In this episode of Podcasts and Portraits Undercover, Ariane Jaschke welcomes local city councillor, health care worker, and friend, Tracy Elke, who shares her impactful and emotional journey of healing and rediscovery through spirituality. Facing a major breakup, an empty nest, the loss of her pet, and major financial difficulties alone, Tracy found herself in a dark place with suicidal thoughts. However, through reconnecting with her faith, intuition, and inner voice, she found a way to regain her strength and sense of purpose. Tracy discusses the powerful roles of daily journaling, gratitude, seeking support from friends, and engaging in physical fitness in her recovery. She also shares how her travel experiences, including spiritual hikes and the practice of setting intentions, contributed to her healing. The episode emphasizes the importance of recognizing and acting upon one's emotions, trusting the process, and the impact of simple, consistent self-care actions on mental health.

For mental health support in BC, call or text 988 (National Suicide Crisis Helpline) or 310-6789 (BC Mental Health Support Line) anytime; also contact 811 for HealthLink BC or the 1-800-588-8717 KUU-US Indigenous Line for culturally specific support.

For Immediate Danger: Call 911 if you believe someone's life is in immediate danger.

For additional mental health resources please visit:

https://bc.cmha.ca/mental-health/find-help/

https://www.crisiscentre.bc.ca/get-support/crisis-lines/

https://www.options.bc.ca/program/fraser-health-crisis-line

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