What does it mean to listen truly? To build trust across differences? To find possibilities when the world feels uncertain? These are the questions at the heart of a recent conversation featuring YES Institute Executive Director Joseph Zolobczuk on The Route to Success, hosted by Sara Orellana.

In the episode, Joseph shares insights drawn from more than three decades of work in suicide prevention and gender and orientation education, including the story of a single conversation at age 18 that changed the direction of his life. He and Sara explore what thriving really looks like, why belonging is essential to mental health, and how families and communities can find their way back to one another through honest, courageous dialogue.

Listen to the full episode here.

The themes Joseph explores in this conversation — empowerment, connection, communication, and well-being — are at the heart of everything we offer through our work. If this episode resonated with you, we invite you to go deeper with us this spring:

Well-Being in Times of Uncertainty — Fri, May 2 | 9am–1pm ET | In person at YES Institute

Communication Solutions™ — Fri–Sat, May 30–31 | 12pm–6pm ET both days | In person at YES Institute

Learn more and register at https://yesinstitute.org/upcoming-courses/