Confronting Suicide Myths, Realities, and Healing
Debunking Suicide Myths: A Conversation with Jen Ginty
If you're in crisis, reach out to the suicide crisis line in the US and Canada by calling or texting 988.
In this episode of Real Men Feel, hosted by Andy Grant, guest Jen Ginty, a single mom and entrepreneur with complex PTSD and major depressive disorder, joins to share her experiences and insights on mental health and suicide. They delve into common myths surrounding suicide, discuss Jen's innovative tool 'My Moody Monster,' and emphasize the importance of seeking help and talking openly about mental health struggles.
Highlighting their own journeys as suicide attempt survivors, Andy and Jen provide valuable advice and coping strategies for those in crisis. Key themes include the importance of communication, the misconception that suicide relates only to mental illness, and the power of small acts of kindness in preventing suicide.
00:00 Understanding Grief and Self-Compassion
00:47 Introduction to Real Men Feel
01:07 Meet Jennifer Ginty
01:48 Discussing Suicide Myths and Coping Strategies
02:17 Personal Stories and Reflections
03:03 The Importance of Talking About Suicide
06:36 Parenting and Breaking Generational Trauma
11:10 Common Suicide Myths Debunked
21:44 Building a Coping Skills Toolbox
22:40 Debunking Suicide Myths
25:34 Personal Experiences with Suicide Prevention
33:42 The Healing Journey and My Moody Monster
38:19 Launching a Podcast to Share Stories
42:18 Final Thoughts and Resources
Connect with Jen Ginty
Jen & My Moody Monster -- http://www.mymoodymonster.com
When Not Yet Becomes Right Now Podcast -- https://www.whennotyetbecomesrightnow.com/
YouTube -- http://www.youtube.com/@mymoodymonster
Instagram -- http://www.instagram.com/mymoodymonster
Facebook -- http://www.facebook.com/my-moody-monster
TikTok -- http://www.tiktok.com/@mymoodymonster
Linkedin -- https://www.linkedin.com/company/93141440
Resources
Real Men Feel: Suicide Risk Factors with Dr. Lulu -- https://realmenfeel.org/2019/10/15/ep-152-suicide-risk-factors-with-dr-lulu/
Still Here: How To Succeed At Life After Failing At Suicide, Andy Grant -- https://amzn.to/4ieFFmz
Entrepreneurship For All -- https://eforall.org/
Connect with Andy and the Real Men Feel Podcast:
If you don't know what you want, it is very hard to get there. Book a Clarity Call with Andy at https://theandygrant.com/talk
Instagram | @realmenfeelshow & @theandygrant
Personal Website | https://theandygrant.com for coaching, healing, and book info!
Podcast Website | http://realmenfeel.org for all things podcast-related!
RMF Facebook Group | http://realmenfeel.org/group
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Jen Ginty
Jen is a single mom and entrepreneur who lives with Complex PTSD and Major Depressive Disorder from childhood trauma. Throughout her life, Jen has learned valuable coping skills and has made it her mission to help others to better understand their own emotions.
Jen has faced obstacles in her healing journey - from becoming a mother without a healthy parental model of her own to overcoming her inner saboteur while coping with the symptoms of CPTSD and Depression. She has spent the last 5 years developing My Moody Monster - a pull apart plush toy that has helped children to get out their frustrations in a safe way and giving families a tool to talk about emotions and communication.
Jen believes by sharing her own story she can help others to know they are not alone. Her YouTube channel features her Moody Talks focusing on an emotion each month and teaching coping skills that have helped her with her own mental health.
