In today's episode of Sheila's Take, Sheila Dunbar welcomes Dave Mowry, a resilient individual who has turned his battles with bipolar disorder and severe anxiety into a powerful journey of healing through comedy. Once a successful businessman, Dave faced tremendous losses, including his home and financial security, due to his undiagnosed mental illness. Through the transformative power of humor, Dave rebuilt his life and now teaches standup comedy to others with mental illness, helping to dismantle stigma and promote recovery. Tune in to hear how humor and cognitive behavioral techniques can pave the way to mental health and find out how Dave's work continues to save lives and inspire countless others.<br /><br />00:00 Introduction to Sheila's Take<br />00:28 Dave Mowry's Journey Begins<br />00:45 The Breaking Point<br />00:55 Homelessness and Recovery<br />00:57 Welcome to Sheila's Take Podcast<br />01:27 Dave Mowry's Story of Transformation<br />02:04 The Power of Comedy in Healing<br />02:17 Dave's Standup Comedy Journey<br />02:45 In-Depth Interview with Dave Mowry<br />07:24 The Role of Humor in Managing Mental Illness<br />09:30 Teaching Comedy to Others<br />15:56 Breaking the Stigma Around Mental Illness<br />18:57 Advice for Those Struggling with Mental Health<br />25:55 Future Goals and Gratitude<br />29:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts<br /><br /><br />Connect with Dave Mowry<br /><br />🔔 **Subscribe** to <a href="https://www.sheilastake.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sheila's Take</a> for more inspiring interviews and discussions! Hit that [LIKE 👍] button if you find our content valuable!<br /><br />📢 **Connect with Us:**<br /><a href="https://www.instagram.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">**Instagram:** </a><br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcfBmwi5YobgjG8EOsLPkbw" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">**Youtube:** </a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550934623983" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><b>Facebook:</b><b></b></a><br /><a href="https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/169836396428916566470da1b" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">**To be a guest **</a><br />