Episode 209: Changing the Perception and Narrative Surrounding Mental Health and Suicide ft. Vonnie Woodrick

In this podcast, we talk with our special guest Vonnie Woodrick who shares her passion for changing the perception and narrative surrounding mental health and suicide.

Vonnie is a compassionate and enthusiastic social change agent. Her founding of the nonprofit organization 'i understand' exemplifies her determination to change the stigma surrounding mental or brain health, illness, and loss to suicide.

She's the author of the book, 'i understand pain, love, and healing after suicide,' which is currently in 52 units of the Michigan Sheriffs' Department Victim Advocates Unit. This book is a resource for families who have lost a loved one to suicide.

In this episode, Vonnie talks about the petition to update the definition of suicide from intentionally taking one’s life to recognizing it as a terminal side effect of mental illness.

We also talk about her experience working with healthcare providers in education and mental health support and how her journey led to hope and understanding.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

05:10 - About Vonnie’s story and mission in changing the narrative on suicide and mental health 12:29 - Vonnie’s experience working with healthcare providers in education and mental health support

18:08 - The typical definition of suicide and her ‘i-understand love heals’ foundation

22:31 - About the petition to change the definition of suicide

26:05 - About Vonnie’s biggest gift in writing her story, journey, and purpose

You may or may not realize this episode is chock full of value about changing the narrative surrounding mental health and suicide. Start listening here now or go here to watch on the MissingLogic LLC YouTube channel.

Best Way To Reach Vonnie Woodrick:

Website: https://vonniewoodrick.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vonnie-woodrick-6927012/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vonniewoodrick/?hl=en

Link to the book: i understand pain, love, and healing after suicide

Sign the petition here: https://www.iunderstandloveheals.org/definitionpetition/

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