Episode Number: 28

Episode Number: 27

📖 Book - Safe Conversations for Work - Bill Carson

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Episode Number: 26

Publish Date: November 22, 2023

Host: Arjuna George

Guest: Christy Warren

Brief Description:

📚 Join retired firefighter Capt. Christy Warren as she shares her profound journey through PTSD, to her new path to healing. In this episode, we delve into Christy's personal experiences, the challenges of perfectionism, and the transformative power of vulnerability and therapy. Tune in for an inspiring story of resilience and hope. You are enough!

Resources and Links Mentioned in this Episode:

🔗 BC First Responders Mental Health https://bcfirstrespondersmentalhealth...

🔗www.christyewarren.com

Recommendations:

📖 Book - Burnt Around the Edges – A Guide to Mastering Stress and Surviving Burnout - Arjuna George (Available on Amazon, Apple and Google Books)

📖 Book Flashpoint - A Firefighters Journey Through PTSD - Christy Warren at christyewarren.com

Bio

Christy Warren is a retired fire captain from the Berkeley Fire Department in California. She has twenty-five years of service as a professional paramedic and eighteen years as a professional firefighter/paramedic. After being diagnosed with PTSD in 2014, she retired from the fire service; since then, she has become a triathlete, completed the Escape from Alcatraz swim six times, and earned a bachelor’s degree in business from Washington State University. She is a volunteer Peer at the West Coast Post-trauma Retreat and hosts the podcast, The Firefighter Deconstructed. She lives in Pleasant Hill with her wife, Lisa, and dog, Harriet.

🌐http://christyewarren.com/

Connect with the Host:

🎙️Arjuna George – Fire Chief (ret)

Owner of Silver Arrow Coaching and Consulting, Beneath the Helmet Show, and Burnt Around the Edges author.

www.silverarrowco.com

www.burntaroundtheedges.com

www.beneaththehelmet.ca

Support the Show:

🔥Want to show your appreciation for Beneath the Helmet Show? Buy us a coffee. Your support enables us to keep producing content that makes a difference in the lives of our firefighters.

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🔥Show Sponsored by Silver Arrow Coaching and Consulting - Burnout and Resilience Coaching for High Performers. Visit www.silverarrowco.com to learn more or to book a complimentary meet and greet. Don't just live life; thrive!

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00:07 Introduction and Welcome

01:52 Guest Introduction: Christy Warren

02:17 Christy's Early Life and Challenges

03:52 Journey into Firefighting

05:54 Struggles with Mental Health and PTSD

07:03 Impact of PTSD on Personal Life

07:55 Overcoming PTSD and Personal Growth

08:53 Reflections on Career and Identity

09:18 Dealing with Perfectionism

10:22 The Athletic Side of Christy

10:38 Writing 'Flashpoint': A Journey Through PTSD

12:07 Impact of PTSD on Life and Seeking Help

27:57 The Importance of Seeking Help for PTSD

28:18 The Impact of Impulsivity and Suicide

29:09 Turning Trauma into a Gift

31:09 Advice for the Next Generation of Firefighters

33:59 The Role of Leadership in Addressing Mental Health

37:11 Progress and Challenges in Fire Service Mental Health

39:27 The Power of Retreats in Healing

47:17 The Firefighter Deconstructed Podcast

50:59 Final Thoughts and Affirmations

52:29 Closing Remarks

Episode Number: 25

Publish Date: Nov 14, 2023

Host: Arjuna George

Guest: Dr. Michele Finneran

Brief Description:

📚 Welcome to Episode 25 of 'Beneath the Helmet,' the essential podcast for firefighters focusing on health and wellness. Hosted by Arjuna George, a retired Fire Chief, this episode features an enlightening conversation with Dr. Michelle Finneran, a clinical psychologist specializing in first responders' mental health. Dive deep into understanding stress, burnout, and compassion fatigue, and discover effective strategies for resilience and mental well-being. Dr. Finneran's insights, drawn from her new book 'The Compassion Conundrum,' are invaluable for anyone in high-stress professions seeking to improve their mental health and overall quality of life. Don't miss this episode to explore the intricate balance of mind, body, and spirit for peak performance in challenging environments.

Resources and Links Mentioned in this Episode:

🔗 Occupationally Aware Healthcare Provider Directory (Canada) https://www.firstresponderhealth.org/directory-search#!directory/map/ord=rnd

🔗 BC First Responders Mental Health https://bcfirstrespondersmentalhealth...

🔗 BC Wid Counsellors Roster https://counsellingbc.com/counsellors

Recommendations:

📖 Book - Burnt Around the Edges – A Guide to Mastering Stress and Surviving Burnout - Arjuna George (Available on Amazon, Apple and Google Books)

📖The Compassion Conundrum - Dr. Michele Finneran

Buy her book here: https://www.veccandassociates.com/product-page/the-compassion-conundrum

ABOUT DR. MICHELE FINNERAN:

Dr. Michele Finneran, is a licensed professional counselor located in Florida. She owns and operates her private counselling practice, Vecc& Associates, LLC.

Connect with the Host:

🎙️Arjuna George – Fire Chief (ret)

Owner of Silver Arrow Coaching and Consulting, Beneath the Helmet Show, and Burnt Around the Edges author.

www.silverarrowco.com

www.burntaroundtheedges.com

www.beneaththehelmet.ca

Support the Show:

🔥Want to show your appreciation for Beneath the Helmet Show? Buy us a coffee. Your support enables us to keep producing content that makes a difference in the lives of our firefighters.

Subscribe to Beneath The Helmet Show:

📩Join the BTH Community https://colossal-trailblazer-6113.ck.page/c0e1b81fbe

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🎧Spotify Podcasts: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arjuna-george/episodes/Combating-Compassion-Fatigue-A-Conversation-with-Dr--Finneran-e2burak

📺 Youtube: https://youtu.be/QozY5K6lpqk

🎧All other podcast platforms https://pod.link/1676314109

🔥Show Sponsored by Silver Arrow Coaching and Consulting - Burnout and Resilience Coaching for High Performers. Visit www.silverarrowco.com to learn more or to book a complimentary meet and greet. Don't just live life; thrive!

Episode Number: 24

📖 The Five Roles of the Master Herder - Linda Kohanov

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Episode Number: 23

Episode Number: 22

Publish Date: October 10, 2023

Host: Arjuna George

Guest: Dr. Duncan Shields

Brief Description:

📚 Welcome to an insightful conversation with Dr. Duncan Shields, a renowned psychologist and advocate for first responder well-being. In this episode, we delve into the critical aspects of resilience, mental health, and building strong teams within the world of first responders.

🔥 Discover the strategies to prioritize mental health for high-performing teams.

🚒 Explore the importance of creating psychologically safe environments for first responders.

💪 Learn why leadership goes beyond rank, focusing on responsibility and accountability.

🗣️ Uncover the significance of expression and understanding in trauma recovery.

🧠 Gain insights into syncing the mind and body for optimal mental health.

🌍 Explore the role of communities in supporting first responders' well-being.

Join us for an engaging discussion that sheds light on essential topics for those in the first responder community and anyone interested in mental health and resilience. Don't miss this valuable conversation with Dr. Duncan Shields.

Resources and Links Mentioned in this Episode:

🔗 BC Firefighter Resiliency Program https://sites.google.com/view/bcfrrp/home

🔗 Blueprint.ngo Blueprint.ngo/initiatives/protect

🔗 Blueprint Resiliency and the 5BR Toolkit https://www.blueprint.ngo/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Blueprint-5BR-2021.pdf

Recommendations:

📖 Book - Burnt Around the Edges – A Guide to Mastering Stress and Surviving Burnout - Arjuna George (Available on Amazon, Apple and Google Books)

📖 The Body Keeps the Score - Bessel Van Der Klok

Bio

Dr. Duncan Shields is an Adjunct Professor in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of British Columbia, and co-founder of the NGO, Blueprint, where he explores the interdependence of group cohesion, resilience and high performance in elite military and first responder teams. As part of his work, Dr. Shields co-developed the First Responder Resiliency Program in partnership with BC Fire Fighter and BC Police Associations to support personnel and to create more cohesive and high-performing work cultures. He has published and presented his work internationally and is the recipient of a number of awards and recognitions for his research and service. Prior to his clinical work, he was proud to serve as an infantry reservist with the Canadian Armed Forces where he gained a life-long appreciation for the contributions of our men and women in uniformed services.

Contact Dr Shields at Blueprint.ngo/initiatives/protect

Connect with the Host:

🎙️Arjuna George – Fire Chief (ret)

Owner of Silver Arrow Coaching and Consulting, Beneath the Helmet Show, and Burnt Around the Edges author.

www.silverarrowco.com

www.burntaroundtheedges.com

www.beneaththehelmet.ca

Support the Show:

🔥Want to show your appreciation for Beneath the Helmet Show? Buy us a coffee. Your support enables us to keep producing content that makes a difference in the lives of our firefighters.

Subscribe to Beneath The Helmet Show:

📩Join the BTH Community https://colossal-trailblazer-6113.ck.page/c0e1b81fbe

🎧Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/unlocking-resilience-and-mental-health-in-first/id1676314109?i=1000630904791

🎧Spotify Podcasts:

📺 Youtube: https://youtu.be/TPZX9SI94Xo

🎧All other podcast platforms https://pod.link/1676314109

🔥Show Sponsored by Silver Arrow Coaching and Consulting - Burnout and Resilience Coaching for High Performers. Visit www.silverarrowco.com to learn more or to book a complimentary meet and greet. Don't just live life; thrive!

Episode Number: 21

Episode Number: 20 **BONUS**

Episode Number: 19