A preview of this week's show:

• Shame leads to silence– where his journey started
• Suppressing challenges
• Going 20 years without asking for help
• Different superpowers emerging over time

At 16, he moved from Zimbabwe to Australia alone, where he studied law and achieved great professional success. But internally, he grappled with suppressing his identity as a gay man due to childhood trauma and the illegality of homosexuality in Zimbabwe, which made it dangerous in his community. This internal conflict led to health issues, financial struggles, and homelessness.

Through years of mentorship and leadership training, Rugare transformed his relationship with himself, embracing a life of purpose and wonder. Today, he helps others exceed their personal and professional expectations.

He is helping you quiet the voice of anxiety holding them back.

In his new book, Dreams: Forging My Own Path, Como explores these transformative experiences. Rugare is a true example of succeeding in life and business when the odds are stacked against you.

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Danielle Palli is a Nationally Board-Certified Positive Psychology & Mindfulness Coach, Multi-genre author & book coach, and multimedia content creator & presenter. She approaches life with playfulness, curiosity, and a sense of wonder.

She has specialty certifications in emotional intelligence, MBTI personality types, trauma-informed coaching, metaphysical and spiritual studies, and relationship coaching.

Danielle previously taught yoga, journaling, and meditation for 18+ years and continues to lead meditation and journaling workshops today.

Currently, Palli works in the mental health space and is a contract coach for Spring Health and BetterUp. She also maintains a private practice through her company, Birdland Media Works.

She also discusses:

• Growing up in a cult and warning signs of a cult
• Having decisions made for you – leading to lack of confidence
• Overcoming self-worth issues
• Finding peace

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Author of Fear Dynamics: Harnessing Fear and Anxiety to Create Lasting Happiness and Meaningful Achievement, Stephen’s journey from a childhood abuse survivor to a law firm partner exemplifies remarkable transformation. In this book, he introduces "Fear Dynamics Techniques," practical strategies to help readers conquer fear and anxiety. Fear Dynamics is both a memoir and a guide for personal growth, offering a powerful narrative and actionable insights for those dealing with past traumas.

Also in discussion include:

• The things we do for our kids that we wouldn't do for ourselves
• The impact of anxiety in business
• Normalize talking about anxiety and fear in relationships
• Think: am I acting rational, or is the other person acting irrational?

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Before Host Vincent A. Lanci lost power in Hurricane Milton, he met up with three past guests for the show's 2nd Panel! Welcome back, Dr. Tomi Bryan, Michael LeBlanc, and Michael Parker.

What are some areas they discussed in their return?

• Heart Centered Work
• Learning of a Traumatic Brain Injury long after PTSD
• Unlocking the secrets of Emotional Intelligence and Emotional Well Bring

Check out their solo shows after the episode to get to know them better!

Dr. Tomi Bryan: https://www.buzzsprout.com/743867/episodes/11385297-what-is-emotional-intelligence-dr-tomi-white-bryan-shares-her-story

Michael LeBlanc: https://www.buzzsprout.com/743867/episodes/9760651-a-big-move-coming-out-as-a-gay-man-overcoming-depression-with-michael-leblanc

Michael Parker: https://www.buzzsprout.com/743867/episodes/10506126-second-chance-rehabilitation-with-suicide-survivor-and-inspiration-michael-parker

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Meet our guest: Dr. Robb Kelly, PhD, is a renowned recovery expert focused on treating the root causes of addiction. He has appeared on shows like The Doctors, Good Morning Texas, and Kens5, and contributes to outlets like USA Today and The Jim Bohannon Show. He participated in Harvard's McLean Hospital study on mental illness stigma and hosts the Breaking Through Addiction podcast.

Dr. Kelly created the "Let’s Get Back to 98% Recovery" DVDs used in prisons and treatment centers across the U.S. He lectures widely on addiction and trauma and is the CEO of Robb Kelly Recovery Group. His book, Daddy, Daddy Please Stop Drinking (2019), details his own battle with alcoholism.

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With one hurricane past us and another on the way, it felt like the perfect time to check in and take a deep breath with a solo episode.

Learn the latest in Vincent's life and with his mental health, along with going over mental health stories in the news + what's next.

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Welcome Back to another episode of "A Mental Health Break"

In today’s episode, we’re joined by David Israel, a truly inspiring individual who overcame incredible adversity after being wrongfully accused of a crime he didn’t commit. After enduring a 7-year legal battle and having his life turned upside down by negative media, David struggled with how to move forward, often feeling like a burden to those around him. But with the support of his family and a strong will to rebuild his life, he found a way back.

David will share his powerful story of resilience, how a letter proclaiming his innocence changed everything, and how he started over from scratch. He’ll dive into the importance of developing routines, the power of family, and refusing to be defined by his past.

During his incarceration, David wrote the business plan for POP! Gourmet, inspired by seeing fellow prisoners create a unique popcorn snack. After his release, he turned that plan into reality, founding the award-winning POP! Gourmet in 2011. Today, David is the Founder and co-CEO of GOOD PLANeT Foods, one of the fastest-growing food companies in the market, with distribution in 18 countries. Committed to giving back, David ensures that 23% of POP! Gourmet employees are former prisoners, providing them the chance to rebuild their lives as he did.

Tune in for a story of perseverance, second chances, and the journey from rock bottom to incredible success.

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