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Barry King has lived with clinical depression for much of his adult life.

In 2016, feeling exhausted and believing that those around him would be better off without him, Barry attempted to take his own life. He was found unconscious, taken to hospital and spent three days in a coma. Doctors didn’t expect him to survive – but against all odds, he woke up with no lasting physical damage.

Barry credits his survival to his faith in God, and since that day he has made it his purpose to help others. He speaks openly about his experiences through the Jordan Elizabeth Harris Foundation and works to reduce the stigma around mental health and suicide.

This conversation is raw and difficult at times, but it’s also full of hope. Barry’s story shows what it means to find meaning again – and how powerful it can be to share it.

Here are the timestamps for our core questions:

0:00 – Dan’s opener and overview

2:13 – Intro to Barry

8:44 – Why Barry came on the show

11:01 – How was your last week?

14:50 – How has your relationship with your mental health evolved?

50:33 – Have there been any lightbulb moments for you?

1:25:59 – What’s the most important thing someone going through this can do?

More info about the series:

https://goodenoughchats.com

If you’ve been affected by anything raised in this episode, please know you’re not alone. You can speak to someone at:

• NHS: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/mental-health-services/

• CALM: https://www.thecalmzone.net/

• Samaritans: https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/

• Mind: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/guides-to-support-and-services/seeking-help-for-a-mental-health-problem/where-to-start/