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Episode 65: How Human Connection Thwarted a Suicide Attempt.
Episode 65: How Human Connection Thwarted a Suicide Attempt.
Episode 65: How Human Connection Thwarted a Suicide Attempt.
Wednesday 1st June 2022
Discover how simple human connections can thwart despair in this moving episode of Financial Sobriety with Matthew Grishman and David Woods Bartley.
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Get the buttons here!Bridging the Gap: How Connection Can Thwart Despair
Your smile, your question, your love could save them.
What happens when a simple human connection can make the difference between life and death? In this gripping episode of Financial Sobriety, Matthew Grishman and David Woods Bartley dive deep into their personal battles with addiction and depression. David recounts a harrowing moment when he stood on the edge of the Forresthill Bridge, contemplating suicide. What stopped him? A profound human connection that reignited his will to live.
Matthew and David share their heartfelt stories, emphasizing how small acts of kindness, remembering someone's name, or even a simple smile can have a monumental impact on someone in crisis. The episode goes beyond personal anecdotes to discuss broader themes like self-care, selflessness, and the importance of leadership through service. Celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month, this conversation is a powerful reminder of the strength found in human bonds and the critical role they play in overcoming life's darkest moments.
Whether you're struggling yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights and hope.