Imagine facing the darkest moments of your life and finding a bridge to hope. In this compelling episode of Positive Recovery MD, Dr. Jason Powers sits down with Dr. Sam Buser and Kimi Buser-Clancy, the hosts of 'Leaving The Valley: What YOU Should Know About Suicide'. Together, they tackle the myths surrounding suicide and mental health, offering a fresh perspective on prevention.

While many believe that severe mental illness is the primary cause of suicide, our guests reveal that external stressors like work-life balance can also play a significant role. They emphasize the power of open, honest conversations in strengthening both individuals in distress and the wider community. Dr. Buser, a senior staff psychologist for one of the nation’s largest fire departments, brings his extensive experience to the table, shedding light on the unique challenges faced by first responders.

Alongside him, Kimi Buser-Clancy shares practical advice on how to create meaningful connections and intervene effectively when someone is in crisis. This episode dives deep into the importance of emotional intelligence and the critical role it plays in saving lives. Whether you’re struggling yourself or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers valuable insights and actionable steps to foster hope and healing.

Dr. Sam Buser and Kimi Buser-Clancy join Dr. Jason Powers to discuss suicide prevention, emotional intelligence, and building connections.

Breaking Isolation: Insights on Suicide Prevention with Dr. Sam Buser and Kimi Buser-Clancy

While people with severe mental illness are at a greater risk of taking their lives, psychiatric illness isn’t the only commonality behind suicidal tendencies. Despite popular misconceptions, work life balance and other external stressors can also contribute to suicide. Our guests this week dispel the myths behind suicide and mental health awareness in an attempt to broaden the conversation around suicide prevention.  This week, we are speaking with Dr. Sam Buser & Kimi Buser-Clancy, the hosts of Leaving The Valley: “What YOU Should Know About Suicide”, to help individuals dealing with suicidal tendencies find hope and healing. We discuss the trials and hardships of firefighters and how mental illness arises in the workplace. We also expel the myths behind suicide and mental health awareness. According to Dr. Sam Buser and Kimi Buser-Clancy, being able to have open and honest conversations about suicide and mental health strengthens both the individual in distress as well as the collective community learning how to prevent future fatalities.  Dr. Sam Buser is the senior staff psychologist for one of the nation’s largest fire departments.  The former military officer began practicing psychology in 1972– and though he put aside the uniform, service to his country and other veterans has always been at the forefront of his mind. During his career, Dr. Buser cared for veterans as a VA psychologist, provided immediate care to those involved in mass casualty events and developed suicide prevention programs for First Responders.  Kimi Buser-Clancy is an accomplished actor, writer, producer, and activist with a particular passion for voiceover.  She loves telling stories, and her work often centers around helping young girls see a more complete picture of themselves.  Kimi was lucky enough to grow up in Alief, Texas, a suburb of Houston, considered one of the most diverse places in the country.  Living in a place where so many different people, cultures, religions and identities meet forever changed how she views the world.  Kimi believes there is more that can be done to stop suicide, and it begins by making information about suicide prevention more accessible.   Topics Discussed <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;">The hardships and trials of emotional stress firefighters face on a daily basis </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Understanding how we can help others with suicidal tendencies </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Dispelling the myths and statistics behind suicide awareness</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">How society portrays and romanticizes suicide in the media</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Promoting healthy conversation training for mental health awareness</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Learning how to ask better questions for those dealing with suicidal thoughts </li> </ul> Connect with Dr. Sam Buser & Kimi Buser-Clancy  <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;">LinkedIn: <a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-buser-6913a51a/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-buser-6913a51a/</a></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Twitter: <a href= "https://twitter.com/Kimibuser">https://twitter.com/Kimibuser</a> </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Facebook: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/kimi.buser">https://www.facebook.com/kimi.buser</a> </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Instagram: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/kimibuserclancy/">https://www.instagram.com/kimibuserclancy/</a> </li> </ul> Connect with Leaving the Valley podcast <ul> <li>Facebook: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/leavingthevalley">https://www.facebook.com/leavingthevalley</a></li> <li>Instagram: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/leavingthevalleyshow/">https://www.instagram.com/leavingthevalleyshow/</a> </li> <li>Twitter: <a href= "https://twitter.com/LeavingValley">https://twitter.com/LeavingValley</a></li> </ul> Connect with Positive Recovery MD Podcast <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Website: <a href= "https://www.positiverecoverymd.com/">https://www.positiverecoverymd.com</a> </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Facebook Group: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032">https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032</a> </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">YouTube: <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg"> https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg</a> </li> </ul> Connect with Positive Recovery Centers online <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Instagram: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/">https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/</a> </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Facebook: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/">https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/</a> </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">LinkedIn: <a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/"> https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/</a></li> </ul>  Contact Positive Recovery Centers If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help. <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Call: 877-476-2743</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Website: <a href= "https://positiverecovery.com/">https://positiverecovery.com</a> </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Services: <a href= "https://positiverecovery.com/services/">https://positiverecovery.com/services/</a> </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">FAQ: <a href= "https://positiverecovery.com/faq/">https://positiverecovery.com/faq/</a> </li> </ul> About Positive Recovery MD Podcast The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.  This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, it will provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, recovery and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.  To join the community, visit <a href= "https://www.positiverecoverymd.com/">https://www.positiverecoverymd.com</a> to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we’ll review, as well as gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners. About Positive Recovery Centers Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.  Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, all supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.   What is Positive Recovery? Empathy and compassion drive our mission. Positive Recovery uses strengths as a pathway to help others flourish in recovery, at work, and at home. This is our core purpose, our “why.” We creatively apply science in order to improve outcomes. Positive Recovery is not wishful thinking, it is not a magic pill, and it is not self-help.  Positive Recovery is an evidence-based addiction curriculum that links the best of the old with the new, integrating existing effective approaches to treatment with interventions that enhance well-being by cultivating its components: positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement.

EPISODE 17: How to Build the Bridge from Isolation, with Leaving the Valley

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Imagine facing the darkest moments of your life and finding a bridge to hope. In this compelling episode of Positive Recovery MD, Dr. Jason Powers sits down with Dr. Sam Buser and Kimi Buser-Clancy, the hosts of 'Leaving The Valley: What YOU Should Know About Suicide'. Together, they tackle the myths surrounding suicide and mental health, offering a fresh perspective on prevention.While many believe that severe mental illness is the primary cause of suicide, our guests reveal that external stressors like work-life balance can also play a significant role. They emphasize the power of open, honest conversations in strengthening both individuals in distress and the wider community. Dr. Buser, a senior staff psychologist for one of the nation’s largest fire departments, brings his extensive experience to the table, shedding light on the unique challenges faced by first responders.Alongside him, Kimi Buser-Clancy shares practical advice on how to create meaningful connections and intervene effectively when someone is in crisis. This episode dives deep into the importance of emotional intelligence and the critical role it plays in saving lives. Whether you’re struggling yourself or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers valuable insights and actionable steps to foster hope and healing.

Dr. Jason Powers, MD

Positive Recovery MD

EPISODE 17: How to Build the Bridge from Isolation, with Leaving the Valley

EPISODE 17: How to Build the Bridge from Isolation, with Leaving the Valley

EPISODE 17: How to Build the Bridge from Isolation, with Leaving the Valley

Tuesday 29th September 2020

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Breaking Isolation: Insights on Suicide Prevention with Dr. Sam Buser and Kimi Buser-Clancy