The Mental Health 4 Success Storytelling Podcast

Mary Ofori-Attah's Story of Recalibrating When Working with a Difficult Deck of Cards

darlene@fruitsfromtheroots.com (Editor Ryan Clarke) — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 16:00:27 +0000

In this powerful episode of Mental Health 4 Success, we sit down with Mary Ofori-Attah, founder of Mary Young, for an honest and inspiring conversation about resilience, grief, and reinvention.

Mary shares what it means to “work with the cards you’re dealt” — especially when those cards include profound loss and unexpected change. She opens up about losing her father at a young age and how that early experience of grief shaped her strength, perspective, and determination. Rather than allowing hardship to define her limits, Mary reflects on how she learned to carry loss while still moving forward with purpose.

The conversation also explores the realities of entrepreneurship — including the emotional toll of having to revamp a business. Mary speaks candidly about navigating uncertainty, letting go of what once was, and rebuilding with clarity and courage. Her story highlights a truth many entrepreneurs quietly carry: resilience is not about avoiding setbacks, but about adapting, recalibrating, and continuing to show up.

This episode is a meaningful reminder that grief and growth can coexist. Through vulnerability and perseverance, Mary demonstrates how challenges — whether personal or professional — can become catalysts for resilience and renewed vision.

Tune in for a heartfelt conversation about loss, leadership, and the strength it takes to keep going when life reshuffles the deck.

This podcast is for educational purposes only. It is not intended for assessment, diagnostic and/or treatment purposes. If you are in need of Mental Health Care please seek out support from a Licensed Provider.

Take care of your Mental Health...it's a Success Strategy!

Mary-Jane Owen's Story Towards Navigating a New Path With Grit and Courage

darlene@fruitsfromtheroots.com (Editor Ryan Clarke) — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 17:40:02 +0000

In this powerful episode of the Mental Health 4 Success Podcast, we sit down with Mary-Jane, Founder & CEO of Asset Digital Communications, to talk about the grit behind the glam of entrepreneurship.

Mary-Jane opens up about her personal journey—navigating recovery after a serious injury, saying yes to opportunities (even the unpaid ones), and the mental resilience it takes to keep moving forward when the path isn’t clear.

Whether you’re building a business, bouncing back from burnout, or questioning if the hard work is worth it—this episode will remind you that every small step counts, and that opportunity often looks like challenge in disguise.

Take care of your Mental Health...it's a Success Strategy!

Exploring Your Financial Wellness Story with: Shalyn Isaacs

darlene@fruitsfromtheroots.com (Editor Ryan Clarke) — Thu, 8 Jan 2026 18:37:01 +0000

Shalyn explores how our beliefs about money are often rooted in lived experiences, including trauma, stress, and scarcity. She discusses how financial behaviours can be shaped by nervous system responses, survival strategies, and early messages about safety and worth. Through a trauma-informed lens, the episode highlights how financial challenges are not simply about discipline or knowledge, but about healing and awareness.

The conversation also touches on neuroplasticity, emphasizing that our money habits and thought patterns are not fixed. Shalyn explains how the brain’s capacity to change allows us to build new financial narratives, regulate emotional responses, and create healthier, more empowered relationships with our finances over time.

Throughout the episode, listeners are invited into moments of reflection, with practical questions and insights designed to support greater self-awareness. These reflection points encourage listeners to examine their money stories, identify emotional triggers, and consider how intention, compassion, and small shifts can lead to sustainable financial and mental wellness.

This New Year-focused episode offers a grounded and compassionate perspective on money — one that centers healing, growth, and long-term well-being rather than guilt or perfection. It’s a meaningful listen for anyone looking to approach their finances with clarity, confidence, and care in the year ahead.

Take care of your Mental Health...it's a Success Strategy!

Self Care Through the Holidays: A Therapist-Led Approach to Rest, Boundaries & Emotional Regulation

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 03:12:47 +0000

The holiday season often brings a mix of joy, pressure, and emotional intensity. In this special episode, we're sharing a powerful replay of our therapist-led webinar, "Self Care Through the Holidays," facilitated by Kiru Balachand and Shirley Zhou of Fruits from the Roots.

Together, Kiru and Shirley explore how to move through the season with more intention and less overwhelm. Whether you're navigating family dynamics, social expectations, or the quiet heaviness that can show up during this time of year, this episode offers a supportive space to:

✨ Slow down and check in with yourself
✨ Learn practical emotional regulation strategies
✨ Set compassionate boundaries
✨ Protect your energy and find rest

This conversation is designed to feel like a soft landing—a space to reflect, reset, and reconnect with what you truly need.

🧡 For access to upcoming workshops, resources, or to connect with the facilitators, check out:

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About Kiru Balachand

About Shirley Zhou

Let this be your invitation to pause—and care for yourself, fully.

Take care of your Mental Health...it's a Success Strategy!

The Story in the Power of Perserverance and Redefining Your Success with Olivia Glauberzon

darlene@fruitsfromtheroots.com (Editor Ryan Clarke) — Thu, 13 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000

In this inspiring episode, Dr. Blaize sits down with Olivia Glauberzon, a dynamic entrepreneur and founder who shares her journey of redefining success on her own terms. Olivia opens up about the challenges she faced early on, including persevering through rejection—particularly after being told "no" when trying to wholesale her products. She dives into the power of believing in your brand, the value of niching down, and how staying true to your vision can lead to long-term growth.

Olivia also shares practical, actionable strategies for scaling a clothing business—whether you're just starting out or ready to take things to the next level. From mindset shifts to strategic decision-making, this episode is packed with insights every creative entrepreneur needs to hear.

Take care of your Mental Health...it's a Success Strategy!

The Story of Entrepreneurship and Burn-Out with Therapist Brenna Robbins

darlene@fruitsfromtheroots.com (Editor Ryan Clarke) — Thu, 23 Oct 2025 20:53:23 +0000

Episode 3 – Preventing Burnout Before It Begins: A Conversation with Clinician Brenna R.

What if we stopped glorifying the comeback—and started normalizing care before the crash?

Brenna draws from her clinical experience and deep understanding of workplace wellness, She shares insight into how high-performing individuals and teams can protect their mental health through proactive, strengths-based strategies.

Whether you’re a leader, clinician, entrepreneur, or someone simply trying to stay afloat—this episode will resonate deeply. Expect practical takeaways, real talk, and a compassionate reminder: taking care of yourself isn’t a luxury—it’s a leadership skill.

Listen in and learn:

The difference between surviving and sustaining

Why recovery from burnout is harder than we think

Practical ways to embed mental wellness into daily life and work

How our organization is reframing success through care-first culture

🔗 Available now on all major platforms.
Let this be your reminder: you don’t have to wait until you’re running on empty to ask for support.

Take care of your Mental Health...it's a Success Strategy!

Dan Dwir's Story: A Fashion Designer's Journey

darlene@fruitsfromtheroots.com (Dan Dwir, Editor Ryan Clarke) — Tue, 7 Oct 2025 14:54:12 +0000

HOUSE OF DWIR is a genderless fashion brand that celebrates individualism, inclusivity, and creativity with an avant-garde spirit. It reflects my belief that we are all equal and deserve to be loved and respected. My role as a fashion designer is to give people a way to express themselves through fashion, unapologetically.

Take care of your Mental Health...it's a Success Strategy!

Part II: Nathan Hall's Story: Building a Social Enterprise in the Middle of the Unknown'

darlene@fruitsfromtheroots.com (Editor Ryan Clarke, Nathan Hall) — Tue, 30 Sep 2025 11:36:39 +0000

Today Dr. Darlene Cyrus-Blaize has a candid conversation with Founder and CEO of Culture Check. -Mr. Nathan Hall.

Nathan notes that: Winning cultures don’t happen by accident. Book Nathan Hall for a keynote that transforms connection into your biggest advantage. Learn more at nathanhall.co

Take care of your Mental Health...it's a Success Strategy!

Nathan Hall's Story: Building a Social Enterprise in the Middle of the Unknown

darlene@fruitsfromtheroots.com (Nathan Hall, Editor Ryan Clarke) — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 15:49:25 +0000

Today Dr. Darlene Cyrus-Blaize has a candid conversation with Founder and CEO of Culture Check. -Mr. Nathan Hall.

Nathan notes that: Winning cultures don’t happen by accident. Book Nathan Hall for a keynote that transforms connection into your biggest advantage. Learn more at nathanhall.co

Take care of your Mental Health...it's a Success Strategy!

Trailer: The Mental Health 4 Success Storytelling Podcast

darlene@fruitsfromtheroots.com (Editor Ryan Clarke) — Sat, 20 Sep 2025 22:06:36 +0000

Welcome to The Mental Health 4 Success Storytelling Podcast! In this short trailer, host Dr. Darlene Cyrus-Blaize, an educator, psychotherapist, and business advisor to top leaders, shares the vision behind the show and what's to come for this season. This podcast explores the powerful connection between mental health and success. Through candid conversations with entrepreneurs, executives, and creatives, you’ll hear the untold stories of resilience, burnout, imposter syndrome, and the turning points that shape high-performance leadership. Because success isn’t just about the hustle—it’s about healing too. Subscribe now and join us for inspiring, real, and transformative stories that will change the way you think about success. This podcast is for educational purposes only. It is not intended for assessment, diagnostic and/or treatment purposes. If you are in need of Mental Health Care please seek out support from a Licensed Provider. Take care of your Mental Health...it's a Success Strategy!