In this episode, host Janet Sandberg welcomes Jeremy George, a TEDx speaker and founder of BucketMatch, who shares his transformative journey through suicidal ideation and the profound impact of living a deliberate life.

Jeremy opens up about his experience with suicidal thoughts beginning in April 2019, despite having what appeared to be a successful life in New York City. He discusses the challenging realization that achieving societal milestones did not equate to happiness and how this led him to question the meaning of life. Through a series of life-changing events, including his mother's health scare and the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Jeremy found clarity in pursuing a life that truly mattered to him.

Jeremy shares how creating a bucket list and actively engaging in activities that brought him joy helped him reclaim his enthusiasm for life. From skydiving and seeing the Northern Lights to simple acts of kindness, Jeremy's journey highlights the importance of embracing one's authentic self and the power of community and connection in overcoming mental health struggles.

Chapters:

(00:00 ) Janet Sandberg welcomes Jeremy George

(03:15 ) Jeremy introduces himself

(07:45 ) The onset of suicidal ideation in 2019

(11:30 ) The impact of societal expectations on mental health

(15:20 ) The turning point: Jeremy's mother's health scare

(20:05 ) Embracing a bucket list lifestyle

(24:50 ) Simple acts of kindness and community engagement

(29:45 ) The role of deliberate living in mental health

(34:15 ) Advice for those in the depths of despair

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In Crisis?

Canada:

Talk Suicide Canada call 1-833-456-4566 available 24/7. Between the hours of 4pm-midnight (Eastern time) you can text 45645 or text 988

In Quebec call 1-866-277-3553. Contactez un intervenant par texto au 535353. Service offert 24/7 partout au Québec

If you are under 18, call Kids Help Phone 1-800-668-6868. They offer 24/7 text service. You don’t need a data plan, internet connection or an app to use it.

If you’re in imminent danger call 911 or go to Emergency.

USA:

Call or text 988 (para ayuda en español, llame al 988). The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides 24-hour, confidential support to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.

Call 911 in life-threatening situations.