In this episode of The Fearless Mindset Podcast, host Mark Ledlow is joined by Anthony Longo, a Founding President and Executive Director of Warrior’s Choice Foundation, Inc., a nonprofit organization that provides service dogs to combat veterans. Mark and Anthony talk about the power of service dogs in helping veterans and first responders cope with PTSD. Anthony discusses the unique temperament and drive required in a service dog, and how these animals can provide emotional support and stability to those struggling with mental health issues. He also explores the potential benefits of service dogs as a supplement to traditional psychiatric treatments, such as medication and therapy. Anthony emphasizes the importance of finding the right fit between a service dog and its owner, and encourages individuals to do their research and seek out organizations that prioritize personalized care and support.

Learn about all this and more in this episode of The Fearless Mindset Podcast.

GOLDEN NUGGETS

• "You want someone who's gonna keep you honest and get involved in doing malt. Some people looked at me like I was crazy. Like, well why are you doing this like this dog? Like, because, you know, hard malt dog, choppy dog. But you find ways to channel it and you find ways to kind of allow them to be who they are, but with rules and boundaries." - Anthony Longo
• "The emotional connection between a service dog and its owner can provide stability and support in times of stress." - Anthony Longo
• "Service dogs can offer unique benefits that traditional psychiatric treatments may not provide, such as impulse control and increased motivation." - Anthony Longo
• "Ego can be a hindrance in the executive protection industry, and individuals should strive to be humble and team-oriented." - Anthony Longo

Get to know more about Anthony:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-j-longo-993b9a2b/
• Website: https://www.warriorschoice.org/

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