Bridget Flaherty is a passionate storyteller, motivational speaker, mental health advocate, author, and entrepreneur. Bridget is committed to addressing the silence and stigma surrounding mental health. In 2016, after spending 8 weeks in inpatient treatment to address suicidal ideation, she sold most of her possessions and embarked on a 30-day whirlwind trip across the country with her son, visiting 22 states. Bridget found her voice on stage as part of her personal healing journey, becoming an award-winning Moth storyteller and has since founded a storytelling business, LORE Storytelling. Through her work with organizations and community events, she actively gives voice to the healing journey, sharing her own struggles with mental health and highlighting the stories of others. She co-hosts women's conferences and retreats with KeAnna Daniels, and her podcast, Tears, Tides, and Transformation, offers a platform for women who have triumphed over tragedy to connect with one another. Her latest book, Be the Journey: 365 Daily Reflections, provides readers with a daily dose of healing through mantras, reflections, and actions. To learn more about Bridget and her work, visit her website at www.bridget-flaherty.com.