Sirens of The Shield "Breaking The Silence"

In this episode Bill Parravano speaks about his foundation and how breathing exercises can help mitigate trauma. One Breath, One Movement. A Holistic approach to Healing.

In this episode Eric and I speak about some current events, awareness, and intervention of Trauma exposures among First Responders. While understanding the need of our services are in need more than ever.

In this episode I speak with Todd Maguire that is a 27 year veteran of the Queensland Police Service in Australia. He shares his experience working as an undercover police constable and talks about the book he wrote sharing his story.

This episode we are pleased to annouce that Marlon Marrache is on the show! Marlon is a retired LAPD Internal Affairs Investigator, he does his own podcast show which you need to check out, its a Must See!We talk about IA in a perspective that most don't see. Breaking The Silence on a tough subject.

On this episode we have a Keith Cole, who is a USMC Veteran that served during the Vietnam War. During his struggles as a Marine, he has written a book named Burnout, Gods Recovery Plan. In the episode he speaks about his struggles, and the book that he has written, and how it can help you on your pathway of life.

In this episode we discuss the knowledge gap between FR and Civilians and how we can change it. We discuss how to handle it and their understanding of Trauma VS our version of Trauma.

Understanding the power in sharing your traumatic story/experience. How this helps others have the courage and strength to step forward and obtain help themselves to begin Healing.

Dive into the episode where we discuss the differences between different titles in the Mental Health World. Gather information on how best to choose your pathway to a better you through obtaining the right and correct resource.

This episode talks about the expectations and measurement of your peer support group, or mental wellness programs. It is more for the people behind the wheel of peer support not so much for the people needing support.Also touch base on the topic of speakers charging a fortune to speak at events! Caution: This episode may hurt feelings, however if you find yourself having hurt feelings then it may be due to your the one charging stupid prices to help First Responders! TAKE NOTE

Special Broadcast from the NC Mental Wellness Summit, (First Ever)Talking about the success of the event, resources, collaboration, the direction of mental health. Pierce Foundation is the Host of the event. This is how the STIGMA ENDS!!!If you did not attend you missed so many great opportunities, however there are future events being planned.Shout Out to all Involved with making this a Success.

What our employers need to change in order to contribute a Positive Environment and Foundation for a First Responders Mental Health.Shout Out To SAMMY

Discussing Burnout an how to mitigate it, what effects it has on a First Responder.

This episode is a special podcast that tells the details about the launch of a new program that is co-sponsored by Curtis Bartlett Fitness in Galax, VAIt is an overview of the need, why, how, and what the program is.Please listen and come aboard the program to get Physically, Mentally, and Spiritually FIT!!!

Defining roles of the administrative staff, and your unique role within the Mental Health of staff.

This is an Introduction to Sirens of The Shield "SOTS".Answers to questions you may have.