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In this episode of Vets and Badges, the hosts delve into the complex emotions of anger, trauma, and betrayal experienced by first responders.
Ep 2 of Neuroscience of Self-Mastery explores the brain science behind these emotions, the impact of unresolved trauma on law enforcement, and the importance of mental health and self-mastery in high-stakes environments. The conversation emphasizes the need for emotional intelligence and support systems within the first responder community to navigate the challenges they face.
Chapters
00:00 - Understanding Anger and Rage in First Responders
03:03 - The Neuroscience of Emotion and Behavior
05:53 - The Impact of Training on Emotional Responses
08:58 - The Ripple Effect of Violence and Anger
11:59 - Betrayal and Its Emotional Consequences
14:41 - Processing Trauma and Emotional Mastery
17:47 - The Depth of Suffering and Empathy
20:08 - Recognizing the Essence of Self
26:15 - Understanding Mental Health Awareness
27:19 - Navigating Trauma in First Responders
29:53 - The Importance of Faith and Mission
31:12 - Metacognition and Self-Awareness
33:16 - The Need for Training in Law Enforcement
34:09 - Prioritizing Mental Health in Law Enforcement
35:48 - The Concept of Brain Health
37:46 - Self-Mastery and Leadership
40:05 - Creating Supportive Communities
42:50 - The Role of Brotherhood in Healing
About Vets And Badges:
Guest: SGT, Edward Buckman, PhD:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/edward-buckman/
Co-Host: Dr. Pamela Seraphine:
https://www.drpamelaseraphine.com/
Host: Robert Asencio is a retired police Captain, former Florida State Representative, US Army Veteran who served as a member of the Special Operations community with over 34 years of public service experience.
Vets and Badges Podcast is an initiative of HEALING - a non-profit created to support veterans, first responder and community stakeholders.
For more visit:
https://www.kbcf.org/programs/healing-corp/
Source, B-Roll:
TMZ, UT Public Safety
Video:
LiveNOW from FOX
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=38PQTPZnSRw
NBC 6 South Florida
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x1xcfLWshH0
Richard French Live
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UpmHxn6NIIA
www.VetsAndBadges.com
VAB - 2025
By Robert AsencioIn this episode of Vets and Badges, the hosts delve into the complex emotions of anger, trauma, and betrayal experienced by first responders.
Ep 2 of Neuroscience of Self-Mastery explores the brain science behind these emotions, the impact of unresolved trauma on law enforcement, and the importance of mental health and self-mastery in high-stakes environments. The conversation emphasizes the need for emotional intelligence and support systems within the first responder community to navigate the challenges they face.
Chapters
00:00 - Understanding Anger and Rage in First Responders
03:03 - The Neuroscience of Emotion and Behavior
05:53 - The Impact of Training on Emotional Responses
08:58 - The Ripple Effect of Violence and Anger
11:59 - Betrayal and Its Emotional Consequences
14:41 - Processing Trauma and Emotional Mastery
17:47 - The Depth of Suffering and Empathy
20:08 - Recognizing the Essence of Self
26:15 - Understanding Mental Health Awareness
27:19 - Navigating Trauma in First Responders
29:53 - The Importance of Faith and Mission
31:12 - Metacognition and Self-Awareness
33:16 - The Need for Training in Law Enforcement
34:09 - Prioritizing Mental Health in Law Enforcement
35:48 - The Concept of Brain Health
37:46 - Self-Mastery and Leadership
40:05 - Creating Supportive Communities
42:50 - The Role of Brotherhood in Healing
About Vets And Badges:
Guest: SGT, Edward Buckman, PhD:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/edward-buckman/
Co-Host: Dr. Pamela Seraphine:
https://www.drpamelaseraphine.com/
Host: Robert Asencio is a retired police Captain, former Florida State Representative, US Army Veteran who served as a member of the Special Operations community with over 34 years of public service experience.
Vets and Badges Podcast is an initiative of HEALING - a non-profit created to support veterans, first responder and community stakeholders.
For more visit:
https://www.kbcf.org/programs/healing-corp/
Source, B-Roll:
TMZ, UT Public Safety
Video:
LiveNOW from FOX
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=38PQTPZnSRw
NBC 6 South Florida
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x1xcfLWshH0
Richard French Live
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UpmHxn6NIIA
www.VetsAndBadges.com
VAB - 2025