Surviving Suicide, Embracing Identity, and Editing Life with Sage Grayson
**Show Notes for Advancing With Amy / Mental Health Warrior & Neurospicy Mama
In this deeply moving episode of "Advancing With Amy / Mental Health Warrior," host Amy sits down with the inspirational Sage Grayson—a former book editor turned esteemed life and business coach. Listeners are in for a powerful session as two mental health warriors share their personal journeys, and discuss the significance of authenticity and resilience.
**Key Points Discussed:**
- **Unveiling Vulnerability:** Sage highlights the lifesaving power of honesty about mental health struggles and how it can reduce tragic outcomes in the news by inspiring hope.
- **Embracing the Imperfect Self:** Amy gets candid about her imperfections, setting an affirming tone that showcases the beauty in embracing our true selves.
- **Surviving and Thriving:** Both speakers delve into their own suicide attempts and the profound effect of bouncing back, emphasizing the crucial role of finding hope and the determination to keep moving forward.
- **Constructive Reframing:** Sage shares insights on how adopting a new perspective on life after encountering dark times can lead to finding joy and reducing worries.
- **Neurodiversity and Sexuality:** The conversation takes a turn to explore the challenges associated with being neurodiverse and bisexual in a society that often misinterprets these identities.
- **Life Editing Framework:** Sage introduces her unique approach to life coaching, which has empowered numerous women to achieve balance and happiness in work and home settings.
- **Third Man Syndrome:** A remarkable recounting of hearing a guiding voice during her darkest moment, which turned out to be her future self, urging Sage to push through the hardships toward a happier life.
- **Coping Techniques and Mentoring:** Sage unveils her innovative strategies like connecting with a guiding persona and "petitioning the universe" to provide strength in tough times.
The conversation wraps up with a heartfelt expression of mutual appreciation and a shared commitment to continue the fight against the stigmas surrounding mental health.
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