Build Resilience in Your High-Stress Career
If you’re a first responder or crisis interventionist who’s ready to learn how to get through every shift without staving off an oncoming panic attack or feeling your heart pound inside your chest every time your phone rings — this show was made for you.
With over 25 years of experience as a board-certified traumatic stress professional, Bart Leger has equipped thousands of people who face the daily challenges of high-pressure jobs like yours with the practical action steps they need to stop treating everything as if it was a 911 emergency and regain full control of their life.
Ready to experience what it’s like to have the time and mental energy for things that matter most to you, get a full night’s sleep without worrying about what tomorrow’s shift might bring, and (finally!) find meaning and joy again in answering the call? Hit play, and let’s dive in.
Recent Episodes
Go From Overwhelmed to Empowered
Do you often feel overwhelmed by the constant demands of your high-stress job? Many professionals in high-pressure careers neglect their own wellbeing, leading to burnout and health issues. But what if you could take control ...
Your Story is Not Unique
Are you struggling with burnout, stress, or feeling overwhelmed as a first responder? Retired firefighter paramedic Matthew Matty Fiorenza joins us to share his journey through PTSD and anxiety and how he’s now helping first responders find healing and support. …
Surviving Retirement and Finding Purpose
Retirement can feel overwhelming for first responders who’ve built their identity around their careers. The thought of losing purpose and direction can bring more anxiety than relief. In this episode, Dr. Medina Baumgart addresses these challenges, offering practical strategies to …
Supporting Your Family While Protecting Others
Struggling to balance the demands of a first responder career with maintaining a healthy family life? In this episode, Bart interviews trauma therapist Tiffany Atalla, who shares practical strategies for supporting first responder families and enhancing relationships. From equine-assisted therapy …
Integrating Physical and Spiritual Health
Navigating the intense challenges of being a first responder requires more than just physical strength. Matt Domyancic, a chaplain and former SWAT officer, shares his unique approach to wellness and spiritual care, blending f...
The 3 "F's" for Mental Wellness with Dr. David Weill
Are you struggling to leave the emotional weight of your job at work? Join Dr. David Weill, former director of Stanford’s Center for Advanced Lung Disease, as he shares how to manage the mental and emotional strain of high-stress careers …
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