The Tidings: Jeff Bearden on Overcoming Alcohol, Drug Abuse, and Depression by webmaster | Dec 12, 2015 | News | 0 comments Michael Wahle, for The Tidings, writes about Jeff Bearden’s past of overcoming challenges. In the article, she recounts Jeff’s fight against alcohol, drug abuse, and depressions, culminating in his strength from wrestling, prayer, and love.