Скачать или смотреть From Psych Wards to Everest: Surviving Bipolar, PTSD, Addiction & a Deadly Avalanche

In this powerful episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, Dr. Mark Hyman sits down with world-renowned photographer and adventurer Cory Richards—a man who has summited Mount Everest without oxygen, survived near-death avalanches, and explored the globe’s most remote landscapes. But Cory’s greatest challenge wasn’t external—it was internal.

Diagnosed with bipolar disorder and PTSD, Cory shares his raw journey through mental illness, psychiatric wards, homelessness, and recovery. Together, he and Dr. Hyman explore how trauma shapes identity, the limits of human endurance, and how the path to healing often begins in the darkest places.

If you’re interested in mental health, resilience, emotional healing, and the intersection of trauma and transformation, this is a must-watch conversation on The Dr. Hyman Show

We explore:

• Why big achievements don’t guarantee fulfillment—and what actually does

• How spending time in nature and solitude can help you reconnect with yourself and find clarity

• What Cory’s journey through trauma and recovery can teach you about your own capacity to heal

• Why creativity, purpose, and self-reflection are essential tools for building a meaningful life

Don’t miss this powerful conversation about what it really takes to overcome adversity.

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(0:00) Cory Richards' avalanche experience and early life struggles
(1:45) Cory Richards' maladaptive behavior and search for internal solutions
(5:19) The concept of internal chaos and the impact of trauma on mental health
(9:13) Cory Richards' childhood, family dynamics, and rediscovery of climbing
(17:15) The role of validation and photography in Cory Richards' healing process
(25:10) Dr. Hyman's wilderness medicine experiences and Everest ER
(25:55) Cory Richards' catastrophic climb in Pakistan and surviving an avalanche
(32:16) Trauma, PTSD, and psychedelic use in brain rewiring
(35:30) Cory Richards' post-avalanche substance abuse and mental health challenges
(40:32) Integrating brain and mind health for overall wellness
(44:55) Heart health and emotional processing strategies for mental health management
(49:04) Diet's impact on mental clarity and the importance of agency
(51:17) Victimhood culture, agency, and freedom philosophies
(55:02) Lessons from Nelson Mandela and Tibetan doctor's compassion
(57:30) Transitioning from victimhood to empowerment and rewriting narratives
(1:00:51) Embracing discomfort and uncertainty for personal growth