This week on The Truth Doctor Podcast, Dr. Courtney Tracy speaks with former college drop-out turned motivational speaker, Zachery Dereniowski! He went from a 0.59 GPA in his freshman year of college, to making a comeback with a 4.0 GPA and a 512 MCAT score on his first attempt. Now, by being publicly vulnerable about his experience, he is able to empower students who are in the same position he was.Dr. Tracy and Zach talk about his formula of vulnerability = relatability = empowerment, him forming the Mental Health Movement Clothing Company with Jake Goodman, and his current journey with medical school and social media. They also discuss mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic and how he hopes to break stigma and help others take control of their lives by putting themselves first.You will definitely be able to relate to Zach’s story of self-discovery and we hope you enjoy this episode!PLEASE NOTE: This podcast is not therapy, clinical advice or medical advice. This podcast is intended to deliver psychoeducation and share personal experiences.PLEASE READ If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call a local emergency telephone number or go immediately to the nearest emergency room; for international crisis lines, please visit https://www.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlinesWant to learn more about the show? Check out our website: http://thetruthdoctor.com/Follow Dr. Courtney on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.truth.doctorFollow Truth Doctor Show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truthdoctorshowTruth Doctor Show is a DiveThru original podcast. Visit our website: www.divethru.comFollow DiveThru on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsdivethru/?hl=enDownload the DiveThru App: https://go.onelink.me/5wa8/6f7adb47 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit selfconsciousclub.substack.com/subscribe
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