Unlocking Resilience: TRE for First Responders with Rob Cefoli
As a certified TRE provider myself, this topic is deeply personal and central to the work I do with first responders, high performers, and anyone navigating stress, burnout, and resilience. Having experienced firsthand the profound impact of TRE on the nervous system, I’ve made it a core part of my coaching and wellness approach. I believe every firefighter, paramedic, and frontline worker deserves access to tools that help them not just survive the job but thrive—physically, mentally, and emotionally. This conversation with Robert Cefoli reinforces why TRE is a game-changer for those in high-stress careers, and I’m committed to bringing this work to more people who need it.
In this powerful episode, retired FDNY Captain Rob Cefoli shares his transformative journey with Tension and Trauma Release Exercises (TRE). Rob discusses how TRE helped him overcome physical pain, emotional trauma, and career stress, leading to improved well-being and a new purpose post-retirement. He explains the science behind TRE, its benefits for first responders, and how his organization, FYR Tribe, is bringing this innovative technique to fire departments across the country. This conversation offers valuable insights into stress management, resilience building, and holistic wellness for first responders and beyond.
00:00 Introduction to Beneath the Helmet
00:45 Welcoming Robert Cefoli
01:49 Robert's Journey and Introduction to TRE
03:50 Personal Experiences with TRE
09:17 Implementing TRE in the Fire Department
13:03 The Impact of TRE on Mental and Physical Health
17:25 Expanding TRE Beyond the Fire Department
22:50 The Future of TRE and FYR Tribe
32:31 Explaining TRE to First Responders
39:38 Starting Young: Instilling Healthy Habits in Kids
40:44 Supporting Family Through Stressful Times
41:33 TRE for First Responders and Their Families
42:14 Expanding TRE Awareness and Training
44:28 Rob's Personal Wellness Routine
45:37 Life After Retirement: New Challenges and Opportunities
50:13 The Importance of Emotional Awareness
54:56 Building a Supportive Community
01:01:40 Continuing the Mission: Future Plans and Goals
01:12:11 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
Connect with Robert C
FDNY (ret) and Co-Founder of FYR Tribe
http://www.fyrtribe.org
robcefoli@gmail.com
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