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Mental Health Tools Episodes

Feb. 14, 2024

Decoding Attachment: A Journey Through Attachment Styles

Get ready for this episode where we're diving deep into a topic that's been high on your request list: attachment styles. Following our chats on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and boundaries, we're thrilled to tackle ho...

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Jan. 31, 2024

Setting The Line: The Crucial Role of Boundaries in Emotional Well Be…

Get ready for a real talk in this episode as hosts Cinnamon and Erin dive into the world of boundaries—a topic that you all can't seem to get enough of! From figuring out what the heck our boundaries are to actually telling p...

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Jan. 24, 2024

Code Solidarity: Navigating Challenges Through Peer Support

This episode offers an insightful exploration of the dynamic world of peer support. The hosts shed light on the distinction between peers in a workplace setting and the unique role of peer support—individuals who have weather...

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Dec. 20, 2023

Strings Attached: Investigating the Web and Illusion of Control

In an unprecedented move, the hosts break new ground by incorporating recorded phone conversations with four different individuals. These raw and unfiltered discussions revolve around the central theme: "Do we have control of...

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Nov. 15, 2023

You're Fine, Huh? When our Brain and Body Aren't on the Same Page

We're often in this zone of anxiety, thinking it's just the norm. But guess what? It's possible that we're actually super hypersensitive and on high alert most of the time and aren't even aware of how it's affecting us. Cinna...

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Sept. 20, 2023

The Final Puzzle Piece: Duration, Functional Impairment & Chemical Hi…

Today, we embark on a journey to wrap up the vital criteria we've explored over the past five months. As we delve into the world of PTSD, we revisit Episode 3, where we confronted the stark reality of Direct Exposure to traum...

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Sept. 13, 2023

Thriving in the Wild: With Zach Ferenbaugh

In the realm of outdoor adventures and hunting, the image that often comes to mind is rugged, macho, and testosterone-driven. But what happens when someone not only challenges these stereotypes but thrives in a world where ma...

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Aug. 23, 2023

Hyperarousal & Reactivity: Navigating Irritability, Risky Behaviors, …

So, let's dive in, again, to this whole PTSD thing, specifically Criterion E. It may feel like you're on the rollercoaster in your mind, and suddenly, boom! You're hit with a wild loop-de-loop of symptoms. Your mind is like ...

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Aug. 16, 2023

Balanced Decisions: A Tool to Help Make Informed and Thought Out Deci…

Imagine you're in a high-pressure situation, making split-second decisions. Wouldn't it be nice to hone a tool that encourages you to recognize any negative thoughts that might be clouding your judgment? These could be though...

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July 26, 2023

Simple Ways to Get Present: Tips and Tricks to get Grounded and Slow …

On this episode of ATTD your host, Erin, delivers various tools and emphasizes the importance of practicing being present. We all know that first responders have incredibly demanding jobs. You face high-stress situations day ...

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July 19, 2023

Internal Storms: Navigating Negative Alterations of Mood and Mind

Negative alterations in your mind and mood are par for the course when you're a human begin. A lot of us know that these experiences will pass as quickly as they came. Unless these alterations are a direct result of experienc...

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July 5, 2023

Wellness Warrior: With Sean Woods

Guest, Sean Woods has dabbled in various opportunities in the law enforcement world. He joins our show to share in the steps and successes of creating a wellness program within his department. This program has helped many of...

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June 28, 2023

Hotline Caller: Conflicted Identity

You start out as an eager rookie, ready to save lives and make a difference. You got the shiny badge, the uniform that fits just right, and you feel like a damn hero. People look up to you, trust you with their lives, and it'...

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June 21, 2023

The Only Way Out is Through: Understanding the Consequences of Avoida…

You might think avoidance is your brain’s way of protecting you from the horrors of a traumatic experience. It's like your brain is saying, "Nope, not dealing with that nightmare again." But guess what? This so-called protect...

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May 24, 2023

Understanding Nightmares, Memories & Flashbacks

An all too common thing for a First Responder to experience are nightmares, intrusive memories and at times, flashbacks. These intrusive symptoms can be highly distressing, as they intrude upon the individual's daily life, di...

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