Episode 29 - Communication, Mental Health & Marriage with Kate Nesheim
In this episode, Bridget and Lauren sit down with Kate Nesheim, founder of Solid Signal Communication, who shares her personal story of navigating marriage, mental health, and loss.
Kate's husband Matt, a two-tour Iraq and Afghanistan veteran, developed psychosis years after his service, turning their communication-strong marriage upside down. Kate shares what she learned, what she wishes she'd known, and the practical tools she now teaches others.
In this episode:
How psychosis slowly dismantled communication in a marriage built on it
The biggest warning sign Kate missed — and what to watch for
Why "clear periods" between episodes are precious and how to use them
Building a family team when one person can't carry it alone
The "upstream thinking" strategy: having hard conversations before hard times hit
How to name an elephant in the room — and ask permission before doing it
"The problem is not the person" — holding someone accountable without blame
What 40% of the US military and rural communities have in common
Then we delve into a quote by Simon Sinek on why communication is the foundation of leadership
Connect with Kate:
Website: www.solidsignalcommunication.com
Email: kate@solidsignalcommunication.com
Links and Resources:
http://www.nfmha.ca/ - National Farmer Mental Health Alliance
https://www.lilaclanemedia.com/ - Lilac Lane Media
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