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Let’s say you have a little money
From a broad perspective, it is essential that our industry remains relevant and strives to meet the needs of our respective communities
Columbia, South Carolina, a city steeped in history, witnessed an unprecedented milestone on October 22, 1990—the induction of Chantè Coad into the revered ranks of the Columbia Fire Department
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
It's no secret that firefighting is an exhilarating but dangerous job
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
A recent study published in the journal Psychology of Sport and Exercise sheds more light on the mind-body performance connection, particularly divergent thinking, and cognitive flexibility
Performance anxiety is the fear that our mind creates about performing a task, even to the point of paralysis
Poor sleep is common for many firefighters and believe it or not, a good night’s sleep starts from the moment you wake up in the morning
No one ever argues against the concept of willpower: it’s a great tool to have in your shed
So, you find yourself “on days” as a fire service administrator
Popular detoxification programs such as juice cleanses, sugar detoxes, elimination diets, fasting and taking fiber supplements usually involve eating minimal food
“The funniest comedians in the world are in firehouses,” says Brian Quinn
It’s very difficult having so much responsibility
There’s a strong correlation between exposure to nature and positive health outcomes
There was a time a couple of years ago when my kids got curious about our family traditions
Hot yoga—usually practicing Hatha or vinyasa at about 104 degrees F for about an hour— has become popular in recent years but buy-in from the fire service is still a challenge
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
Firefighting is a demanding job that requires us to be response-ready when the call comes in
Dyslexia should never prevent anyone from working in the fire service
Building wealth is simple
Insurance can help promote your firefighters’ financial, mental, and behavioral health—plus learn about other value-added services that your insurance may offer to help your members thrive