Drawing from the depths of our inner wells to build resilience isn't just a poetic metaphor—it's essential survival wisdom for navigating today's challenging world. In this powerful conversation, mental health experts Dr. Chanté D. DeLoach, Dr. Georgina Yoshioka, and community leader Terrence Stone share both professional insights and deeply personal stories about cultivating resilience through life's toughest moments.

The discussion centers around what Dr. DeLoach describes as the "Four Cs" of resilience: Care, Connection, Culture, and Change. Each speaker offers vulnerable reflections on their own journeys—from Dr. Yoshioka's experience growing up in foster care to Terrence Stone's transformation from second-generation gang member to youth mentor. Their stories illuminate how resilience isn't simply an innate trait but a skill we can develop through intentional practices and meaningful relationships.

We explore how cultural backgrounds shape our resilience frameworks, with each panelist addressing how different communities approach mental health. The conversation tackles persistent stigmas head-on, offering practical strategies for normalizing mental health discussions in families and workplaces. Particularly moving is the panel's examination of how caregivers—often the "strong ones" holding everyone else up—can sustain their own wellness while supporting others.

The experts also dive into the complex relationship between social media and mental health, discussing both its potential harms and how it can be leveraged as a tool for connection and positive messaging, especially for today's youth. Throughout, they emphasize that vulnerability isn't weakness—it's the gateway to authentic connection and healing.

Whether you're seeking to strengthen your own resilience, support loved ones through difficult times, or create more mentally healthy communities, this episode offers actionable wisdom for filling your well and helping others fill theirs. Listen in and discover how small daily practices can transform your ability to not just survive but truly thrive.

For more information about the San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health, visit SBCounty.gov/DBH.

Resilient and Real Summit: A Podcast for Mental Health and Suicide Prevention

Join us for the Resilient and Real Summit, a live podcast dedicated to creating a safe space for open dialogue about mental health and suicide prevention. Together, we’ll share powerful stories, valuable insights, and essential resources that can make a real difference in our community. It’s an opportunity to foster understanding, promote hope, and potentially save lives. Don’t miss this chance to be part of something truly impactful.

Trigger Warning:

This content may contain sensitive topics such as mental health, suicide, or other distressing subjects. If you are struggling with these issues or believe this content may negatively impact you, please exercise caution and consider seeking support from a mental health professional.

Here are some resources that can help:

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988

For more information about the San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health, visit SBCounty.gov/DBH.

Chief Aaron Seibert retired from the United States Navy after serving 20 years of honorable service. He is currently serving as the Southern California Chapter, Veteran Coordinator for the Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Foundation of America and joins the podcast to talk about veterans mental health.

For more information about the San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health, visit SBCounty.gov/DBH.

Ulysses Valor is a local mental health advocate using his passion and business to help young men recognize the importance of expressing their emotions and focusing on their mental health. Ulysses shares his story and what inspired him to do his work.

June is Fatherhood Awareness Month, and Rodney Barrios from the San Bernardino County Preschool Services Department shares information about the Fatherhood FIRE Program and the importance of a father figure in children's lives.

For more information about the San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health, visit SBCounty.gov/DBH.

Hear about the importance of mentorship and how it can positively impact the mental health of mentees and mentors as Juan Ochoa, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Inland Empire Match Engagement and Enrichment Manager, and Christian Dauz, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Inland Empire Enrollment & Recruitment Specialist, join as guests of the podcast. Plus, Juan and Christian share meaningful stories of impact on youth and the importance of male mentors as DBH celebrates Men’s Health Week.

Later in the episode, Dr. Christopher Schreur, Behavioral Health Associate Medical Director, provides stats about men’s mental health and provides information on how to combat the stigma and assist men in seeking help when needed.

For more information about the San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health, visit https://wp.sbcounty.gov/dbh/

For more information about the San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health, visit SBCounty.gov/DBH.

Stan Collins, co-founder of Directing Change, has worked in the suicide prevention field for more than 20 years after his friend died by suicide in high school. Hear a powerful episode about how youth are engaged in talking about mental health and suicide prevention, and get practical tips on how you can start the conversation.

Stan also shares how Directing Change helps equip youth to have mental health and suicide prevention conversations through creative outlets.

For more information about the San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health, visit SBCounty.gov/DBH.

Happy Mental Health Month! In this episode, hear about the importance of workplace wellness, setting boundaries, and self-care. Get practical tips and information from Dr. Ashley Zucker, Assistant Area Medical Director for San Bernardino County Area for Kaiser Permanente.

Don't forget to register for May Mental Health Month events, hosted by the San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health at CelebrateMHM.com.

For more information about the San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health, visit SBCounty.gov/DBH.

In 2018, Theresa Clower's son, Devin, passed away from a drug overdose. To work through her grief, Theresa took up portrait work and started drawing her son's portrait. After completing Devin’s portrait, she was inspired to find others who lived and died like her son. Theresa then founded the INTO LIGHT project, an exhibition that puts a human face on the disease of addiction through hand-drawn portraits and written narratives.

Theresa joins the podcast, along with Barbara Francois, INTO LIGHT Project Assistant Director and Narrative Writer, to talk more about the project and changing the conversation about drug addiction.

The California INTO LIGHT project exhibition, sponsored by DBH, is on display in the Anthropology Museum at California State University, San Bernardino through June 10, 2023. For more information, visit https://intolightproject.org/.

For more information about San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health’s Substance Use Disorder Services, visit https://wp.sbcounty.gov/dbh/sudrs/ or call the 24-Hour Substance Use Disorder Helpline at (800)968-2636.

For more information about the San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health, visit SBCounty.gov/DBH.