Kevin Hines joined Sean Kelly on the Digital Social Hour to share the story of his survival and the mission it has driven for the rest of his life. What began as one of the darkest days of his life became, through what he describes as a chain of extraordinary circumstances, the foundation for decades of advocacy work helping others choose life.
The conversation centers on hope and healing: how Kevin Hines rebuilt his mental health in the years that followed, the practical techniques he now teaches for managing suicidal thoughts, and the work he continues to do pushing for safety measures like the Golden Gate Bridge safety net.
About Kevin Hines
Kevin Hines is a globally recognized suicide prevention advocate and author who has spent years turning his personal survival story into a platform for mental health awareness. He speaks internationally, sharing his experience alongside practical strategies for coping with suicidal thoughts and supporting others through crisis.
His advocacy has extended into policy work as well, including support for the safety net installed on the Golden Gate Bridge, and he continues to speak with students, families, and mental health professionals about resilience, recovery, and the importance of speaking up when struggling.
What Kevin Hines and Sean Kelly Talked About
- Kevin Hines's account of the remarkable chain of events that saved his life
- How he transformed his darkest moment into decades of suicide prevention advocacy
- The two-step technique he now teaches for managing suicidal thoughts
- His perspective on how bullying and societal pressure affect mental health
- Why he continues to push for safety initiatives like the Golden Gate Bridge net
- How his relationship with his mother has shaped his healing journey
- His views on what genuine mental health support should look like for students
- Why he believes speaking openly about struggle is itself a form of prevention
Why This Conversation Matters
Kevin Hines's conversation with Sean Kelly is his own story, told in his own voice, in service of hope and prevention. Anyone struggling, or supporting someone who is, can find both his message and the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline as reminders that help and survival are possible.
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About Sean Kelly & the Digital Social Hour
Sean Kelly is an entrepreneur and the host of the Digital Social Hour, one of the fastest-growing interview podcasts in the world, where he sits down with entrepreneurs, athletes, creators, and cultural voices for candid, long-form conversations. The show draws over 100 million views a month across platforms. Explore more guest features on SeanKelly.io.
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