If it weren’t for you, I know I would have seriously hurt myself and gotten to a very dark place mentally. You have given me a grounding space and the guidance/lessons I didn’t have growing up. I appreciate your podcast and you showing up for us. I thank you for showing me ways of coping and different perspectives to look at something, it has changed myself for the better.

Thank you Create Motivate Collaborate Your words aren't wasted. GOLD.

Thank you Leo. I think anybody thinking about harming themself can start here, find a topic that speaks to them, and then reach out for aid. Thank you for your stories, support, soft narration, and a clean podcast free of distraction.

Your calm, steady voice combined with your wisdom and empathy have been a source of hope and strength for me. Keep doing the good work! Thank you!!!

This has become a tool I use to calm myself. I appreciate the practical advice like the journaling, exercise, reading, and meditation.

Accidentally stumbled across his podcast being a survivor and someone who struggles with depression knowing that there’s a community that is more than willing to listen and help. Thank you.

So I’m giving it five stars because it’s keeping me from ending it right now in this moment. Even though I have not listened to a single episode. I think the cause is noble because I do believe most suicides are mistakes. But not all, there are exceptions. I’d rather not get into my story, but in my 40+ years, I’ve suffered always.

I discovered this podcast soon after a close friend took her own life. I know it’s unlikely her suicide could have been prevented, and there’s so much here that might have helped her feel less alone and that’s helpful to all of us who experience severe depression or bipolar. I love the way the episodes are presented: we’re all in this together. Thank you for your honesty, compassion and dedication to producing important content, and thanks to all your wonderful guests.

JFC-you’re talking about blood pressure and beard trims-your actual voice makes me want to kill myself more. You Are Awful

I typically don’t bother with reviews, but this seemed worthy. I tried. I listened to a few episodes. I couldn’t make it through a full one. Repeatedly. Just another random person throwing trigger words in his title and saying nothing. Less than nothing. Preaching a side quest. Bait & switch with zero relevance. Not a fan. If it helps you, then that’s a positive. Seems likes a target agenda with a hard right turn to me. Good luck to ya.

Podcast title is a little off-putting by I think that’s by-design. The secrecy and shame of suicide ideation is a real part of the problem of isolation. Someone else knowing that I’m listening to this podcast opens doors to conversations that can help me and them.

Hey, thank you for this podcast. You’re wrong about not posting the suicidal hotline number (Episode 1). You never know when someone is going to click on those numbers and end up talking to someone instead of killing themself. Most of the times is just a matter of seconds to change your mind or go the other way. Dial 988 Call or text 24/7.

Yes, society does not speak on this topic. I love the idea of how to cope and communicate on such complex issues.

Leo speaks from the heart and is uplifting for anyone to listen to!

This podcast is like having a chat with a good friend who really gets what you're going through. “Before You Kill Yourself” is refreshingly real and unpretentious. They don't throw around big words or psych lingo – it's just straight-up conversations about mental health.

Leo combines his humor, education and experience to approach what most people don’t. It’s an authentic message of hope and it helped save my life and give me the purpose I needed to break free of the suicidal idealizations that kept me stuck in place.

As a stand-up comedian with a psychology education, Leo Flowers has deep, captivating, and insightful conversations with his guests! He’ll get you to laugh, learn, and develop skills that can help in a variety of ways!! Thanks for the great content Leo!! I was also an early guest back on April 29th, 2019. Don’t judge him for that 😅

Great podcast. Love your tips, authenticity, and willingness to share your gifts! Keep them coming.

Thank you for putting out such meaningful info. Leo’s range of topics highlights how we can understand and shift our mental health one act, one day, one step at a time. Keep it up Leo!

Leo is an authentic and compassionate podcaster who brings comfort to his listeners. His topics and guests are relevant and his reassuring voice has helped me through some dark times. Before you kill yourself listen to this podcast and know that Leo can empathize with your pain. There is hope!

I lost my mom last year and some days the grief, sadness /suicidal are so bad. I keep this podcast in my feed for those days when I’m at the edge and need to pull myself back in. Today I came across “what makes life worth living” and before I even turned it on I knew it was exactly what I needed to hear. Thanks for doing this podcast for those out there struggling. It means more when it’s coming from someone who admits that he also struggles.

This is so great and really helpful. Dude has the nicest voice ever!

I appreciate you making this podcast 😀

Listened to episode 441 and loved how the host explained his emotions. I have always felt similar but felt isolated because when I spoke to people about it they just often advised "who cares what people do or think", which doesn't always help out. Really enjoyed this episode, I'm a silent supporter but this episode brought me to give the pod 5 stars. 🤍

I learned about Leo’s podcast after attending his comedy show in San Diego. I took one listen and was hooked! I appreciate that he brings light to the subject of mental health as I struggle with my mental health and it can be a taboo topic of discussion. Leo is well spoken and makes you feel understood and it’s a bonus that he’s funny too! Thank you for creating a safe space for us listeners!

I first saw Leo at a comedy show and found him hilarious. When I found out he did a podcast on mental health, this piqued my interest completely as I struggle with mental health. So I listened to the most recent episode and it hooked my in with the “exit signs.” It got me thinking, “What are my exit signs? Do I even have any? Do I need to look for what they are?” So after that, I went back to the beginning, and listening to the first episode. Then the next. And so on and so on. Each episode I’ve listened to so far has been insightful, food for thought, as well as something you never would have never thought you would hear about mental health. Each guest has brought something great to the table, think of it as a potluck and each person brought their own dish, because they definitely brought a dish to serve.

Just wanted to say thank you and that I appreciate all that you do. I discovered you a few months ago. You were there at one of the roughest points in my life when I was unemployed and trying to finish graduate school while living off of the last of my savings. Life still isn’t smooth, but you remind me that my battles are not in vain and that I don’t have to accept my life as is. It was more important than I realized for me to hear another Black man going through similar struggles. I feel like you’re an old friend of mine who I catch up with when we meet in a city somewhere. I will continue to listen to the podcast to learn from you. Thank you.

I personally listen to his podcasts on Spotify but whether you listen on here or Spotify I just wanna say his podcasts are just so refreshing he really makes you feel like have someone there that really KNOWS that what you’re going through is temporary and I love how he just makes you think and he really digs in it just feels so comforting listening to him when I am stressed out because i have a hard time speaking to “real” people so when I listen to him even just talking about his experiences it makes me feel safe if that makes sense. Leo is someone I have absolute respect for, please listen to his podcasts if you have a chance. (:

I’ve been a listener for awhile. I can’t remember whose podcast I heard you on first but you suggested a book on that particular podcast for kids who had been abused by their parents. My dad was in Angola prison in Louisiana for 25+ years. The book you mentioned was written by Albert Woodfox who was in Angola as well.

Too many people are afraid to discuss the darker side of mental health. Leo brings an honest and reverent yet humorous attitude toward suicide. His guests are professional and knowledgeable, but most of all, interesting. I’m thankful to have found this And will recommend to others.

I feel like I said enough, right?

This podcast has to exist on media in a world of social media that avoids the subject of suicide. As a therapist, I know that sometimes suicide is averted by a google search and feeling like someone is out there that understands you. Leo is kind and understanding, his voice is soothing and message profound. Thank you!

Leo gets to the core of mental and physical health and asks smart questions about the pathology of suicide. He's intelligent, funny and LISTENS!.

Leo does a fantastic job as an interviewer. Really thoughtful.

I appreciate Mr. Leo for how he utilizes his platform to provide the listeners with so many gems. I enjoy the diversity of topics and find most, if not all, super effective and beneficial. Thank you for providing and utilizing your platform to make us all better.

Leo is an incredible host and an even more incredible person. His genuine empathy allowed me to be open and honest. His dedicated work will no doubt save lives - I can’t recommend his podcast enough. If you’ve ever struggled with your mental health, take a listen. Leo encourages all kinds of different viewpoints so you are likely to find something you connect with.

This is a really fabulous podcast, and Leo is a gifted interviewer. He’s really looking for those pearls that help offer help to people when they’re hopeless. He’s able to pick up on not just guests expertise, but their humanity, and that’s the thing that offers the lifeline to people who are on the edge — knowing we’re all human together. Thank you for your part in helping prevent suicide.

This guy is the REAL DEAL! Freaking amazing.

Leo does an incredible job of capturing the heart of the person he is interviewing. He has a gift of recognizing unique potential in others and bringing it to light. When I hear someone doing this, it helps me to see the light in myself. Truly every episode is a gift to listeners thousands of times over.

I was interviewed by Leo. I really enjoyed the opportunity to discuss mental health. I support his goal of sparking engaging conversation about mental health. I wish him the best of luck!

I was recently a guest on Leo Flowers’s podcast and being my first podcast appearance I wasn’t sure what to expect. Leo did a fantastic job steering the questions to my experience and background, allowing me the room to talk and feel at ease doing so. Great experience!

BYKY is an amazing podcast that shares the voices the voices of those who maybe unseen and unheard. He really centers the guest and ask questions that are engaging and important. I would recommnd th e show to everyone. Thank you for the work that you do.

Leo Flowers has created one of the most informative, uplifiting podcasts for our times. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and trauma therapist, I was already a fan, and then the invited me to be a guest to talk about recovering from trauma and grief. One of the most engaging conversations I've ever had, Leo is a bright light who gives people hope, humor, practical advice to help us all live better lives. Highly recommend!

I was interviewed by Leo, but it just felt like a good discussion between friends, who haven’t even met!

Insightful, thoughtful, and engaging topics!

I was interviewed by Leo and I have to say it didn’t feel like one. The conversation flowed smoothly, he listened, echoed my thoughts, and it carried on the conversation. I’m generally an anxious person, but I didn’t feel that weight during our talk. I hope his platform expands so he can reach more listeners. It’s important we spread mental health awareness.

The Before You Kill Yourself podcast is amazing. The discussions are all very intriguing and necessary. There is so much diversity in the guests. The host, Leo Flowers asks great questions and keeps the conversations flowing. I love the ending prompt at the end of each episode. The responses are all so interesting. Highly recommended and very necessary podcast!!

Leo is an incredible interviewer. He asks great questions, tackles sensitive topics with care, finesse, and sophistication. His guests are varied and bring fascinating and humorous perspectives on topics that aren't addressed nearly enough!

This podcast addresses exactly what we should be talking about. I’m so glad to have come across such authentic conversations about the human condition.

It's rare to find a podcast that has substantial discussions that are genuine, vulnerable, but also very human and even humorous. I thoroughly enjoy this podcast-- inspiring.