#231 | Demonstrate Genuine Care: Check-Ins May Save Lives

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This episode starts with a simple truth: the holidays hit everyone differently. What unfolded during a long training run on the Ravenel Bridge turned a routine “how’s it going?” into something heavier—something that demanded presence, not performance. When the night later connected to a reported suicidal person, it became clear that endurance didn’t matter nearly as much as paying attention. You may not control the outcome, but one real question, asked with care, can change the direction of someone’s story.

Takeaways:

• Stop asking surface questions—ask ones that invite real answers and listen long enough to hear them.
• Leadership and trust grow when people feel seen, remembered, and safe telling the truth.
• Keep resources ready and be willing to help someone take the next step, even if it’s uncomfortable.

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