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When "Not Yet" Becomes "Right Now"From Loss to Legacy: Grief, Advocacy and The Power of Story with Lisa SugarmanSend us a textJen speaks with Lisa Sugarman, a mental health advocate and author, about her journey through loss and grief and how it has shaped her work in suicide prevention. Lisa shares her experiences as a survivor of suicide loss, the importance of writing as a healing tool and her involvement with organizations like The Trevor Project. They discuss the power of community, the significance of sharing personal stories and the mission behind Lisa's podcast, The Survivors - which aims to break the stigma surrounding mental health.Key Takeaways:Loss...
2025-08-061h 02
The Survivors PodcastSurvivor Guilt After Suicide Loss: How to Reframe, Heal, and Let GoIn this raw and emotional episode, Lisa and Gretchen unpack the deep and often misunderstood feeling of guilt that follows suicide loss and suicide attempts. Through vulnerable storytelling and insight, they show how guilt can be reframed into grace, healing, and renewed strength.
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2025-08-0629 min
The Survivors PodcastThe Hidden Trauma of Suicide Secrecy: Grieving in Reverse and Finding TruthWhat happens when the truth about a loved one’s suicide is revealed decades later? In this profoundly moving episode, Lisa opens up about her own story of “grieving in reverse” after learning that her father's death wasn’t what she had believed for 35 years.
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2025-07-3030 min
The Life Shift: Real Stories of Life-Altering MomentsLisa Sugarman on Grieving Her Father Twice and Rewriting the StoryWhat happens when the story you've believed for 35 years turns out to be incomplete?When Lisa Sugarman was ten, she was told her father died of a heart attack. But decades later, one unexpected question revealed a long-held secret that shifted everything. In this open and emotionally honest conversation, Lisa and I explore what it means to grieve someone twice, how silence can shape our stories, and the power of finally speaking the truth out loud.You’ll hear how she:Moved through deep grief and anger after learning her father died by suicideFound cl...
2025-07-291h 06
The Survivors PodcastThe Emotional Toll of Suicide Loss: What No One Talks AboutIn this powerful episode of The Survivors, Lisa and Gretchen unpack the complex, emotional aftermath of losing someone to suicide. They speak from personal experience—offering raw insight, practical support, and the crucial reminder that healing begins with conversation.
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2025-07-2328 min
The Survivors PodcastBonus Episode: Creating Community from Loss – Our First Face-to-Face ConversationThis bonus episode marks a major milestone—our very first time recording together in person!
We open up about trauma, healing, advocacy, and how one unexpected connection turned into a powerful, life-changing friendship.
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2025-07-1822 min
The Survivors PodcastWhen Grief and Joy Coexist: Surviving Milestones After LossIn this deeply moving episode, Lisa and Gretchen talk candidly about how milestone days like birthdays, anniversaries, and holidays impact those living with grief, especially suicide loss survivors. Through laughter, tears, and lived experience, they offer real-life tools, comfort, and hope for navigating the pain of remembrance while keeping the love alive.
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2025-07-1630 min
The Healing Version PodcastTurning Pain Into Purpose: Breaking the Silence Around Suicide with Lisa SugarmanIn this moving episode of Version of Healing, host Dee-bo-rah sits down with Lisa Sugarman—mental health advocate, author, and survivor of suicide loss. Lisa opens up about the life-altering discovery of her father’s suicide years after his death and how it reshaped her identity and purpose. Together, they explore the complexities of grief, the lasting impact of generational trauma, and why breaking the silence around suicide is essential to healing. Lisa also introduces The Help Hub, a powerful online resource connecting individuals and communities with personalized mental health support. From recognizing the subtle signs of someo...
2025-07-1038 min
The Survivors PodcastThe Silent Crisis at Work: Recognizing the Warning Signs of Suicide & Mental Health StrugglesSuicide and mental health in the workplace are still taboo topics—until now. In this powerful and deeply human episode, Lisa and Gretchen break down why silence can be deadly and how one conversation might save a life.
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2025-07-0933 min
The Survivors PodcastWhy We Need To Stop Saying 'Committed Suicide': Changing the Language of Mental HealthWords have power, and in the world of mental health, language can either be a bridge or a barrier. In this raw and vital episode, Lisa and Gretchen unpack why it's time to retire the phrase "committed suicide" and explore how compassionate language can shift stigma, empower survivors, and spark much-needed change.
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2025-07-0227 min
The Survivors PodcastSaving LGBTQ+ Lives: Why The Trevor Project Matters More Than EverThis powerful Pride Month episode dives deep into the lifesaving work of The Trevor Project. Hosts Lisa and Gretchen get real about crisis support for LGBTQ youth, the importance of validation, and what it truly means to show up as an ally.
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2025-06-2529 min
Let’s Get Chattin PodcastSurviving Suicide Loss: Lisa Sugarman on Grief, Truth & Mental WellnessIn this deeply moving and honest conversation, Joshua James sits down with Lisa Sugarman, mental health advocate and suicide loss survivor, to explore the raw truths behind grief, advocacy, and mental wellness. Lisa shares her personal journey — from discovering family secrets to reshaping her life’s purpose after the loss of her father to suicide. Together, they explore how open conversations, supportive communities, and daily practices can profoundly impact mental health. This episode also introduces the HelpHUB™, a resource offering tools and support for those navigating mental health challenges. 🔗 Stay connected, check in on your people, and help end the stigm...
2025-06-241h 09
The Survivors PodcastThe Survivors Podcast Season 1 Finale: Suicide, Stigma, and the Fight to Find HopeIn this deeply personal and heartfelt season finale, Lisa and Gretchen reflect on the powerful conversations, courageous stories, and vital resources shared across 15 transformative episodes. They celebrate the community built, the lessons learned, and the shared mission to end the stigma around mental health and suicide.
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2025-06-1827 min
The Prism of PerspectiveFinding Purpose After Suicide Loss with Lisa SugarmanIn this powerful conversation, I speak with Lisa Sugarman—a crisis counselor, mental health advocate, and Founder of The HelpHUB™, a free online destination for mental health support and resources. Lisa is also an author, syndicated columnist, and three-time survivor of suicide loss. She opens up about losing her cousin, father, and a close friend to suicide, and how those experiences reshaped her beliefs, purpose, and passion for mental health advocacy. Together, we explore the complex ways trauma can alter perspective and the daily practices that have helped Lisa transform her pain into purpose.Highlights from...
2025-06-1155 min
The Survivors PodcastRecognizing the Warning Signs: How to Help Prevent Suicide and Support Mental HealthThis episode digs deep into the warning signs of suicidal ideation and mental health struggles, both the obvious and the hidden. Lisa and Gretchen share raw, personal stories and provide powerful, actionable advice on supporting someone who might be silently suffering.
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2025-06-1126 min
We Go Boldly PodcastEPISODE 218: Writing your story with Lisa SugarmanWelcome to Season 12, where we're becoming the authors of our own stories and empowering you to do the same!Episode SummaryIn this powerful episode, we sit down with Lisa Sugarman, an accomplished author, nationally syndicated columnist, and mental health advocate who brings her profound perspective as a three-time survivor of suicide loss. Lisa shares how she transformed her personal tragedy into purpose by creating resources that help others navigate their mental health journeys.Lisa reveals the story behind founding The HelpHUB™, the most comprehensive free online mental health resource platform, and discusses he...
2025-06-1151 min
The Survivors PodcastLGBTQ+ Mental Health & Suicide Prevention: Real Talk for Pride Month To Saves LivesIn this heartfelt Pride Month episode, Lisa and Gretchen open up about their personal coming out stories, the mental health struggles within the LGBTQ+ community, and how support, resources, and kindness can truly save lives. From Free Mom Hugs to the Trevor Project, this episode is packed with essential info, tough truths, and beautiful reminders that you are never alone.
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2025-06-0427 min
The Survivors PodcastSelf-Care Isn’t Selfish: The Truth About Self-Care & Mental HealthIn this heartfelt Mental Health Awareness Month finale, Lisa and Gretchen discuss the powerful but often overlooked necessity of self-care, boundary-setting, and finding joy. From hilarious pet videos to meditation and morning laughter, they explore the diverse paths to healing and wholeness.
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2025-05-2826 min
The Hanley Effect - A Podcast About Addiction and Mental HealthSurviving Suicide Loss with Lisa SugarmanWhat happens when the truth you've believed your whole life changes overnight?In this powerful and emotional episode of The Hanley Effect, hosts Dr. Rachel Docekal and Dr. John Dyben welcome Lisa Sugarman—author, columnist, and mental health advocate—for an honest conversation about grief, suicide loss, and finding purpose through pain.A three-time suicide loss survivor, Lisa shares how discovering the truth about her father's death 35 years later reshaped her world and mission. From that moment on, she has worked tirelessly to normalize conversations around suicide and mental health, and to provide compassionate support for...
2025-05-2840 min
The Survivors PodcastWhy Therapy Matters: Finding the Right Support for Mental Health, Healing & GrowthIn this heart-opening episode, Lisa and Gretchen dive deep into the transformative power of therapy. From speed-dating therapists to redefining grief, they share personal stories about discovering the kinds of support that helped them reclaim their mental well-being.
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2025-05-2127 min
The Survivors PodcastWhat Happens When You Call 988: Real Talk from Both Sides of the LineIn this deeply moving episode, Lisa and G open up about the lifesaving power of the 988 crisis lifeline. From personal stories to professional insights, they explore how these services are changing—and saving—lives every day.
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Struggling with your mental health? Feeling lost, overwhelmed, or just… alone? Well, you're not. Welcome to The...
2025-05-1428 min
The Survivors PodcastIt’s Mental Health Awareness Month — Let’s Talk About What Actually HelpsIn honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Lisa and Gretchen open up about their respective mental health advocacy platforms—The HelpHUB, Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads podcast, and Schoser Talent and Wellness Solutions. They highlight the urgent need for inclusive, accessible mental health resources that speak to people across different communities, life stages, and identities. If you’ve ever Googled “mental health help” and felt overwhelmed, this episode offers hope and clarity.
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2025-05-0727 min
Message In The MiddleSurviving Suicide Loss: Healing, Helping, and Hope with Lisa SugarmanIn this heartfelt episode of Message in the Middle, I’m joined by Lisa Sugarman — an author, nationally syndicated columnist, mental health advocate, and founder of The HelpHUB. Lisa has survived the unimaginable, losing three loved ones to suicide, and she’s turned that deeply personal pain into a powerful mission: to make mental health support more accessible, human, and real.Together, we dive into the raw truths of grief, suicide loss, and the emotional journey that follows. Lisa shares how her experiences led her to create The HelpHUB, what she’s learned from connecting with other survivor...
2025-05-0359 min
The Survivors Podcast6 Harmful Myths About Suicide—And the Truth Survivors Need You to KnowIn this deeply raw and heartfelt episode, hosts Gretchen and Lisa delve into the heavy topic of suicide, unpacking personal stories, public perceptions, and the damaging power of stigma. They offer unflinching honesty, resilience, and hope, reminding us all that healing begins when we start speaking out.
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2025-04-3026 min
The Survivors PodcastThe 3 P’s That Could Save a Life: Dr. Janine Ellenberger on Suicide PreventionIn this powerful episode, Dr. Janine Ellenberger joins Lisa and Gretchen to talk about the missing links in suicide prevention—namely, aftercare, family support, and community. Together, they unpack real stories, systemic gaps, and the “3 P’s” that could make all the difference: People, Place, and Purpose.
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2025-04-2330 min
The Survivors PodcastHow to Spot the Signs: Suicide Awareness & Support with Dr. Janine EllenbergerLisa and Gretchen sit down with Dr. Janine Ellenberger—physician, mental health tech innovator, and autism mom—for a deeply personal and powerful conversation about suicide prevention, parenting through mental illness, and the life-changing impact of accessible therapy. Together, they unpack the hard stuff—grief, trauma, and hope—and explore how digital tools like Calmerry are reshaping mental wellness support.
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2025-04-1627 min
The Survivors PodcastHealing Happens Together: The Power of Building a Community for Suicide SurvivorsIn this heartfelt episode, hosts Lisa and Gretchen unpack the importance of building community after surviving suicide loss or attempt. They share their personal stories and how finding — and creating — safe spaces for connection helped save their lives and transform their grief into healing.
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2025-04-0925 min
The Survivors PodcastWhy These Conversations Matter: Breaking the Silence on SuicideIn this heartfelt episode, Lisa Sugarman and Gretchen Schoser break the silence around suicide, grief, and mental health with unflinching honesty and compassion. Through powerful personal stories and meaningful insights, they remind us that speaking up can save lives—and that no one should have to struggle alone.
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In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Lisa Sugarman and Gretchen Schoser open up about why conversations around suicide, grief, and mental health a...
2025-04-0224 min
The Good Service Podcast with Joseph DunhamThe Story of Lisa Sugarman & The HelpHUBSend us a textAnother powerful and important conversation here at The Good Service Podcast, this time with Lisa Sugarman, founder of The HelpHUB. Mental health is something we all navigate, yet access to support isn’t always easy or immediate. That’s where The HelpHUB comes in—a platform designed to provide fast, free, and inclusive mental health resources..In this episode, Lisa shares her journey of building The HelpHUB, the inspiration behind its mission, and why...
2025-03-311h 34
The Survivors PodcastGretchen’s Turning Point: What her suicide attempt taught her about livingIn this deeply moving episode, Lisa Sugarman and Gretchen Schoser dive into Gretchen’s powerful story of survival, sharing the events that led to her breaking point and the path she took to reclaim her life. Together, they explore the importance of boundaries, community, and speaking up—even when it feels impossible.
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2025-03-2627 min
The Unstuck Movement with Rob Z WentzThe Truth About My Father’s Death—35 Years Later w/ Lisa SugarmanWhat happens when you discover your father’s true cause of death—35 years after he passed? This episode is with Lisa Sugarman, a mental health advocate, author, and founder of The HelpHUB. Lisa shares her deeply personal journey of surviving suicide loss three times and how she turned her pain into a powerful mission to change the narrative around mental health.Lisa Sugarman is an author, nationally syndicated columnist, and a 3x survivor of suicide loss. She is the founder of The HelpHUB, a comprehensive online resource for mental health support, and a crisis counselor with The Trev...
2025-03-2446 min
Shut Up And GRIND with Robert B. FosterEpisode #338 - From Loss to Leadership: Lisa Sugarman on Mental Health AdvocacyLisa Sugarman is an author, nationally syndicated columnist, and a three-time survivor of suicide loss who has dedicated her life to mental health advocacy. She serves as a storyteller with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and a crisis counselor with The Trevor Project, offering vital support to those in need.As the founder of The HelpHUB, Lisa has created one of the most inclusive and comprehensive online platforms for mental health resources, crisis hotlines, and tools to support well-being. She also facilitates Safe Place, a virtual support group for survivors of suicide loss at Samaritans S...
2025-03-2252 min
The Survivors PodcastSurviving the Unthinkable: Lisa’s Story of Losing 3 Loved Ones to SuicideIn this emotional and eye-opening episode, Lisa shares her story of surviving suicide loss and the shocking truth she uncovered decades later about her father's death. Joined by Gretchen, the two explore how silence around mental health can span generations—and how sharing our truths can break cycles, foster healing, and create powerful change.
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2025-03-1929 min
The Survivors PodcastOur Origin StoryIn this very first episode of The Survivors Podcast, Gretchen and Lisa share their powerful stories as a suicide attempt survivor and a suicide loss survivor, coming together to break the silence around mental health and grief. With honesty, heart, and hope, they lay the foundation for a podcast rooted in healing, connection, and the belief that no one should ever feel alone in their struggle.
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2025-03-1231 min
Retrieving SanityLife After Loss with Lisa Sugarman (Trigger Warning)Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Mental Health Advocacy
05:58 Discovering the Truth About Loss
08:55 Transforming Pain into Purpose
12:05 Understanding Suicide and Mental Health
15:00 The Importance of Crisis Support
17:59 The Role of 988 in Mental Health
20:59 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
24:08 Engaging First Responders in Mental Health
25:52 Navigating Personal Stories in Mental Health
28:35 The Power of Language in Discussing Suicide
31:18 Breaking the Stigma Around Suicide
33:10 Understanding the Impact of Suicide on Families
36:38 The Shift in Perception...
2025-03-0959 min
Make Your Day Richer TVEmotional Wellness For All Ages with Jessica Speer and Lisa SugarmanToday: Emotional Wellness For All Ages with Jessica Speer and Lisa SugarmanJessica Speer is a true champion for kids! As the author of books like 'Middle School - Safety Goggles Advised', she empowers young people with the knowledge and tools they need to thrive. With a focus on friendship, social media, and self-awareness, Lisa's work helps kids navigate the complexities of adolescence. ANDWe're having an important conversation about mental health and breaking the silence around suicide. Lisa Sugarman has turned personal tragedy into powerful purpose. Lisa is a three-time survivor of suicide loss who, after losing her father, dedicated...
2025-03-0546 min
Out Of The Closet, Into The World.Surviving Suicide Loss & Breaking the Silence: Lisa Sugarman on Mental Health, LGBTQ+ Advocacy, and Healing.Send us a textIn this powerful episode, we break the silence on suicide loss, mental health, and healing with author and advocate Lisa Sugarman. Together, we discuss the impact of suicide, the importance of open conversations, and Lisa’s work in LGBTQ+ advocacy. This heartfelt discussion offers support, understanding, and resources for those affected. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------*Please note: I am not a doctor or therapist—just a friend sharing this important conversation to raise awareness.* In this episode, we discuss a sensitive topic—"Surviving Suicide Loss & Breaking the Silence: Lisa Sugarma...
2025-02-2855 min
Sh!t That Goes On In Our HeadsChanging the Narrative on Suicide & Mental Health with Lisa Sugarman🎙 Season 10 Opener | 2024 People's Choice Podcast Award Winner (Health) | 2024 Women in Podcasting Award (Best Mental Health Podcast) | Over 1 Million Downloads 🎙
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In this powerful Season 10 opener, we sit down with Lisa Sugarman—a mental health advocate, crisis counselor, and three-time suicide loss survivor. Lisa shares her dee...
2025-02-0450 min
The Daring Well Podcast - Holistic Health & Wellness, Mindset, and Personal GrowthGrief & Joy Can Coexist. Overcoming Suicide Loss with Lisa SugarmanIn today's episode, we're leaning in to bear witness to Lisa Sugarman's story. In Lisa's My Daring Well Story, she shares in an intimate conversation of leaning into grief, suicide loss, and finding joy and purpose through it all. I'm so honored for you to hear Lisa's story of Grief & Joy Can Coexist. Overcoming Suicide Loss. This new segment of My Daring Well Story, it's going to include women sharing their stories of overcoming difficulties in life and love, and how they've taken bold action to embrace their journey of self-love and holistic wellness so tha...
2025-01-2244 min
Radiant Resilience - Real Conversations with Tawny Palm39. Lisa Sugarman - Beyond the SilenceSend us a textIn this deeply moving episode of Radiant Resilience, Tawny sits down with Lisa Sugarman — author, columnist, mental health advocate, and three-time survivor of suicide loss. Lisa shares her powerful story of loss, healing, and the unexpected discovery about her father’s death decades after it happened. Through vulnerability and strength, Lisa discusses the nuances of grief after suicide, the stigma surrounding mental health, and her transformative work with organizations like The Trevor Project and the National Alliance on Mental Illness.This conversation is a raw and compassionate exploration of hope, resilience, and...
2025-01-201h 09
The Metamorphosis Project#45 Reframing Suicide: Lisa Sugarman’s Mission to Change Perceptions and Offer HopeSend us a textIn this deeply moving episode, Tenya speaks with Lisa Sugarman, a mental health advocate, author, and three-time survivor of suicide loss. Lisa shares her personal journey of resilience and transformation after learning the truth about her father’s suicide decades later. Together, they discuss the stigma surrounding suicide, the importance of storytelling in mental health advocacy, and how to foster a community of hope and understanding.Key Takeaways:Suicide is not an act of selfishness but a byproduct of mental illness.The power of open conversations to di...
2025-01-0854 min
Restorative Grief with Mandy Capehart169. All The Small Acts with Lisa Sugarman"Validate, validate, validate."
Lisa Sugarman wants you to know the struggles you experience are valid, but not permanent. The Boston-based author and crisis counselor with The Trevor Project is passionate about breaking stigmas around death by suicide and mental health. As a three-time suicide loss survivor, Lisa's message of validation, hope, and care is one you do not want to miss.
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2025-01-0553 min
Glass Half FullLisa Sugarman's Inspiring Journey: Transforming Tragedy into Mental Health Advocacy and Fostering Hope Through VulnerabilitySend us a textIn this weeks epsiode, Chris talks with Lisa Sugarman. Lisa joins us for an episode that promises to touch your heart and mind. A celebrated author and mental health advocate, Lisa's personal journey from the tragic loss of her father to her advocacy at The Trevor Project is as inspiring as it is poignant. She opens up about how the discovery of her father's suicide reshaped her life, propelling her into a career devoted to changing the narrative around mental illness and supporting those in crisis. Lisa's story is a testament to resilience...
2024-12-051h 11
The Mindful JourneyTurning Pain into Purpose: Lisa Sugarman’s Journey in Mental Health AdvocacyIn this powerful episode of The Mindful Journey, host Sushmitha Sai welcomes Lisa Sugarman, a mental health advocate and the creator of The Help Hub. Lisha shares her deeply personal story of loss, revealing how her father’s death by suicide shaped her purpose to support others facing mental health challenges. Together, they discuss the creation of The Help Hub, a vital resource for diverse communities, and explore the importance of grief, resilience, and mental health support. This conversation is a testament to the transformative power of turning pain into advocacy.
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2024-11-2414 min
The meademusing’s PodcastEP 68 Lisa Sugarman Can you help someone who is suicidal- Yes you canLisa Sugarman is a three-time survivor of suicide loss, a mental health advocate, and a crisis counsellor with The Trevor Project. She is also an author and a nationally syndicated columnist.We discussed her personal journey of discovering that her father, whom she believed had died from a heart attack when she was just ten years old, actually took his own life. She learned this truth 35 years later, which led her to grieve for him once again. Her cousin and a close family friend also died by suicide.These tragedies drove Lisa to seek an...
2024-09-2431 min
The Mindful LivingSuicide Prevention & Mental Health: Breaking the Silence with Lisa SugarmanEpisode Summary: In this powerful episode of The Mindful Living Podcast, host Sana is joined by Lisa Sugarman, author, mental health advocate, and 3x survivor of suicide loss, to discuss the importance of suicide prevention and mental health awareness during Suicide Prevention Month. Lisa shares her personal experiences of losing family members to suicide and emphasizes the need for open, direct conversations about mental health. Together, they explore ways to create safer environments—both online and offline—and the importance of supporting those who may be struggling, especially within the LGBTQ+ community. They also discuss the critical role of parent...
2024-09-1124 min
Empower Her WellnessA Journey From Grief to Advocacy - My Conversation with Lisa SugarmanSupport the podcast Facebook Group Lisa Sugarman is an author, a nationally syndicated columnist, a three-time survivor of suicide loss, a mental health advocate, and a crisis counselor with The Trevor Project. She’s also a storyteller with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and the host of The Suicide Survivor Series on YouTube. Lisa is also a Survivor of Suicide Grief & Loss Facilitator with Samaritans. She also writes the opinion column We Are Who We Are and is the author of How To Raise Perfectly Imperfect Kids And Be Ok With It, Untying Pa...
2024-08-0541 min
Poddin' My NogginLisa Sugarman | Losing a father twice, Suicide, Trevor Project, Communitylisasugarman.com
Summary
Lisa Sugarman shares her personal experience of losing her father to suicide and the impact it had on her life. She also discusses the stigma surrounding suicide and the importance of open communication about mental health. Lisa emphasizes the need for support and understanding for those who are struggling with mental illness and suicidal thoughts. In this conversation, C.K. Simms and Lisa Sugarman discuss the importance of talking about suicide and the power of radical acceptance. They emphasize the need to allow ourselves to feel...
2024-08-0359 min
My Best FailSurviving Suicide Loss: A Journey from Pain to Purpose | A Conversation with Lisa Sugarman"Mental illness needs to be validated, treated, and cared for in the same way that you would if someone has cancer or heart disease."
Lisa Sugarman is an author, a nationally syndicated columnist, a grief counselor with the Trevor Project, and a storyteller with the National Alliance on Mental Health. She is also a 3x survivor of suicide loss.
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2024-07-2252 min
The Courageous Inner BeastEpisode 64: Experiencing Suicide Loss 3 Times ft Lisa SugarmanLisa Sugarman (she/her) is an author, a nationally syndicated columnist, a 3x survivor of suicide loss, a mental health advocate, and a crisis counselor with The Trevor Project. She writes the opinion column We Are Who We Are in Boston and is the author of How To Raise Perfectly Imperfect Kids And Be Ok With It, Untying Parent Anxiety, and LIFE: It Is What It Is available everywhere books are sold. Lisa is also a storyteller with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and a contributor on Healthline Parenthood, GrownAndFlown, TODAY Parents, Thrive Global, LittleThings, and More...
2024-07-1634 min
Bump In The RoadLisa Sugarman: Suicide and My DadLisa Sugarman is changing the narrative around suicide and mental health. Lisa's journey began with a personal tragedy—losing her father to suicide at a young age, a truth she only discovered decades later. This revelation propelled her into a life dedicated to mental health advocacy, where she now serves as a crisis counselor for The Trevor Project, among other roles. Her mission? To normalize the conversation about mental health and to echo the message that "it's okay to not be okay." Lisa shares her insights into the common threads she's noticed in her interactions with those contemplating suicide. Desperation, hopelessness, and feeling like a b...
2024-07-1430 min
Therapy: DeconstructedCall 988 in Crisis: The Importance of Normalizing Conversations Around Suicide with Lisa Sugarman**Trigger Warning: Suicide**The following content discusses topics related to suicide. This may be distressing or triggering for some individuals. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, please seek help from a mental health professional or contact a crisis hotline immediately.____________________________________________________________________________________________Sharing creates a community and an environment where people don't feel judged. Lisa Sugarman is an author, syndicated columnist, three-time survivor of loss from suicide. She’s also a storyteller with NAMI, and a crisis counselor with the Trevor Project. Lisa shares her per...
2024-07-0338 min
TreatableUnderstanding Suicide: Navigating Grief and Loss With Lisa SugarmanThis week, we're diving into the complex topic of suicide and grieving with expert guest, Lisa Sugarman. Lisa who is an author, a mental health advocate, and a three-time survivor of suicide loss shares her journey and insights on coping with the aftermath of suicide. We explore the experiences that shape her advocacy, her role as a crisis counselor with the Trevor Project, and the common misconceptions surrounding suicidal ideation. We discussed essential coping mechanisms, the importance of community and connection, and practical strategies to support those struggling with mental health issues. Lisa emphasizes the need to...
2024-07-0354 min
Imperfect LoveUntying the Anxiety Knot with Mental Health Expert Lisa SugarmanAnxiety has a way of weaving itself into our bodies, brains, and lives. Struggles with anxiety often begin in childhood and, by adulthood, can become firmly entrenched in our lives. With many mental health issues on the rise--from anxiety, depression, and chronic stress to suicide--it's time to pause to find actionable strategies to help us diminish life's stressors and cope in healthy ways. We often feel defective and struggle in silence, yet healing can be found in reaching out for support and learning to listen to our true needs. The more we destigmatize mental health problems by sharing our stories...
2024-06-2146 min
Helping Families Be HappyCreating Safe Spaces: The Power of 'Holding Space' for LGBTQ+ Individuals with Lisa SugarmanIn this heartfelt episode of "Helping Families Be Happy," host Christopher Robbins, co-founder of Familiars Publishing, engages with Lisa Sugarman, a noted author, nationally syndicated columnist, and mental health advocate. They delve into improving relationships and understanding when a loved one comes out as LGBTQ+. Through Lisa's professional and personal insights, the episode illuminates the complexities of family, love, and acceptance within the context of LGBTQ+ experiences.
Episode Highlights
- **00:00:09:** Christopher Robbins introduces the podcast theme, focusing on family, love, and relationships, and introduces Lisa Sugarman as the guest. He outlines her extensive background as a...
2024-06-1918 min
The Other Side of FearStop Saying "COMMITTED SUICIDE" | with Lisa SugarmanText our show Key Takeaways:- The fear that exists on both ends of, the person living with suicidal thoughts and, the friends or family members who are not sure how to address it without causing more harm.- The importance of being direct when addressing a person who you suspect to be thinking of harming themself or someone else; i.e. are you thinking about hurting yourself? Are you thinking about dying?…- The language we use to speak about suicide and why it needs to change.
2024-06-141h 13
Life With FrancyBreaking the Stigma: A Conversation with Lisa Sugarman I Life with Francy PodcastIn this episode of the Life with Francy Podcast, Francy sits down with Lisa Sugarman, a Boston-based author and nationally syndicated columnist dedicated to ending the stigma surrounding suicide and mental illness.
Lisa shares her personal journey, including the profound impact of learning that her father took his own life 35 years after his death. This revelation reshaped her mission to support others, turning her pain into purpose. Lisa works as a crisis counselor with The Trevor Project, a storyteller with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), and a grief support facilitator with Samaritans. She is committed to normalizing conversations...
2024-06-0326 min
Awaken Your Soul's JourneySuicide Loss and Grief with Lisa SugarmanLisa Sugarman (she/her) is an author, a nationally syndicated columnist, a 3x survivor of suicide loss, a mental health advocate, and a crisis counselor with The Trevor Project. She is a writer and a storyteller.Lisa and I talked about how important it is to share your story of loss for you and others and no matter how dark your days might be right now, you will not always feel this way. We talk about how we might dissolve some of the guilt that goes with suicide loss specifically and so much more!You...
2024-05-2842 min
Conversations with Rich BennettTransforming Trauma into Advocacy: Lisa Sugarman on Mental Health and Suicide PreventionIn this episode of "Conversations with Rich Bennett," host Rich Bennett engages in a deep and insightful discussion with Lisa Sugarman, a Boston-based author, columnist, and mental health advocate. Lisa shares her compelling journey from parenting author to a devoted mental health advocate, driven by her personal experiences with suicide loss, including a transformative revelation about her father's death. The conversation explores the stigma surrounding mental illness, the impact of language on societal perceptions of suicide, and the challenges of discussing these topics on social media platforms. Lisa also highlights her involvement with The Trevor Project as a crisis...
2024-05-1549 min
Grieving VoicesLisa Sugarman | Shielded From the TruthThis week on Grieving Voices is a mental health discussion with Lisa Sugarman – a multifaceted advocate who has overcome personal tragedies to make an impact. As a suicide loss survivor and crisis counselor, her insights are invaluable during Mental Health Awareness Month.Lisa's journey is one marked by unexpected turns. From being a content creator in the parenting space to confronting the harsh realities of mental illness following revelations about her father's death, she exemplifies resilience and strength. Her story highlights how secrets can shape our lives and the importance of community support in healing from grief.
2024-05-141h 11
WELLNESS ALL SEASONS with MinaThe Power of Truth with Lisa Sugarman - Part 1Losing a loved one has a great impact on emotional well-being. Each person’s experience is unique. Some lose hope and others find strength and inspiration.
Tune in to a profoundly moving episode of 'Wellness All Seasons with Mina' and discover Lisa Sugarman’s Story. Lisa Sugarman, Author, and Mental Health Advocate, courageously shares her poignant journey from the shadows of her father's long-held secret to becoming an example of hope in the realm of mental health advocacy. Join Mina and Lisa as they navigate the depths of grief, resilience, and the transformative power of vulnerability.
Th...
2024-04-3056 min
Up Your Total GlowThe Importance of Sharing Your Story with Mental Health Advocate, Counselor & Story Teller Lisa SugarmanIn this week’s episode, I am speaking with the absolutely beautiful Lisa Sugarman. Lisa is a renowned published author, columnist, storyteller, counselor, mental health advocate and amazing woman. She believes that there is strength and healing found within our shared experiences, which is why she is committed to sharing her story of life after loss. In this interview, Lisa shares of course her own story with us, she speaks about why it is ok to not be okay. She talks about how to help someone who is suicidal, why it is important to sit in your grief and wh...
2024-04-2851 min
THE EMBC NETWORKHow to Embrace Imperfections, an Inspiring Journey from Loss to Mental Health Advocacy with Lisa SugarmanIn this inspiring video, join Lisa Sugarman as she shares her powerful journey from surviving the loss of loved ones to thriving as a mental health advocate. As an accomplished author, nationally syndicated columnist, and crisis counselor with The Trevor Project, Lisa's story is filled with resilience and hope.Discover the depth of Lisa's impact as she sheds light on her work with organizations such as the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and her role as a storyteller. With her syndicated opinion column, "It Is What It Is," and her books, including "How To Raise Perfectly...
2024-02-061h 15
THE EMBC NETWORK Featuring: ihealthradio and Worldwide PodcastsHow to Embrace Imperfections, an Inspiring Journey from Loss to Mental Health Advocacy with Lisa SugarmanIn this inspiring video, join Lisa Sugarman as she shares her powerful journey from surviving the loss of loved ones to thriving as a mental health advocate. As an accomplished author, nationally syndicated columnist, and crisis counselor with The Trevor Project, Lisa's story is filled with resilience and hope.
Discover the depth of Lisa's impact as she sheds light on her work with organizations such as the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and her role as a storyteller. With her syndicated opinion column, "It Is What It Is," and her books, including "How To Raise Perfectly...
2024-02-061h 15
Good Mood RevolutionTurning Pain into Purpose: How Lisa Sugarman Helps Others Through Her Own Experiences with LossHow do you turn your personal pain into purpose? On this week's Good Mood Boost, Matt O'Neill welcomes mental health advocate Lisa Sugarman. Join us as Lisa shares her heartfelt journey of overcoming profound loss. In the face adversity, Lisa has become a beacon of hope, dedicating her life to mental health advocacy.
Prepare to be inspired as she reveals the transformative process of channeling personal pain into a force for good, offering a roadmap for anyone seeking to elevate their own well-being. Your emotional breakthrough awaits in this episode of the Good Mood Boost - where t...
2024-02-0106 min
I Am Refocused RadioConversations That Matter: Lisa Sugarman's Impactful Approach to Mental Health AdvocacyLisa Sugarman is an author, a nationally syndicated columnist, a survivor of suicide loss, a crisis counselor with The Trevor Project, a storyteller with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), and a mental health advocate.Lisa writes the syndicated opinion column It Is What It Is and is the author of How To Raise Perfectly Imperfect Kids And Be Ok With It, Untying Parent Anxiety, and LIFE: It Is What It Is, available on Amazon, at Barnes & Noble, and everywhere books are sold. She’s also the co-host of the podcast LIFE Unfiltered on iTunes and on iH...
2024-01-1730 min
Direct ImpactDirect Impact w/ Lisa SugarmanSeason #5
Date: 1/17/24
Episode Title: Direct Impact with Lisa Suagrman
Lisa Sugarman is a parenting author, a nationally syndicated columnist, a podcast host, and a survivor of suicide loss, losing her dad Jim at age ten. She’s also a passionate advocate for mental health awareness & suicide prevention and is a crisis counselor with The Trevor Project, supporting LGBTQ+ youth in crisis. Lisa writes the syndicated opinion column It Is What It Is and is the author of How To Raise Perfectly Imperfect Kids And Be Ok With It, Untying Parent Anxiety, and L...
2024-01-1737 min
SuperchargersMental Health Advocate - Lisa SugarmanLisa Sugarman is an author, a nationally syndicated columnist, a survivor of suicide loss, a crisis counsellor with The Trevor Project, a storyteller with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), and a mental health advocate.WATCH ON YOUTUBEhttps://youtu.be/WKGELEO4KCE?si=H94rw4BkTA8ZW7jyPATREONhttps://www.patreon.com/lionfuryproductionsLISA SUGARMANhttps://lisasugarman.com/https://www.instagram.com/lisa_sugarman/DANIEL THOMAShttps://www.danthomas.net/https://www...
2024-01-1133 min
The AAS Make An Impact PodcastE8: Lisa SugarmanEpisode #8 of the AAS Make An Impact Podcast welcomed author and crisis counselor Lisa Sugarman. To learn more about Lisa visit, www.lisasugarman.com. The AAS Make An Impact Podcast is presented by the American Association of Suicidology and every episode features a new guest discussing suicide, prevention, research, and more!To learn more about the American Association of Suicidology, visit https://suicidology.org/ #AASMakeAnImpact #SuicidePrevention #suicide #mentalhealth
2024-01-0825 min
Hot Mess EspressoS3E3: Part Two With Lisa SugarmanIf you haven't heard Part One, go listen to it now before this episode! If you have, enjoy part two with Lisa Sugarman: a Trevor Project Crisis Counselor, Mental Health Advocate, and a Storyteller with the National Alliance on Mental Illness. This conversation is heavy, but so crucial to mental health advocacy. Topics covered that the audience should be aware of are suicide ideation, suicide, and similar topics. Please be aware that some of the episode may be triggering, and your mental health comes first.
You can find Lisa at www.lisasugarman.com and...
2023-12-2730 minHot Mess EspressoS3E2: Part One With Lisa SugarmanI had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Lisa Sugarman: a Trevor Project Crisis Counselor, Mental Health Advocate, Storyteller with the National Alliance on Mental Illness. This conversation is heavy, but so crucial to mental health advocacy. Topics covered that the audience should be aware of are suicide ideation, suicide, and similar topics. Please be aware that some of the episode may be triggering, and your mental health comes first.
You can find Lisa at www.lisasugarman.com and on Instagram
: @lisa_sugarman
All resources can be...
2023-12-2031 min
No Need to Explain with the Mental Health MamasIs it the Most Wonderful Time of the Year for Everyone? with guest Lisa SugarmanIn this just-before-the-holidays holiday episode the Mental Health Mamas are joined by an encore guest Lisa Sugarman. Lisa is a Boston based author and shares her pivot since the death of her father, a death by suicide, not a heart attack as originally reported. She shares her new endeavors as well as her sage advice for those of us who struggle with feeling around the holidays. Listen in!Visit Lisa Sugarman at https://lisasugarman.com/Visit the Trevor Project at https://www.thetrevorproject.org/Call the Trevor Project Crisis line at 866-4887-3866 or text...
2023-12-1230 min
Let's Talk About Grief With AnneLisa Sugarman - The Truth Behind a Loved One's DeathSend us a textWelcome to our podcast, dear listeners. I'm Anne, your host. And today, we have a really thought-provoking topic to delve into - suicide. And I'm privileged to have Lisa Sugarman as our guest. Lisa is an incredible parenting author, a syndicated columnist, and a survivor herself of suicide loss. Lisa is also a crisis counselor with the Trevor Project.We recognize that suicide, unfortunately, is a tragic occurrence that can leave us feeling bewildered and grappling for the answers that question why seems almost impossible to comprehend and leaves families with...
2023-12-0953 min
In TurnInterview with Lisa SugarmanIn today’s episode, I interview Lisa Sugarman who is a parenting author, a nationally syndicated columnist, a podcast host, and a survivor of suicide loss, losing her dad Jim at age ten.
She’s also a passionate advocate for mental health awareness & suicide prevention and recently became a crisis counselor with The Trevor Project, supporting LGBTQ+ youth in crisis.
Lisa writes the syndicated opinion column It Is What It Is and is the author of How To Raise Perfectly Imperfect Kids And Be Ok With It, Untying Parent Anxiety, and LIFE: It Is What It Is, available on Amazon, at B...
2023-11-0438 min
Rad Mom RadioHow to Have an Open Conversation About Depression, Mental Health, and Suicidal Ideation, with Lisa SugarmanHello and welcome to another episode of Rad Mom Radio!This week my guest is Lisa Sugarman - Lisa is a parenting author, a nationally syndicated columnist, a podcast host, and a survivor of suicide loss, losing her dad Jim at age ten. She’s also a passionate advocate for mental health awareness & suicide prevention and recently became a crisis counselor with The Trevor Project, supporting LGBTQ+ youth in crisis. Lisa writes the syndicated opinion column It Is What It Is and is the author of How To Raise Perfectly Imperfect Kids And Be Ok...
2023-09-1357 min
Can I Just Say? with Nikki La CroceHow To Foster Personal Growth Through Empathy & Self-Acceptance with Lisa Sugarman🎙️In this episode, I share the mic with Lisa Sugarman.
Lisa's life story is a testament to the transformative power of empathy and self-discovery.
Lisa is a parenting author, a nationally syndicated columnist, a podcast host, and a survivor of suicide loss. She’s also a passionate advocate for mental health awareness & suicide prevention, as well as a prominent advocate for the LGBTQ+ community which is reflected in her position as a crisis counselor for The Trevor Project.
Tune in to hear an insightful conversation with Lisa about:
How grief is...
2023-07-181h 06
Empowered Within with Jennifer Pilates – Spiritual Growth | Inner Empowerment | Transforming Mind-Body-SpiritIt's Okay that Life is Messy with Lisa SugarmanToday's guest is Lisa Sugarman, she believe's it’s okay that life is messy…because we’re all a work in progress.Lisa is a mom, a parenting author, a nationally syndicated humor columnist, a podcast host, creating content that helps empower parents, especially moms, by giving them permission to embrace their imperfections. Lisa is also a survivor of suicide loss, losing her father at age ten and is a vocal advocate for suicide awareness & prevention. Lisa writes the syndicated opinion column “It Is What It Is” and is the author of How to Raise Perf...
2023-02-1629 min
The Dylan ExperienceE67 - Survive then Thrive, Accepting Imperfection with Lisa SugarmanLisa Sugarman is a mom, a parenting author, a nationally syndicated humor columnist, and a podcast host, creating content that helps empower parents, especially moms, by giving them permission to embrace their perfectly imperfectness. She’s also a survivor of suicide loss, losing her father at age ten. Lisa writes the syndicated opinion column "It Is What It Is" and is the author of "How To Raise Perfectly Imperfect Kids And Be Ok With It", "Untying Parent Anxiety", and "LIFE: It Is What It Is", available on Amazon, at Barnes & Noble, and everywhere books are sold. My guest is al...
2022-12-161h 24Lisa Sugarman Now in Nov 2022 S3 E5Lisa Sugarman is a mom, a parenting author, a nationally syndicated humor columnist, and a podcast host, creating content that helps empower parents, especially moms, by giving them permission to embrace their perfectly imperfectness.
She’s also a survivor of suicide loss, losing her father at age ten, an advocate for suicide awareness & prevention, and a member and ally of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Lisa writes the syndicated opinion column It Is What It Is and is the author of How To Raise Perfectly Imperfect Kids And Be Ok With It, Untying Parent Anxiety, and LIFE: It...
2022-11-1555 min
Suicide Zen Forgiveness Stories re Suicide Loss | Ideation | Mental Health | Offering Hope |Empathy for AllLisa Sugarman Now in Nov 2022 S3 E5Lisa Sugarman is a mom, a parenting author, a nationally syndicated humor columnist, and a podcast host, creating content that helps empower parents, especially moms, by giving them permission to embrace their perfectly imperfectness.
She’s also a survivor of suicide loss, losing her father at age ten, an advocate for suicide awareness & prevention, and a member and ally of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Lisa writes the syndicated opinion column It Is What It Is and is the author of How To Raise Perfectly Imperfect Kids And Be Ok With It, Untying Parent Anxiety, and LIFE: It...
2022-11-1555 minNo Need to Explain with the Mental Health MamasRaising Perfectly Imperfect Kids with Guest Lisa SugarmanThis week the Mental Health Mamas welcome guest Lisa Sugarman to the podcast. Lisa is a mom, a nationally syndicated humor columnist, a parenting author, a survivor of suicide loss, a proud ally and member of the LGBTQIA+ community and a podcast host. You won’t want to miss hearing Lisa talk about raising perfectly imperfect kids as well as an open conversation about being a survivor of suicide loss.The Trevor Project provides 24/7 crisis support services to LGBTQ young people. Text, chat or call any time to reach a trained counselor. Ca...
2022-10-2529 min
Ask the Doulas PodcastHow To Raise Perfectly Imperfect Kids And Be Ok With It with Lisa SugarmanSend us a textLisa Sugarman, author of How to Raise Perfectly Imperfect Kids And Be Ok With It discusses positive parenting and balance with Kristin Revere.Please leave a review on our podcast if you enjoyed this episode, so we can reach more listeners like you!Subscribe to our newsletter, check out Kristin’s birth and baby book, and see more about our Doula services & online courses below:https://linktr.ee/goldcoastdoulasKeywords: Perfectly Imperfect Ki...
2022-09-2421 min
Sensitive in Nature PodcastHow to Embrace Your Perfect Imperfectness as a Parent with Lisa SugarmanOut of love for your kids, do you try to control life? Do you have a hard time letting things happen? How can you release control and build resilience in yourself while modeling it for your kids? In this podcast episode, I speak about embracing your perfect imperfections as a parent with Lisa Sugarman. We reflect on how you can let go of control, and build empathetic relationships with your children. Thanks for listening, I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram and Facebook. Sign up for my Free...
2022-09-2240 minSensitive in Nature PodcastHow to Embrace Your Perfect Imperfectness as a Parent with Lisa SugarmanOut of love for your kids, do you try to control life? Do you have a hard time letting things happen? How can you release control and build resilience in yourself while modeling it for your kids? In this podcast episode, I speak about embracing your perfect imperfections as a parent with Lisa Sugarman. We reflect on how you can let go of control, and build empathetic relationships with your children. Thanks for listening, I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram and Facebook. Sign up for my Free...
2022-09-2240 min
Body Grieves, Spirit CallsCarrying Grief in the Sidecar of Life with Lisa SugarmanLisa Sugarman is a mom, a parenting author, a nationally syndicated humor columnist, and a podcast host, creating content that helps empower parents, especially moms, by giving them permission to embrace their perfectly imperfectness. She’s also a survivor of suicide loss, losing her father Jim at age ten, and a member and ally of the LGBTQIA+ community. Lisa writes the syndicated opinion column It Is What It Is and is the author of How To Raise Perfectly Imperfect Kids And Be Ok With It, Untying Parent Anxiety, and LIFE: It Is What It Is, available on Amazon, at Barnes...
2022-09-2153 min
The New Mama Mentor®Figuring Your Sh*t Out with Lisa Sugarman**Trigger Warning: Suicide**Lisa Sugarman is a mom, a parenting author, a nationally syndicated humor columnist, and a podcast host, creating content that helps empower parents, especially moms, by giving them permission to embrace their perfectly imperfectness. She’s also a survivor of suicide loss, losing her father at age ten. Lisa writes the syndicated opinion column It Is What It Is and is the author of How To Raise Perfectly Imperfect Kids And Be Ok With It, Untying Parent Anxiety, and LIFE: It Is What It Is, available on Amazon, at Barnes & Noble, and everywhere books ar...
2022-08-2354 min
The Art of Being a MumLisa SugarmanMy guest today is Lisa Sugarman, a writer and mum of 2 grown daughters from that famous town of Salem Massachusetts, USA.Before having her children Lisa was a newspaper (news and feature) reporter, writing for magazines and papers in the US.Lisa was a teacher for 15 years in local school system, as a class room teacher, coach administration and one-on-one aid for children with special needsIt was after her children were a little older and she working in the school system that Lisa got back into her writing, writing about her own...
2022-08-101h 34
Real Life MomzComing Out, Discussing Gender and Sexual IdentityIn this weekś episode, we are joined by Lisa Sugarman, a mom, a parenting author, a nationally syndicated humor columnist, and a podcast host, to discuss the important topic of gender and sexual identity.
Join me for our beautiful discussion as Lisa shares the story of her daughter coming out, and how that moment helped Lisa to realize and embrace her own identity.
Come join us on our Facebook group on facebook.com/groups/reallifemomz/ as we continue to support one another in being our authentic selves.
Resources:
The Trevor Project: http...
2022-07-2639 min
Parenting in Real LifeEp 129 - How to Embrace an Imperfect Summer | Lisa SugarmanWe are a few weeks into summer and despite all the planning, things may not be going quite how you planned. But don't worry, today's episode with Lisa Sugarman will help you embrace the imperfectness of summer. Lisa is an advocate for encouraging parents to cut themselves some slack and give ourselves permission to show up for our kids exactly as we are without putting all kinds of crazy pressure or expectations on ourselves to live that perfect Instagram life.You can find Lisa Sugarman on Instagram and on her website lisasugarman.com Check out her book...
2022-06-2913 min
Honest as a MotherRaising Perfectly Imperfect Kids with Lisa SugarmanSend us a textAmanda is joined by her friend Lisa Sugarman. Lisa is a mom, an author and a mentor who is helping moms everywhere.Included in this episode:Raising kids and how our emotions can be the same even when we are in different stages of parentingOur high expectations that we put on ourselves as parents and then unknowingly place on our childrenHow our own traumas/insecurities will come out full force when we become parents. Fix your sh!t so you don't take it out on your kidsHow we can handle...
2022-04-2553 min
A Little Less Fear Podcast with Dr. Lino MartinezEpisode 82: Suicide Prevention with Parenting Author, Lisa Sugarman!Lisa Sugarman is a parenting author, a nationally syndicated humor columnist, and a radio show host. She writes the syndicated opinion column “It Is What It Is” and is the author of How to Raise Perfectly Imperfect Kids And Be Ok With It, Untying Parent Anxiety, and LIFE: It Is What It Is, available on Amazon, at Barnes & Noble, and everywhere books are sold. Sugarman is also the co-host of the weekly radio show LIFE Unfiltered on Northshore 104.9FM and a regular contributor on Healthline Parenthood, GrownAndFlown, TODAY Parents, Thrive Global, Care.com, LittleThings, and More Content Now. She is a...
2022-04-0741 min