In this unfiltered and powerful conversation, I sit down with Teddy the Comedian, host of Mental Health Mondays, for a deeply personal dialogue about mental health in the lives of Black men. Teddy shares his story—from growing up adopted, surviving a traumatic robbery, and navigating suicidal ideation—to how he now uses comedy and conversation to support others.

We explore the misunderstood role of the ego, not as something to reject, but something to redefine. In Teddy’s case, the ego became a bridge to resilience, not resistance.

Key Takeaways

• Mental Health & Masculinity
  Why Black men often suffer in silence—and how we can change that.

• Adoption, Trauma & Survival
  A look at how early life experiences shape mental health.

• Ego as a Tool
  How embracing—not erasing—the ego can aid in emotional growth.

• Grief & Unspoken Struggles
  The cost of not talking, and the power of finally being heard.

• Using Humor for Healing
  Why comedy and storytelling are crucial for creating mental health dialogue.