Behind the Wheel & In Your Head: Mental Health on the Road

In this powerful and deeply needed episode of The Road Ahead & All Things Trucking Podcast, host Summer Gee opens up an honest conversation about the mental health crisis affecting America’s truck drivers. Drawing on insights from The Trucker’s Network, Summer breaks down why mental health challenges are so common in the trucking industry, the pressures drivers face behind the wheel, and the emotional toll of long hours, isolation, and life on the road.

Throughout the episode, Summer guides listeners through practical advice, wellness tools, and real-world strategies drivers can use to protect their mental well-being. From managing stress and burnout, to building supportive routines, to knowing when to reach out for help, this episode serves as both a lifeline and a reminder that no driver has to carry the weight alone.

Whether you’re a driver looking for support or someone who cares about one, this heartfelt 60-minute conversation brings encouragement, clarity, and hope to every mile of the journey.