The Healing Power of Honesty with Raphael James | Going Forward 106

In this candid episode 106 of Going Forward, host Eric Elliott sits down with longtime Charleston TV journalist and author Raphael James to talk about what happens when life demands more than you’re ready for and how telling the truth can set you free. They explore Raphael’s experiences supporting family members through autism and dementia, and how those deeply personal moments led to his powerful book I Don’t Want To Talk About It. Together, they unpack the stigma around men and emotional expression, the silent toll of caregiving, and why getting honest might be the bravest thing we can do. Topics include: navigating autism and dementia in the family; masculinity and mental health; lessons from grief, resilience, and love; why vulnerability leads to healing. This episode is a moving reminder that real strength often starts with a conversation.

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Connect w/ Raphael James:
Book Available Here: https://books.by/raphael-james
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raphael-james-551a20b/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RaphaelJamesLive5News/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raphjames?igsh=MW1wcWhjMzlybmN1NA==

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Eric Elliott is a self-made entrepreneur and marketing expert with extensive experience crafting impactful brand narratives for clients across industries. He is the founder of VIP Marketing and Craft Creative. In 2009, Mr. Elliott started VIP Marketing with almost no resources. VIP now has a global team and is recognized as one of the top branding agencies in the USA by Clutch. co. He founded Craft Creative in 2015, a full-service video production company providing premium services to clients across the US. Eric is also the host of Going Forward, a podcast moving conversations with entrepreneurs and leaders that inspire, motivate, and challenge you to embrace possibility and make a difference. Mr. Elliott is the author of numerous articles and an active contributor to Entrepreneur Magazine, Forbes, and Medium. Recognized as a pillar of his community, the city of North Charleston established Eric Elliott Day to honor his name and legacy to inspire others.

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