One of the Peer Team’s primary goals is to
help firefighters build resilience.
Resilience is the capacity to withstand
or recover quickly from difficulties.
Our capacity is NOT dependent on
WHAT happens to us,
but rather,
HOW we choose to think about
what happens to us.
Resilience, or the lack thereof, occurs in our minds
and manifests in our actions.
Resiliency Training Video Library
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The Thinking Pyramid ~ 15 min
Brent Harding, FF/AEMT
A brief “basic training” video on Improving Your Thinking. Understanding where our thoughts come from and their impact on our actions will help you be a better leader, co-worker, spouse, parent, and friend. -
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Mind Mapping ~ 12 min
Sophie Archibald, Ph.D., LCSW
Mind mapping is a powerful visual tool used to organize information and ideas, in a way that mimics the way our brains naturally work. This method involves creating a map that connects emotions and ideas to a stressful or annoying circumstance in your life. -
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Ice Baths ~ 12 min
Neal Gibbons, Captain/Paramedic
Ice baths, also known as cold water immersion therapy, have been used for centuries to aid muscle recovery, reduce inflammation, and boost overall well-being. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to do an ice bath safely and effectively:
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Other Recommended Podcasts
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Work Life with Adam Grant
“This is a fairly new podcast for me so I am only a couple episodes in however I started this podcast because Adam Grant is an organizational psychologist who has devoted to his research into ‘making work NOT suck’. In one of the first episodes that I listened to that got my attention was Adam addressing the difference of having grit and perseverance and knowing when to quit.“
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Huberman Lab
‘‘ This podcast is all about science and self-improvement. It's like a guide to improve many aspects of the listeners' life! Everything from mindsets to breathing properly and heat/cold exposure. All advice is supported by science-based research and put to the test by human or animal studies. No ‘Bro Science’ allowed.”
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Team Never Quit
“The team never quit podcast brings on a new guest for each podcast. Each guest talks about life challenges that they faced and how they got over those challenges. There is a wide range of guest from military, police officers, firefighters and athletes with extraordinary stories.“
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Overcoming Pornography by Sara Brewer
“This podcast has been a tool for those with pornography addiction. Some episodes have helped clarify the difference between guilt and shame. She talks about accepting the addiction and using that acceptance to get through rough days rather than resorting to anger and frustration. She can be slow at times to get to the point but once you get there, there might be some gems. “
(Recommended by Eric Shields)
Recommended Books
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As a Man Thinketh
“As a Man Thinketh is an older book but full of great ideas and philosophies behind how impactful our thoughts are on everything in our life. I found that this book was not as much the type of book that flows cover to cover as much as it is a book that is full of great one-liners.”
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The Body Keeps Score
“ When you read The Body Keeps the Score you’ll learn that traumatic experiences literally change our body and brain, damaging our self-control and ability to trust. The good news is that there are many ways (meditation, yoga, EMDR, to name a few) to recover from those changes and return our brain to pre-trauma states. It’s a must read for our line of work.“
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The Ideal Team Player
“The Ideal Team Player starts with a story but ends with defining and explaining the importance of being hungry, humble, and smart. The three virtues of a balanced and effective team player. “
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The Wim Hoff Method
“This book introduces a breathing method designed to unlock your true human potential. Through implementing this breathing method into my own life and career I have increased my endurance levels and performance especially during extreme temperatures. I highly recommend to anyone looking to get to the next level in their endurance. “
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Extreme Ownership
“Extreme Ownership teaches leadership tactics from the Navy Seals. The book talks about different aspects of leadership. Each aspect of leadership is shown in an example from the war in Iraq and from the civilian business side. I learned that you don’t have to have a title to be a leader especially here at Logan Fire.“
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Can't Hurt Me
“If you want to put life in perspective and know what you are capable of, this book does a great job at helping you understand that you can not only do it but you are capable of way more than you believe. Life will challenge you, but everyone needs to look at themselves in the ‘Accountability Mirror.’ You'll have to read the book to learn more about that. Happy Reading.”
(Recommended by Steve Sorensen)
PODCASTS on Resiliency
NEWSLETTERS on Resiliency
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