Speak Up Against Stigma
Speak Up Against Stigma
Podcast Description
Hello, if you are new or returning, I want to thank you for tuning in. Welcome to the Speak Up Against Stigma Podcast. I am your host, Kristy Towson. Suicide attempt survivor turned mental health advocate, editor, and publisher. This is the show where we believe stories help us connect and feel less alone in the world. I bring you guests from all around the globe with lived mental health experiences to break the stigma and to support you in your journey. You may laugh. You may learn, and you may even cry, but just remember that conversations discussed here are not from licensed professionals but from those with lived experience.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on various themes surrounding mental health, featuring personal experiences related to depression, trauma, neurodiversity, and family struggles with mental illness. For example, episodes like A Mom’s Raw Truth on Mental Illness and Turning Pain Into Purpose showcase emotional stories that highlight endurance and healing, while discussions on Neurodiversity address the realities of misdiagnosis and self-acceptance.
Hello, if you are new or returning, I want to thank you for tuning in. Welcome to the Speak Up Against Stigma Podcast. I am your host, Kristy Towson. Suicide attempt survivor turned mental health advocate, editor, and publisher. This is the show where we believe stories help us connect and feel less alone in the world. I bring you guests from all around the globe with lived mental health experiences to break the stigma and to support you in your journey. You may laugh. You may learn, and you may even cry, but just remember that conversations discussed here are not from licensed professionals but from those with lived experience.
Watch the full podcast: https://youtu.be/OkRPeWJS56E
📚 Want to read more stories like April’s?
Grab a copy of Speak Up Against Stigma: Her
Mental Health Journey — a powerful anthology by women, for women, breaking the
silence around mental health.
Buy Now: www.writtenhope.com
I Didn’t Want to Die—But I Couldn’t Live
Like That Anymore
with April Whitehead.
In this raw and soul-stirring episode,
Kristy Towson sits down with April Whitehead—a woman of deep faith and strength
who opens up about the moment she nearly ended her life… and the reason she
didn’t.
With vulnerability and clarity, April shares
what it felt like to suffer in silence while showing up for others, and how
masking her pain almost cost her everything. From the spiritual battle that
took place in her kitchen to the divine intervention that stopped her hand,
this story is a lifeline for any woman who’s ever whispered, “I just can’t do
this anymore.”
💔 If you’ve ever felt like you're too broken, too
exhausted, or too far gone—this episode is for you.
You are not alone. You are not too much. And
you are not without purpose.
In this episode:
Surviving a suicide attempt on Thanksgiving
Living with an undiagnosed mental illness
while parenting
The role of faith and spiritual warfare in
emotional healing
What it's like to want to die—but not want
to be dead
Why sharing your story sets other women free
Want to read more stories like April’s?
Grab a copy of Speak Up Against Stigma: Her
Mental Health Journey — a powerful anthology by women, for women, breaking the
silence around mental health.
Buy Now: www.writtenhope.com
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Podcast Disclaimer (to be read aloud or included in the show notes):
If you or someone you love is struggling with suicidal thoughts, please know you are not alone. Call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline—help is available 24/7.
The information shared in this podcast is intended for educational and inspirational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult with a licensed therapist, psychologist, or medical professional if you need support managing your mental health.
Stories shared on this platform are personal experiences and may not reflect the views of every guest, host, or mental health professional.
If today’s episode brought up heavy feelings for you, take a moment to care for yourself—journal, breathe, or reach out to someone you trust. Healing is not a straight line, and you don’t have to walk it alone.
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