Scars to Stars™ Podcast

Scars to Stars™ Podcast

Welcome to the Scars to Stars™ Podcast, where we share stories of resilience and hope.

Your host, Deana Brown Mitchell is the founder of the Realize Foundation whose mission is to reduce the number of humans who struggle with suicidal ideation by creating a world where having the conversation becomes commonplace.

Like many, she kept silent about her own struggles with mental health for 23 years due to shame and stigma. It wasn't until she lost a friend to suicide that Deana realized the power of sharing our stories.

In this podcast, we invite guests who have overcome adversity to share their journey and provide a safe space for vulnerability and openness. Our goal is to let other silent humans know that they are not alone and that there is always hope. Whether you are struggling with your mental health or simply feeling alone, this podcast is for you.

Come join our community and let's inspire each other to turn our Scars to Stars.

Recent Episodes

Oct. 30, 2024

Getting Authentic with Marques Ogden

Marques shares his mindset shifts through his journey from Howard University, being drafted in the NFL, starting and losing a successful company, divorce and various addictions. The authenticity of his sharing is incredible.…
Oct. 25, 2024

Thriving after Trauma

Kristin shares her story of sexual abuse as a child and how her life turned to heroin and prostitution. As a volunteer for Refuge City and other organizations, she used her experiences and trauma to help others. Kristin shar…
Oct. 16, 2024

Overcoming a Child's Suicide Attempt

Coleen and Deana have a vulnerable conversation about the suicide attempt of Coleen’s son at 10 years old and dive into the journey of how a family made it through this very hard time. He is now grown up and a thriving adult…
April 24, 2024

From Victim to Victor | Deb Weilnau

Deb shares her journey from the first phone call with Deana after being referred by a mutual friend, to 3 years later being on the board and one of the biggest advocates for Scars to Stars™. Mentioned Resources: Apply to Tel…
April 17, 2024

Helpers Need Help Too | James Boomhower

James ‘Boomer’ Boomhower has been involved since the beginning of The Realize Foundation. He has been a huge supporter as well as a trusted advisor. Deana and James catch up about what is happening with Stay Fit 4 Duty as we…
April 10, 2024

Healthy Grief | Dr. Karen Kramer

Dr. Karen Kramer chats with Deana about her new book called Healthy Grief and how she helps people in some of the hardest times of their life. Mentioned Resources: https://drkarenkramer.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Healthy-Gr…
April 3, 2024

The Mind Engineer | Tommy Walker

Deana interviews Tommy Walker who is known as The Mind Engineer. The conversation is in depth and Tommy offers a couple of case studies. Mentioned Resources: https://themindengineer.com/ About the Guest: Passionate about Ins…

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