Cierra Clayson: What Nobody Tells You About Rebuilding Your Life After Tragedy

Chris Yadon: The Childhood Survival Skill That's Destroying Adult Relationships

In this episode of Mental Health Momentum, host Dr. David Morgan sits down with Chris Yadon, Managing Director of the nonprofit organization Saprea [https://saprea.org?utm_source=chatgpt.com] and author of the forthcoming book Numb: Learning How to Feel in a Disconnected World. Chris shares a personal story of growing up amid family instability, emotional pain, and uncertainty and how those experiences taught him to disconnect from his feelings in order to survive.  For years, emotional numbing helped him cope. But when he found himself unable to grieve the loss of his beloved grandfather, he realized the protective wall he had built had become a prison. Together, Chris and Dr. Morgan explore: * Why emotional numbing is often an adaptive response to childhood trauma * How emotional disconnection impacts relationships, leadership, and mental health * The hidden costs of "feeling fine" * Why loneliness and disconnection are rising despite unprecedented digital connectivity * Practical ways to reconnect with your emotions and build deeper relationships * Lessons from Chris's work helping survivors of child sexual abuse heal and recover * The surprising connection between emotional awareness and effective leadership * And much more.  Chris also shares how his career evolved from managing tech startups to leading Saprea, a global nonprofit dedicated to helping survivors heal and preventing child sexual abuse. Along the way, he discovered that his personal journey and professional mission were more connected than he ever imagined. Whether you're a leader, parent, entrepreneur, mental health advocate, or someone trying to better understand yourself, this conversation offers research-backed insights and heartfelt wisdom on what it means to truly feel again.

Cierra Clayson: What Nobody Tells You About Rebuilding Your Life After Tragedy

What happens when life falls apart, and you have to rebuild it from scratch? In this episode of Mental Health Momentum, Dr. David Morgan sits down with Cierra Clayson, Brand Manager at Minky Couture, Utah Valley BusinessQ 40 Under 40 honoree, and a mother whose journey has been shaped by profound loss, resilience, and reinvention. After spending a decade as a stay-at-home mom, Cierra unexpectedly found herself navigating divorce, re-entering the workforce, and rebuilding her identity. What followed was a remarkable career transformation that helped grow Minky Couture into a nationally recognized brand through partnerships with organizations including the NBA, Paramount Pictures, Crumbl, BYU, UVU, and more. But behind the professional success is a deeply personal story. Cierra opens up about losing her five-day-old son, Jack, and the lasting impact that grief has had on her life. She shares how she spent years trying to stay strong for everyone around her, only to discover that true healing comes from allowing yourself to sit with pain rather than avoiding it. Together, Dr. Morgan and Cierra discuss grief, divorce, motherhood, social media, comparison culture, resilience, and why some of life's hardest experiences become the foundation for our greatest growth. In This Episode * Re-entering the workforce after 10 years as a stay-at-home mom * Building a successful career after divorce * The loss of Cierra's infant son, Jack * Why grief never completely disappears * The importance of sitting with difficult emotions * Raising resilient children through life's challenges * How service can help us heal * Social media's impact on mental health * Comparison culture and women in leadership * Finding joy and purpose after devastating setbacks This conversation is candid, hopeful, and ultimately a reminder that healing doesn't mean avoiding hardship; it means learning how to move through it.

Nicole Davis: Why a Top Marketing Executive Wants Everyone Off Social Media

In this episode of Mental Health Momentum, host Dr. David Morgan sits down with Nicole Davis, founder of Inland Sea and one of Utah's most respected brand strategists, for a candid conversation about mental health, identity, work, social media, and the importance of personal agency. Nicole talks about her first experience with therapy as a young teenager struggling through high school. Rather than viewing herself as broken, she began questioning whether the environment around her was contributing to her distress. That realization sparked a lifelong curiosity about resilience, self-awareness, and finding solutions that actually work. This discussion explores the challenges many people face when they feel trapped by expectations, whether in school, the workplace, or society at large. Nicole and David discuss how empowerment, purpose, and meaningful contribution can have a profound impact on mental well-being. They also tackle one of the most pressing issues of modern life: social media. Drawing from her decades of experience in branding and communications, Nicole offers an honest perspective on both the benefits and dangers of digital platforms, including the ways algorithms shape perception, fuel division, and influence self-worth. In This Episode * Nicole's first experience with therapy at age 13 * Why high school felt "diminishing and hostile" * The surprising lesson she learned about personal agency * How empowerment impacts mental health outcomes * What workplaces can do to help employees thrive * The hidden mental health costs of social media * Why marketers have a complicated relationship with digital platforms * The role AI is playing in communication, branding, and human connection * How to stay grounded in an increasingly digital world If you've ever questioned whether the systems around you are helping you thrive—or simply teaching you how to survive—this episode will challenge you to think differently.

Tyson Allred: Why Strong Men Need Help Too

What happens when the pressure to be the provider, protector, and problem-solver becomes too heavy to carry alone? In this episode of Mental Health Momentum, licensed psychologist Dr. David Morgan sits down with entrepreneur, author, podcast host, and men's mental health advocate Tyson Allred. Known as the founder of Copper Johns Beard Company [https://copperjohns.com/]and co-host of the Dad Bods and Beards podcast [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dad-bods-and-beards/id1689964941], Tyson shares his story about battling silent struggles while trying to be the "strong one" for his family.  After his daughter experienced a mental health crisis and multiple suicide attempts, Tyson was forced to confront his own emotional pain, seek therapy, and redefine what strength truly means. Together, Dr. Morgan and Tyson discuss the realities of men's mental health, the dangers of emotional suppression, fatherhood, suicide prevention, therapy, hormone health, and the life-changing impact of vulnerability. In This Episode • Tyson's daughter's battle with suicidal ideation and recovery journey • The emotional toll of carrying family responsibilities in silence • Why so many men struggle to ask for help • The moment therapy changed Tyson's life • How shame and self-worth impact mental health • The connection between physical health, hormones, and emotional well-being • What it means to be a present father instead of a perfect father • Building stronger relationships through accountability and vulnerability • How Copper Johns became a platform for personal growth and community Tyson's story is a powerful reminder that healing is not weakness. In many cases, it is the bravest thing a person can do.

Amy Osmond Cook: The Family Trauma That Changed Her Forever

In this episode of the Silicon Slopes Mental Health Momentum podcast, host Dr. David Morgan sits down with Dr. Amy Osmond Cook for a timely conversation about resilience, leadership, anxiety, entrepreneurship, and the hidden mental health challenges affecting today’s workforce. Amy opens up about growing up in the legendary Osmond family, and how mental health, depression, and anxiety among family members shaped her understanding of resilience, vulnerability, and leadership.  She also discussed the emotional impact of AI disruption, generational shifts in work culture, the pressures facing Gen Z, and why mental health conversations can no longer be separated from business leadership.  Amy shares candid insights on balancing executive leadership with humanity, why vulnerability matters in the workplace, and how resilient cultures are built one conversation at a time. This episode explores what it really means to lead through uncertainty, especially in a world shaped by economic instability, rapid technological change, burnout, and rising anxiety levels.  Key Topics Covered * Mental health in executive leadership * Anxiety, depression, and resilience in business * AI disruption and workplace uncertainty * Building emotionally healthy workplace cultures * Supporting Gen Z employees * Women in leadership and the gender pay gap * Entrepreneurship, burnout, and emotional resilience * Family trauma and overcoming adversity * Vulnerability as a leadership strength * Why employees want purpose, not just paychecks Whether you’re a founder, executive, entrepreneur, manager, parent, or someone navigating personal mental health challenges, this conversation offers practical wisdom, empathy, and hope.