🎙️ In this episode, Donna, Dawn, and John Burton cover a range of important topics — from the life-saving #988 crisis line, to highlights of our 2nd Annual Music Festival No One Rocks Alone, and even a tougher, but necessary, conversation about blame and suicide.

💚 Give us a listen on all podcast platforms, through our social media links, or on our website. And remember our motto: No One Walks Alone.

In this episode of James’s Warriors Podcast – No One Walks Alone, Donna, Dawn, and John Burton sit down with Kerri, a social worker from a Capital Region high school, to talk about how to help your child successfully transition from middle school to high school especially if they have a mental illness diagnosis.

Welcome back to James’s Warriors: No One Walks Alone Podcast 💙

This week, Donna Thomas, Dawn Cavaccini, John Burton, and special guest Trish Burton dive into something we all feel but rarely talk about — boredom. Why does it creep in when life finally slows down? And what is it really trying to tell us?

👀 Hint: It’s more than just “nothing to do.”

Tune in now — this one’s thoughtful, eye-opening, and yes… definitely not boring.

New Episode This Week – Featuring Special Guest: John Irizarry

This week’s episode is a powerful one. We are honored to welcome musician and songwriter John Irizarry, who shares the deeply personal story behind the album he wrote for his daughter, Izzy, who died by suicide.

💿 The album, This Girl, is a beautifully written tribute—raw, emotional, and full of love. Listening to it gave me goosebumps.

This conversation is about more than music. It’s about grief, healing, and the journey of living after the unimaginable loss of a child. John opens up about how creating this album helped him process his grief—and how music can be a lifeline not only for the artist but for those who listen.

Please join me, Dawn, and our guest John Irizarry, for this moving and inspiring episode.

💛 You are not alone. No one walks alone.

🎙️ New Episode Alert!

“Are You Crazy? Is It Grief? Or Is It Menopause?”

You might be wondering: why is James’s Warr;ors – No One Walks Alone podcast talking about menopause?

Because mental health matters.

This 10-year journey can bring depression, anxiety, and over 60 other symptoms. It’s not just physical — it’s deeply emotional and psychological. That’s why this episode is a must-listen for women, mothers facing grief, and the partners who walk this path with them.

Join Dawn, John, and Donna as they dive into what this transformation really looks and feels like. Honest, raw, and empowering.

🎧 Available now wherever you get your podcasts.

Episode11: Navigating Mother’s Day in Grief

On this episode of No One Walks Alone, James’s Warriors podcast, John, Dawn, and Donna explore the complex emotions surrounding Mother’s Day for moms who are grieving the loss of a child. They reflect on what the second year of grief can look like, the ongoing process of “grief work,” and how mourning evolves over time. Whether you’re a mother walking this difficult path or someone supporting a grieving mom, this heartfelt conversation offers compassion, understanding, and insight for the journey.

https://www.jamesswarriors.org/blog-3-1/navigating-mothers-day-in-grief-episode-11

On this episode of James’s Warr;ors: No One Walks Alone Podcast, we explore The Lifted
Project created by John Burton. Join Donna, Dawn, and John as they share the powerful,
emotional journey behind this inspiring “We Are the World” concept that took place in the heart
of the Hudson Valley. Discover how a single room filled with people transformed into an
unforgettable experience of unity, healing, and hope.

In this episode of James' Warriors, the hosts engage in a heartfelt conversation with Tim from Pieces to Wellness, exploring themes of mental health advocacy, personal growth, and the importance of community support. Tim shares his journey of self-publishing a book, the significance of journaling, and the challenges he faced during personal crises. The discussion emphasizes the need for self-compassion, the role of peer support, and the importance of breaking the stigma surrounding mental health. The conversation highlights that mental health treatment is both an art and a science, requiring a toolbox of strategies for effective management. In this conversation, the participants explore the themes of vulnerability, connection, and personal growth through various experiences and practices. They discuss the importance of breaking the cycle of silence in communication, the lessons learned from podcasting, and the healing power of music. The conversation also delves into mindfulness practices, the challenges of self-sabotage, and the necessity of routine maintenance for mental health. Ultimately, they emphasize the intrinsic nature of growth and the importance of acceptance in one's journey.