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7,000 Miles for Suicide Awareness: Thomas Brown’s Journey of Grief and Growth
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Author Thomas Brown joins Travis White to share the story behind his 7,000-mile bike ride across the U.S. to raise suicide awareness after losing his brother. This powerful conversation covers grief, healing, masculinity, mental health, and how art and adventure became a path toward purpose.
In this episode of Overcome: A Mental Health Podcast, host Travis White speaks with Thomas Brown, author of 2012: A Bicycle Odyssey. Thomas recounts the deeply personal journey that began with the loss of his brother to suicide and eventually led to a cross-country cycling odyssey for suicide prevention, undertaken alongside friend Zachary Chips—who had also lost his brother. Together, they honored their siblings, explored healing through movement and storytelling, and sparked conversations across America about grief and mental health.
The episode explores:
- The emotional toll of suicide loss
- The importance of therapy and self-awareness
- Signs someone may be in distress
- The impact of patriarchy on men's mental health
- How to support someone struggling with suicidal thoughts
- Creating safe spaces in the workplace and community
Whether you're navigating grief, supporting a loved one, or seeking your own path to healing, this episode is a must-listen.
Together, we can break the silence and end the stigma surrounding mental health.
📚 Get Thomas’s Book:
2012: A Bicycle Odyssey — Buy it here
🎙️ Listen to Thomas's Podcast:
Inner Monologue — Available via RisePhoenix.org
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Chapters
1. Journey of Healing Through Art and Cycling (00:00:00)
2. Navigating Grief and Trauma (00:03:09)
3. Understanding Masculinity and Mental Health (00:06:03)
4. Recognizing Signs of Distress (00:08:58)
5. The Importance of Awareness and Self-Discovery (00:12:06)
6. Understanding Human Compulsions and Trauma (00:28:49)
7. Therapeutic Journeys and Self-Discovery (00:30:45)
8. The Power of Breath and Body Awareness (00:36:31)
9. Synchronicity and Meaningful Connections (00:38:22)
10. Creating Safe Spaces for Mental Health Conversations (00:43:28)
11. The Lifelong Journey of Self-Discovery and Support (00:48:08)
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