What if the thoughts in your head aren't telling you the truth? What if freedom from suicidal thinking is actually possible? Jessica G's powerful journey from thirteen years of suicidal ideation to complete freedom will challenge everything you thought you knew about mental health recovery.

After losing both her father and brother to suicide within a single month, Jessica found herself spiraling into a darkness she had battled since age 13. Despite trying medications, therapy, and even inpatient treatment, nothing seemed to break the cycle of suicidal ideation—until friends introduced her to the concept of neuroplasticity and brain rewiring.

This raw, vulnerable conversation with guest Jennifer Joy explores how our thoughts create our feelings, which drive our choices, creating a loop that can either destroy or heal us. Jessica shares the specific techniques that helped her consciously create new thought patterns, even when her body was still in "survival mode." She explains how it took about 90 days of consistent practice before her brain began to rewire itself, ultimately freeing her from suicidal ideation completely.

What makes this episode particularly powerful is Jessica's honesty about the invisible nature of mental health struggles. As Jen points out, when they first met at a piano bar, Jessica appeared vibrant and charismatic—no one would have guessed she was carrying such profound pain. This reality underscores why kindness matters; you never know who might be holding on by a thread.

The conversation culminates in Jessica's vision for Just In Time to Save a Life, a nonprofit dedicated to making neuroplasticity-based suicide prevention accessible to everyone. If you're struggling right now or know someone who is, this episode offers more than just hope—it provides a roadmap for lasting transformation. Remember: your brain can change, so can your story.

If you are in an crisis or feel unsafe, call or text 988 or dial 911 for immediate support. There are people out there who will listen and can help.

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