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The Berne Podcast with Dr. Sam Berne

The Berne Podcast with Dr. Sam Berne

Auteur(s): Dr. Sam Berne - Holistic Eye Health
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 Welcome to The Berne Podcast, a thought-provoking and informative journey with Dr. Sam Berne, an expert behavioral optometrist, and holistic health practitioner. Delve deep into the world of functional vision, eye wellness, and natural solutions for common and complex vision issues. Each episode explores Dr. Berne’s unique physical vision therapy protocols, integrating natural and holistic techniques to improve eye health, enhance vision, and support overall well-being. Whether you’re curious about functional vision therapy, seeking non-invasive ways to care for your eyes, or want to learn more about natural approaches to eye health, this podcast offers valuable insights for practitioners and individuals alike. Join Dr. Berne for engaging discussions, expert interviews, and actionable advice that will inspire you to see the world in a whole new way—naturally and holistically. Hygiène et mode de vie sain Médecine alternative
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  • The Eyes Never Lie: Vision, Trauma & the Path to Inner Seeing

    The Eyes Never Lie: Vision, Trauma & the Path to Inner Seeing
    Nov 10 2025
    For even more from Dr. Sam, check out his new exclusive membership where you get access to my content and resources, new information, articles, videos, webinars: https://drsambernesmembership.com/ And his upcoming workshops: https://www.drsamberne.com/workshop/ Learn more about his pracititioner's program "Your eyes are more than visual organs. They are emotional and neurological pathways that reflect your **life history**, your **nervous system**, your **relationships**, and the ways you’ve learned to protect yourself. In this presentation, Dr. Sam Berne shares his personal journey of healing his own vision, and what he discovered about the connection between **trauma, grief, stress, and visual function**. You’ll learn how the eyes adapt to emotional overwhelm, how vision changes during loss and transition, and why restoring visual clarity often begins with restoring **safety** in the body and nervous system. We will also explore the rapidly emerging world of **virtual and augmented reality**, how these technologies influence the visual brain, and how you can stay grounded in your natural vision system as digital environments become more immersive. This is a conversation about **healing**, **self-connection**, and reclaiming your **innate ability to see clearly**—inside and out. Opening Remarks “Welcome everyone. I’m really grateful that you’re here today. The theme of this retreat is *The Eyes Never Lie,* and that comes directly from my own experience healing my own vision. When I was younger, I had significant myopia and astigmatism. I was told that my eyes were defective—that I was simply born this way, and there was nothing I could do except wear stronger glasses over time. But that didn’t feel true. Something in me sensed that my eyes were responding to my **life**—to stress, to pressure, to trying to see more than I felt safe to see, or sometimes, not wanting to see what was in front of me. As I began to study the eyes—not just anatomically, but emotionally—I learned that **vision is not just optical. It’s neurological. It’s systemic. It’s somatic. And it’s deeply connected to our lived experience.** Trauma, grief, chronic stress, early attachment patterns—these don’t just affect our posture or our mood. They reorganize how the **visual system** functions. The eyes tighten. The focus narrows. The world becomes harder to take in. And when we soften the eyes, when we reconnect them to breath, to safety, to the body—our perception expands again. Light returns. Color returns. Presence returns. Today we are living in a world where our vision is being challenged in new ways. Virtual and augmented reality are asking the brain to process space, depth, and meaning in environments that don’t exist physically. And while these technologies are powerful, they can also disconnect the eyes from the body—and the body from the world. So today, we’re going to explore: * How **your emotional life shows up in your vision** * How I personally reversed my own prescription by working with the **nervous system**, not just the eyeball * How to gently unwind the visual patterns that come from grief, stress, or past trauma * And how to stay **centered and embodied** in a world increasingly mediated by screens and simulation. Your eyes are not broken. They are **communicating.** They are telling your story. And today, we begin to listen.” Keep Up with Dr. Sam Website: https://www.drsamberne.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SamBerneOD/?fref=ts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samberneod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/drsamberne LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drsamberne/ Dr. Sam Berne has been in private practice in New Mexico for over 25 years and where he works with patients to improve their vision and overall wellness through holistic methods. He holds a Bachelor of Science from Pennsylvania State University, Doctor of Optometry from Pennsylvania College,
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    25 min
  • Eyes That Work Together: A Functional Vision Approach to Strabismus

    Eyes That Work Together: A Functional Vision Approach to Strabismus
    Nov 2 2025
    If you’re ready to deepen your journey, I invite you to join one of my upcoming programs designed to help you *see differently*: In-person workshop with Dr. Berne, November 8th: The Eyes Never Lie: https://www.drsamberne.com/workshop/t... 2 Spots remaining. 👁️ *5-Week Online Course: From Diagnosis to Direction* Begins *November 12th* | Includes a *free 30-minute private session* with me. Learn holistic tools to reduce visual stress, support regeneration, and reawaken your visual potential. 👉 [Learn More & Register](https://www.drsamberne.com/workshop/f...) 🌿 *Essential Oils for Eye Health – Master Class* *November 22nd* | Explore the science and art of using natural oils to support eye tissue and clarity. 👉 [Join the Master Class](https://www.drsamberne.com/workshop/o...) ☁️ *Membership Course: Clearing the Cloud — Reducing Cataracts Naturally* Exclusive to my membership site, this *8-week journey* teaches natural approaches to support lens clarity and light transmission. 👉 [Join the Membership](https://drsambernesmembership.com/cat...) Dr. Berne’s Kauai Retreat, February 19-24th: Link: https://www.drsamberne.com/workshop/a... Keep Up with Dr. Sam Website: https://www.drsamberne.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SamBerneOD/?... Instagram: / samberneod Twitter: / drsamberne LinkedIn: / drsamberne Keywords children, patching, trauma, stress, mechanical symptom management, eye coordination Summary The conversation delves into the psychological and emotional effects of patching on children, highlighting how it can be perceived as punishment and the limitations of traditional mechanical approaches to symptom management. Takeaways Children have no context on why they're being patched. Patching can feel like a punishment to children. Long periods of patching may not be effective. Patching can add trauma and stress to children. Mechanical symptom management does not address underlying issues. Understanding eye coordination is crucial for effective treatment. Emotional support is essential during treatment. Parents should be educated about the process. Alternative approaches may be more beneficial. The focus should be on holistic treatment rather than just symptoms. Sound bites "Patching becomes like a punishment." "It adds more trauma and stress." "It has nothing to do with how to use your eyes together." Chapters 00:00 Understanding the Impact of Patching on Children 00:17 The Limitations of Mechanical Symptom Management Sam Berne (00:03.732) Okay, well, my first question is, how did you find me? Online, honestly, yes. Looking at lot of alternative methods for my daughter, and I found you. And what was it that resonated with you, with me? Sam Berne (00:29.454) Um, mostly, but I mean, there was a few things. First, I noticed you didn't wear glasses. So I thought that was, or at least most of your videos. So I thought that was already something that was different. Sam Berne (00:45.454) Yeah, you just had alternatives. And even the way you talk about some people like trying to I think you'd mentioned that prescriptions can, you know, be like a drug, and you can lean off of it. Yes. And I really like that idea. Because I think sometimes we jump a little bit too quick to to glasses. And sometimes, yeah, they just need more and more. Okay. Yeah. So What I read about your history is that in your daughter, you first noticed the eye turning at about 10 months. Is that right? And when did you actually either go to your pediatrician or ophthalmologist to have it checked out? Yeah. So I think it was like her one year appointment that the doctor, I had mentioned it and then he had said to go to an ophthalmologist. went there. It was so interesting. She had said that she didn't notice any eye turn, which is fine because it doesn't happen that often. So she didn't notice it in the appointment. she said that she's like, I don't know.
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    56 min
  • Rewiring Vision

    Rewiring Vision
    Oct 27 2025
    Bio: Dr. Sam Berne, OD, BF (Behavioral Optometry)** brings over 40 years of pioneering work at the intersection of vision science, neuroplasticity, and whole-person wellness. Based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, he is both a clinician and thought-leader in holistic and integrative eye care. Qualifications & Training * B.S., Pennsylvania State University * Doctor of Optometry, Pennsylvania College of Optometry * Post-doctoral fellowship at the Gesell Institute, affiliated with Yale University, focusing on infant/child development. ([Dr. Sam Berne][1]) *Certified in Iridology by Dr. Ellen Jensen * Licensure in multiple states (including New Mexico and Hawaiʻi), with advanced training in behavioral/neuro-developmental optometry. ([Dr. Sam Berne Professional Focus Dr. Berne’s approach goes beyond traditional eye exams. He treats vision as a dynamic system of eye-brain-body interaction, using modalities such as vision therapy, color/light therapy, somatic movement, craniosacral work, and nutritional support. Career Highlights * Founded a private practice in Santa Fe that has served children and adults with vision difficulties, learning disorders, traumatic brain injury, and neuro-sensory challenges for over three decades. * Authored multiple books and educational resources, including *Creating Your Personal Vision* and *Vital Vision*, bridging clinical practice with holistic perspective. * International presenter and retreat leader in holistic vision, teaching in locations such as Hawaiʻi, Mexico, Europe and Russia. * Faculty member of the Esalen Institute (Big Sur, CA), leading retreats in whole-health, vision, color therapy and subtle energy. Signature Programs & Innovations * **Functional Vision Integrative Body™ Certification**: a practitioner training program integrating functional vision, somatic movement and holistic eye-brain protocols. * Holistic retreat offerings (e.g., multi-day vision & transformation retreats) grounded in his belief that vision healing is as much about the nervous system, body processes and energy as it is about lenses. * A dedicated focus on conditions often underserved in conventional optometry such as cataracts, macular degeneration, post-viral vision dysfunction, and neuro-plastic enhancement of vision. Mission & Philosophy Dr. Berne’s mission is to empower people to **see clearer, feel better and live brighter**. He challenges the default model of “prescribe-and-manage” by addressing root causes, leveraging neuroplasticity and designing personalized pathways for vision improvement. He states: “Vision is not only about the eyes—it is the organ of light, tied to how the brain, body and spirit work together.” Why People Seek Him Out Individuals come to Dr. Berne when they are ready to: * Explore alternatives to surgery or stronger prescriptions * Reconnect vision with systemic health, brain function and lifestyle * Navigate complex cases (learning-related vision issues, brain injury, progressive ocular conditions) with integrative and functional tools * Participate in immersive experiences (retreats/workshops) that shift not just their vision but their entire visual system and life patterns Contact & Offerings * Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico * Clinic: Holistic Eye Care & Vision Therapy * Online: Tele-medicine, practitioner training, membership portals and global reach * Workshops: In-person retreats and online deep-dives in vision, neuroplasticity and whole-system health **Dr. Sam Berne** stands at the nexus of vision science, holistic health and transformational coaching, offering a unique pathway for those who refuse to live by limits in their eyesight—or in their lives. Join Dr. Sam Berne for These Upcoming Events: 🌀 In-Person Workshop – November 8 A full-day immersion in holistic vision and neuroplastic healing. 💻 5-Week Online Workshop – Begins November 12 Experience Dr. Berne’s Functional Vision methods from anywhere in the ...
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    10 min
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