Step into the transformative world of Arjuna George, a retired Fire Chief turned Wellness Advocate, in this captivating episode of Beneath the Helmet. Episode 23 is more than just a story; it's a journey of rediscovery, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of mental and physical wellness. Arjuna opens up about his battle with burnout and how it propelled him to champion the cause of holistic health through Silver Arrow Coaching. This episode is a beacon for anyone seeking to ignite their inner strength and navigate the complexities of high-pressure careers with grace and resilience.
🔴Episode Highlights🔴
Unveiling Arjuna's transition: From Fire Chief to a pioneer in wellness and resilience.
The battle against burnout: Strategies and insights to reclaim your well-being.
The power of T.R.E.: Understanding its profound impact on stress and trauma recovery.
Silver Arrow Coaching: A mission to nurture high performers' body, mind, and spirit.
🔴In This Episode🔴
Arjuna George shares his insightful and deeply personal transition from leading at the forefront to empowering individuals to lead themselves in life's various battles. Discover the holistic tools and practices that can transform stress into strength and adversity into advancement.
00:00 - Introduction to Arjuna George's Journey
02:15 - Transitioning from Fire Chief to Wellness Advocate
08:30 - Confronting Burnout: Arjuna's Personal Battle
14:45 - The Healing Power of Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises (T.R.E.)
21:00 - The Mission Behind Silver Arrow Coaching: Nurturing Body, Mind, and Spirit
About Arjuna George:
With over 25 years in leadership and executive coaching, Arjuna's journey from a Fire Chief to a resilience coach is inspiring. His approach integrates the body and mind, advocating for a balanced life and prioritizing wellness as the foundation of effective leadership and high performance.
Connect with Arjuna George:
Email: arjuna@silverarrowco.com
Explore Silver Arrow Coaching and Consulting: www.silverarrowco.com
Dive into the realms of wellness with 'Burnt Around the Edges': www.burntaroundtheedges.com
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Resources and Links Mentioned in this Episode:
🔗 Five Alarm Task Force (Steve Greene) https://www.5-alarmtaskforcecorp.org/podcast.html
🔗 Firehouse Tribune and Five Tool Firefighter (Nick Higgins) https://www.thefirehousetribune.com/
🔗 Firefighter Success (Jim Moss) https://www.firefightersuccessbook.com/
🔗 Health KPI Podcast and 911 Lifestyle (Andi Clark) https://911lifestyle.com/
🔗 Traumatic Strength (Keith Hanks) https://keithhanks.com/
Bio
Arjuna George, CEC, CTMP, CCS, CWS, is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of leadership and management experience. He retired from the Fire Service in 2021 after dedicating 24 years to exemplary service. Arjuna has since transitioned into executive coaching and consulting, drawing on his extensive background to empower individuals personally and professionally.
Arjuna supports high performers and emerging leaders in mastering stress and building resilience. He understands the critical importance of maintaining good health and wellness, encapsulated in his motto: "Healthy Hire – Healthy Career – Healthy Retire."
Having personally confronted burnout, Arjuna has developed powerful, life-changing tools to help others navigate and conquer stress. His coaching aims to reintroduce the human element into the business world, enabling high-performing leaders to thrive personally and professionally.
Arjuna holds the Certified Executive Coach (CEC) title from Royal Roads University, graduating in 2022. He is a member of the International Coach Federation (ICF). Arjuna's expertise extends beyond executive coaching, encompassing certifications in Functional Imagery coaching, resilience coaching, sleep coaching, brain fitness coaching, and stress management coaching. His holistic coaching approach treats the body and mind as interconnected, guiding clients to live their best lives, whether they seek career transitions, stress mastery, or enhanced resilience.
Episode Number: 23
Publish Date: October 24th 2023
Host: Arjuna George
