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Peer support has become a hot topic lately, and for good reason
In the world of firefighting, strength, bravery, and resilience are qualities that define these everyday heroes
While it’s perfectly normal – and refreshingly human – to have moments when we feel less than completely confident, long stretches of self-doubt can signal self-esteem problems
No one ever argues against the concept of willpower: it’s a great tool to have in your shed
It’s very difficult having so much responsibility
When was the last time a significant other said, “You treat the general public better than you treat me?” Ouch
In 2020, a significant health awakening prompted me to address my nervous system before my symptoms and overall health deteriorated any further
Dyslexia should never prevent anyone from working in the fire service
Despite the reputation stress has, it remains an important aspect of optimal functioning
Do you have a “lizard brain?” Well, you sort of do
When we think about the toll of the job, it comes through many moments
It took a lot of trial and error with a big emphasis on the error part, to figure out just who I would be when I finally grew up
If CBD doesn’t make you feel high, why are people using it to reduce stress or “calm the mind”? Research into CBD has shown it has multiple effects on the brain from reducing symptoms of anxiety all t
Firefighters are often seen as brave and heroic individuals, but they face numerous physical and psychological challenges every day
As a trauma therapist who works with First Responders and Front Line Workers, I get a unique vantage point and the opportunity to hear what is really coming up for those of you serving on the front li
The issue of mental health is prominent everywhere in the public safety profession and it is an issue that commands a new perspective
When firefighters think of psychotherapy, they might picture someone lying on a leather chaise lounge while a cross-legged therapist peers over his glasses, frowns and asks, “How does that really make
The more primitive parts of the human brain – the brain stem, cerebellum, and basal ganglia – are shared by lizards and humans
Firefighting is one of the best jobs around
A career in firefighting involves inherent risks and dangers, including short- and long-term medical, psychological, and social strains
Firefighters risk their own lives and health at work while trying to serve the public
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“Mindset and physical performance are linked
Is there a stigma attached to developing post-traumatic stress disorder as a first responder? Unfortunately, the answer to that question is yes