PTSD Rehabilitation for Veterans and First Responders. An insightful chat with Jodi Allen.

In this rich, wide-ranging conversation, Mark McConville sits down with Jodi Allen— Former member of the RAAF (14 yrs) , clinical nutritionist, trauma-sensitive yoga teacher, and lead facilitator of the 4 Aussie Heroes Foundation's Triumph Over Trauma program. This is a very compelling episode.Jodi's story is extraordinary. She joined the Air Force at 17, suffered a spinal fusion at 24, stayed in service for another decade, and was eventually medically discharged. Now Jodi works on the frontlines of PTSD rehabilitation for veterans and first responders.WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER:The 4 Aussie Heroes Foundation & Triumph Over Trauma Program An 11-day live-in rehabilitation retreat for veterans and first responders with PTSD. Mark and Jodi have both been involved since day one in 2018. The program's unique partner weekend and 3-month refresh program make it unlike anything else in Australia.The Science of Chronic Stress Why hypervigilance becomes "bone deep" in first responders and veterans. How chronic stress affects cardiovascular health, immune function, and mental wellbeing. Trauma-Sensitive Yoga What makes yoga "trauma-informed" and why all yoga should be. The power of choice-based practice. Why 12 people on 12 mats can all be doing something different—and that's alright. Buddy Up Australia & Tactical Nutrition Working with Queensland Police on nutrition programs designed specifically for the unique demands of active service. The Big Announcement Jodi Allen joins Mark for a 4-part Life Skills Masterclass series starting next week! Based on the WHO's 10 core life skills plus mindfulness and lifestyle medicine, this series will be essential listening.This episode is funny, moving, practical, and deeply human. Don't miss it.If you've enjoyed this episode, please share it with your friends, leave a comment, like, subscribe, all of that sort of stuffFor More Info on Jodi Allen: https://www.jodiallennutrition.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jodi-allen-944a76138/https://www.youtube.com/@jodiallenyogaInsta: @jodiallennutritionFor More info on the 4 Aussie Heroes Foundation "Triumph Over Trauma" program. https://4aussieheroes.com.auFor more info on BuddyUp Australia: https://buddyupaustralia.orgWebsite: www.thelaughterclinic.com.auYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@thelaughterclinicAus"If you or someone you know needs support, please contact one of these Australian mental health services. In an emergency, always call 000."Lifeline AustraliaPhone: 13 11 14 (24/7)Web: lifeline.org.auSuicide Call Back ServicePhone: 1300 659 467 (24/7)Web: suicidecallbackservice.org.auBeyond BluePhone: 1300 22 4636 (24/7)Web: beyondblue.org.auKids Helpline (for people aged 5-25)Phone: 1800 55 1800 (24/7)Web: kidshelpline.com.auMensLine AustraliaPhone: 1300 78 99 78 (24/7)Web: mensline.org.auSANE Australia (complex mental health issues)Phone: 1800 18 7263Web: sane.orgQLife (LGBTIQ+ support)Phone: 1800 184 527 Web: qlife.org.auOpen Arms (Veterans & Families Counselling)Phone: 1800 011 046 (24/7)Web: openarms.gov.au1800RESPECT (sexual assault, domestic violence)Phone: 1800 737 732 (24/7)Web: 1800respect.org.auHeadspace (youth mental health, ages 12-25)Phone: 1800 650 890 Web: headspace.org.au13YARN (Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander crisis support)Phone: 13 92 76 (13YARN) (24/7)Web: 13yarn.org.auMusic by Hayden Smithhttps://www.haydensmith.com