From Survivor to Thriver
We speak with real people who are shattering mental health stigmas and finding their voices. We aim to normalize discussions around mental health topics and remind our audience: "it's perfectly ok to not always be ok."
Episodes
176 episodes
From Worriers to Warriors
Transitioning to midlife can be challenging for mental health.In this episode of From Survivor To Thriver, we sat down with Elizabeth Cush to delve into the complexities of midlife transitions, anxiety, and personal healing. El...
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Episode 167
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1:02:07
Three Men In the Mountains
Have you ever participated in a men’s group? The paradigm of masculinity has shifted drastically in the last few decades and it can be hard to navigate alone. In this episode of From Survivor to Thriver, we sat down with B...
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Episode 166
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1:02:14
Caregiving Challenges and Mental Health
Have you ever been a caregiver for a loved one? When someone we love is sick and in need of care, it can be easy to forget our own needs and step into the role of caregiving. This, however, can lead to depressio...
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Episode 165
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58:54
Navigating Current Events Without Anxiety
Has your mental health ever been impacted by the things you see on the news? You’re not alone. In this episode of From Survivor to Thriver, we sat down with Julie Rose, who struggled with this to the point that she started...
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Episode 164
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1:02:35
Paving a Path from Pain to Peace
What does grief mean to you? In this episode of From Survivor to Thriver, we sat down with Audrey White, a grief coach, to explore what it truly means to grieve. Having experienced significant loss herself, Audrey has navi...
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Episode 163
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1:04:51
Healing Our Collective Mental Health
In this episode of From Survivor to Thriver, we sat down with Phyllis Leavitt to discuss her story and the crucial need for collective mental health. Phyllis shares the importance of understanding the psychological underpinnings of societal ...
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Episode 162
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57:28
Microdosing for Your Mental Health
Are you aware of the life-changing impact microdosing can have on your mental health? In this episode of From Survivor to Thriver, we sit down with Leslie Draffin to discuss her transformative journey. Leslie shares how ...
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Episode 161
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56:36
Writing Helped Me Find Hope
What helps you find hope in your darkest hours? For our guest in this week’s episode of From Survivor to Thriver, it’s writing. Krystal Clark found that when she writes her fantasy novels, she finds a great amount of heali...
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Episode 160
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54:25
Why, What, and How of Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy
Have you ever thought about using psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy to address trauma and mental health issues?If so, this episode of From Survivor to Thriver is a must-listen. Our guest, Jill Sitnick, opens up about the child...
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Episode 159
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55:18
Recovery Reimagined: It's Not Just About Sobriety
What do you think of when you hear about alcohol addiction recovery? Do you think of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)?While AA can be effective, other approaches to recovery may work better for different people.In this e...
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Episode 158
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56:16
Demystifying Menopause and Your Mental Health
For many women, the experience of going through menopause can have a significant impact on their mental health. And due to the stigma around it, many don’t get the help they actually need. In this episode of From Survivor ...
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Episode 157
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52:13
The Mountain in My Mind
In this episode of From Survivor to Thriver, we had the privilege of sitting down with John Padilla to talk about how his life was changed forever by a tragedy. The devastating loss of his brother to suicide during his high school years chan...
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Happiness is an Inside Job
In this episode of From Survivor to Thriver, we talked with Jon Katz about his journey to better mental and physical health and how he learned that real healing comes after facing pain by looking within yourself. J...
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Episode 156
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51:48
Putting Deposits in Your Happy Jar
In this episode of From Survivor to Thriver, we sat down with Dana Diaz. After living through years of narcissistic and physical abuse, she learned that it was time to make a change and create a better life for herself.Join us ...
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Episode 155
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58:15
Exploring Healing Modalities: EMDR and Beyond
In this episode of From Survivor to Thriver, we sat down with Laura Renner. She shares her experiences after a traumatic brain injury changed her life forever and brought her mental health to an all-time low. Laura tried m...
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Episode 154
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55:37
Doing Hard Things with Other People
In this episode of From Survivor to Thriver, we sat down with Marcus Farris, a Post Traumatic Growth Director for Mission 22 to talk about the intricate connection between mental health and physical fitness. In our dis...
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Episode 153
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1:00:19
Turning the Tables: Erik and Marc on the Hot Seat
We are celebrating something special in this episode of From Survivor to Thriver- our three-year anniversary of the podcast! To mark this significant milestone, we're switching things up by stepping into the guest roles. O...
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Episode 152
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53:20
Healing Yourself from Within
What if we told you that the secret to healing your mental health is actually quite simple? In this episode of From Survivor to Thriver, we sat down with Josie Warren to talk about her own struggles with autoimmune disease...
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Episode 151
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1:08:27
Breaking Free: A Journey from Abuse to Empowerment
For someone who is in the depths of an abusive relationship, it can be hard to make sense of what’s happening. But the impacts on your life, and your mental health, can be profound. In this episode of From Survivor to Thri...
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Episode 150
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1:11:27
The Warrior Within: Navigating Bipolar Disorder
Imagine the weight of command in combat intertwined with the silent battle of mental illness. In this episode of From Survivor to Thriver, we sat down with General Gregg Martin, who fought a tremendous battle with bipolar ...
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Episode 149
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1:10:43
The Healing Power of Animals
According to statistics, mental health challenges are on the rise, which means it’s more important than ever that we find healing methods that work for us.In this episode of From Survivor to Thriver, we sat down with Michael Ov...
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Episode 148
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1:16:35
A True Thriver: Louise Ashby’s Story of Triumph Over Tragedy
What if your darkest moment became the source of your greatest strength?In this episode of From Survivor to Thriver, we spoke with Louise Ashby who experienced a traumatic brain injury that changed the trajectory of her life.
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Episode 147
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1:15:45
Dodging Asteroids While Running Too Fast with Joe Tlustos
Do you or someone you know struggle with addiction? In this episode of From Survivor to Thriver, we sat down with Joe Tlustos to talk about how his mental health struggles turned into multiple addictions that greatly impacted his li...
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Episode 146
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1:21:36
Beyond the Diagnosis: Chris Glatis' Journey from Anxiety to Healing
If you’ve been diagnosed with a mental health disorder like anxiety or depression. It can be easy to let that define you, but that is a roadblock to healing. It’s important that we remember that we are more than our diagnoses. Our g...
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Episode 145
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1:12:23
From the Floor to the Door with Michelle
Domestic abuse can look many different ways, and it's crucial to recognize the different ways it manifests. It goes beyond just physical violence and can include emotional, verbal, sexual, and even financial abuse.In this episode of From...
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Episode 144
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1:04:31