Riding the Wave ... an I'm Glad You Stayed Project Podcast

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A dedicated space for mental health awareness and suicide prevention, with the goal to foster understanding, break down stigma, and provide valuable resources for those navigating mental health challenges.

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Dylan's Story

Send us a text *Trigger Warning* This episode talks about suicide and self harm. The I'm Glad You Stayed Project was started in honor of Dylan Salge in 2021. In this episode, Dylan's mom, Micki, talks with Abbey about Dylan's struggles, the night he was found, his organ donations, her experience with grief, and feelings about the I'm Glad You Stayed Project. She shares very intimate details about her family's personal journey after Dylan's suicide, over three years ...

Oct 24, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Parenting Challenges: Managing Your Mental Health & Your Child's Safety

Send us a text Karen Smith, an Iowa Mental Health Advocate and mother of two, joins Abbey and Dottie to discuss parenting children with mental health struggles. Dottie and Karen are brutally honesty about their struggles, mistakes, and lessons learned from raising children with anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges. We hope that other parents are able to listen to this podcast and realize that they are not alone and, hopefully, see themselves in these stories! Most information ...

Sep 29, 2024•51 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Teen Voices: Mental Health Needs and Parental Understanding

Send us a text A few of the I'm Glad You Stayed Project Ambassadors (Madison, Robert, Olivia, and Gavin) sit down with Abbey to discuss what teens need from their parents regarding their mental health. Support the show If you or someone you love is struggling with mental health issues or suicidal thoughts, call or text 988. We see you trying and we are so glad you stayed. To learn more about the I'm Glad You Stayed Project, visit us at www.imgladyoustayedproject.org and find us on Inst...

Sep 17, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 3

The Power of Vulnerability; Owen Skelley's Story

Send us a text From the day they lost their son, Owen, to suicide, the Skelley family has made it their mission to share the story of "Big O", end the stigma of men's mental health, and fight to end the suicide epidemic. This is the Skelley's first podcast, and they believe it is important to share their story of what they wish they had known before life after suicide loss. Support the show If you or someone you love is struggling with mental health issues or suicidal thought...

Sep 01, 2024•51 min•Season 1Ep. 1

Navigating Social Media- and It's Impact on Female Mental Health

Send us a text Abbey, founder of the I'm Glad You Stayed Project, talk to four young women on impact of social media on their mental health. It's a great conversation! Support the show If you or someone you love is struggling with mental health issues or suicidal thoughts, call or text 988. We see you trying and we are so glad you stayed. To learn more about the I'm Glad You Stayed Project, visit us at www.imgladyoustayedproject.org and find us on Instagram (@imgladyoustayedprojec...

Aug 29, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 2