Healing Unscripted

Have you ever experienced feelings of loneliness, confusion, guilt or shame during tough times? Are you wondering if resources or a supportive community could make a difference?

Our three hosts Liana, Laura and Jennifer are passionate about bringing awareness, hope and resources to those who may be hurting or have a loved one in crisis. Their own, very different life experiences and years of recovery work has revealed the importance of tough conversations, through laughter, love and tears.

We’re excited to dive into these challenging subjects with valuable insights from our special guests.

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Healing Unscripted

It's ok to not be ok!

July 27, 2025 • Liana, Laura & Jennifer • Season 1 • Episode 16

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keywords:
mental health, snowboarding, trauma, seizures, personal growth, community support, therapy, boundaries, life experiences, resilience

summary:
In this episode of Healing Unscripted, Jen interviews Bernie, a long-time resident of Steamboat and a prominent figure in the snowboarding community. Bernie shares his journey through life, including his achievements in the snowboarding industry, his struggles with mental health, and the impact of trauma and loss. He discusses the importance of community support, therapy, and setting boundaries for personal growth. The conversation highlights the significance of sharing experiences and the ongoing journey of healing and self-discovery as Bernie looks forward to a new chapter in his life, referred to as 'Bernie 2.0.'

Chapters
00:00
Introduction to Bernie and His Achievements
01:51
Life Experiences and Early Challenges
05:43
Struggles with Mental Health and Seizures
09:29
The Impact of Trauma and Loss
13:19
The Journey to Steamboat and Building a Life
17:01
Navigating Relationships and Personal Growth
21:04
Concussions and Their Long-Term Effects
24:39
Finding Support and Community
28:39
Therapy and Healing Process
32:25
Setting Boundaries and Self-Care
36:05
The Importance of Sharing Experiences
39:56
Looking Forward: Bernie 2.0
43:54
Final Thoughts and Reflections

Resources:
Suicide & Crisis 988
https://www.forgingnewlives.com/
Recovery Pastor Zack Alexander zack@steamboatchristian.com
Regeneration 12 Step https://steamboat.church/events/

Nele Cashmore
ncashmore@ncchealthpartnership.org
(970) 875-6662
https://thehealthpartnership.org/

https://www.steamboataa.org/
Mindsprings 970-879-2141
REPS 970-846-8182 linktr.ee/repssteamboat
Substance abuse 800-662-HELP
https://www.travishouse.org/. Jeff Welton
https://lovelifesteamboat.com/about. Chynna Wallace

https://kimhortonwellness.com/
@kimhortonwellness

Warhorse Ranch (970) 879-9121 https://warhorseranch.org/who-we-are/. Mike & Val Lozano
https://www.steamboatsk8church.com/pr...
https://thephoenix.org/ Free Crossfit
https://www.celebraterecovery.today/