What do digging for gemstones and navigating bipolar disorder have in common?
In this raw and reflective episode, Jamie takes you deep into the heart of nature—and the heart of healing. From unearthing fluorite in a mine to unearthing emotional breakthroughs in therapy, this episode draws powerful parallels between rockhounding and the mental health journey.
Jamie shares five ways this hobby has taught her life-changing lessons about trauma, resilience, and rediscovering who we are beneath the layers. She opens up about how grounding in nature, connecting with the earth, and working with healing stones has helped her find stability during bipolar episodes—and why these holistic practices might help you too.
Whether you're navigating a diagnosis or just searching for peace, this episode offers hope, wisdom, and a reminder: the gems are there… if you're willing to dig.
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