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The Berne Podcast with Dr. Sam Berne

The Berne Podcast with Dr. Sam Berne

By: 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. Alternative & Complementary Medicine Hygiene & Healthy Living
Episodes
  • Reversing Myopia Naturally: A Master class in Functional Vision

    Reversing Myopia Naturally: A Master class in Functional Vision
    Sep 28 2025
    Step into a groundbreaking journey that reveals how vision is more than just seeing — it’s healing. Beyond Sight: A Journey into Holistic Visual Healing uncovers stories of transformation, blending science, spirit, and somatic intelligence to revolutionize how we think about the eyes. 🎥 Watch the trailer now and experience the shift. 🌐 Stream it here: https://www.drsamberne.com/dr-bernes-documentary/ Join Dr. Berne's Pracitioner's training: https://www.drsamberne.com/practitioners-training/ And his upcoming workshops: https://www.drsamberne.com/workshop/from-diagnosis-to-direction-5-weeks-of-eye-health-guidance/ 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/ Keywords vision therapy, visual habits, prescription glasses, eye health, presbyopia, visual clarity, optometry, personal insights, emotional perception, intuitive insights Summary In this conversation, Sam Berne discusses the importance of visual habits and therapy, sharing personal experiences with vision issues and the impact of different prescriptions on perception and emotional well-being. The dialogue explores how adjustments in lenses can influence not only visual clarity but also personal relationships and intuitive insights in professional practice. Takeaways I started wearing glasses when I was in fifth grade. I learned about good visual habits in optometry school. I'm feeling like I'm getting early presbyopic symptoms. Definitely more clarity with the new prescription. I would cut that by half and try. It feels shaky almost like my ground is so shaky. I feel like I identify more with my type A side. This is more of my relaxed side of it. You might get more intuitive insights with different lenses. I love the way I was trained in optometry. Sound bites "Definitely more clarity." "I would cut that by half and try." "I love the way I was trained." Chapters 00:00 Vision and Personal History 02:48 Exploring Visual Habits and Therapy 04:50 Understanding Prescription Adjustments 07:05 The Impact of Lenses on Perception and Relationships Sam Berne (00:00.463) And Justine, you're the last one. tell me a little bit about your vision and how you became Nearsighted and what's your history? Yeah, so I started wearing glasses when I was in fifth grade and my optometrist prescribed me very strong minus lenses. and didn't tell me anything about visual habits. So I used to color and write really close to the page and I used to watch TV, you know, from the distance of this computer screen. And so my prescription just continued to climb and climb and climb throughout school. And it wasn't until optometry school that I learned about good visual habits, about, you know, relaxing your vision, going outside. you know, not being so glued to the screens, but you know, with COVID and technology nowadays, we're always on our screens. And so I do vision therapy with patients. And so I'm actively doing the exercises with them, especially the diverging activities. And what I'm finding is I'm approaching 36 now, and I'm feeling like I'm getting early presbyopic kind of symptoms where long-term near work, it's starting to give me strain and headaches and I even put a little bit of basin prism in my glasses just to help with that. But I'm still finding that my eyes get really tired by the end of the day. Okay, well one thing I can say right off the bat that could really help you is have you ever thought about one of these prescriptions? Yes, and that is what I I would love to strive to do that. So the way we should do this is if you've got some flippers and you can get them, then what will happen is I'm going to have you wear them over this. Yeah. Sam Berne (02:08.429) Okay, I've got it. I've done so this is a plus 50 I just want you to wear it over.
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    13 mins
  • Astigmatism Uncovered: Treating the Root Cause, Not the Symptom

    Astigmatism Uncovered: Treating the Root Cause, Not the Symptom
    Sep 24 2025
    In this episode, Dr. Sam Berne explores astigmatism—what it really is, how it develops, and why simply prescribing glasses to children may reinforce the problem instead of resolving it. Drawing from decades of experience in holistic optometry, Dr. Berne shares his philosophy of treating the root causes of astigmatism with integrative methods that support healthier vision development. Step into a groundbreaking journey that reveals how vision is more than just seeing — it’s healing. Beyond Sight: A Journey into Holistic Visual Healing uncovers stories of transformation, blending science, spirit, and somatic intelligence to revolutionize how we think about the eyes. 🎥 Watch the trailer now and experience the shift. 🌐 Stream it here: https://www.drsamberne.com/dr-bernes-documentary/ Check out my upcoming workshops Next up: My November 8th Workshop at the Geodome Link: https://www.drsamberne.com/workshop. My Kauai Retreat: https://www.drsamberne.com/workshop/ My new book Beyond the Lens: The AI Visionary Playbook for Entrepreneurs and Business Leaders. This isn’t just another tech manual. It’s a guide to reclaiming your purpose in the age of AI. To using automation without losing your intuition. To scaling your business without sacrificing your soul. Whether you’re a creative, a coach, or a CEO—this playbook will show you how to partner with AI in a way that’s ethical, embodied, and visionary. ⚡️The future isn’t coming. It’s here. And it’s human-led. Link to Buy: https://amzn.to/45kptwt
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    21 mins
  • My Hot Take On Lasik Surgery

    My Hot Take On Lasik Surgery
    Sep 23 2025
    Thinking about LASIK? In this episode, Dr. Sam Berne explores the truth behind laser eye surgery—what it promises, what it delivers, and what potential drawbacks you need to know. We'll dive into the pros and cons of LASIK, including how the procedure works, who may be a good candidate, and the long-term factors to consider before making a decision. Dr. Berne also discusses possible side effects such as dry eye, glare, halos, and regression of vision, and why not everyone achieves perfect results. You'll gain insight into the key factors that determine whether LASIK is right for you, from corneal thickness to lifestyle habits and overall eye health. If you've ever wondered whether LASIK is a safe, effective solution for vision correction—or if the risks outweigh the benefits—this episode offers clarity, context, and a holistic perspective to help you make an informed choice. Join our practitioner's program: https://www.drsamberne.com/practitioners-training/
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    12 mins
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