Episode Number: 32 (BONUS EPISODE)
Publish Date: Dec 26 2023
Host: Cindy Thompson
Guest: Arjuna George
Brief Description:
📚 Beneath the Helmet: Navigating Firefighter's Health & Wellness with Fire Chief Arjuna George (Originally published on the "A Resilience Project" with show host Cindy Thompson.
In this podcast episode, retired Fire Chief Arjuna George explores the various aspects of firefighters' health and wellness. This episode swap with A Resilience Project hosted by Cindy Thompson discusses with Arjuna his journey from being burnt out due to organizational stress to finding his passion for serving the firefighting and First Responder community through coaching. Sharing valuable insights on building resilience, managing stress, and finding balance, Fire Chief George sheds light on his unique career path and its challenges. The conversation includes a deep dive into 'moral injury' within organizations, causes and outcomes of burnout, and the significance of self-care. He also recommends several resilience-building activities and practices. Tune in and join the motivational conversation that may just set your soul on fire.
THANK YOU CINDY AND ROBERT for the episode swap! Be sure to check out the podcast at www.aresilienceproject.com
00:06 Introduction to the Podcast
00:33 Special Bonus Episode Announcement
00:42 Introduction to the Guest and Their Podcast
01:19 Appreciation and Shoutouts
01:35 Upcoming Episodes and Season Teaser
02:31 Introduction to the Resilience Project
02:54 Masterclasses Announcement
03:30 Introduction to the Episode's Topic
04:32 Introduction to the Guest, Arjuna George
06:21 Beginning of the Conversation with AJ
06:50 AJ's Journey and Decision to Retire
07:47 AJ's Transition to a Coaching Role
09:29 AJ's Experience as a Fire Chief
11:08 Signs of Burnout and Decision to Leave
17:14 Impact of Stress on Family
20:14 Concept of the Backpack and Cumulative Trauma
22:21 AJ's Healing Process
24:18 The Power of Therapeutic Massage and Acupuncture
24:44 Discovering Health Issues and the Importance of Hydration
25:15 The Role of Pets in Stress Management
26:12 The Journey of Healing and Self-Care
26:42 Understanding Body IQ and Stress Response
29:44 The Importance of Self-Knowledge in Leadership
29:58 Advice for Leaders and the Importance of Open Dialogue
31:21 Exploring the Seven Resilience Practices
34:45 The Value of Creativity and Structure in Resilience
38:26 Reflections on Personal Growth and Vulnerability
40:19 Final Thoughts and Reflections on the Episode
Resources and Links Mentioned in this Episode:
🔗 A Resilience Project www.aresilienceproject.com
🎙️ Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7dJo2JceCMWDeaJowyLHYF?si=ec805346779a40e0
🎙️ Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/a-resilience-project/id1543935092
🌐 Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/cindy-thompson-7bb14743/
Recommendations:
📖 Book - Burnt Around the Edges – A Guide to Mastering Stress and Surviving Burnout - Arjuna George (Available on Amazon, Apple and Google Books)
📖 Prosilience - Dr Linda Hoopes
Connect with the BTH Host:
🎙️Arjuna George – Fire Chief (ret)
Owner of Silver Arrow Coaching and Consulting, Beneath the Helmet Show, and Burnt Around the Edges author.
www.silverarrowco.com
www.burntaroundtheedges.com
www.beneaththehelmet.ca
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