In honor of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month this September, Zach returns to reflect on his Story of Transformation, first shared in 2021, and provide an update on his life today.
After surviving a school shooting and losing friends – including one to suicide – Zach struggled with severe depression and thoughts of self-harm. Searching for something that could help, he discovered Dr Joe’s work and began meditating. What followed wasn’t an overnight transformation, but a gradual journey of consistency, self-love, and rediscovering hope.
Now, years later, Zach reflects on how his relationship with meditation has evolved – and why it remains a practice he returns to when life gets difficult.
⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 – A glimpse of Zach’s journey
00:34 – Zach’s 2021 Story of Transformation
00:51 – Surviving a school shooting and experiencing loss
01:38 – Struggling with depression and thoughts of suicide
02:26 – Searching for something that could help
03:12 – Discovering Dr Joe’s work
04:12 – Beginning a meditation practice
04:46 – Shifting the intention toward happiness
05:34 – Recognizing small signs of progress
06:02 – The importance of continuing
07:30 – Committing to the work
08:10 – Beginning to feel a change
08:48 – A new way of thinking
10:12 – Learning to love himself
10:41 – Zach’s 2026 reflection
11:20 – A message for Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
12:11 – Having a practice to return to
12:34 – A new direction in Zach’s life
13:57 – Zach’s message for those who are suffering
15:59 – Inspiring the next generation
Experience more from Dr Joe Dispenza:
🌐 https://drjoedispenza.com
Watch Zachary’s full 2021 Story of Transformation here:
🌐 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NDiCBnhF5CU
This story reflects Zach’s personal experience and is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you or someone you know is in danger of self-harm or suicide, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 🌐 https://988lifeline.org/
