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Fireside Focus: Firefighter News & Stats
We’re putting a fireside focus on this month’s topics. We’re going to continue the focus by talking about firefighter news…
Appreciating Wildland Firefighters (& WildFire Stats)
National Wildland Firefighter Day is July 2nd. Let’s appreciate these smoke jumping, forest-and-structure-saving heroes and all they do.
8 Grounding Techniques You Can Do Right Now
Grounding techniques are a way to pull yourself into the here and now. We hope to build your bag of…
10+ Tough Guy Top Jobs
June is Men’s Health Month, and we know men like to be the tough guy. So, we thought we’d talk…
FRC & EFR Launch New Partnership
Making coaching services accessible is top priority. This summer, we’re pleased to announce a new partnership with Employee Family Relations!
6 Ignored Problems in Men’s Health
It’s Men’s Health Month in June. So, what are six ignored problems in men’s health and how can you avoid…
5 Mental Health Must-Knows for Department Leads
Let’s look at 5 mental health must-knows for our leaders to assure a more functional department and fully healthy responders.
The History of EMS & Where We’re Going
It’s EMS Week and this year’s theme is “Honoring Our Past, Forging Our Future.” It’s a good time to review…
Coaching First Responders: How it Works
Let’s talk about how coaching first responders actually works.
A Servant’s Heart: Recognizing Public Service
As we plug our way through a month filled with recognition of public service, let’s consider what makes a person…
How to be The Best Version of Yourself
The best version of yourself starts with a whole and healthy you. This is closer than you think. Decide who…
Coaching Through Recovery: Beating Addiction
Not all recovery stories involve drastic intervention, just as not all life coaching is for attaining higher achievements.
Tracy Eldridge: A Voice for Dispatchers
Tracy has become a voice for dispatchers but also a beacon for first responders everywhere and a resource for leaders…
Organ Donation: 10 Quick Facts
April is National Donate Life month, a time to raise awareness of organ donation and share information about saving lives.
Alcoholism & First Responders: 10 Must-Know Facts
While casual drinking can be controled, the risk of alcoholism is higher for first responders due to a higher rate…
12+ Military Resources: Did You Know?
No matter what your needs are, you have military resources at the ready who will support you and your family…
Navigating Coaching & Therapy: 3 Things to Consider
Navigating coaching and therapy can be confusing, so we're here to clear things up.
To Have and to Hold: The Commitment of a Military Spouse
We’re focusing on our military this month, so we’re getting an inside look at what it’s like to be a…
Military Homecoming: Challenges & Best Strategies
Military homecoming is hard, but we want to open doors that meet those challenges head-on.
The Resilient Responder: Shedding Light on FR Mental Health
If you’re looking for a good podcast, The Resilient Responder is a solid win for the first responder community.