How do we guide students and educators to navigate grief, despair, and the complexities of emotional well-being in a structured educational setting? Can conversations about death and love become foundational to building resilience in the classroom?


Today’s guest is Anne Moss Rogers, a mental health advocate, speaker, and the author of Emotionally Naked: A Teacher’s Guide to Preventing Suicide and Recognizing Students at Risk. Anne Moss’s journey into mental health advocacy began with a personal tragedy—the loss of her son to suicide. Since then, she has dedicated her life to sharing her story and empowering schools and communities to address mental health with empathy and action.


In this episode, we explore Anne Moss's deeply personal and impactful work in mental health advocacy. She shares her family's journey through her son’s struggles with depression, addiction, and ultimately suicide. Anne discusses the pivotal role of connection and belonging in suicide prevention and emphasizes the importance of empathy and active listening in helping those in despair.

We also delve into how schools can create safe spaces for students to express themselves, recognize red flags, and foster emotional resilience. Anne’s insights on cultivating gratitude, self-awareness, and community support highlight practical strategies that educators and parents can implement to build stronger, emotionally connected classrooms. This conversation is a heartfelt reminder of the urgency to prioritize mental health in education and how love, listening, and vulnerability can save lives.