December is one of the hardest months of the year for millions of people.
Depression spikes by over 40%. Substance abuse emergencies rise up to 80%. Families struggle silently. Individuals battle loneliness, stress, trauma, and emotional exhaustion behind holiday expectations.

In this powerful episode of The Global Impact Podcast, host Ali Mehdaoui opens up about his personal journey — from seven resuscitations to spiritual awakening — and how those experiences shaped his passion for mental health advocacy, healing, and compassionate support.

This episode dives deep into:
✔ The REAL reason mental health declines in December
✔ The shocking rise of substance abuse during the holidays
✔ What clinical studies reveal about stress, relapse, and emotional burnout
✔ Practical steps to support yourself or a loved one
✔ Warning signs you should never ignore
✔ How therapy and early intervention save lives
✔ Why GlobalImpactWellness.com is a trusted resource for mental health & substance abuse treatment
✔ Hope, healing, and the power of vulnerability

Whether you’re struggling personally, supporting someone you love, or looking for education on mental health… this episode offers clarity, compassion, and actionable guidance.

• December mental health awareness

• Holiday depression & anxiety

• Substance abuse during the holidays

• Signs of addiction

• Seasonal Affective Disorder

• Mental health statistics and studies

• How to get emotional support

• Ali Mehdaoui mental health story

• Global Impact Wellness therapy services

• Youth & adult mental health resources

• How to talk about mental health

• Where to find substance abuse treatment

• How to manage holiday stress

• Virtual therapy & in-person therapy options

If you or someone you love is struggling with mental health, depression, anxiety, or substance abuse, visit https://GlobalImpactWellness.com for confidential support, virtual therapy, in-person care, and resources for ages 8 and up.

Your healing matters.
Your story matters.
You are not alone.

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In this deeply human and vulnerable episode of the Global Impact Podcast, host Ali Mehdaoui sits down with Sonnie Price, Program Supervisor at Global Impact Wellness Group, and Jaida Collins, who bravely opens up about the painful realities of living with mental illness.

Jaida shares her journey from silent suffering to a moment of crisis that changed everything—being asked to leave her home, staying in a hotel, and reaching a point where she felt she had nothing left to fight for. In a raw retelling, she describes the night she took multiple pills and the moment she woke up, physically and emotionally purging more than what she had taken. It was the moment she realized she couldn’t keep hiding her pain, her struggle, or the truth.

Together, Ali, Sonnie, and Jaida explore:

• The hidden battles behind mental illness

• How isolation and internal pressure can distort reality

• Why honesty—first with yourself and then with others—is a gateway to healing

• The shame, embarrassment, and fear many face when asking for help

• How personal rock-bottom moments can become the foundation for rebuilding

This episode is not about hopelessness — it’s about survival, self-realization, and the courage it takes to say “I need help.” It's about the people who show up when you think no one will, and the inner strength you discover when you’re finally honest about your struggle.

If you or someone you love is dealing with mental health challenges, this conversation offers a reminder: your story isn’t over, and you’re not alone.

In this powerful episode of the Global Impact Podcast, host Ali Mehdaoui sits down with Taylor-Omaree Smith, Executive Director of Youth Programming at Global Impact Wellness Group, to shine a light on Men’s Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Month.

Together, they explore the hidden struggles many men face, the stigma around seeking help, and the importance of early education and emotional awareness in young boys. Taylor shares how Global Impact Wellness Group’s youth programs are creating safe spaces, building resilience, and equipping the next generation with tools for emotional intelligence and mental strength.

Tune in for actionable insights, real stories, and a message of hope for families, educators, and communities ready to change the conversation around mental health.

🎧 Learn more or get involved at GlobalImpactWellness.com