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In this episode of Question It., with its *Trigger Warning*, we are once again discussing suicide and the deep emotional pain that often drives people to it. I share a personal story about a childhood friend who died by suicide and explore the crucial distinction between Mental Health and emotional health. By understanding how unmet emotional needs shape
our behaviors, we can shift our approach to well-being and connection. Join me in rethinking how we support ourselves and others in times of distress.

Key Takeaway: Understanding that emotional pain, not
a broken brain, often drives destructive behaviors can help us foster deeper compassion, connection, and support for those struggling—and finally make significant progress toward preventing suicide.  

Peace. Love. Connect.

Links/References:

Original Source Article: A Suicide Close To Home & A Plea

https://kevinrstrauss.com/a-suicide-close-to-home-and-a-plea/

uchiTribe Episode Code: Request to join this episodes uchiTribe, for up to 4 weeks after this episode goes live, using the code: QI-34

Here’s the Google Form: https://forms.gle/wgv8mUk8NU9DnHKcA

And a few sample questions we might discuss:

1. When was the last time you felt truly heard and understood by someone? How did that make you feel?
2. What are some ways you’ve tried to cope with emotional pain, and how effective have they been for you?
3. How do you show love and connection to the people closest to you, and how do they show it to you in return?
4. What do you think it means to feel valued, and how can we help others feel more valued in their lives?

Contact Info:

Kevin’s social media is typically: @KevinRStrauss

Website: https://KevinRStrauss.com
– Connect directly using the Contact Form there.

Uchi: https://uchiconnection.com
– Real conversations. Real connections.

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Kevin Strauss Emotional Health & Wellness Consultant, CEO at Uchi

Kevin R. Strauss, M.E. is an innovator, emotional health & wellness expert, and CEO of Uchi, a social app dedicated to strengthening relationships and improving behaviors. As a trained biomedical engineer with more than 75 patents, a book titled Innovate The 1%, and numerous peer-reviewed publications in spine, psychology, and human behavior, Kevin’s career has fueled his passion for understanding people and “why we behave the way we do.” His curious nature led him to launch the Question It podcast.

Kevin’s mission is simple: to make life easier and happier for everyone by supporting Formula 4 Wellness—physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health. When he's not developing solutions for balanced well-being, Kevin enjoys expedition backpacking, ballroom dancing, and is a 24-year, injury-free Ironman Triathlete & Coach.