Sam Eaton is an author, speaker, and founder of Recklessly Alive, a suicide prevention organization sprinting toward a world with zero deaths by suicide. He has spoken at more than 250 events across the U.S., sharing his personal story of surviving depression and suicidal thoughts to spark honest conversations about mental health and hope. Sam holds a master's degree in educational leadership, which he used to launch the Recklessly Alive Foundation--a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to equipping young people with mental health tools, education, and support. His first book, Recklessly Alive , became an Amazon bestseller following its release in 2021. His second book, Healing Out Loud , builds on that work, offering a deeper invitation to choose life, healing, and purpose. Together, his writing and advocacy have reached a growing community of more than 250,000 followers across social media platforms.

Sam lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota, where he spends his time collecting vinyl records, lifting moderately heavy weights, and trying every flavor of Oreos.