#127 Hope Hero: Mental Health and Suicide Prevention in our Kids with Alysia Butler

In this powerful episode of The Confident Mompreneur, host Kyrie welcomes Elysia, founder of the Hope Hero Foundation, to discuss her journey from personal loss to suicide prevention advocacy. Elysia shares the heartbreaking experiences that led her to leave her teaching career and dedicate herself to empowering youth and families. After facing her son’s suicidal thoughts and losing her sister-in-law to mental health struggles, Elysia has made it her mission to build resilience and connection before crises occur.

Kyrie and Elysia dive deep into the challenges of parenting in a disconnected, digital world, emphasizing the importance of open communication and vulnerability. Elysia offers insights on how to create a supportive environment for children, drawing from her own experiences with mindfulness, resilience, and mental health awareness. They also explore the concept of the hero’s journey, encouraging listeners to embrace adversity as a catalyst for personal growth and transformation.

Listeners will learn about the importance of authenticity in both parenting and mental health, as well as how daily habits and emotional awareness can create lasting change. Elysia also announces upcoming suicide prevention programs and her in-person and online initiatives designed to help families build confidence and connection.

Tune in to hear Elysia’s inspiring story of turning pain into purpose, and discover valuable tools to support your family’s mental well-being and navigate the journey of parenting with resilience and love.

Don't miss this heartfelt and empowering episode of The Confident Mompreneur!

Find Elysia: @risewithelysia

https://thehopehero.com/

Find Kyrie: @theconfidentmompreneur

www.theconfidentmompreneur.com