Breaking Mental Health with Darrell

Breaking Mental Health
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I have a story, a journey, a vision, and a goal. My goal is to bring greater awareness to mental health. My story is about sharing the struggles I face with my own mental health. My journey is creating this podcast so that both you and I can better understand the realities of mental health. My vision is to build a genuine connection with my audience. And my goal is to explore the many aspects of the mind and how mental health affects our lives, our relationships, and our growth. Through this podcast, we learn together.

  1. 2D AGO

    Leadership at Home: Where Real Leadership Begins

    Leadership doesn’t begin in boardrooms or public platforms — it begins at home. In Episode 33 of Breaking Mental Health with Darrell, we explore the role fathers and parents play in shaping the emotional environment of their families. From discipline and stability to communication and example, this episode focuses on how leadership inside the home builds confidence, trust, and strong future leaders. True leadership starts with the people closest to you. Disclaimer: 00:00 The Message: 00:38 Introduction/The Rant: 02:20 Leadership at Home: 08:00 What’s Next: 33:00 leadership fatherhood parenting family leadership mental health personal growth discipline emotional stability strong families podcast If you want to share your story, email me at breakingmentalh@gmail.com Breaking Mental Health is currently accepting aligned sponsors and brand partnerships focused on mental health, wellness, leadership, and personal growth. For sponsorship inquiries: breakingmentalh@gmail.com If you or someone you know who is being abused, there is help. Please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233 or text BEGIN to 88788 If you or someone you know who is suicidal or attempted suicide, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. You can also text 988 If you or someone you know who is struggling with mental illness, there is help. Please contact the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Hotline at 1-800-950-6264 or text NAMI to 741-741 There is also a Crisis Support Services National helpline, call 800-662-HELP (800-662-4357) If you know a teen that is suffering also, call 800-852-8336 Other than that, if there is a serious crisis, contact 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. National Mental Health Hotline- 866-903-3787.

    36 min

  2. 3D AGO

    Protecting Your Peace: Guarding Your Mind, Energy, and Boundaries

    Peace is not something that happens by accident — it’s something you build and protect. In Episode 32 of Breaking Mental Health with Darrell, we explore how boundaries, emotional discipline, and intentional choices help protect mental stability. From relationships and conflict to fatherhood and leadership, this episode focuses on guarding your energy and maintaining the calm you’ve worked hard to create. Protecting your peace is a form of self-respect. Disclaimer: 00:00 The Message: 00:38 Introduction/The Rant: 02:13 Protecting Your Peace: 08:14 What’s Next: 32:38 protect your peace mental health boundaries self control emotional intelligence personal growth fatherhood leadership stress management mental health podcast If you want to share your story, email me at breakingmentalh@gmail.com Breaking Mental Health is currently accepting aligned sponsors and brand partnerships focused on mental health, wellness, leadership, and personal growth. For sponsorship inquiries: breakingmentalh@gmail.com If you or someone you know who is being abused, there is help. Please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233 or text BEGIN to 88788 If you or someone you know who is suicidal or attempted suicide, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. You can also text 988 If you or someone you know who is struggling with mental illness, there is help. Please contact the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Hotline at 1-800-950-6264 or text NAMI to 741-741 There is also a Crisis Support Services National helpline, call 800-662-HELP (800-662-4357) If you know a teen that is suffering also, call 800-852-8336 Other than that, if there is a serious crisis, contact 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. National Mental Health Hotline- 866-903-3787.

    36 min

  3. 4D AGO

    Discipline Over Emotion: The Power of Self-Control

    Emotions are powerful, but discipline is what gives them direction. In Episode 31 of Breaking Mental Health with Darrell, we explore the importance of choosing discipline over emotional reactions. From conflict and leadership to fatherhood and personal growth, this episode looks at how self-control shapes better decisions and stronger relationships. True strength comes from mastering your response. Disclaimer: 00:00 The Message: 00:38 Introduction/The Rant: 02:14 Discipline Over Emotion: 19:42 What’s Next: 48:19 discipline self control emotional intelligence fatherhood leadership mental strength personal growth conflict management mental health podcast If you want to share your story, email me at breakingmentalh@gmail.com Breaking Mental Health is currently accepting aligned sponsors and brand partnerships focused on mental health, wellness, leadership, and personal growth. For sponsorship inquiries: breakingmentalh@gmail.com If you or someone you know who is being abused, there is help. Please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233 or text BEGIN to 88788 If you or someone you know who is suicidal or attempted suicide, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. You can also text 988 If you or someone you know who is struggling with mental illness, there is help. Please contact the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Hotline at 1-800-950-6264 or text NAMI to 741-741 There is also a Crisis Support Services National helpline, call 800-662-HELP (800-662-4357) If you know a teen that is suffering also, call 800-852-8336 Other than that, if there is a serious crisis, contact 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. National Mental Health Hotline- 866-903-3787.

    52 min

  4. 5D AGO

    The Environment Fathers Create: The Atmosphere Children Grow Inside

    Children don’t just grow up in a house — they grow inside the emotional environment their parents create. In Episode 30 of Breaking Mental Health with Darrell, we explore how fathers influence the tone, stability, and culture of the home. From discipline and emotional regulation to leadership and communication, this episode looks at the environment children grow inside and how it shapes their confidence, security, and future. Leadership at home creates legacy. Disclaimer: 00:00 The Message: 00:38 Introduction/The Rant: 02:13 The Environment Fathers Create: 11:15 What’s Next: 38:11 fatherhood parenting family leadership emotional environment mental health discipline stability parent influence leadership podcast If you want to share your story, email me at breakingmentalh@gmail.com Breaking Mental Health is currently accepting aligned sponsors and brand partnerships focused on mental health, wellness, leadership, and personal growth. For sponsorship inquiries: breakingmentalh@gmail.com If you or someone you know who is being abused, there is help. Please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233 or text BEGIN to 88788 If you or someone you know who is suicidal or attempted suicide, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. You can also text 988 If you or someone you know who is struggling with mental illness, there is help. Please contact the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Hotline at 1-800-950-6264 or text NAMI to 741-741 There is also a Crisis Support Services National helpline, call 800-662-HELP (800-662-4357) If you know a teen that is suffering also, call 800-852-8336 Other than that, if there is a serious crisis, contact 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. National Mental Health Hotline- 866-903-3787.

    42 min

  5. 6D AGO

    What Children Learn From Quiet Strength: The Power of a Calm Father

    Strength doesn’t have to be loud to be powerful. In Episode 29 of Breaking Mental Health with Darrell, we explore the impact of quiet strength in fatherhood. Children often learn more from calm example than from lectures or discipline alone. This episode looks at how emotional control, patience, and steady leadership shape a child’s sense of security, respect, and resilience. Quiet strength isn’t passive — it’s purposeful leadership at home. Disclaimer: 00:00 The Message: 00:38 Introduction/The Rant: 02:13 What Children Learn From Quiet Strength: 10:37 What’s Next: 34:00 fatherhood quiet strength parenting emotional regulation leadership family influence mental health resilience strong fathers podcast If you want to share your story, email me at breakingmentalh@gmail.com Breaking Mental Health is currently accepting aligned sponsors and brand partnerships focused on mental health, wellness, leadership, and personal growth. For sponsorship inquiries: breakingmentalh@gmail.com If you or someone you know who is being abused, there is help. Please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233 or text BEGIN to 88788 If you or someone you know who is suicidal or attempted suicide, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. You can also text 988 If you or someone you know who is struggling with mental illness, there is help. Please contact the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Hotline at 1-800-950-6264 or text NAMI to 741-741 There is also a Crisis Support Services National helpline, call 800-662-HELP (800-662-4357) If you know a teen that is suffering also, call 800-852-8336 Other than that, if there is a serious crisis, contact 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. National Mental Health Hotline- 866-903-3787.

    37 min

  6. MAR 6

    What Strong Fathers Teach: Lessons That Shape a Child’s Life

    Fatherhood is more than presence — it’s influence. In Episode 28 of Breaking Mental Health with Darrell, we explore the lessons strong fathers pass down through example, discipline, stability, and leadership. Children learn far more from what fathers do than what they say. This episode breaks down the values and behaviors that shape a child’s foundation for life. Strong fathers don’t just raise children — they shape future leaders. Disclaimer: 00:00 The Message: 00:38 Introduction/The Rant: 02:12 What Strong Fathers Teach: 06:38 What’s Next: 27:39 fatherhood parenting strong fathers leadership discipline emotional stability mental health family leadership personal growth mental health podcast If you want to share your story, email me at breakingmentalh@gmail.com Breaking Mental Health is currently accepting aligned sponsors and brand partnerships focused on mental health, wellness, leadership, and personal growth. For sponsorship inquiries: breakingmentalh@gmail.com If you or someone you know who is being abused, there is help. Please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233 or text BEGIN to 88788 If you or someone you know who is suicidal or attempted suicide, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. You can also text 988 If you or someone you know who is struggling with mental illness, there is help. Please contact the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Hotline at 1-800-950-6264 or text NAMI to 741-741 There is also a Crisis Support Services National helpline, call 800-662-HELP (800-662-4357) If you know a teen that is suffering also, call 800-852-8336 Other than that, if there is a serious crisis, contact 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. National Mental Health Hotline- 866-903-3787.

    31 min

  7. MAR 5

    From Marine to Pastor: Jeremy Stalnecker on Fatherhood, Faith & Life After Service

    In this guest episode of Breaking Mental Health with Darrell, I sit down with Jeremy Stalnecker to talk about leadership, fatherhood, and finding purpose after military service. Jeremy shares insights from his time in the Marine Corps, the transition to civilian life, becoming a pastor, and the lessons he’s learned as a father and leader. This conversation explores discipline, faith, resilience, and what it truly means to lead beyond the uniform. Disclaimer: 00:00 The Message: 00:38 Introduction/The Rant: 02:14 From Marine Corp to Pastor: 06:03 What’s Next: 43:58 Marine Corps veterans military transition fatherhood leadership faith mental health men’s growth resilience military leadership podcast interview If you want to share your story, email me at breakingmentalh@gmail.com Breaking Mental Health is currently accepting aligned sponsors and brand partnerships focused on mental health, wellness, leadership, and personal growth. For sponsorship inquiries: breakingmentalh@gmail.com If you or someone you know who is being abused, there is help. Please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233 or text BEGIN to 88788 If you or someone you know who is suicidal or attempted suicide, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. You can also text 988 If you or someone you know who is struggling with mental illness, there is help. Please contact the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Hotline at 1-800-950-6264 or text NAMI to 741-741 There is also a Crisis Support Services National helpline, call 800-662-HELP (800-662-4357) If you know a teen that is suffering also, call 800-852-8336 Other than that, if there is a serious crisis, contact 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. National Mental Health Hotline- 866-903-3787.

    48 min

  8. MAR 4

    When Silence Is Strategy: The Power of Not Responding

    Silence is often misunderstood as weakness — but sometimes it’s the strongest move you can make. In Episode 26 of Breaking Mental Health with Darrell, we explore the power of strategic silence. From emotional discipline and leadership to fatherhood and personal growth, this episode breaks down how choosing not to react can be a form of control, intelligence, and strength. Not every situation deserves your response. Disclaimer: 00:00 The Message: 00:38 Introduction/The Rant: 02:12 When Silence Is Strategy: 08:00 What’s Next: 32:38 silence strategy emotional intelligence mental discipline leadership personal growth conflict management fatherhood self control mental health podcast emotional regulation If you want to share your story, email me at breakingmentalh@gmail.com Breaking Mental Health is currently accepting aligned sponsors and brand partnerships focused on mental health, wellness, leadership, and personal growth. For sponsorship inquiries: breakingmentalh@gmail.com If you or someone you know who is being abused, there is help. Please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233 or text BEGIN to 88788 If you or someone you know who is suicidal or attempted suicide, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. You can also text 988 If you or someone you know who is struggling with mental illness, there is help. Please contact the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Hotline at 1-800-950-6264 or text NAMI to 741-741 There is also a Crisis Support Services National helpline, call 800-662-HELP (800-662-4357) If you know a teen that is suffering also, call 800-852-8336 Other than that, if there is a serious crisis, contact 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. National Mental Health Hotline- 866-903-3787.

    36 min
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I have a story, a journey, a vision, and a goal. My goal is to bring greater awareness to mental health. My story is about sharing the struggles I face with my own mental health. My journey is creating this podcast so that both you and I can better understand the realities of mental health. My vision is to build a genuine connection with my audience. And my goal is to explore the many aspects of the mind and how mental health affects our lives, our relationships, and our growth. Through this podcast, we learn together.

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