Scars to Stars™ Podcast

Oct 30 2024 73 ep. 25 mins

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Welcome to the Scars to Stars™ Podcast, where we share stories of resilience and hope. Your host, Deana Brown Mitchell is the founder of the Realize Foundation whose mission is to reduce the number of humans who struggle with suicidal ideation by creating a world where having the conversation becomes commonplace. Like many, she kept silent about her own struggles with mental health for 23 years due to shame and stigma. It wasn't until she lost a friend to suicide that Deana realized the power of sharing our stories. In this podcast, we invite guests who have overcome adversity to share their journey and provide a safe space for vulnerability and openness. Our goal is to let other silent humans know that they are not alone and that there is always hope. Whether you are struggling with your mental health or simply feeling alone, this podcast is for you. Come join our community and let's inspire each other to turn our Scars to Stars.

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Getting Authentic with Marques Ogden

Oct 30 2024 34 mins

Marques shares his mindset shifts through hisjourney from Howard University, being drafted in the NFL, starting and losing asuccessful company, divorce and various addictions. The authenticity of hissharing is incredible. We talk about his acronym for EGO and also hisphilosophy of ‘Authenticity creates Victory’.#getauthentic #NFL #divorce #authenticity

Thriving after Trauma

Oct 24 2024 31 mins

Kristin shares her story of sexual abuse as a childand how her life turned to heroin and prostitution. As a volunteer for Refuge City and otherorganizations, she used her experiences and trauma to help others. Kristinshares exactly what helped her heal and get back on her feet, she is a brightlight in the world!

Overcoming a Child's Suicide Attempt

Oct 16 2024 33 mins

Coleen and Deana have a vulnerable conversationabout the suicide attempt of Coleen’s son at 10 years old and dive into thejourney of how a family made it through this very hard time. He is now grown upand a thriving adult! Mentioned Resources:https://coleen-greco-joyologist.ck.page/limitingbeliefs About the Guest: Coleen is a compassionate, empatheticand boldly authentic hum

From Victim to Victor | Deb Weilnau

Apr 24 2024 24 mins

Deb shares her journey from the first phone call with Deana after being referred by a mutual friend, to 3 years later being on the board and one of the biggest advocates for Scars to Stars™.Mentioned Resources:Apply to Tell Your Story in the next Scars to Stars™ book and become an international best selling author! https://realizefoundation.org/scarstostars About the

Helpers Need Help Too | James Boomhower

Apr 17 2024 36 mins

James ‘Boomer’ Boomhower has been involved since the beginning of The Realize Foundation. He has been a huge supporter as well as a trusted advisor. Deana and James catch up about what is happening with Stay Fit 4 Duty as well as his personal journey of speaking, training and getting his Masters in Psychology!Mentioned Resources:https://www.stayfit4duty.org/ About the Gues

Healthy Grief | Dr. Karen Kramer

Apr 10 2024 28 mins

Dr. Karen Kramer chats with Deana about her new book called Healthy Grief and how she helps people in some of the hardest times of their life.Mentioned Resources:https://drkarenkramer.com/https://www.amazon.com/Healthy-Grief-Dr-Karen-Kramer/dp/1958150274 About the Guest: MINDSET AND BREAKTHROUGH COACHDr. Karen Kramer is a mindset coach, founder, and owner of the Vil

The Mind Engineer | Tommy Walker

Apr 03 2024 54 mins

Deana interviews Tommy Walker who is known as The Mind Engineer. The conversation is in depth and Tommy offers a couple of case studies.Mentioned Resources:https://themindengineer.com/About the Guest: Passionate about Inspiring and Helping you Heal and Empower yourself to Become Your Greatest Potential.Tommy had open heart surgery when he was only 3 years and a half. This left

Documentary, Police Work & Photography | Bil Gardiner

Mar 27 2024 34 mins

Bil Gardiner and Deana talk about his work with domestic violence as a police officer, the important advocacy around the documentary film, “Walking While Black, Love is the Answer”, and the incredible photography project Bil has developed around the MIKSANG method. Of course, we also talk about his love of riding his Harley!Mentioned Resources:https://trylovenow.com/https://www

TJ Has a New Job Helping People with Disabilities! | Timothy West

Mar 20 2024 41 mins

TJ joins Deana to give an update! He lost his jobs months ago, but now has a new one doing exactly what he loves, helping others with disabilities. He also continues his podcast, “My Blurred Opinion” which is the perfect name since TJ is legally blind from a young age due to Steven Johnson Syndrome.Of course, when TJ and I get together we can talk for days about mental health,

Catching Up with Amy! | Amy Charbonneau

Mar 13 2024 27 mins

Amy & Deana catch up since writing in Book #3.Mentioned Resources:https://mydigitalhomepage.com/amy-charbonneau/ About the Guest: Amy Charbonneau is an accomplished professional with a passion for holistic wellness and empowering individuals to rise from the ashes and thrive. With over 23 years of experience in the industry, Amy owns and operates Awaken Joy, LLC: Coac