Violet Detre is a Happiness Advocate, speaker, best-selling coauthor of ‘Ready, Set, Go!’ with Brian Tracy and host of The SuccessPath Show on YouTubeViolet became a Christian at eight years old, but was stunted by health issues, unfortunate circumstances and life’s challenges. Through her journey of recovery, she learned that it was possible to not just survive the day-to-day, but to achieve personal fulfilment and thrive!Violet holds a Professional and Executive Master’s Coaching Certificate through an International Coach Federation (ICF) approved university and a bachelor’s degree in Education and Life Coaching from Liberty University where she studied Life, Health & Wellness, Financial, Marriage and Leadership coachingViolet was born and raised in Laredo, Texas. She’s been married for 25 years to her husband, a retired US Army veteran. They’ve been blessed to be able to travel throughout the United States and abroadIn this Episode, Violet shares her story of how she struggled with severe depression and multiple suicide attempts, wondering if lasting joy and peace were truly attainableAt five years old Violet was molested by a family member, resulting in a cascade of health issues as a result of being unable to talk about what happened. Mercury poisoning from fillings in her teeth also led to brain fog, which continued to deteriorate after she finished schoolAfter losing her grandfather, she spiralled downwards and completely lost hope - she was found by her husband after taking a cocktail of medication and revived in hospitalThat wasn’t the first time Violet attempted suicideViolet discusses the difficulty of her journey from being suicidal to the Happiness Advocate she is today, and how she pulled herself out of the darkness, found joy, hope and rediscovered her faith and relationship with GodIf you are struggling with finding joy, feel like you’re losing hope or are having suicidal thoughts, this episode is for youYou are enough and guidance and support is here to unchain your pain.Connect with Violet DetreWebsiteConnect with Dr Ruth AllanArrange a consultationWellbeing Warrior Academy to learn how we can support you, your family and your organisation in taking charge of, and optimising your brain and whole body health to live a healthier, happier lifeDisclaimer: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to constitute, or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.