TRIGGER WARNING: This episode includes conversations about suicide, suicide loss, grief, and mental health struggles. Please listen with care and take whatever space you may need.

In this deeply personal episode of Threads of Humanity, Vanessa shares the story of her brother, Fabio; the person he was, the bond they shared, and the profound impact his loss to suicide has had on her life.

In honor of Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month, Vanessa opens up about navigating the complicated grief that comes with losing someone to suicide and how that loss has shaped her passion for mental health advocacy and suicide prevention. Rather than allowing Fabio’s death to be the end of his story, she is carrying his memory forward by speaking openly, breaking down stigma, and creating space for others to know they are not alone.

This is a conversation about a brother and a sister, love and loss, and what it means to turn unimaginable pain into purpose, awareness, and hope for others.

If you or someone you know is struggling or experiencing a mental health crisis, call or text 988 to connect with the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

In this episode of Threads of Humanity, Terrell shares the experiences that shaped him. From growing up and navigating high school, college, and the uncertainty of COVID to building his career, pursuing his doctorate, and creating DT Cares. He speaks openly about the good, the bad, and the ugly, revealing the adversity behind his accomplishments and how those experiences became the foundation for a life of purpose and service. Terrell’s story reminds us that when we take the time to look beyond the surface and truly know someone, we gain a deeper understanding of their humanity and the impact they are capable of making.

In this episode of Threads of Humanity, we sit down with the founder of Creative Healing Solutions to explore a deeply personal journey of surviving domestic abuse, navigating addiction and recovery, and ultimately rediscovering hope through poetry, visual art, and creative expression. Together, we discuss the transformative power of storytelling, the courage it takes to face ourselves, and how art can help us reconnect with who we truly are.

Whether you're on your own healing journey or simply believe in the power of the human spirit, this conversation is a reminder that healing doesn't always follow a traditional path and that sometimes the first step is finding your voice.