A publication dedicated to the well-being of firefighters across North America and beyond.
Firefighting is a career of extremes that cannot be left at the office. Firefighters deal with life and death on a daily basis and are usually unable to debrief completely before heading home. Many firefighters find it difficult, if not impossible, to discuss work with their loved ones. We combine both on-duty and off-duty topics to provide firefighters with the tools required to deal with the stressors of firefighting.
Dyslexia should never prevent anyone from working in the fire service. However, academic testing and note memorization have a tendency to derail some individuals with dyslexia. But this should not be the case.
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Despite the reputation stress has, it remains an important aspect of optimal functioning. Therefore, the goal should not - and cannot - be the total elimination of stress.
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Do you have a “lizard brain?” Well, you sort of do. The more primitive parts of the human brain — the brain stem, cerebellum, and basal ganglia — are shared by lizards and humans.
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When we think about the toll of the job, it comes through many moments. Moments big and small. The wear is a bunch of bumps that push your system when added up over time.
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If CBD doesn’t make you feel high, why are people using it to reduce stress or “calm the mind”? Research into CBD has shown it has multiple effects on the brain from reducing symptoms of anxiety all the way up to reducing seizures.
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Just be stressed and workout. Simple right? When your system is processing trauma, feeling heavy, unsure, dealing with the unknown and thinking flight or flight - CHOOSE ACTIVITY.
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We need to look no further than Hollywood or the realm of professional sports to see that humans are thriving at ages that were once deemed over the hill.
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No one expects a single firefighter to put the fire out by themselves, nor should they shoulder the psychological burden of the job.
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Mourn the loss of the ways you enjoyed. Grief and mourning can be powerful and positive emotions when given the right expression and forum.
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Small things getting you down? We have four important questions you need to ask yourself today.
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