Creating Your Power Move: A Personal Reset Button
As a first responder, you understand the importance of having reliable tools at your disposal. You maintain your equipment, practice your skills, and prepare for
As a first responder, you understand the importance of having reliable tools at your disposal. You maintain your equipment, practice your skills, and prepare for
In a profession where darkness often overshadows hope, where trauma is routine, and where cynicism can easily take root, how does a person of faith
In the high-stress world of emergency services, resilience is an essential survival skill. Yet in the first responder community, discussions about resilience often focus on
Let me share something personal with you. In 2011, I lost my dad. I was angry — angry at God, angry at my mom for
We’ve all heard about the importance of self-care, but when it comes to trauma recovery, certain practices become not just helpful but critical. Trauma expert
One of the best podcasts I have listened to recently featured an interview with Ian Morgan Cron on the anatomy of addiction and the illusion
As a first responder, you face challenges that most people can’t imagine. The daily exposure to trauma, stress, and human suffering can leave you feeling
As a first responder, you carry more than just your gear. Each call, each scene, each life-changing moment adds weight to an invisible bag you
Discover how comfort objects can help first responders manage stress and trauma. Learn the science behind transitional objects and practical ways to incorporate them into your coping toolkit.
Just as winter trees bear the weight of ice and snow, first responders carry the emotional weight of their experiences. Understanding how to manage this
It was 3:11 AM when my phone rang. My mother’s voice cracked as she told me my dad was gone. An aortic aneurysm – something
As a first responder, your mind and body are constantly processing intense situations. When your adrenaline surges and your thoughts start racing, you need a
As a first responder, your mind and body face intense challenges daily. When trauma, stress, or anxiety threaten to overwhelm you, grounding techniques can serve
In today’s fast-paced world, finding simple yet effective tools for managing anxiety has become increasingly important. Enter the worry stone – a small but mighty
Do you ever find yourself caught between yesterday’s regrets and tomorrow’s worries? You’re not alone. As psychologist Abraham Maslow wisely noted, “I can feel guilty