{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"S2 Ep. 09 | From suicide attempt to self-acceptance: Candice's mental health journey &amp; finding her purpose | Part 1","description":" \ud83d\udea8 Sensitive content warning \ud83d\udea8 &amp;nbsp;  In today\u2019s deeply personal and powerful episode of The Studio Podcast, we sit down with Candice Hayes to have an honest, compassionate conversation about suicide, mental health, and what it really looks like to rebuild your life after your darkest moments. &amp;nbsp; At just 17 years old, Candice survived a suicide attempt that nearly took her life. What followed was years of navigating depression, anxiety, and misdiagnosis. In this conversation, she shares what that journey looked like; from early mental health struggles to treatment experiences, motherhood, and ultimately redefining her life\u2019s purpose. &amp;nbsp; This episode is raw, real, and rooted in hope. It\u2019s all about removing stigma, normalizing mental health support, and reminding anyone listening that they are never alone in what they\u2019re facing. &amp;nbsp; Inside this episode, we talk about: \u2022 The emotional aftermath of surviving a suicide attempt. \u2022 Being misdiagnosed with depression and anxiety as a teen \u2022 Receiving a Bipolar II Disorder diagnosis and what that meant \u2022 Navigating mental health while raising children\u2022 What support systems look like during depressive episodes \u2022 Treatment options including medication, TMS, ketamine, and ECT \u2022 Advocating for your own mental health care \u2022 Why sharing your story can help others feel less alone \u2022 Redefining purpose after trauma and survival &amp;nbsp; Resources for you &amp;nbsp; 988 Suicide &amp;amp; Crisis Lifeline Call or Text: 988 Website: https:\/\/988lifeline.org Available 24\/7, free, and confidential. Call, text, or use chat via the website. &amp;nbsp; Crisis Text Line Text: HOME to 741741 Website: https:\/\/www.crisistextline.org Free, 24\/7 support via text with a trained crisis counselor. &amp;nbsp; National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Helpline Phone: 1-800-950-6264 Text: 62640 Website: https:\/\/www.nami.org\/help Mental health support, education, and resource navigation (not a crisis line, but helpful for ongoing support). ","author_name":"The Studio Podcast with Blanca and Sandy","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/547152","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/40170725\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/40170725"}