ABOUT THIS EPISODE
We often imagine resilience as getting back to the person we were before. For a thriving radio DJ, engaged and looking forward to his future, a weekend at the lake was supposed to be a chance to unwind. A swim left him paralyzed from the chest down.
What does rebuilding look like after a moment like that? This episode, Doug Bartling Jr, "The VO Quadfather" shares his own answer through his journey of faith, confidence, mental health and learning to move forward with paralysis as part of his life.
In this conversation with Marian Mills, Doug reflects on learning to love himself, caring for his mental health, and recognizing that his paralysis is part of him without defining all of who he is. His experience brings us closer to the personal work behind rebuilding: adapting to unfamiliar circumstances, strengthening confidence, and continuing to make plans for the future.
In this episode, we explore:
His journey following the accident that left him paralyzed.
The role of faith in moving forward.
Learning to love himself and build confidence.
Caring for his mental health through a major life change.
Living with paralysis while remaining grounded in his identity.
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If this conversation encourages you, follow or subscribe to Depression Proof Your Life Live and share this episode with someone who could benefit from it.
Have a story of resilience, growth, healing, transformation, or overcoming life’s challenges? Depression Proof Your Life Live welcomes real people with real stories. If you’re interested in being a guest—or know someone whose story should be heard—reach out to Depression Proof Your Life.
Your story may be exactly what someone else needs to hear.
Depression Proof Your Life Live is created and hosted by Marian Mills, co-producer of the program. Editing and post-production by Chris Outridge of CEO Film Production. Depression Proof Your Life Live is a production of Depression Proof Your Life.
Learn more at Depression-ProofLife.com
🎧 Listen to Depression Proof Your Life Live on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
▶️ Watch the full episode on YouTube.
If this conversation encourages you, follow or subscribe to Depression Proof Your Life Live and share this episode with someone who could benefit from it.
Have a story of resilience, growth, healing, transformation, or overcoming life’s challenges? Depression Proof Your Life Live welcomes real people with real stories. If you’re interested in being a guest—or know someone whose story should be heard—reach out to Depression Proof Your Life.
Your story may be exactly what someone else needs to hear.
Depression Proof Your Life Live is created and hosted by Marian Mills, co-producer of the program. Editing and post-production by Chris Outridge of CEO Film Production. Depression Proof Your Life Live is a production of Depression Proof Your Life.
Learn more at Depression-ProofLife.com
