundaries, trauma recovery, and practical mental health reflection, this one will stick with you. Subscribe to Voices for Voices, share this with someone who is carrying old hurt, and leave a review with your take: can you forgive without forgetting, and where do you draw the line?*Donate Today:  LoveVoices.org , Venmo or CashApp**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00Welcome And Why We Exist4:16Donations And How To Support5:38Defining Forgiveness And Forgetting14:28Why Forgetting Gets Complicated19:32Do You Owe Past Doubters25:05Reflection And Final Requests#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #Doubt #OvercomingObstacles #MotivationalSpeech #SelfBelief #ProveThemWrong #RiseAbove #InspirationDaily #MindsetMatters #PersonalGrowth #ConfidenceBoost #SuccessMindset #EmpowermentJourney #BelieveInYourself #ResilienceIsKey #ChaseYourDreams #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode473Support the show

Gloomy Days Hit Different When You're Depressed | Episode 472A gloomy morning can feel like a weighted blanket you never asked for and no amount of “just get up” advice touches it. Justin Alan Hayes gets real about what it’s like to wake up on an overcast, rainy day with depression and seasonal affective disorder, when your body moves slower, your mind needs more time, and the world still expects the same pace. He shares a laugh-out-loud moment of being attacked by an energetic dog while trying to steal a few more seconds of sleep, then zooms out to the deeper point: low energy is not a moral failure.From there, we talk about how weather and mood can spill into work and daily routines, where tiny oversights can happen when you’re not fully online yet. Justin uses a simple example of forgetting trash cans behind the car to show how “little things” can grow when we don’t slow down, breathe, and stay present. The conversation stays grounded in mental health, trauma recovery, and the human reality of doing your best on the days that don’t feel easy.We also go deeper into self-judgment and extremes: the old habit of comparing, the fear of going all-or-nothing with working out, and how that mindset can mirror past binge drinking and a lack of moderation. Justin explains why counseling and showing up consistently matters, especially when you’re managing medication and trying to build a healthier life one decision at a time. Voices for Voices is also a 501c3 nonprofit, and you’ll hear how to support the mission at lovevoices.org.If this hit home, subscribe, share the episode with someone who needs it, and leave a review so more people can find honest conversations about depression, seasonal affective disorder, recovery, and self-compassion.*Donate Today:  LoveVoices.org**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 - Welcome And Why We’re Here3:00 - When Weather Shapes Mood13:40 - Sluggish Mornings And Small Mistakes21:40 - Dropping Judgment And Comparison26:40 - Extremes Addiction And Exercise Fears39:10 - Counseling Commitment And Self Kindness42:00 - How To Support The Mission#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #GloomyDays #MentalHealthMatters #EmotionalWellbeing #CopingWithSadness #FindingJoyInDarkness #SelfCareTips #MindfulLiving #UpliftingContent #OvercomingNegativity #WeatheringTheStorms #PositivityInAdversity #MoodBoosters #BrighteningGloomyDays #ResilienceBuilding #HopeAndHealing #MythicalCreaturesAroundtheWorld #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode472Support the show

More People Die as You Get Older: Facing That Reality | Episode 471Death does not wait for a “good time,” and grief does not follow a script. I sit down and speak plainly about what it feels like when more people start passing away as you get older, how losing a parent stays with you, and why those emotions can turn into real mental health challenges. If you are navigating bereavement, trauma, depression, anxiety, or addiction recovery, I want you to hear one clear message: you are not alone, and you do not have to pretend you are fine.I also share my perspective on public controversy around COVID shots and sudden illness, not to win an argument, but to show how fear, anger, and powerlessness can shape the way we process loss. Mental health and trauma recovery are not just private struggles; they show up in what we believe, what we say out loud, and how we try to protect the people we love. Along the way, I talk about getting back with my psychiatrist, staying in counseling, and why support matters more than perfection when life hits hard.We close with a pop culture moment that turns into a bigger question: what happens when pain, medication, stress, and fame collide with everyday safety decisions? Using the Tiger Woods DUI news as a jumping-off point, I explore impairment, trauma, and why even people with unlimited resources can still make risky choices. If this conversation helps you think differently about grief support, coping skills, or safer decisions, subscribe, share the show with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find Voices for Voices.*Donate Today:  LoveVoices.org**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 - Welcome And Why We Share4:01 - Grief And Losing Loved Ones9:41 - COVID Shots And Sudden Illness Fears15:25 - A Family Death And Its Ripple17:30 - When Life Interrupts Mid-Show25:21 - Counseling Support And Daily Coping26:37 - Tiger Woods Crash And Trauma Lens38:48 - Recap Gratitude And Subscribe Request#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #LivingWithLoss #GriefRecovery #MentalHealthAwareness #HealingJourney #CopingWithLoss #EmotionalHealing #FindingHope #SupportForGrievers #MindfulnessInGrief #ResilienceThroughLoss #MythicalCreaturesAroundtheWorld #NavigatingLoss #SelfCareAfterLoss #LifeAfterGrief #WellnessAndHealing #PersonalGrowth #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode471Support the show

Months Into a Case and Still No Evidence | Episode 470A lawsuit can say almost anything on paper. The hard part is proving it when someone is under oath and the details have to add up.We talk about the First Amendment, freedom of speech, and why I’m willing to speak publicly when the subject is my own livelihood and the people around me. I also share a blunt reality many listeners face in silence: if you’re paying for legal help and your attorney isn’t listening or acting on what you bring them, you’re allowed to make a change. The attorney-client relationship is a professional partnership, not a life sentence, and protecting your interests is part of navigating the judicial system.Then we get specific. Using our understanding of the Pennsylvania Unified Judicial System public access policy, I walk through a deposition summary tied to a defamation complaint in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. The claim says our content drove people away from an organization and caused $350,000 in losses. But months into the case, after roughly 293 days, the testimony we discuss raises a core problem in civil litigation: the lack of direct numbers, direct attribution, and clear causation tying specific departures to specific videos, podcasts, or posts.If you care about legal accountability, public records, and what “evidence” should mean before someone puts a dollar figure on another family’s name, this conversation is for you. Subscribe to the show, share it with someone who needs it, and leave a review with your take: what should courts expect when accusations are big but the numbers are missing?*Donate Today:  lovevoices.org**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 - Welcome And Big Sharing Goal2:20 - First Amendment And Turning The Channel5:50 - When You Need To Fire A Lawyer8:05 - Public Records And Case Background11:30 - Why Former Counsel Was Let Go17:20 - Deposition Answers On Alleged Losses25:15 - Accountability And The Pizza Shop Analogy31:12 - Closing Thoughts And Share Request#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #MathInLitigation #EvidenceBasedLaw #MathematicalEvidence #DataDrivenJustice #LegalStrategy #JusticeThroughNumbers #AnalyzingClaims #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode470Support the show

Exposing A Stephen D. Reimers Fundraising Fraud | Episode 469Somebody asks you for money “for a creative project,” the logo looks real, the story sounds urgent, and the paperwork feels just official enough to quiet your doubts. That’s the moment we want you to pause.We talk with David and Amanda Solomon about what they allege happened around Mythical Creatures Around the World and related writing and publishing efforts: unpaid work, suspicious employment letters, “investment offers,” donation outreach that doesn’t appear to benefit the creator, and documents they say raise serious questions about who controls the brand and the intellectual property. Amanda explains how she first joined the work as an editor, how a promised paid caretaker role never resulted in pay, and how access to email led her to information she says David had never seen.We also discuss the human cost behind the paperwork: the confusion that comes when authority is disputed, the risk when a creator’s income is tied to someone else’s business tax ID, and what to do when you believe impersonation or fraud is happening in real time. Throughout, we keep it practical for listeners who donate online, back crowdfunding campaigns, support indie authors, or hire contractors: verify entities, confirm signers, document everything, and report suspected fraud to the proper authorities.If you’ve ever wondered how a legitimate-looking fundraising pitch can go wrong, this conversation lays out the warning signs in plain language. Subscribe, share this with a friend who donates online, and leave a review with the biggest red flag you think people miss most often.*Donate Today:  lovevoices.org**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 - Welcome And How To Help2:35 - Why They’re Sounding The Alarm6:25 - Amanda Meets David And Joins8:22 - The Caretaker Deal And Red Flags12:08 - Unpaid Work And Questionable Contracts13:55 - The LLC Discovery And IP Control18:40 - Claims Around Death And Impersonation25:05 - Donations And Investment Offers Explained30:18 - Publishing Cancellations And Project Sabotage35:28 - Loans, Threats, And Financial Fallout40:20 - Tax IDs, Amazon, And A Debt Trap44:08 - What To Do If Contacted58:05 - Final Thanks And Subscribe#StephenDReimersFraud #FundraisingFraud #FraudExposed #CharityScandal #ExposeTheTruth #ScamAlert #FraudAwareness #WatchdogReport #CharityWatchdog #InvestigationSeries #CorruptionUncovered #FinancialTransparency #AccountabilityMatters #egypt #india #southkorea #canada #mexico #oregon #maralago #troymi #troymichigan #PresidentTrump #presidentzelensky #Ukraine #ukrainenews #SouthAfrica #johannesburg #southafricanews #Fraud #SenatorTedCruz #tedcruz #cia #VoicesforVoices #VoicesforVoicesPodcast #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #justiceforjustin #dubai #uaeSupport the show

Stephen D. Reimers: Wage Theft & Fraud EXPOSED! (Ep. 468)Somebody can steal more than money. They can steal time, trust, and a name you worked years to build. We talk about what we describe as employee abuse with Stephen D Reimers as the supposed "Employer" through nonpayment, how “contracts” and job promises can be used to pressure people into unpaid labor, and why that crosses the line into fraud in our view, which is exactly what Stephen D Reimers has done.We also address the confusion created when newsletters and donation appeals circulate using someone else’s story, projects, and brand to raise funds or claim influence. David and Amanda Solomon share what they’ve recently learned about alleged LLC paperwork, surprise debts, and public claims of ownership connected to Mythical Creatures Around the World and Voices for Voices. We explain why supporters should slow down before donating or partnering, and how a cease and desist letter becomes a necessary boundary when misrepresentation keeps happening with Stephen D Reimers.Along the way, we pull back the curtain on Mythical Creatures Around the World: how it began as a healing outlet, how it grew into international cultural storytelling, and why folklore consulting can become valuable intellectual property in comics, film, and TV. We also talk about the danger of leaking pre-production slates under NDA and the real livelihood impact when unfinished work gets pushed into the public.If you care about wage theft, nonprofit transparency, intellectual property rights, and protecting survivors from exploitation, press play, then subscribe, share, and leave a review. What’s one red flag you watch for before you trust a fundraiser or a “partner” claiming ownership?*Donate Today:  LoveVoices.org**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 - Welcome And Share The Show2:50 - Unpaid Work As Fraud Allegation7:20 - Stephen D Reimers And False Donation Emails8:08 - Mythical Creatures Origin And Growth11:20 - LLC Claims And Surprise Debts15:05 - How Mythical Became Valuable IP20:03 - Folklore Tied To Faith And Culture28:31 - Leaked Projects And NDA Risks36:16 - Cease And Desist And Ownership Claims43:05 - Part Two Tease And Closing#FraudExposed #StephenDReimersFraud #WorkerRights #LaborJustice #EmploymentLaw #FairWages #PayYourWorkers #WhistleblowerNews #UncoveringFraud #EmployeeAdvocacy #LegalAwareness #FightForFairness #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode468 #StephenReimersScandal #ReimersScandal #CharityFraud #DonationTransparency #NonprofitAccountability #FundAllocation #ExposeCorruption #InvestigativeJournalism #FinancialMisconduct #CharityMalpractice #GivingWell #PresidentTrump #presidentzelensky #Ukraine #ukrainenews #SouthAfrica #johannesburg #southafricanews #Fraud #SenatorTedCruz #tedcruz #cia #MakeAnImpact #CharityAwareness #FightingCorruption #ProtectingDonors #DonateSmart  #JusticeNow #VoicesforVoices #VoicesforVoicesPodcast #help3billion #justiceforjustin #egypt #india #southkorea #dubaiSupport the show

Inside the Reimers Fraud: A Scandalous Deception (Ep 279)MERCHANDISE SHOP: voices-for-voices.org/3QnokLUSUPPORT VOICES FOR VOICES®:https://www.voicesforvoices.org/shop/p/supporterThe invisible chains of human trafficking extend far beyond initial captivity. Today we tackle the disturbing reality that trafficking survivors in America face more barriers to essential services than both illegal immigrants and prisoners—a system failure that defies comprehension and basic human dignity.David Solomon's story represents thousands of trafficking victims forgotten by our justice system. Trafficked by Bryan Davis in 2012, David continues fighting not just for justice, but for the most basic needs: healthcare access, housing security, and protection from his trafficker. Meanwhile, Davis operates freely—attending conventions, selling books, and systematically destroying David's chances at rebuilding his life by bribing doctors, attorneys, and banks to deny him services.The corruption runs deeper through what we've uncovered as the "Reimers fraud." Stephen Reimers, David's stepfather, has reportedly collected substantial donations—including $7,000 from one source and $30,000 from a US Senator—by sharing David's trafficking story, yet these funds never reach David or support his recovery. This exploitation compounds the original trauma and reflects how trafficking victims face betrayal from every direction.We're calling directly on President Trump, his administration, and law enforcement at all levels to investigate Bryan Davis's operations, secure proper protection for David's family, and create real pathways for trafficking survivors to rebuild their lives. The Take It Down Law represents progress, but individual trafficking cases continue falling through the cracks while perpetrators walk free. Will you join us in demanding better for those who've already suffered beyond imagination? Their freedom shouldn't come with invisible handcuffs of systemic neglect.#StephenReimersScandal #ReimersScandal #CharityFraud #DonationTransparency #NonprofitAccountability #FundAllocation #ExposeCorruption #InvestigativeJournalism #FinancialMisconduct #CharityMalpractice #GivingWell #PresidentTrump #presidentzelensky #Ukraine #ukrainenews #SouthAfrica #johannesburg #southafricanews #Fraud #SenatorTedCruz #tedcruz #cia #MakeAnImpact #CharityAwareness #FightingCorruption #ProtectingDonors #DonateSmart #EndHumanTrafficking #JusticeNow #StopTrafficking #VoicesforVoices #VoicesforVoicesPodcast #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #justiceforjustin #egypt #india #southkorea #canada #mexico #oregon #maralago #troymi #troymichigan #dubai #uae #unitedarabemirates #unitedarabemarates #unitedarabemirate Support the show

Legacy Thoughts | Episode 467 | What Will People Remember?Someday, a whole life gets squeezed into a few paragraphs and that fact can either haunt you or wake you up. We sit with that uncomfortable truth and talk about legacy in a way that has nothing to do with fame, mansions, or money, and everything to do with time, choices, and the people we touch along the way.A simple scene from a family movie sparks the core metaphor: exhibits come alive, but if they don’t make it back before morning, they turn to dust. It’s a surprisingly sharp reminder that we don’t control the clock, and we don’t always get a warning. From there, we reflect on how easy it is to stop dreaming after setbacks, criticism, or being told our voice doesn’t matter and why perseverance, patience, and self-belief are still possible even after long detours.We also talk about grief and the surreal experience of trying to find the “right words” when someone passes, including what it feels like to build an obituary while you’re still processing the loss. That leads to the most important question: what do you want people to remember you for? For us, it comes back to service, mental health honesty, and the hope that helping one person can ripple outward into a legacy that continues through them.If this resonates, subscribe to Voices For Voices, share this with someone you care about, and leave a review. What do you want your legacy to be?*Donate Today:  LoveVoices.org**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 - Welcome And Why We’re Here1:24 - Legacy And How Short Life Is3:43 - A Museum Story About Turning To Dust7:53 - What Will People Remember About Us13:59 - Obituaries And Losing A Parent17:12 - Wanting To Be Remembered For Help22:05 - Beyond Money: A Legacy Anyone Can Leave26:04 - Put It In Writing Before It’s Late#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #LegacyThoughts #MindfulReflections #PersonalGrowth #LifeLessons #IntrospectionJourney #BuildingABetterFuture #WisdomSharing #LegacyBuilding #ThoughtLeadership #PhilosophyOfLife #InspirationDaily #ReflectiveThinking #PurposeDrivenLife #EmpowerYourself #MeaningfulConversations #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode467Support the show

He Found a Six-Year-Old Who'd Never Slept in a Bed | Episode 466A kid sleeping on the floor isn’t a sad metaphor, it’s a real crisis hiding in ordinary neighborhoods. I sit down with Luke Mickelson, the founder of Sleep In Heavenly Peace, to talk about the moment he learned children in his own small Idaho town had no beds and why that realization changed the direction of his life. What started as a simple garage build turned into a growing network of local chapters focused on one practical mission: build and deliver beds so kids don’t have to sleep on the floor.Luke shares the story that made the issue impossible to ignore, including delivering a bed to a six-year-old who had never slept in one. We unpack what child bedlessness does to a child’s body, emotions, and school life, and why a bed is more than sleep. It’s a safe space, a source of dignity, and a reminder that someone in the community cares. Along the way, we dig into how service can lift our own mental health by shifting focus outward, and how purpose often starts with one small decision to act.We also get concrete about solutions. Luke explains how Sleep In Heavenly Peace chapters work, how donations stay local, how volunteers can join build days and deliveries, and what to do if you know a child who needs a bed. If you’ve ever felt the pull to help but didn’t know where to start, this conversation turns that “tiny moment” into a next step. Subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more people hear it. What’s one small action you’ll take after listening?*Donate Today:  LoveVoices.org**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:02 - Welcome And Guest Introduction1:40 - How Service Became A Habit6:11 - Discovering Kids Sleeping On Floors11:35 - Haley’s Story And The First Bed20:52 - Turning A Garage Project Into Chapters27:00 - The Scale Of Child Bedlessness34:43 - Tiny Moments And The Desire To Act41:26 - How To Donate Or Start A Chapter44:36 - Closing Thanks And Final Challenge#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #EndingChildBedlessness #SleepForAll #BedsForKids #ChildWellbeing #HomeSweetHome #KidsDeserveBetter #SafeSleepSolutions #NonProfitImpact #CommunitySupport #SleepMatters #EveryChildCounts #EmpowerChildren #SocialGoodInitiatives #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode466Support the show

Shannon Miller Talks 10 Years to Build 90 Sec & Salto | Ep 465Ninety seconds on a balance beam can look like effortless perfection. Shannon Miller pulls back the curtain and shows what it really costs: ten years of 40-hour training weeks, the mental battle to stay steady under pressure, and the support of coaches, parents, and teammates who help carry the load behind the scenes.We also go to the moment her Olympic dream nearly ended. Ten weeks before Olympic Trials, Shannon breaks and dislocates her elbow and faces the terrifying thought that her career might be over. She shares the mindset shifts that helped her return, how focusing on her weaknesses made her stronger, and why the mental side of sport often matters more than raw talent. From there, we talk about life after gymnastics, education, and building a second act with real staying power.Then the conversation turns deeply human. Shannon opens up about being diagnosed with a rare form of ovarian cancer, the side effects that linger long after chemo, and the complicated decision to speak publicly while being a private person. That journey leads to Salto Health, a platform built around a simple idea: cancer patients and caregivers need help with the everyday non-medical realities like skincare, hydration, hair loss, nausea, neuropathy, comfort, and logistics. Salto Health uses a curated support registry so loved ones can stop guessing and start helping in ways that actually matter.If you care about Olympic training, mental toughness, cancer survivorship, caregiving, and practical support tools, this conversation delivers. Subscribe for more stories like this, share the episode with someone who needs it, and leave a review so more listeners can find the show.*Donate Today**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And Guest Introduction5:14 The Real Work Behind Medals9:59 Injury Ten Weeks Before Trials14:12 Mental Toughness And Failure Skills22:12 School After Gymnastics And Law24:53 Ovarian Cancer Diagnosis And Aftermath27:03 Why Salto Health Exists34:12 Caregivers Need Support Too36:52 Going Public With A Private Fight48:08 Legacy And Closing Links#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #ShannonMiller #NinetySeconds #SaltoHealth #HealthInnovation #BuildingSuccess #EntrepreneurJourney #StartupStory #WomenInBusiness #MotivationalLeadership #BusinessGrowthStrategies #FitnessAndWellness #ResilienceInEntrepreneurship #MindfulHealth #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode465Support the show

Choosing Your Own Path When Everyone Else Has Opinions | Episode 464We reflect on how Voices for Voices grows past 460 episodes on community support and a mission bigger than budget. We share why gratitude, resilience, and honest mental health talk help us keep going and help others keep going too.• celebrating the Voices for Voices milestone and thanking supporters across the world• building a 501c3 nonprofit and creating content with a near zero budget• what it means to share your voice and to help others share theirs• mentors and teachers who shape confidence through hard and good moments• learning to drop pride, keep researching, and accept help• reframing mistakes as moments that do not define a whole life• faith, purpose, and the drive to keep showing up• mental health reflections and how therapy-like sharing can help• choosing your own path, setting boundaries, and protecting your dreamsIf you could do us a quick favor and give us a thumbs up, like, follow, subscribe, share, and maybe reach out to 25 or maybe 50 of your contacts in your phone and share voices for voices and our voices for voices TV show and podcast with them.*Donate Today:  lovevoices.org**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And Big Milestone Thanks2:50 Zero Budget Nonprofit Momentum4:29 What It Means To Share Voices6:43 Swallowing Pride And Asking Help9:36 School And Sports Lessons Over Time11:17 You Are More Than Mistakes14:54 Faith Drive And Consistent Work17:57 Mental Health And Therapy Reflections20:32 Follow The Show And Bigger Mission22:50 Dream Big And Ignore The Doubters24:02 Set Boundaries And Choose For Yourself26:23 Closing Gratitude And Sign Off#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #LifeDecisions #PersonalGrowth #Empowerment #DecisionMaking #MindfulnessMatters #InfluenceAndControl #ChooseYourPath #SelfDiscoveryJourney #LifeChoicesMatter #AuthenticLiving #FindingYourVoice #NavigatingLifePaths #MentalFreedom #ShapeYourFate #CreateYourFuture #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode464Support the show

Why You're Not Behind (Antarctica Taught Me This) | Episode 463If you’ve been staring at a goal that feels too big to carry, this live conversation is for you. We’re recording “untitled” on purpose, because life doesn’t show up neatly labeled and neither do the moments that test us.We celebrate a major milestone for the Voices for Voices podcast and Voices for Voices TV: 461 episodes of conversations rooted in mental health, trauma recovery, and practical hope. Then we get honest about the trap of metrics and podcast analytics. Numbers can make you feel on top of the world one day and behind the next, but a snapshot in time is not the full story of your effort, your healing, or your future.The turning point is a story about an individual who backpacked across Antarctica in brutal conditions and survived by narrowing his focus to one thing: make it to the next moment. We connect that mindset to neuroplasticity, the science that proves the brain can keep learning and rewiring at 20, 50, even 70. Along the way, we talk candidly about major depression, anxiety, ADHD, autism spectrum experiences, and why “small” steps like getting through the day can be real victories. We also close with a simple challenge about fear: look it in the eyes, and it often shrinks.We’re a 501c3 nonprofit charity organization, and the mission stays simple: help people. If this hits home, subscribe, share the show with a few friends, leave a review, and support the work at lovevoices.org.*Donate Today:  lovevoices.org**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Mobile Live With Lucy3:01 Celebrating 461 Episodes8:40 Metrics And The Feeling Of Falling Short10:21 Antarctica Story And The Next Moment25:26 Neuroplasticity And Lifelong Growth28:52 Depression And Doing Today’s Work30:39 The Mustard Seed And Hidden Potential32:36 Fear Works Differently Up Close35:46 Share The Show And Support The Nonprofit#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #AntarcticaTrek #ResilienceTraining #AdventureLearning #ExtremeConditions #SurvivalSkills #MentalStrength #NatureChallenges #InspiringJourneys #OutdoorAdventure #PolarExpedition #GrowthMindset #ExploringTheUnknown #PersonalDevelopment #WildernessSurvival #LifeLessons #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode463Support the show

If His Lips Are Moving He Is Lying | Episode 462Someone can use your name, your mission, and your audience as a shortcut to steal trust. That’s the uncomfortable reality we tackle as the Voices For Voices platform keeps growing worldwide.We start by grounding the conversation in why we built this show in the first place: to be a voice for ourselves and for others in need, and to talk openly about human topics like mental health, trauma, and healing. With more listeners comes more visibility, and with visibility comes a “celebrity” label we never chased, but still have to manage responsibly. We share what that attention feels like, why humility matters, and how scale can either amplify good or invite exploitation.Then we get specific about nonprofit fundraising scams and donation fraud. We explain what we’re seeing, why third-party fundraising without written permission is a major red flag, and why we refuse to accept money routed through unauthorized intermediaries. If you’ve ever wondered how to verify a charity, how to avoid fake donation links, or what transparency should look like from a legitimate nonprofit, this conversation gives you clear guardrails. The bottom line is simple: the only legit place to donate to Voices For Voices is lovevoices.org.If you value honest conversations and practical ways to protect donors, subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find the show.*Donate Today:  lovevoices.org**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And Gratitude0:37 Free Ways To Support2:14 Mission Scale And Humility9:48 Warning About Fraud Fundraising13:26 Calling Out Unauthorized Fundraisers15:41 The Only Legit Donation Method22:27 Final Reminders And Sign Off#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #Lying #Truth #BodyLanguage #Deception #HonestyMatters #LiarDetector #NonverbalCues #PsychologyOfLies #TrustIssues #DetectingLies #EmotionalIntelligence #TruthOrLieChallenge #UnderstandingDeceit #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode462Support the show

Your Unorthodox Path Is Working Even When It Doesn't Feel Like It | Episode 461Waiting is easy when you don’t care. When you do care, the clock feels personal. We get real about impatience, the kind that shows up when you’re building something meaningful and you want proof that it’s working right now.I’m Justin Alan Hayes, and I share what it feels like to carry a long-term mission through short-term frustration at Voices for Voices. We talk about the everyday triggers of impatience, then connect them to bigger goals like growing a global nonprofit, reaching more countries and cities, and staying steady when progress isn’t a straight line. If you’ve ever felt pressure to produce “deliverables” fast, or felt misunderstood because your path is a little unorthodox, you’ll recognize yourself here.We also dig into the mindset that helps when doubt gets loud: stepping back to see the bigger picture, remembering that anything worth doing takes time, and choosing work you genuinely love so the hard days don’t automatically equal failure. I touch on the emotional weight of needing to show results and why support systems matter, especially when you’re driven and ambitious.If you’re searching for motivation, patience, personal growth, goal setting, or nonprofit leadership lessons, this is a short reset you can come back to when the wait feels like too much. Subscribe, share this with a friend who’s building something, and leave a review with the dream you’re refusing to quit on.*Donate Today:  lovevoices.org**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And Mission Updates3:50 Why I Struggle With Waiting8:00 Progress Rarely Moves In Straight Lines11:45 Deliverables Doubt And Staying Called15:10 Timeframes That Build Real Results17:20 Dream Bigger And Believe Anyway22:05 Closing Thanks And Share The Show#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #Mindfulness #PersonalGrowth #PatienceIsAVirtue #SelfImprovement #EmbraceTheJourney #LifeLessons #WorkInProgress #InnerPeace #SlowDownToSpeedUp #FindingJoyInWaiting #MentalWellbeing #SelfDiscoveryJourney #CultivatingPatience #TransformationalThinking #VoicesforVoicesPodcast #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode461Support the show

Two Overlapping Shows Nearly Broke Us | Here's What Changed | Episode 460Everyone sees the camera and the microphone. Almost nobody sees the stress, the admin, the bills, and the repetition it takes to keep a mission driven podcast alive. We get real about what’s happening behind Voices for Voices, why the work can look easy from the outside, and what it actually costs in time, energy, and focus to publish consistently across platforms.We also tell the honest story of our early setup: running two separate audio shows that often overlapped, paying for studio time, and pushing our bodies through nonstop “good stress” that still registers as stress. That pressure forced a hard but necessary lesson in sustainability, podcast production, and creator health. The shift came when we streamlined from two shows into one Voices for Voices TV show and podcast, tightened our workflow, and kept learning through trial and error so more people could watch or listen in the way that works for them.Underneath the logistics is the reason we refuse to quit. We talk about purpose, faith, and positive energy, and why we’re committed to reducing stigma around mental health and suicidal thoughts. Our goal is massive: help and reach three billion people over a lifetime and beyond, and we believe that only happens if we keep showing up, even when it’s imperfect. If this conversation helps you keep going, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review. What’s one thing you can simplify today so you don’t give up tomorrow?*Donate Today:  lovevoices.org**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And How To Support1:29 Why Podcasting Only Looks Easy4:45 Two Shows Became Too Much8:08 Paying For Studio Time On Zero Budget14:51 Streamlining Into One TV Podcast18:22 The Three Billion People Mission23:06 Purpose Faith And Not Quitting25:12 Stigma Roadblocks And Choosing Yourself28:00 Final Encouragement And Sign Off#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #ChallengeAccepted #LooksEasy #RealityCheck #TryThisAtHome #ExpectationsVsReality #DoItYourself #YouThinkItsEasy #LearningCurve #RealLifeStruggles #DareToTry #CanYouDoIt #VoicesforVoicesPodcast #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode460Support the show

This Folklorist Rewrites His Own Stories When He Gets Details Wrong | Episode 459A myth can entertain you for five minutes or it can carry a culture for generations, and that’s why the details matter. We sit down with folklorist and creator David Solomon for a wide-ranging update on Mythical Creatures Around the World, including what’s changing, what’s coming next, and what the pressure feels like when tens of thousands of people treat your stories like a shared public record.We talk about accountability in storytelling and why David goes out of his way to correct errors, even years later, because mislabeling origins or regions can spark real harm. From there, the conversation moves into the personal cost of building a growing creative universe: anxiety, public criticism, conflict in the Christian fantasy space, and serious health challenges that force a hard reset on priorities. Along the way we also get a clear picture of Mythical as a family-led creative legacy, with new work emerging from David’s wife and child as the project expands.Then we dig into the roadmap: a canonized timeline where every story “counts,” more like a connected Star Wars-style continuity than endless superhero reboots. You’ll hear how real-world disasters inspired modern mythmaking, why we’re committed to stories that lift people up, and how we’re thinking about clean content for families while still being honest about adult themes and proper boundaries. We also share plans for books, comics, RPGs, music partnerships, and future film and TV projects, plus a direct warning about fraudsters impersonating the brands.Subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review if you want to help us keep building stories that matter. What kind of myth do you want to see brought to life next?*Donate Today:  lovevoices.org**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And How To Support2:56 Mythical Creatures Update Begins4:08 Owning Mistakes And Cultural Accuracy7:19 Pressure Anxiety And Writing Faithfully 10:52 Health Scares And Family Responsibilities14:25 Mythical As A Family Creative Legacy16:39 Returning To Regular Posting20:11 Building Stories That Lift People25:28 A Canon Timeline Like Star Wars29:25 Clean Content For Families33:05 Productions Games Music And Growth Plans38:21 Books Comics And Recommended Titles42:45 Fraud Warnings And Closing Thanks#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #Folklore #FictionUniverse #FaithInStories #AccountabilityInNarratives #StorytellingInsights #CulturalMythology #CharacterDevelopment #LiteraryAnalysis #NarrativeThemes #MythAndFaith #CreativeWritingTips #FolkloristPerspective #WorldBuilding101 #ExploringBeliefsThroughFiction #TalesOfAccountability #VoicesforVoicesPodcast #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion  #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode459Support the show

Your Body Isn't Lazy, It's Recovering | Episode 458Some mornings, you wake up, sit down for a second, and suddenly you’re nodding off. It’s easy to blame your meds, blame your schedule, or blame yourself. I wanted to slow down and talk honestly about that foggy, confusing space where depression, fatigue, and sleep collide and where the world is quick to label people as “lazy” when something deeper may be going on.We dig into why extra sleep can be a form of mental health recovery, not a personal weakness. I share what I’ve been noticing in my own routine, including moments where I doze off even before taking any morning medication. That leads to a simple explanation of medication half-life, how long it can take your body to process a drug, and why timing matters when you’re taking more than one medication. We also talk about sleep hygiene, why better habits help but don’t solve everything overnight, and why fatigue can come in waves.I also connect the dots to older patterns like binge drinking and how alcohol can linger in the system longer than we expect, especially if our body processes things more slowly. The bigger takeaway is understanding: bodies are different, brains need rest, and less judgment makes it easier for people to speak up, ask for help, and track what’s really happening.If this resonates, share it with someone who needs a little more compassion right now. Subscribe, pass the show along, and leave a review so more people can find these conversations.*Donate Today:  lovevoices.org**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And Listener Gratitude2:27 Wind Noise And Puppy Cameos5:14 Milestones Goals And World Unrest8:18 Depression Sleep And Morning Dozing20:36 Medication Half-Life Explained Simply26:12 Party Days Alcohol And Slow Recovery32:30 Stigma Reduction And Closing Requests#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #ExtraSleep #RestAndRecovery #SleepBenefits #MentalHealthMatters #HealthyLifestyle #SelfCareTips #SleepScience #ProductivityHacks #RestIsProductive #ImportanceOfSleep #WorkLifeBalance #SleepAwareness #MindfulLiving #EnergyBoosting #WellnessJourney #VoicesforVoicesPodcast #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion  #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode458Support the show

Saying I Love You Before It's Too Late | Episode 457455 episodes sounds like a number until you hear what’s underneath it: a clock you can’t stop, a mental health journey you can’t fake, and a choice to lead by example even when life feels heavy. I talk about why the Voices for Voices TV show and podcast keeps moving, and why creating something meaningful with very little budget can still change lives. If you’ve ever wondered whether your anxiety, depression, trauma, or diagnosis disqualifies you from building a mission, I want this to be a clear answer: it doesn’t.I also return to a conversation that shook me, a rare and honest look at caregiving and how we treat people as they age. Dementia, Alzheimer’s, cancer, assisted living, end-of-life decisions, and family dynamics can make people disappear socially long before they’re gone. I share why dignity and respect matter, why “being there” can be the whole point, and how simple acts like sitting in the same room can bring real comfort when words run out.The most personal moments come from my own story: recovery after a hospital discharge, fear that lingered for months, and the quiet support my dad gave me without needing credit. I also talk about regret, the weight of not saying “I love you” sooner, and what it felt like to finally say it while he could still understand. If any of this hits home, share it with someone who needs it, subscribe for more real conversations, and leave a review so more people can find Voices for Voices. Who are you going to reach out to today?*Donate Today:  lovevoices.org**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And Big Ask To Share1:20 Why The Catalog Keeps Growing3:46 Making Hard Topics Visible6:15 Caregiving With Dignity And Respect12:52 When Presence Is The Comfort14:54 Recovery Fears After The Hospital18:17 Regret And Learning To Say Love21:12 Time Is Limited So Show Up22:55 Closing Thanks And Subscribe Reminder#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #BeingThere #NonVerbalCommunication #EmotionalSupport #ConnectionMatters #PresenceOverWords #SilentUnderstanding #QualityTime #CompassionInAction #EmpathyInRelationships #MindfulPresence #SupportWithoutWords #HumanConnection #ListeningWithHeart #MeaningfulRelationships #AffectionWithoutSpeech #VoicesforVoicesPodcast #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion  #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode457Support the show

Dementia Care Doesn't Have To Look Like Loss | Episode 456“If we get dementia, I want you to walk away.” That sentence can lodge in a family for decades, shaping how we talk, how we grieve, and how we show up when memory starts to change. We sit down with author and arts-community builder Marilyn Raichle, who watched both of her parents develop dementia and then discovered something most people never get to hear: a life with Alzheimer’s can still hold wit, warmth, and real connection when we stop treating the diagnosis like the end of personhood.Marilyn shares the story behind her book, Don’t Walk Away: A Care Partner’s Journey, and how her mom’s paintings became a doorway into a different mindset. Dementia is scary, but art isn’t and that simple truth helped her start conversations that didn’t collapse into despair. We talk about shifting from “caregiver” to “care partner,” the power of living in the moment, and why one small shared activity can bring someone forward again, even when words repeat or memories slip.We also get honest about caregiver stress and burnout. Justin reflects on hospice care for his father, the mental health load of hands-on caregiving, and the guilt that families often carry. Along the way, we dig into dementia care, Alzheimer’s support, assisted living realities, and what it would look like if our systems valued care partners and protected dignity for people living with dementia.If this conversation helps you, subscribe, share it with someone who needs hope, and leave a review so more families can find it.*Donate Today:  lovevoices.org**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And Guest Introduction4:03 The Family Rule To Walk Away7:47 Caregiving Strain And Mental Health11:31 Grief, Calvinism, And Saying Goodbye15:06 Painting Day And Fear Softens18:17 From Caregiver To Care Partner29:34 Joy Practices That Bring Them Back37:55 Writing The Book And System Failures43:09 Where To Buy And Final Takeaways45:14 Reflections, Gratitude, And Closing#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #DementiaAwareness #CaringForDementia #DementiaSupport #MentalHealthMatters #DementiaCaregivers #LivingWithDementia #HopeInDementia #NavigatingDementia #MemoryLossJourney #CognitiveHealthTips #EmpowermentThroughCare #FamilyAndDementia #UnderstandingAlzheimers #CompassionateCaregiving #PositiveAging #VoicesforVoicesPodcast #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode456Support the show

When Friendship Becomes a One-Way Street | Episode 455Waking up with back pain after you finally clean up your sleep hygiene is a special kind of frustrating. I’m Justin, and I’m talking through what it’s like to go to bed earlier, sleep longer, and still start the day sore, stiff, and not operating anywhere near peak performance. We get honest about the mind-body link: how physical pain can ripple straight into mental health, patience, and motivation, even when you’re doing the “right” self-care habits.Then we move into the bigger life stuff: hard decisions that you can’t always talk about publicly, the reality that hindsight is always 20/20, and the confidence it takes to act anyway. I walk through a clear example most of us recognize, realizing a friend or acquaintance isn’t supportive, isn’t kind, or simply doesn’t show up, and the uncomfortable question that follows: do you keep the relationship going, or do you end it? If you hate confrontation like I do, this part hits home.We also talk about boundaries in professional and business relationships, especially when money is leaving your pocket and the other side isn’t holding up their end of the bargain. The core takeaway is simple and hard: trust your gut, use the evidence you already have, and give yourself permission to say, “enough is enough,” without spiraling into guilt or worry.If this connects with you, subscribe, share the show, and leave a review so more people can find these mental health, trauma recovery, and self-care conversations. What’s one boundary you wish you set sooner?*Donate Today:  lovevoices.org**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And Big Mission1:32 Sleep Hygiene And Back Pain8:00 Hard Decisions And Hindsight12:00 When A Friendship Stops Working17:13 Saying Enough Is Enough26:07 Closing Thanks And Share Request#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #TrustYourGut #HardChoices #IntuitionMatters #DecisionMaking #MindfulDecisions #FollowYourInstincts #LifeChoices #EmotionalIntelligence #PersonalGrowth #SelfTrust #InnerVoiceGuidance #ConfidenceInDecisions #GutFeelingWisdom #NavigatingChoices #EmpoweredDecisionMaking #VoicesforVoicesPodcast #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion  #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode455Support the show

Integrity Over Shortcuts: The Ethics of Helping | Episode 454One life can change fifty more—Justin Alan Hayes makes that case with candor, grit, and a clear call to lead with ethics. We open by thanking the community that’s carried Voices for Voices to 1,000+ cities and 100+ countries, then draw a bright line: mental health first, politics out. That clarity keeps space for real stories about trauma and recovery while protecting listeners from bait-and-switch agendas.We walk through our guest standards and why some recordings never air. When a story arrives shaped by hidden motives, we hit pause. When it’s honest, owned, and responsible, we make room. Justin shares how teaching ethics informs the work: do your research, trust your instincts when something fails the sniff test, and accept the weight of decisions when stakes are high. The message is simple, not easy—integrity beats shortcuts, especially where well-being is involved.Justin also gets personal about mental health. He talks about letting go of grudges, loosening the grip of other people’s opinions, and rebuilding trust after seasons of no-shows and empty praise. That shift fuels the consistency behind 450+ episodes built on transparency and plain speech. We highlight a core belief: helping one person ripples into families, teams, classrooms, and workplaces. The multiplier effect is how a zero-budget nonprofit grows global reach—through listeners who become upstanders and share resources with their circles.If you’re looking for a space that respects story ownership, lowers stigma, and favors courage over performance, you’re home. Tap play, subscribe, and pass this along to 25 or 50 people who need it. Then tell us: who’s your “one” today? Leave a rating, share a takeaway, and help us keep the chain of care moving.*Donate Today:  lovevoices.org**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And Global Mission0:46 Audience Support And Reach Goals3:31 Focus On Mental Health Over Politics4:48 Guest Standards And No-Agenda Policy6:01 Ethics, Integrity, And Teaching8:21 Doing The Work And Hard Choices11:21 Story Ownership And Free Speech14:05 Letting Go Of Grudges For Mental Health16:21 Trust, Boundaries, And Finding Your Lane18:02 The Power Of Helping One Person20:07 Transparency And Community Impact22:07 Keep Showing Up And Share The Mission24:31 Nonprofit Reality And Inclusive Invitation26:00 Celebration And Closing#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoice #TrustBuilding #TransparencyMatters #FromGrudgesToGrit #ConflictResolution #EffectiveCommunication #LeadershipSkills #RelationshipTrust #EmotionalIntelligence #TeamDynamics #PersonalGrowthJourney #BuildingBridgesNotWalls #TrustInBusiness #PositiveMindsetShift #AuthenticRelationships #OvercomingObstacles #VoicesforVoicesPodcast #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion  #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode454Support the show

Everyone’s Looking At Me… Or Are They? | Episode 453Ever felt heat rise in your chest because a stranger glanced your way? We dive into that raw, familiar surge—the fear of being stared at—and unpack why our minds leap to judgment, how old wounds keep the script running, and what it takes to speak and act anyway. From quiet benches at the mall to tee boxes on a busy Saturday, Justin maps the everyday moments that trigger performance anxiety and the illusion that all eyes are fixed on us.We open with the heart of our mission—expanding mental health, trauma, and recovery support to billions—and move straight into the lived reality of post‑hospital life: the “Do I look okay?” loop that makes a simple outing feel like a test. Justin shares how teen acne, early talks, and classroom memories still color present moments, then uses the golf course to show how neutral attention gets misread as judgment. The lesson is practical and human: watchers often aren’t watching you; they’re planning their next shot.As an introvert who teaches and speaks to large groups, Justin breaks down the tools that turn nerves into focus. Notes are a strength, not a crutch. Practice builds grooves that carry you through the shaky first minutes. Reframing shifts the story from catastrophe to curiosity: maybe that glance is about your shoes, not your worth. We also bring in a powerful insight from performer and author Tyrus—if you’re never nervous, you might not be growing. That mindset transforms butterflies from a warning into a green light.Across the hour, you’ll hear simple, repeatable steps to steady yourself: prepare more than you think you need, anchor with breath and posture, choose a mantra that centers values over looks, and give yourself permission to use every tool that helps. You’ll also hear a reminder that visible and invisible differences are not deficits but extra abilities forged by daily effort. People will look; the world is a shared space. Your job is to show up and do the work you came to do, even while your heart pounds—because calm often arrives mid‑sentence, not before.If this resonates, help us reach farther: subscribe, share this episode with someone who needs it, and leave a review to tell us what landed most for you. Your support expands our impact and might be the nudge someone needs to step into the light.*Donate Today:  lovevoices.org**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Mission And Global Goals1:59 The Idea Of Staring4:40 People Watching Versus Being Watched9:08 Post‑Hospital Anxiety About Appearance13:10 Everyday Triggers And Old Wounds17:30 Golf, Performance, And Perceived Judgment22:10 Speaking While Introverted26:15 Skills, Notes, And Reframing28:30 Nervousness As A Signal For Growth32:00 Practice, Presence, And Letting Go34:10 Closing And Community Support#justiceforjustin   #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #AnxietyRelief #SocialAnxiety #PerceptionVsReality #MentalHealthAwareness #SelfConsciousness #FearOfJudgment #Overthinking #EmotionalWellbeing #IntrovertStruggles #MindfulnessTips #ConfidenceBSupport the show

Anxiety Relief Nobody Expected | A First-Time Pet Owner's Story | Episode 452Ever wonder why a few minutes with a dog can quiet a noisy mind? Justin invites you into his home as a first-time indoor dog owner and shares how caring for Lucy, a calm and playful pup, subtly lowers daily anxiety and opens room for better choices. No silver bullets here—just practical shifts that add up: touch that eases tension, walks that break rumination, and simple routines that anchor the day.We start with gratitude for a community spanning 1,000+ cities, then move into what a “companion pet” really means when life already feels full. Justin uses a clear portfolio analogy from job interviews to explain how redirecting attention—away from self-scrutiny and toward something tangible—reduces stress in real time. If anxiety peaks for twenty points out of a day, a dog might nudge it to eighteen. That tiny margin becomes a gift you can spend on self-care, a quick stretch, or a step toward a long-delayed goal.The conversation stays honest about responsibilities and costs: food prices, vet visits, spay or neuter, bowls and leashes, and the learning curve of new routines. Yet that very structure can be stabilizing, especially when worry swells. Along the way, Lucy makes an appearance, reminding us that joy and presence live in ordinary moments—soft ears, a big yawn, and a reason to step outside for sunlight and fresh air. Whether you live with a mental health diagnosis or simply ride life’s daily waves, these small acts of care can strengthen resilience without demanding perfection.If the story resonates, watch the video version to meet Lucy, then share this episode with a friend who could use a calmer day. Subscribe, leave a review, and tell us: what simple habit or companion helps you reset when stress spikes?*Donate Today:  lovevoices.org**Find our book here:Amazon: https://voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: https://voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uN***Website: https://voices-for-voices.org/4byLXgbInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voicesFacebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Gratitude And Global Reach2:15 Defining Companion Pets3:35 First Family Dog Memories6:30 Daily Care And New Routines7:50 Anxiety Eases With A Puppy10:20 The Portfolio Analogy For Stress14:20 Quantifying Stress Reduction18:20 Real Costs And Responsible Care20:30 Meet Lucy On Camera23:10 Balance, Yoga, And Extra Energy26:00 Watch On Video And Share28:30 Closing Thanks And Community Call#justiceforjustin #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #AnxietyRelief #PetTherapy #FirstTimePetOwner #MentalHealthAwareness #DogOwnerJourney #EmotionalSupportAnimal #CopingWithAnxiety #FurryFriendBenefits #PetsAndMentalHealth #UnexpectedJoyOfPets #PetOwnershipExperience #StressReliefWithPets #AnimalCompanionship #MindfulnessWithAnimals #HealingThroughPets #VoicesforVoicesPodcast #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion  #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #Episode452Support the show