From Survivor to Thriver

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In this special episode, we are joined by licensed therapists Kathleen Callahan, MSW & LCSW and personal therapist to both Erik and Marc, and Sarah Caldwell, MSW & LCSW and an earlier guest on From Survivor to Thriver podcast. They help our audience recognize challenging spots we may find ourselves in, when we or those around us may be struggling, the global shared trauma we all have experienced due to the Covid-19 pandemic and the vast array of resources available so we can help both ourselves and each other. With more than 50 million people in the United States and one billion people around the world living with a mental health disorder, it’s no longer enough to say that mental health is just an issue. Rather, now is the time to take real action! Only by helping others to spot the signs and symptoms both inside of themselves and externally in others and by directing our communities to the vast array of resources available to them are we truly addressing the growing mental health crisis in a meaningful way. You can reach out to Kathleen at [email protected] and to Sarah at rebelmountaintherapy.com. Contact Us: Email: [email protected] Instagram: @brushcreekthrivers Facebook: From Survivor to Thriver

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Robin, a radio and show business personality, transformational coach and motivational speaker, is also the author of Robin’s story, “Victim No More!” which tells her personal journey through the morass of abuse and loss, and ultimately reveals her own self-worth, preservation, and accountability. She is a survivor, not only of loss, but also of domestic violence, verbal and emotional abuse, rape, and bullying and has become an outspoken advocate for victims. Through all she has endured, “VICTIM” will never be a word used to describe Robin. When she took responsibility for her own healing journey, she learned that the common denominator throughout her life experiences was childhood trauma. This revelation taught her the importance of comforting the inner child and, two years ago, she finally learned to love herself. Today, her tag line “we are here to live, love, learn and teach,” couldn’t ring truer. Connect with Robin and listen to the “Get Real with Robin” podcast at robincote.com.Contact Us: Email: [email protected] Instagram: @brushcreekthrivers Facebook: From Survivor to Thriver

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Jas, a best-selling author, award-nominated book coach and resilience speaker, specializes in stories that change lives. During the first two decades of her life, she felt very alone in her world of depression and anxiety as the result of both childhood family violence and then the death of her father by suicide when she was 18 years old. A volunteer role as a photojournalist when she was in her 20’s, along with her discovery of gratitude journaling, finally set her on a path to healing. Combining her lived experience as a domestic violence survivor with her BA in creative writing and psychology, she has helped close to 30 writers go from 'idea' to 'published' in the past four years and has impacted hundreds of thousands of lives through global media outlets and her anthology book series “Reasons to Live: One More Day Every Day,” which offers stories of hope, resilience and triumph over adversity. Above all, Jas believes that everyone has a story with the power to inspire and change lives. Connect with Jas to find out more about her mission and her writing courses at jasrawlinson.com. Contact Us: Email: [email protected] Instagram: @brushcreekthrivers Facebook: From Survivor to Thriver

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Kyle, the Founder and Owner of Seagull's Cycles in Eagle, Colorado is a firm believer in the importance of community and activity throughout the recovery process. Just over seven years ago, he found himself at his lowest, drinking 24/7, consuming up to two liters of vodka a day and well on his way to severe health problems. After detoxing at a close friend’s house for two weeks, his mom brought him to the hospital where doctors said he was in severe renal failure and to make peace with everyone as he was unlikely to survive. Now, seven years into his recovery journey, he hosts a Recovery Ride on bikes each Sunday for those who are in recovery, those interested in healing or those supporting someone in recovery. These rides provide a safe space through a no-pressure, supportive atmosphere where riders are welcome to share their stories or just enjoy the group ride and making connections. He also works closely to support Eagle Valley Behavioral Health and SpeakUp ReachOut. Find out more about Kyle’s mission and rides at seagullscycles.com. Contact Us: Email: [email protected] Instagram: @brushcreekthrivers Facebook: From Survivor to Thriver

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Dr. Christian Heim is an award-winning clinical psychiatrist, Australian music lecturer, Churchill fellow and author of “Five Steps to Men’s Mental Health.” He suggests that, while it’s not always easy to do, it is possible for each of us to find a way to accept who we are and say, “it’s ok to be me…now on with life!” Our conversation focuses on the male brain, how men have historically been problem solvers and why men tend to suffer in silence and then feel guilty for not coming up with their own solutions. He leaves our audience with these key takeaways: there is nothing wrong with being male, help is out there and you’ve got to take the risk of being vulnerable so you can allow yourself to trust. Dr. Heim’s writings and lectures discuss preventive mental health and how to get the right DOSE of brain chemicals to help overcome issues such as anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, trauma and addictions. More information can be found at drchristianheim.com. Contact Us: Email: [email protected] Instagram: @brushcreekthrivers Facebook: From Survivor to Thriver

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Wayne speaks of himself as a once proud father and patriotic Army soldier who had spent his teenage years consumed by anger and later suffered with bipolar and borderline personality disorders, which almost resulted in suicide. A last-chance decision to face the realities of chronic homelessness, divorce, bad parenting, major drug use and the underlying effects of his mental health crisis led to a path of total sobriety and an end to life on the streets. Once he decided that his story wasn’t over, his desire to win back lost relationships and repair lost opportunities put him on a journey of overcoming and growth that is intriguing due to the unusual experiences he encountered. These days, he has learned to forgive himself, is happily re-married, recently purchased a brick home with three acres of land and is a semi-truck driver traveling the long and winding roads of America.Contact Us: Email: [email protected]: @brushcreekthriversFacebook: From Survivor to Thriver

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John, the author of “The Kid from the South Bronx Who Never Gave Up,” is the son of a heroin dealer who tried to cope with the trauma of being molested as a young boy, fell hard into drugs and alcohol and eventually found himself angry and full of rage at all he had endured. Along the way, he identified and followed his passion for karate, earning his coveted 10th-degree black belt and the title of National Karate Champion. More than thirty-five years ago, at the urging of his family, John entered rehab and began on a path to healing, which included starting to listen instead of just hearing. He emerged a changed man, committed to helping others afflicted by addiction and today is recognized as a thought leader in the research and treatment of mental illness.Contact Us: Email: [email protected]: @brushcreekthriversFacebook: From Survivor to Thriver

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Nick, Founder and Managing Director of Executives' Global Network (EGN) Singapore, is dedicated to raising awareness and eliminating the stigma around the phenomenon of executive loneliness. He made this his life’s work following the suicide of a close friend. Now in his third year of recovery, Nick has identified that feelings of isolation and depression – personal struggles that he, himself, has had to grapple with and conquer – are much more widespread than we may think. He covers a wide range of topics and offers thoughtful suggestions in dealing with “smiling depression” and executive loneliness, including discussing the intersection of imposter syndrome and shame and the fear some have of being found out in the workplace and, potentially, losing their jobs. Today, he loves working with professionals and community members alike to offer support and empower them to share their personal struggles and heal.Contact Us: Email: [email protected]: @brushcreekthriversFacebook: From Survivor to Thriver

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Shona, the founder of Mindset in Motion, survived being born prematurely, a mini stroke, heart surgery, a breakdown as a result of work-related stress, a life-changing accident and cancer. Shona could have given up, but she chose to get up. Her panic attacks led her to get help through Mind, where she finally spoke to a counselor without fear of judgement, which made her realize she was not alone. After leaving the law profession, over the last 4 years she has followed her passion of running her own fitness center, re-qualified as a Neuro-Linguistic Practitioner and nutrition consultant, and runs her own business working with mid-life executives to avoid and recover from burnout. She is also an author of a best-selling book, The Girls Who Refused to Quit, and shortly is due to release her second book. Learn how Shona transformed from being “Broken to BIONIC” (Brave, Identify, Obtainable, Necessary, I, Can) and now finds the positive in every day. Contact Us: Email: [email protected] Instagram: @brushcreekthrivers Facebook: From Survivor to Thriver

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Erin, a thought leader, coach, mentor and guide teaches people how to create Impenetrable Joy so that they can be calm, have peace of mind and meaning in their lives, NOW! Three defining moments in her life, including an anxiety disorder that had her holed up at home for nearly a year, an accident in which she nearly killed someone, and a divorce that leveled her emotionally, led her to realize that happiness is fleeting, freedom is in the present moment and true joy is a textured experience. Erin has used her personal journeys to develop strategies that disrupt old patterns of thinking in order to create different experiences and allow for true healing and growth to happen. The result has been the realization that the person to truly fall in love with during this lifetime is yourself.Contact Us: Email: [email protected]: @brushcreekthriversFacebook: From Survivor to Thriver