EPISODE · Jul 23, 2026 · 52 MIN
He Lost Everything. Then He Beat Addiction, Stage 4 Cancer & Rebuilt His Life
from The Resilience Files: Unlocked Podcast · host Bernans, Carrie
He Lost Everything. Then He Beat Addiction, Stage 4 Cancer & Rebuilt His LifeJack Skidmore had what many would consider a successful life—until a devastating accident changed everything.What followed was a battle with chronic pain, prescription medication addiction, Stage 4 prostate cancer, the end of a 30-year relationship, and the difficult journey of rebuilding his identity.Rather than allowing those setbacks to define him, Jack embraced a simple philosophy: "Good." That mindset became the foundation for an extraordinary transformation.Today, he's healthier than ever, has lost 130 pounds, pursues acting and modeling, and travels the country in his camper, proving that it's never too late to reinvent your life.In this inspiring conversation, Jack shares:How one accident changed the course of his lifeHis recovery from prescription pain medication addictionSurviving Stage 4 prostate cancerThe lifestyle changes that transformed his healthFinding purpose after career successWhy every setback became an opportunity for growthThe power of choosing resilience every single dayThis episode is a reminder that no matter what you've been through, your next chapter is still yours to write.Support the show📅 New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts📱 Follow us on Instagram: @theresiliencefiless
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He Lost Everything. Then He Beat Addiction, Stage 4 Cancer & Rebuilt His Life Jack Skidmore had what many would consider a successful life—until a devastating accident changed everything. What followed was a battle with chronic pain, prescription medication addiction, Stage 4 prostate cancer, the end of a 30-year relationship, and the difficult journey of rebuilding his identity. Rather than allowing those setbacks to define him, Jack embraced a simple philosophy: "Good." That mindset bec...
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