In this powerful episode, I sit down with Hunter Rasmussen—known online as the 1-Legged Hunter—for a raw and inspiring conversation about resilience, identity, and faith. After surviving a life-altering hunting accident that resulted in the loss of his leg, Hunter chose not to be defined by tragedy. Instead, he stepped into a greater purpose—sharing his story to encourage others to keep going, no matter what they face.

Hunter opens up about the physical and emotional battles of recovery, how the experience shaped his mental health journey, and the deep spiritual strength he found through it all. If you’ve ever wondered what it means to choose faith over fear—even when the road gets hard—this episode will move you, challenge you, and remind you of what’s possible when you refuse to give up.

Hunters Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1_legged_hunter/?hl=en

In this episode of the StayMENtallyStrong Podcast, we’re joined by a man whose story and mission are saving lives—one hug, one word, and one conversation at a time. Joe Tuia’ana is the founder of The I Love You, Bro Project, a powerful peer support and suicide prevention program born from a single moment on a freeway overpass that changed everything.

Joe opens up about the emotional encounter that launched a movement, and how those four words—“I love you, bro”—have become a lifeline for thousands of men battling silence, shame, and isolation. We dive into the root of male loneliness, the stigma that keeps men from reaching out, and how Joe’s community-based approach is giving men permission to be seen, heard, and supported.

If you’ve ever loved a man who seemed “fine” but wasn’t, if you’re a man who’s been holding it all in, or if you believe in the power of vulnerability to heal—this episode will move you deeply. Joe’s story is a reminder that connection saves lives, and that sometimes, all it takes to change the world is the courage to say: I love you, bro.

Learn more, get involved, or donate at iloveyoubroproject.org

https://www.iloveyoubroproject.org

I love you bro instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iloveyoubroproject/

If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out. You’re not alone.

On this episode of the StayMENtallyStrong Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Jaren Argyle—a practicing dentist, certified life coach, and powerful voice for men’s mental health in the dental and healthcare world.

Dr. Argyle is the founder of The Elevated Dentist, a coaching program designed not only to help dentists grow successful practices—but to help them stay mentally well while doing it. As Chair of the Utah Dental Association’s Health & Wellness Committee, he’s made it his mission to break the silence around mental health—especially for men in high-pressure, high-performance professions.

In this conversation, we dive deep into the hidden emotional toll of dentistry and healthcare, and how unrealistic expectations, isolation, and unspoken pain are silently impacting thousands of men in the field. We talk about the warning signs, the daily stressors, the cultural stigma—and what it takes to protect your mental health before it’s too late.

As someone who lost my husband, a talented orthodontist, to suicide in 2024, this topic is personal. But it’s not just my story. It’s happening every day, behind closed doors, in lives that appear “successful” from the outside.

This episode is for every man who feels like he can’t break. For every professional suffering in silence. And for the families, friends, and coworkers who want to help but don’t always know how.

Let’s open the conversation. Let’s change the culture.
Let’s Stay Mentally Strong—Together.

Links

Consultation link: http://www.theelevateddentist.com/schedule-your-consultation

The Elevated Dentist Website: http://www.theelevateddentist.com/schedule-your-consultation