BONUS Episode: September is National Suicide Prevention Month in the USA. All month, mental health advocates, prevention organizations, survivors, allies, and community members unite to promote suicide prevention awareness.   In this special bonus episode of The EBFC Show, host Felipe Engineer-Manriquez digs deeper into the critical issue of mental health and suicide awareness in the construction industry. Featuring guests Brian Winningham and Thomas LeMay, the episode spotlights the tragic story of Alberto, a construction worker who took his own life, and explores the immense pressures faced by workers in the construction sector. Join us as we discuss actionable steps to foster a safer, more compassionate workplace and share personal experiences that underline the urgent need for mental health awareness.   00:00 Introduction to the Episode 01:28 Meet the Guests: Brian and Thomas 01:50 Brian's Journey in Construction 04:38 Thomas's Path to Construction Leadership 11:47 The Story of Alberto's Suicide 21:38 Mental Health in Construction: A Hidden Crisis 29:45 Recognizing the Signs and Taking Action 54:59 The Power of Small Gestures 56:33 Military Insights: After Action Reviews 58:19 Leadership and Worker Safety 01:00:24 The Importance of Mental Health in Construction 01:00:54 Challenges Faced by Women in Construction 01:02:23 The Reality of Construction Work 01:09:55 The Impact of Sleep and Substance Use 01:22:39 The Role of Therapy and Self-Care 01:44:58 Building Community in Construction 01:46:37 Final Thoughts and Takeaways     988 Suicide & Crisis LifelineIf you or someone you know is struggling, the 988 Lifeline provides free and confidential support 24/7. Visit their website to connect with trained counselors who are ready to listen and offer help: https://988lifeline.org/     A Construction Suicide - Ranger WinnieRead this heartfelt article sharing the personal story of a construction worker's tragic suicide and the urgent need for mental health awareness in the industry: https://www.rangerwinnie.com/post/a-construction-suicide     Gatekeeper Program at BoldtLearn how The Boldt Company’s Lean Health Gatekeeper Program is proactively addressing mental health on construction sites through training and support initiatives: https://www.theebfcshow.com/lean-health-renee-wolf/     Thomas LaMay's Previous EBFC Show InterviewFor more insights into Lean Construction, check out Thomas LaMay’s earlier interview where he discusses overcoming constraints in construction projects: https://www.theebfcshow.com/Constraints-Thomas-LaMay/   Connect with Brian via LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/fielddrivenlean/   Connect with Thomas via  LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomaslamay/   Connect with Felipe via Construction Scrum (book & audiobook) via https://constructionscrum.com/ Social media at https://thefelipe.bio.link Subscribe on YouTube to never miss new videos here: https://click.theebfcshow.com/youtube