Above Ground

John Joseph is the definition of never giving up. John grew up in some of the most abusive environments a human can withstand. John nearly lost his human form…

Massapequa, Long Island, ensures its high school students know that mindfulness is essential. High School English teacher Lisa Davi proves in all she does that…

It’s May, according to the calendar. That means we have reached Mental Health Awareness Month once again. This week the guys are talking, Recovery-oriented…

When the coyotes are scratching at the door, and you’re gripping onto whatever steadiness you can find. What’s your reaction? Response? Healthy? Unhealthy?…

This week we talk about depression, acceptance, and filling the holes in our lives. What's up, everyone? It's time for episode one hundred ninety-nine of Above…

Thinking does interact with feeling and behavior. Dr. Michelle Marks believes it’s the emotion we encounter before the thought. Dr. Marks also feels…

Most would agree that how we show up in the world can be shaped by our environment, emotions and our feelings of connection. If we showed up as a dimmed, dull…

For those of us who lack self-love, life can be arduous. Like carrying around a hundred-pound weight. A weight hard to shed no matter how hard you run. Lou…

Scars can hold us back and keep us stuck. Scars can also act as a catalyst for change and a reminder that we are stronger because we have overcome something.…

In ancient times, Sages were revolutionaries, teachers, and healers whose wisdom was sought by those seeking universal truths on how to live well in the world.…

Gerrad R. Bohl says that he lives with suicidal ideation . Gerrad expresses that his ideation is a visitor, that makes a stop under extreme stress and huge…

Our first repeat guest is back with a new ring and a new book, and she is here to help us elevate peer support. Valery Brosseau is back and the first time she…