Pathway To Wellness With Robin

Hi Friends, I am back with another great episode to share with you today. In this interesting conversation, I am joined with Michael Sugrue, a United States Air Force Veteran, Retired Law Enforcement Officer and an International best selling author.Michael shares parts of his story, but he also generously shares about his journey back from an event that changed the trajectory of his career and ultimately his life. He also explains that it's not always just one event that can lead us in a different direction in life, but it can be a series of events that lead up to a journey of improving our mental health and I can relate to that completely.Michael also shares a lot of resources that were helpful to him. There are many ways to embark on a healing journey and like I always say, you have to find the methods and tools that work for you. I 'm excited for you to hear Michaels story and I appreciate you being here. Thank you for listening!Resources Mentioned:Nucalm.com (Meditation App)West Coast Post Trauma Retreat (With the First Responder Support Network)Book: Relentless Courage - Winning The Battle Against Frontline Trauma - Also with Dr. Shauna Springer, PHDIf this podcast episode has inspired you in some way, please consider subscribing so you don't miss future episodes.Outro Music created and provided by: Dominic Cretacci - US Navy VeteranDisclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. Any information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.  Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified medical provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment before undertaking a new health care regimen.  Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard or read about on this podcast.

Hi Friends, In the past few years, some friends have encouraged me to share my story and I felt ready to share it. We all come from different backgrounds and different places and the history of our family can be very different, but when we go through stressful experiences in life and if we did not know how to process those experiences, it can affect our mind and body and not in a good way. Honestly, I did not know I had trauma from my childhood. Stress and anxiety became the new baseline for my mind and body and I did not know any different.However, we can only go through life that way for so long and then the mind and body let us know that something is not right. Sometimes in the form of unexplained symptoms.Thankfully, there are ways we can get through the past experiences in a healthy way, but we first have to acknowledge those experiences and how they affected us and still affect us. After that, the real work toward balance can begin. It is a process and even though it does not have to be hard, it is hard work. We have to heal ourselves, but we need to learn how to do that. Once we learn what works for us in this journey, we just need to be dedicated and consistent and that is where we start to find our own personal Pathway To Wellness. Thank you for listening to my story and if you would like more information on my coaching services, please visit my website at: www.pathwaytowellnesswithrobin.com.If this podcast has inspired you in some way, please consider subscribing and please feel free share this podcast with someone who may need a little inspiration.Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. Any information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified medical provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment before undertaking a new health care regimen. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard or read about on this podcast.Outro Music created and provided by: Dominic Cretacci - US Navy Veteran

Hi Friends, I hope you are doing well. I have been taking a little break from the podcast, but I wanted to check in to share some ways I support my mind and body through the Holidays and beyond.This time of year is so exciting, but it can also be busy and tiring. That's why I wanted to share some ways I support my mind and body that could help inspire you to do the same.Starting a new routine can be tough at first, but once you get used to it, it can become something you look forward to. I feel that taking time for myself is one of the most important parts of my daily routine and although it may change from time to time, it helps to support me so I can be an even better and healthier version of myself.I hope you find this helpful and as always, thank you for listening and I hope you have a Healthy and Happy Holiday Season!If this podcast has inspired you in some way, please consider subscribing so you will not miss an episode!Outro Music Created and Provided By: Dominic Cretacci, US Navy VeteranDisclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. Anyinformation on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualifiedmedical provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment before undertaking a new health care regimen. Never disregard professional medical advice or delayseeking it because of something you have heard or read about on this podcast.

Hi Friends! I hope you are doing well. I have a new episode to share with you! In this episode, I have the honor of speaking with Nicole Zettlemoyer, Owner and Creator of Wreaths By Nicole P. Nicole is a US Air Force and US Marine Corps Veteran and she started her own business of making custom handmade wreaths out of Military and First Responder uniforms. What started as a small "under the table" business quickly grew into an official small business and it is growing thanks to her dedication and creativity that goes into the making of every wreath. Nicole explains about her time in the Military and how starting her small business was a way to ease her transition back into Civilian life and how it also became a way to keep connected to the Community and Country she is passionate about. It is her way to serve and give back in meaningful ways with every wreath she creates for her customers. If you would like to see the wreaths (and ornaments) she creates, please go to: www.wreathsbynicolep.com. There you will find the pricing and idea gallery of different wreaths for some of the different branches of the Military and also First Responders. There is no limit to the creativity and customization and they make a great gift for honoring the Heroes you love!As always, thank you for listening and I hope you have a great day! Outro Music Created and Provided by: Dominic Cretacci, US Navy Veteran.Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. Any information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice,diagnosis or treatment.  Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualifiedmedical provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment before undertaking a new health care regimen.  Never disregard professional medical advice or delayseeking it because of something you have heard or read about on this podcast.

Hi Friends, I am excited to share a new episode with you featuring Vance Row. He is now a retired First Responder who through his lengthy career of service, fell out of balance in work and life. Thankfully, he has regained that balance and he is also teaching others to do the same through yoga. We had a great conversation. He explained how he got started in Law Enforcement and a few projects he worked on while in that profession. He also explained how in time, the long hours and stress of the job started to burn him out and he turned to alcohol to cope. Thankfully, his caring and compassionate wife brought this to his attention and Vance was able to find his way back to balance in his relationship, work and life and is still working on maintaining that balance.This journey led him to explore Yoga and it really helped him! It inspired him to become a Yoga teacher so he could teach it to other First Responders as a way to relax and support their mental health. I admire Vance's path to finding balance because just like many of the stories I have had the honor to hear on this podcast, this is a great example of dialectical thinking. Out of something bad can come something good and that is exactly what Vance is sharing on this episode.I hope you enjoy it and thank you for listening! Where to follow Vance:www.yoga-rescue.comResources Mentioned:Yoga With AdrieneInsight Timer - app (ios or android)Jessica Hagy - Reiki PractitionerQuote - "Follow Your Bliss" - Joseph CampbellOutro Music created and provided by Dominic Cretacci, US Navy Veteran.Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. Any information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.  Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualifiedmedical provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment before undertaking a new health care regimen.  Never disregard professional medical advice or delayseeking it because of something you have heard or read about on this podcast.

Hi Friends, I have a new inspiring show to share! In this episode, I have the honor of speaking with Ryan Woodruff. He is a Marine Corps Veteran and he shares a little of what it was like when he was serving over seas and the toll it can take on the mind and body.He also shares the bumpy road he experienced through his transition back into civilian life and what led to him becoming a CEO of a Non-Profit that helps Veterans find valuable resources (including service dogs) and a thriving sense of community. I appreciate Ryan's willingness to share his story. I really got a glimpse of what a soldier can go through when they are serving on battlefield and when they come back home. The mind and body adapts to the stress of always being on high alert. The transition back seems lonely, confusing and frustrating and I am thankful we have people like Ryan to help bring more awareness to this challenging time. However, just like he went through his battle overseas and the battle in his mind, he found his way through it and is now helping others find their way through also. That is very inspiring!Resources Mentioned:Book: Wild At Heart - John Eldredgehttps://www.clearpath4vets.com/If this podcast has inspired you in some way, please consider subscribing so you will be the first to receive new episodes when they are released.Thank you for listening and I hope you have a great day!Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. Any information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.  Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified medical provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment before undertaking a new health care regimen.  Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard or read about on this podcast.Outro Created and Provided By Dominic Cretacci - US Navy Veteran.Music Outro Created and Provided by: Dominic Cretacci - US Navy Veteran

Early Release! Hi Friends! Have you ever gone through a life changing event and then wondered how to start moving forward from there? My guest on this episode had that happen and he explains his journey and how he moved forward from a motorcycle accident that caused him to lose his eyesight.Kijuan is an Author, Motivational Speaker and an Air Force Veteran. He shares so much inspiration in this episode. He also has so much passion and enthusiasm for life that is contagious as you will hear because he kept making me laugh!I learned many things from my conversation with Kijuan, but one lesson that I really liked was his example of nurturing his passions even through adversity. When I asked Kijuan about his love of music and specifically the drums, I saw and heard the little child within him come to life and it was an amazing thing to see and hear.I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did and I am releasing this a little early because Kijuan will be speaking at the Will To Overcome event in Carrboro, NC on May 3rd from 12-3pm est. Here is the link to learn more and for ticket information: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/will-to-overcome-tickets-1258282289199If you would like to also learn more about Kijuan and his story, please visit his website at: https://ameymotivation.com/ and he also has a book called Don't Focus On Why Me - From Motorcycle Accident To Miracle.As always, thank you for listening and I hope you have a great day!Outro Music Created & Provided by: US Navy Veteran - Dominic Cretacci Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. Any information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.  Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualifiedmedical provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment before undertaking a new health care regimen.  Never disregard professional medical advice or delayseeking it because of something you have heard or read about on this podcast.

Hi Friends, I have a new inspiring episode to share with you today. In this episode, I have the honor of speaking with Michael Parker. He is a Marine turned Cowboy that has experienced a very frustrating, but rewarding health and life journey so far. Michael explains about his time in the Military and he also explains about the trials and tribulations of integrating back into Civilian life. Through all the ups and downs, it led him to a place of faith, more balance and service for Veterans and First Responders.Michael has created a retreat experience for Veterans and First Responders out in the place where he found balance and peace - in nature. He was also called to become a dog trainer and is now training canine companions with his girlfriend and co-founder of Devil Dog Canine.It was an honor to hear Michael's story and I am inspired by some of the ways he found hope and resilience. I do want to add that Michael does explain his journey in depth so please listen at your own discretion.If you would like to connect with Michael or learn more about his retreats or dog training opportunities, please see below:www.2crranch.comwww.devildogcanine.comThank you for listening and I hope you have a great day.Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. Any information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified medical provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment before undertaking a new health care regimen. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard or read about on this podcast.Outro Music Created & Provided by: US Navy Veteran - Dominic Cretacci

Hi Friends, It's time for another healthy dose of inspiration! On this episode, I have the honor of interviewing Chad Bruckner. He is a Veteran, First Responder, Published Author, Motivational Speaker and more! Chad generously shares his story and the life lessons he learned along the way. He gives lots of good information on things he does to build and maintain his mental health and I learned a lot from him in the time we spent together. Chad also shares his thoughts on leadership and I also like his perspective. In this episode, I found that I could personally relate to a lot of what Chad was saying. It is so interesting how the Veteran and First Responder communities have taught me that we really are all connected in one way or another. I hope you enjoy this episode and if it has inspired you in some way, please consider subscribing so you will be the first to receive new episodes when they are released. Here are some resources that Chad shared:Book:The Holy Trinity Of Successful And Healthy Police Organizations: Improving Leadership, Culture And Wellness - Chad BrucknerWebsites:www.motivate-change.comwww.intercountyis.comDisclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. Any information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice,diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualifiedmedical provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment before undertaking a new health care regimen. Never disregard professional medical advice or delayseeking it because of something you have heard or read about on this podcast.

Hi Friends, I have another great episode for you today.In this episode, I have the honor of talking with Richard T. Oakley. He is a retired DEA Agent and I have learned so much from him since I have known him. He has had quite a life and career journey and he has learned that in order to be the best version of himself for himself and for those around him, he has to take care of his health and wellness.Rich also shares his thoughts on leadership and I think his approach is very much needed in work and life these days. He is a gentle soul with so much passion to help and I am thankful for the time we shared on this podcast episode.Here are a few resources he shared:Books:Necessary Losses - Judith ViorstThe New Centurions - Joseph WambaughHealthy Food Ingredient App:YukaOnline Bible Verses:(YouTube)Verse Of The Day*You can also learn more about Rich's story in the book Wounds To Wisdom - Healing Through Veteran and First Responder Narratives.https://www.thepowerofourstory.com/Thank you for listening and I hope you have a great day.Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. Any information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice,diagnosis or treatment.Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualifiedmedical provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment before undertaking a new health care regimen.Never disregard professional medical advice or delayseeking it because of something you have heard or read about on this podcast.

Hi Friends, Happy New Year and I hope this year brings you happiness, inspiration and growth. I have a new podcast episode to share with you. Joining me is a very special woman who is kind, compassionate and someone who is bringing back a small and important act of kindness for our protectors and others. She has also inspired me to do the same! Her name is Natalie and her voice is so sweet and her story is very heartfelt and inspiring. Out of a life situation that was sad and hard, came a beautiful movement that is very important and needed in this world. Natalie is the founder of Nothing But Love Notes and in this episode, she explains her story and how this movement of love and kindness got started one love note at a time. Thank you for listening and I hope you have a great day! If this podcast has inspired you in some way, please consider subscribing so you can be the first to receive future episodes. Website:https://www.nothingbutlovenotes.com/ (Nothing But Love Notes can also be found on Facebook and Instagram.) Book: All Because Of A Love Note - https://www.nothingbutlovenotes.com/my-book Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. Any information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.   Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified medical provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment before undertaking a new health care regimen.   Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard or read about on this podcast.

Hi Friends, I have a new episode for you today with a special person who has made a beautiful impact on my life. Her name is Sara Correll and because of her, I have been blessed to be a part of a special community of Veterans and First Responders that have not only accepted me as one of their own, but some have taken me under their wing and shared with me their knowledge and wisdom that I am extremely thankful for. Sara created The Power Of Our Story - Coffee and Conversation groups. A group of Veterans, First Responders and Caring Bridge Builders that come together each week (virtually) to share their story and listen to and support others sharing their stories. She has built a safe and judgement free zone for our protectors and it is an honor to be among these amazing people each week. In this episode, Sara shares her story and how she got started creating a community that fosters connection, learning and acceptance in an environment that feels like family. I hope you enjoy this episode. Thank you for listening and I hope you have a great day. If this podcast has helped to inspire you in any way, please consider subscribing so you will be the first to receive new episodes. How to connect: ⁠www.thepowerofourstory.com⁠ Email: [email protected] Book: Wounds To Wisdom - Healing Through Veteran and First Responder Narratives Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. Any information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified medical provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment before undertaking a new health care regimen. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard or read about on this podcast.

Hi Friends, I have a new podcast episode to share with a very good friend of mine. George and I grew up together. He lived next door to me and I cannot tell you how many times I would see him practicing Martial Arts in his back yard and now he has his own fighting academy! He takes us through his journey of starting out at the bottom while working his way up any way he could while paying attention to the people in his life and the life lessons along the way. His life was not easy and he had to use his Martial Arts training and discipline to help propel him to where he is today... The Owner and Head Coach of GT Fighting Academy. I am extremely proud of him for all he has accomplished and I'm thankful to call him my friend. If you would like to learn more about the GT Fighting Academy, please visit: www.gtfightingacademy.com Some of the Authors, Books & Additional Resources Mentioned: Kevin Seaman - The Mind Game Of Competition Seeking The Path Of Jeet Kune DO The Mindgame of MMA Rickson Gracie - Breathe Burton Richardson The Weapons and Martial Arts Of Indonesia Carlos Machado Morning Coffee with Marcaida Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. Any information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified medical provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment before undertaking a new health care regimen. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard or read about on this podcast.

Hi Friends, I have another great episode to share with you! In this episode, we get to learn from Dave Sanderson. He is an author, leadership speaker and an Inspirational Survivor from the "Miracle On The Hudson". Dave was the last passenger off US Airways Flight 1549 that had to ditch into the river after both engines were destroyed just after takeoff. Dave shares many life lessons he learned before and especially after that turning point in his life. His story is a an amazing example of Posttraumatic Growth and I am excited to have him share his story with all of us. I learned so much from him and it was a pleasure to have him as a guest. There are times in life that we are called to stand up and lead and Dave had to do just that. Now he is making it his mission to help mentor others by helping them create the life they desire. I hope you enjoy this episode and as always, thank you for listening and I hope you have a great day! Books Mentioned: Moments Matter - Dave Sanderson From Turmoil To Triumph - Dave Sanderson The Limitless Life - Dave Sanderson Brace For Impact - Dorothy Firman and Kevin Quirk Moments Matter Magazine - Dave's Website listed below... www.davesandersonspeaks.com If this episode helped inspire you in some way, please consider subscribing so you can keep up to date with future episodes. Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. Any information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified medical provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment before undertaking a new health care regimen. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard or read about on this podcast.

Hi Friends, it's been a little while, but I'm back with a new episode that is very inspiring! In this episode, I talk to Chaplain Todd Stewart who is a Retired Fire Fighter, a Trauma Resiliency Peer Coach, a Chaplain serving First Responders and a contributing author in the new book Wounds To Wisdom: Healing Through Veteran and First Responder Narratives. Todd takes us on the twists and turns of his story and he also shares ways he created his own personal spiritual practice and how you can too! This episode is full of knowledge and wisdom that is so helpful especially in times like these. I hope you enjoy it and as always, thank you for listening and I hope you have a great day! Resources: www.22zero.org www.firstrespondersbridge.org www.chaplains.care https://lcmc.net To get in touch with Chaplain Todd: [email protected] Bible Verses & Psalms Mentioned: New Testament - 2nd Corinthians 12:8-10 & Romans 5:1-5 Psalm 121 Book: Wounds To Wisdom: Healing Through Veteran and First Responder Narratives Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. Any information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new health care regimen. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard or read on or about this podcast.

Hi Friends, on this episode, I talk to Mark who is a retired Law Enforcement Officer and he shares his story. He takes us through his journey of going through some frustrating challenges from his past and on the job that brought him to the brink of despair. Thankfully, he found his way back and in the process, he has made it his mission to help other First Responders through his foundation - Protecting The Guardian. In this episode, Mark explains about his symptoms and his journey. Please listen at your own discretion. Here is the link to Marks foundation: https://protectingtheguardian.com/ As always, thank you for listening and I hope you have a great day! Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. Any information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified medical provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment before undertaking a new health care regimen. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard or read about on this podcast.

Hi Friends, In This episode, I have the pleasure of talking with Aaron Terrill. He is a medically retired Police Officer and he shares his story of being involved in an on duty accident that changed the course of his career and his life. Through his journey of sustaining multiple traumatic brain injuries, he cultivated a Warrior Mindset and it fueled his passion to help First Responders and Veterans. I know Aaron personally and his determination to help others (Myself Included) is amazing. It is an honor to know him and learn from him and I am excited for you to hear this episode. *I do want to add that Aaron does talk about his symptoms and diagnosis, so please listen at your own discretion. Aaron also wanted me to provide his email address. It is: [email protected] Thank you for listening and I hope you have a great day! Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. Any information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified medical provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment before undertaking a new health care regimen. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard or read about on this podcast.

Hi Friends, Have you ever wondered about how to get started in journaling? If so, this episode is for you! In this episode, I talk to Janet Wiszowaty who is a retired dispatcher for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and she shares her story and how she navigated her journey through PTSD and the related symptoms she experienced. She used journaling as a tool on her journey and I really like her guidance on how she uses it to process heavy emotions. There are so many ways you can use journaling in your life that I did not know about and I'm thankful for the knowledge she shares with us in this episode. She also shares some additional resources that are listed below: Books: The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron The Magic of Thinking Big by David Schwartz The Magic by Rhonda Byrne The Year The World Paused: Stories of Inspiration and Transformation by Janet Wiszowaty The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren Intro To Journaling Video: https://youtu.be/kjyqGhF5e_Q?si=jWlvv2KO-plGZeTp Thank you for listening and I hope you have a great day! Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. Any information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified medical provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment before undertaking a new health care regimen. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard or read about on this podcast.

Hi Friends, on this episode, I share the benefits of meditation and different ways to try it if you are interested in that. I have personally tried a few different ways to meditate, but I did not feel they were completely right for me. Then, I was taught a way of doing it from the brain retraining program that I used. I enjoy it so much that I still meditate like this! On this episode, I give an example of the way I do a visualization meditation so you can see what it is like if you have not tried it before. The good thing is that you can customize a way of meditating that works for you. I feel that for me, it is a good way to relax and in time, it can actually help to regulate emotions. It is a way I can spend time on my self-care and I honestly look forward to doing this each night before I go to sleep. See what you think and as always, thank you for listening and I hope you have a great day! Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. Any information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified medical provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment before undertaking a new health care regimen. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard or read about on this podcast.

Hi Friends, I would like to welcome Deborah Green to the podcast. She beautifully shared her story and ways she supports her mind and body on her health journey and in everyday life. She is a retired Public Safety Dispatcher and she has made it her mission to share her story in the hopes that it will help and inspire First Responders as they continue to navigate their career and beyond. We had a fun chat and I learned a lot from her. I am excited for you to hear her story and her words of wisdom. She has also recommended a few books that are listed below: Emotional Survival for Law Enforcement by Kevin M. Gilmartin, Ph.D. Relentless Courage by Michael Sugrue and Shawna Howarth Springer Facing Evil by Scott J. Brown and Victoria M. Newman If you would like to follow Deborah on social media, here is the link: linktr.ee/d911green  Thank you for listening and I hope you have a great day! Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. Any information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified medical provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment before undertaking a new health care regimen. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard or read about on this podcast.

Hi Friends, on this episode, I wanted to share a few thoughts on how I learned how to rebuild my relationship with myself. There are many ways to do this and I go over a few ways that helped me. This is a process and an important one. I had to forgive myself first before I could try to forgive others and to also expect others to forgive me. Thank you for listening and thank you for being on this journey with me. Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. Any information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified medical provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment before undertaking a new health care regimen. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard or read about on this podcast.

Hi Friends, I'm so excited to share this episode with a special guest. His name is Jonathan and he shares his story and ways he was able to support his mind and body after transitioning from the Military and now in his everyday life. It was an honor to talk with Jonathan and learn from him. I hope you enjoy listening to this episode! Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. Any information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified medical provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment before undertaking a new health care regimen. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard or read about on this podcast.

Hi Friends, today I wanted to share some inspiration on how our struggles can be our strength. This was an important lesson that I had to learn and I see how struggles I had in the past have led me to become stronger in many ways. I share a few ways that help me when I am struggling. There are a lot of things we can do to help walk ourselves through times of struggle and intense emotion. We just have to find ways that feel comfortable to us. It also gets a little easier in time once we find and use tools to support and balance our mind and body. Thank you for listening and I hope you have a great day. Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. Any information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified medical provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment before undertaking a new health care regimen. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard or read about on this podcast.

Hi Friends, on this episode, I wanted to share a little about my personal experience with Posttraumatic Growth. I explain what it is and I go over the 5 domains of PTG and how I was able to relate to each domain in some way. Learning about the science of PTG gave me so much hope and I wanted to share that hope with you also. I am thankful you are on this journey with me and I look forward to sharing more ideas and inspiration in future episodes. Thank you for listening and I hope you have a great day. Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. Any information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.  Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified medical provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment before undertaking a new health care regimen.  Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard or read about on this podcast.

Hi Friends, I wanted to record a quick episode of some ways I learned how to speak to myself with kindness and compassion. By doing this consistently, I was able to help cultivate a relationship of safety within myself. What are some ways you can speak to yourself with more kindness and compassion? Thank you for listening to this episode! Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. Any information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.  Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified medical provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment before undertaking a new health care regimen.  Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard or read about on this podcast.