Preventing Suicide

Navigating Grief After Suicide Loss

Honoring Grief and Starting the Foundation

Improving Access to Mental Health Care

Supporting Youth Mental Health Challenges

Mental Health Event Success

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2289623/open_sms">Send us a text</a>Jenny Rayner joins us for an emotionally powerful discussion about the tragic loss of her daughter, Lucy, and the remarkable work she has done since to prevent similar tragedies. Jenny's heartfelt story begins with the pressures Lucy faced, including job loss and a breakup, which culminated in her suicide in 2012. This episode is a testament to Jenny's resilience and demonstrates the importance of recognizing mental health vulnerabilities in loved ones, a skill that even trained professionals find challenging. We explore the profound emotions tied to losing someone to suicide, highlighting the importance of self-kindness in navigating grief. Jenny shares her journey of accepting this loss and the significance of understanding grief as an ongoing journey of getting through rather than getting over. We also discuss the Lucy Rayner Foundation's support for mental health, especially for young people transitioning through significant life changes, addressing the inadequacies in mental health services and the vital importance of accessible care. Lastly, we tackle the broader societal influences affecting mental health, such as social media and persistent stigma, and the struggles faced by mental health foundations in providing consistent support. Through events like "Can Anyone Hear Me," we emphasize the need for open discussions on mental health and the importance of regular medication reviews. Jenny's story, combined with our focus on fostering resilience, aims to inspire a future where mental health awareness and support are prioritized, offering hope amid despair. FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS: Guest: Jenny Rayner Website: https://thelucyraynerfoundation.com/ https://www.instagram.com/thelucyraynerfoundation/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheLucyRaynerFoundation/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenny.rayner/ HOSTS: Richard Blake Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/The_Breath_Geek">https://www.instagram.com/The_Breath_Geek</a> <a href="https://richardlblake.com/">https://richardlblake.com/ </a><a href="https://linktr.ee/RichardLBlake">https://linktr.ee/RichardLBlake </a>Facebook: @TheOptimisedU Andy Esam Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/andyesam/">https://www.instagram.com/andyesam/</a>PODCAST: Laughing Through The Pain: Navigating Wellness YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_gOq4wzRjwkwdjYycAeng">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_gOq4wzRjwkwdjYycAeng</a> Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/laughing-through-the-pain-navigating-wellness/id1726046369">https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/laughing-through-the-pain-navigating-wellness/id1726046369</a> Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/2TdW2qSWyVpXUyfKvNrBon?si=ff8aba9b92c24616">https://open.spotify.com/show/2TdW2qSWyVpXUyfKvNrBon?si=ff8aba9b92c24616</a> Buzzsprout: <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2289623">https://www.buzzsprout.com/2289623</a>Find us on Instagram Richard @The_Breath_Geek YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_gOq4wzRjwkwdjYycAeng Webiste - www.TheBreathGeek.com Please leave us a review, like and subscribe.

Send us a textJenny Rayner joins us for an emotionally powerful discussion about the tragic loss of her daughter, Lucy, and the remarkable work she has done since to prevent similar tragedies. Jenny's heartfelt story begins with the pressures Lucy faced, including job loss and a breakup, which culminated in her suicide in 2012. This episode is a testament to Jenny's resilience and demonstrates the importance of recognizing mental health vulnerabilities in loved ones, a skill that even trained...

From Loss to Legacy: Navigating Grief and Championing Mental Health Awareness with Jenny Rayner