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be nice. Podcast: Conversations about Mental Health & Suicide Prevention

be nice. Podcast: Conversations about Mental Health & Suicide Prevention

By: Mental Health Foundation of West Michigan - be nice.
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A powerful series of honest conversations highlighting real stories of mental health challenges, resilience, and recovery. Each episode explores the impact of the be nice. action plan—notice, invite, challenge, and empower—while addressing suicide prevention and breaking down stigma. Through personal experiences and expert insight, we’ll also bust common myths and bring clarity to often misunderstood aspects of mental health.Mental Health Foundation of West Michigan - be nice. Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health
Episodes
  • Myth Busters: LGBTQ+ Mental Health with Brittani Decess
    Jun 24 2026

    In this episode, we are joined by Brittani Decess, a Licensed Professional Counselor who is Trauma Informed and EMDR trained. Britanni and Christy discuss multiple myths that surround mental health within the LGBTQ+ community. We discuss resources that can help individuals to be empowered!


    The be nice. Podcast is produced by WKTV Community Media.

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    25 mins
  • Beyond the Stigma: A Psychiatric Nurse's Perspective on Mental Health
    Jun 10 2026

    What does it really mean to work in psychiatric nursing? Yianna Papadeas joins the be nice. podcast to share her experiences supporting individuals through some of their most challenging moments while helping break down the stigma surrounding mental illness. From forensic psychiatry to social media advocacy, Yianna discusses the power of education, empathy, and honest conversations in creating a more supportive community.


    The be nice. Podcast is produced by WKTV Community Media.

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    25 mins
  • Noticing the Impact: Childhood Experiences & Mental Health
    May 27 2026

    In this episode of the be nice. podcast, Christy is joined by be nice. Director of Program & Expansion, Cat Lanting, for a personal conversation about growing up with parents facing mental health challenges. Cat shares openly about her experience growing up with a father living with substance use disorder and how it shaped her own mental health journey. Together, they discuss resilience, healing and the importance of breaking stigma through honest conversations.


    The be nice. Podcast is produced by WKTV Community Media.

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    24 mins
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