Faith, Grief and Men’s Mental Health with Kristen, Nathan and Jason Harrison

Kristen shares the loss of her 21-year-old son Gavin to suicide and reflects on grief, faith and the questions families carry after a loved one dies. Beginning with Proverbs 3:5, the conversation considers what it means to trust God during painful circumstances that cannot be fully understood.

On You're Beautiful with Brian Trust, Brian is joined by Kristen, her brother Nathan and Jason Harrison to discuss why many young men struggle in silence, the pressure to hide vulnerability and the importance of honestly checking in with others. They also examine how friendship, church communities and supportive spaces can help people face emotional and spiritual struggles without going through them alone.

The guests speak about balancing work and family, recognizing when someone may need support, acting on the impulse to reach out and accepting help during grief. Kristen also explains how previously unknown physical health problems may have contributed to Gavin’s exhaustion and hopelessness.