Episode 7

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9th Jul 2024

Flipping the Script Dessi McEntee Part One

Elaine Lindsay hosts an inspiring episode of Suicide Zen Forgiveness featuring Dessi McEntee, a remarkable woman whose life story reflects resilience and empowerment. Dessi, a toxicologist and firefighter, shares her powerful journey through losing her parents, battling severe health issues, and overcoming depression and a suicide attempt. Her transformative encounter with a mentor, Mike, who believed in her potential, led her to embrace life and pursue a mission to empower others. Tune in to hear Dessi's candid reflections on grief, mental health, and finding strength through adversity.

 

00:00 Introduction to Dessi McEntee

00:59 Elaine Lindsay's Mission

01:42 Dessi's Early Life and Loss

03:17 Struggles and Triumphs in High School

05:02 Battling Depression and Finding Hope

07:45 Meeting Mike and New Beginnings

09:23 Living Life to the Fullest

10:11 Empowering Others Through Storytelling

13:37 Reflections on Grief and Emotions

24:25 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview

 

Bio

Dessi is a speaker, survivor, entrepreneur, toxicologist, firefighter, and more. She is her most epic self. Built from the adversities of losing a parent not once but twice, battling life-threatening illnesses, and grappling with happiness, Dessi has used her pain to power saving lives as a first responder and billion-dollar programs as a toxicologist. Today, she brings her story to others, empowering them to flip the script on adversity and turn any obstacle into an opportunity.

 Links & Socials

Website: https://www.dessimcentee.com/

Newsletter: https://www.dessimcentee.com/newsletter

Book: https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?PbRpbuMnN9PcExQE9JAUphIJepoQiZRXrXHibtaWPeV

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dessi-mcentee/

Instagram: @dessi_mcentee

 

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About the Podcast

Suicide Zen Forgiveness Stories re Suicide Loss | Ideation | Mental Health | Offering Hope |Empathy for All
Sharing Stories to Offer Hope
Adding empathy and offering hope to end the silence, stigma, and shame. ~Elaine Lindsay©2021

Come along on the transformative journey of ’Suicide Zen Forgiveness,’ where host Elaine Lindsay, a suicide loss survivor and advocate, invites listeners to break the silence about mental health struggles. Elaine wants to remove the shame felt by all who are touched by suicide loss, ideation and mental health. With over 50 years of personal experience, Elaine offers candid conversations, heartfelt stories, and practical insights aimed at ending the stigma and offering hope. Each episode explores themes of resilience, gratitude, and growth, encouraging listeners to navigate life’s challenges with bravery and compassion. Tune in for a blend of wisdom, authenticity, and unwavering support on a group journey of healing, hope, and understanding.

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