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On this episode of The Debrief we are going to be looking at Post Traumatic Stress and Post Traumatic Growth.  These are two topics that I am extremely passionate about because, as you might imagine, each incident we cover on The Debrief has had a profound effect on everyone involved.  Over the years that I have been working with teams and the years I have hosted this show I have seen people destroyed by their experiences.  Yet I have also seen others use the trauma they endured to build a stronger, happier and more purposeful version of themselves.   Although I have certainly seen patterns, I have always wondered what separated these two groups of people, which is why I wanted to have this discussion on Post Traumatic Growth.  Simply put there is a LOT we can do to prepare for and respond to traumatic incidents that will reduce the fallout to those involved.All of my guests today have a different perspective on Post traumatic growth.  Dr. Richard Tedeschi is the world's foremost authority on Post Traumatic Growth and literally coined the expression.  His work forms the foundation for most PTG programs.  Josh Goldberg is the CEO of Boulder Crest Foundation, a nonprofit whose Warrior Path and Struggle Well programs have reached over 100,000 people.And Finally Chief Chad Kasmar is the current Chief of Police in Tucson Arizona.  Following the suicide of a friend and former fellow officer Chad has led a revolution in the way his city prepares and supports their staff for traumatic incidents.  He has a truly unique perspective on the implementation of these types of programs.I hope you enjoy this deep dive into Post Traumatic Growth and that this episode inspires you and your agencies to improve on the way we prepare and treat our warriors and first responders. Resources: Boulder Crest Foundation – www.bouldercrest.org Boulder Crest: Reborn - Boulder Crest Foundation Presents: Reborn - YouTube

Molly Birkholm is a CEO, author, speaker, and advisor dedicated to transforming global mental wellness. As the founder of Team Genius and lead developer of the Warrior PATHH Meditation Program for the Boulder Crest Foundation, Molly has spent over 18 years creating and leading evidence-based resilience and trauma treatment programs used by the U.S. Department […]

What if trauma wasn't the end of the story—but the beginning of a new chapter? In this powerful episode of PTSD and Beyond, we welcome Josh Goldberg, CEO of Boulder Crest Foundation, and Dr. Taryn Greene, trauma researcher and storyteller, to explore the science and soul of Post-Traumatic Growth (PTG). Together, we dismantle the myth of bouncing back—and instead talk about bouncing forward. Boulder Crest's pioneering program has been transforming lives through the lens of strength, service, and meaning. This episode dives deep into how PTG offers a map for healing—one built not just on recovery, but on purpose.

Grief, adversity, and trauma are common, formative human experiences that people move through and grow from. Yet, we often avoid talking about this process, making it harder to understand how people make meaning from grief. Posttraumatic Growth (PTG) offers us a paradigm for how to make sense of hard experiences and move forward in ways that deepen our connections with ourselves and each other. In this episode, teens share their stories and we hear from Dr. Taryn Greene, a research psychologist who works with the Boulder Crest Foundation to study PTG.  Check out Boulder Crest's PTG story challenge, with opportunities to win funding to share your story. To learn more about posttraumatic growth, check out the resources below. And as always, if you want to reach out, email us at team@thisteenagelife.org. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/struggle-well/202303/how-to-use-grief-to-grow https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/struggle-well/202305/navigating-trauma-is-not-easy-expert-companions-can-help https://bouldercrest.org/research-resources/what-is-posttraumatic-growth-ptg/  

Dustin Hill started his law enforcement career in Minnesota and finished it in North Dakota. In the course of his career he worked everything from the Jails, Patrol, K9, Narcotics, and the Dive Team.  Dustin gave a lot of himself to the job and the job took a lot of him in return.  His journey from a PTSD spiral to a successful business owner is truly inspiring.  He is now the owner/operator of Burkett Customs producing high end custom knives, guns grips, and engravings.  His work has even been mentioned on the Joe Rogan Podcast! It was an honor to have him on to share his stories! Dustin credits the Boulder Crest Foundation for helping to get him back on his feet onto the road to recovery, link below. Burkett Customs  https://burkettcustoms.com/ Boulder Crest Foundation https://bouldercrest.org/ Contact Steve - steve@thingspolicesee.com Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055           -AD free early release of podcast episodes           -bonus episodes           -Vinyl TPS logo sticker           -Patron Shoutout            -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact  www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!  https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - Ken@policebackground.net

Ken Falke, founder of Boulder Crest Foundation, has been on a remarkable journey, from leading high-risk military missions as a bomb disposal specialist to pioneering Posttraumatic Growth (PTG) through his wellness centers for combat veterans and first responders. After decades of service, Ken's mission has evolved from saving lives in the field to transforming lives through PTG, helping individuals turn trauma into a source of strength and purpose. Through his leadership, Boulder Crest Foundation and the Choose Growth initiative have become beacons of hope, showing that there is not only a way to heal but to thrive after trauma. This feature is published in 'The Forward Edition' of AwareNow Magazine: awarenowmagazine.com Featuring: Ken Falke Interviewed by: Allié McGuire Music by: Beneath The Mountain Produced by: AwareNow Media --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/awarenow/support

Jon Sanders, 95Network's Director of Coaching, joins today's 95Podcast as a guest, discussing his recent experience at a retreat provided by the Boulder Crest Foundation. The retreat is called Struggle Well. They specialize in providing opportunities to help public servants in the first responder field and military personal work through post-traumatic impact. They focus specifically on Post-traumatic growth.Jon transparently shares how he didn't think he needed to spend a week on such a retreat to the point that he even considered not going. However, his life was forever changed as he discovered some deep-seated effects of traumatic encounters that he had experienced. This conversation is essential for anyone who serves in the ministry and as a first responder.Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/struggling-well-post-traumatic-growth-w-jon-sanders-episode-243/Support the Show.

Today's guest is Dr. Richard Tedeschi, the Executive Director of the Boulder Crest Institute for Posttraumatic Growth in Virginia and Professor Emeritus at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, where he served for 42 years. Dr. Tedeschi has developed programs based on Post-traumatic Growth to support combat veterans and first responders. He has published ten books and numerous articles, earning recognition as a top-cited researcher by Stanford University. Today, he will share insights on the concept of post-traumatic growth and its importance in mental health and well-being. Before we dive in, we have a new cohort of veterans starting The Mission After mentorship program. Head over to themissionafter.org to join the waitlist and join us this July for a 90 day program that will help you establish a solid foundation for your identity, relationships, and of course discover your next mission and execute. SummaryDr. Rich Tedeschi discusses the concept of post-traumatic growth, which is the ability to turn traumatic experiences into something positive and transformative. He explains that post-traumatic growth has been written about and experienced throughout history, but it is not widely recognized in the field of mental health. The conversation also touches on the limitations of diagnostic labels and the importance of focusing on wellness and prevention in mental health. Dr. Tedeschi describes the work of Boulder Crest Foundation, which provides programs for veterans and first responders to promote post-traumatic growth. The conversation explores the challenges faced by veterans transitioning back to civilian life and the importance of post-traumatic growth. It emphasizes the need for connection, purpose, and belonging, and the difficulty of navigating a new way of being after leaving the military. The conversation also highlights the significance of understanding one's personal narrative and using it to define a new mission. The use of peer support and group work is discussed as a powerful tool for healing and growth. The scalability of mental health services and the role of psychiatric medications are also touched upon.TakeawaysPost-traumatic growth is the ability to turn traumatic experiences into something positive and transformative.The concept of post-traumatic growth has been written about and experienced throughout history, but it is not widely recognized in the field of mental health.Diagnostic labels in mental health focus on problems and disorders, but there is more to people's lives than just these labels.There is a shift towards focusing on wellness and prevention in mental health.Boulder Crest Foundation provides programs for veterans and first responders to promote post-traumatic growth. Transitioning back to civilian life can be challenging for veterans, as they have to navigate a new way of being and confront old issues that may not have been resolved before entering the military.Connection, purpose, and belonging are essential for veterans to feel fulfilled and satisfied in their post-military lives.Understanding one's personal narrative and using it to define a new mission is crucial for post-traumatic growth.Peer support and group work can be powerful tools for healing and growth, as they provide a sense of universality and momentum.Scalability is a significant challenge in mental health services, and a peer-centered approach can help meet the tremendous mental health needs in the country.Psychiatric medications can be helpful for some individuals, but overprescription may occur due to the lack of resources and the avoidance of addressing underlying issues.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Post-Traumatic Growth01:36 The Limitations of Diagnostic Labels03:26 Dr. Tedeschi's Journey into Studying Post-Traumatic Growth06:25 Defining Wisdom in Psychology09:39 Working with Veterans11:06 Challenges Faced by Veterans14:09 The Impact of Troubled Homes on Veterans15:08 The Difficulty of Leaving the Military18:07 Introduction to Post-Traumatic Growth20:29 Shifting Mental Health Focus26:35 The Importance of Understanding Psychological Systems29:19 Exploring Personal Narratives and Trauma33:38 The Power of Disclosure and Emotional Work50:37 Peer Support and Mental Health01:01:12 Psychiatric Medications and Mental Health TreatmentLinks:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BoulderCrestFoundation/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bouldercrestfoundation/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BoulderCrestFoundationLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bouldercrestfoundation/Website: https://bouldercrest.org/

We've all heard of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), but have you heard of post-traumatic growth? Post-traumatic growth is all about the positive transformations people can undergo after experiencing trauma. During this episode of Girls with Grafts, we hear from Christopher Gage, a burn survivor, and his caregiver and wife, Holly, on how post-traumatic growth impacted their healing journeys. You'll also get a behind-the-scenes look at Chris and Holly's Healing Phoenix Arts Program, designed to provide a post-traumatic growth experience by introducing a new perspective on healing from a traumatic event. Through the dynamic and engaging program, Chris and Holly help survivors recognize the progress they have made towards their future and healing.Enjoyed the show? Tell us by leaving a 5-star review and sharing on social media using hashtag #GirlswithGrafts and tagging Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors!   Meet Our Guests Holly Gage is the creator and instructor of the Warrior Scar Jewelry workshops and co-founder of the Healing Phoenix Arts Program. Holly is a world-renowned jewelry artist and has instructed students of all ages and abilities with a soulful brend of creating during in-person workshops, interactive online classes, and retreats worldwide for almost 25 years. After her husband and son were involved in an explosion and fire in 2018, she became trained to support burn survivors and their families through the Phoenix SOAR program and certified in the Post Traumatic Growth program from the Boulder Crest Foundation. Together with her husband, Christopher Gage, they combine art with discussion as a healing modality for a Post Traumatic Growth experience.Christopher Gage is the Group Discussion Facilitator of the Warrior Scar Jewelry Workshop and Co-Founder of the Healing Phoenix Arts Program. Christopher is a burn survivor whose recovery experience from his accident in 2018 is the number one event that has driven him to his current line of work. The explosion, fire, and destruction of his mobile restaurant has completely reshaped Christopher's life for the better, in a positive way, resulting from working through the Post Traumatic Growth (PTG) process. Christopher learned there is a teaching component to PTG, and he has a need to give hope to those who have suffered trauma. Christopher is peer support trained and certified in Burn Survivor and PTG. Christopher speaks about PTG and is the author of a book detailing his journey to come later this year. Links Learn more about the Healing Phoenix Arts ProgramLearn more about the Warrior Scar WorkshopRead Holly's testimonial of Phoenix World Burn Congress 2023Learn more about Phoenix SOAR (Survivors Offering Assistance in Recovery) Podcast Sponsor Today's podcast is powered by the Pritzker Hageman Law Firm! The Pritzker Hageman burn injury legal team helps burn survivors and their loved ones pursue compensation and justice throughout the United States. Learn more more at: LegalJourney.guide Sponsor Girls with Grafts  Interested in becoming a sponsor of the show? Email us at info@phoenix-society.org.  

Jon Sanders, 95Network's Director of Coaching, joins today's 95Podcast as a guest discussing his recent experience at a retreat provided by the Boulder Crest Foundation. The retreat is called Struggle Well. They specialize in providing opportunities to help public servants in the first responder field as well as military personal work through post-traumatic impact. They focus specifically on Post-traumatic growth.Jon transparently shares how he didn't think he needed to spend a week on such a retreat to the point that he even considered not going. However, his life was forever changed as he discovered some deep seated effects of traumatic encounters that's he has experienced. This conversation is so important for anyone serving in the first responder field as well as in ministry. Show Notes: https://www.95network.org/struggling-well-post-traumatic-growth-w-jon-sanders-episode-228/Support the show

Christopher Frueh, PhD., is a renowned clinical psychologist and Professor of Psychology at the University of Hawaii-Hilo. Chris brings over three decades of experience working intimately with military veterans and active-duty personnel. His pioneering research on "Operator Syndrome" is redefining our approach to the multifaceted health, psychological, and interpersonal challenges faced by those in military special operations. Join us as Chris shares insights from his extensive career, including his work with prestigious organizations like the SEAL Future Foundation and Boulder Crest Foundation, his testimony before US Congress, and his role as a consultant for the Department of Defense and other key agencies. We explore the implications of his findings for the treatment and understanding of Operator Syndrome and discuss how his efforts are making a tangible difference in the lives of our most elite warriors. Chris's expertise doesn't end with psychology. Under the pen name Christopher Bartley, he has authored nine historical crime novels that delve into themes of meaning, intimacy, and the American spirit during the tumultuous times of the Great Depression. Wolf 21- Check out what they have to offer for the best sleep of your life: https://www.thewolf21.com Use Code: "clearedhot" for 30% off of your 1st order The Speed of War Comic Series: https://www.thespeedofwar.com/ Check out the newest Cleared Hot Gear here: https://shop.clearedhotpodcast.com/  

Megan explains the struggle of putting on a brave face while wanting to disappear in plain sight - the sheer exhaustion and sense of hopelessness when searching for help. This is the experience of countless individuals affected by post traumatic stress injuries.Megan also shares hopeful insight from her current perspective as a coach and group facilitator for first responder peer support, outlining the actions that helped her on her journey. Guest Bio:Megan is a PATHH Guide for the Boulder Crest Foundation guiding Veterans and First Responders through the Warrior PATHH Program - a week-long Post Traumatic Growth Training.She spent 15 years in the Fire Service and retired as a Fire-Engineer/Paramedic after struggling with PTSD. Megan now runs her own First Responder Peer Support Group and has a weekly Zoom meeting where people from all over the country can voice their struggles, receive support, and find fellows and community.In addition to being a Certified Life Coach, Megan also works as a Health Mentor and educates on using dōTERRA Essential Oils and holistic approaches to help with PTSD and everyday health concerns.Megan lives in the Sierra foothills with her 2 dogs outside of El Dorado Hills, CA and has a vision of bringing people together for soulful gatherings, classes, in-person peer support groups, camping, and connection on her property.Megan's email is 4valiantcore@gmail.comWebsite: https://www.4valiantcore.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/megonfire/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-o-connor-b60577258/Resources mentioned on this episode: Bouldercrest.org Boulder Crest Foundation created the Warrior PATHH Training.The Struggle Well Experience for first responders. Struggle Well by Ken Falke and Josh Goldberg - an excellent resource on Post Traumatic GrowthFRSN.org First Responder Support Network who puts on the WCPR the West Coast Post Trauma Retreat. They also have a great resource list of First Responder Meetings and Support Groups and calls on the website. My website (although more coaching focused and still under construction) is 4valiantcore.comThe Body Keeps the Score and resources by Bessel Van Der Kolk MDResource lists created by Megan O'Connor:Preview attachment Megan's Resource and Tool List PDF.pdfMegan's Resource and Tool List PDF.pdf1.6 MBPreview attachment Megan's Resource and Tool List.pagesMegan's Resource and Tool List.pages2 MBAbout Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we explore the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.

In this episode, we're joined by David Nathanson, a USMC veteran with over 30 years of experience. He's the Executive Director of the Eagle Oak Retreat Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping veterans and first responders. The Eagle Oak Retreat Foundation is committed to providing wellness services and posttraumatic growth training to those who dedicate their lives to serving others. Their focus is on helping combat veterans and first responders overcome the traumatic stress that often results from their service to our country. One of the programs that Eagle Oak Retreat offers is Warrior PATHH, which was developed in collaboration with the Boulder Crest Foundation. This innovative program is designed to help combat veterans and first responders transform deep struggle into strength, fostering lifelong Posttraumatic Growth. We'll explore how this program works and its incredible impact on the lives of our nation's heroes. Support the Show Veteran Suicide & Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1 4Patriots: https://4Patriots.com/DriveOn Links & Resources Website: https://www.eagleoakretreat.org/ Follow Eagle Oak Retreat on Instagram: https://instagram.com/eagleoakretreat Follow Eagle Oak Retreat on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/eagleoakretreatfoundation/ Follow Eagle Oak Retreat on Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/eagleoakretreat Follow Eagle Oak Retreat on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EagleOakRetreat/ Follow David Nathanson on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/nathansondavid Transcript View the transcript for this episode.

We're back with another foray into some topics that are often considered outside the scope of military human performance, but play important roles in whether these programs achieve their goals: mental health, veteran healthcare, and the veteran disability system. Our guest brings 15 years of experience working as a clinical psychologist in the VA, plus extensive work on multiple initiatives with the special operations community. Christopher Frueh, PhD is a clinical psychologist by training and Professor of Psychology at the University of Hawaii. He has over thirty years of professional experience working with military veterans and active-duty personnel, and has conducted clinical trials, epidemiology, historical, and neuroscience research. He has co-authored over 300 scientific publications, including a graduate textbook on adult psychopathology. His work on “Operator Syndrome” is helping change the way we understand and treat the complex set of interrelated health, psychological, and interpersonal difficulties that are common downstream outcomes of a career in military special operations. He has advisory roles with SEAL Future Foundation, Boulder Crest Foundation, Military Special Operations Family Collaborative, The Mission Within, VETS, Inc., Quick Reaction Foundation, and to the military special operations community in general. We're actually going to have him back in a couple months to focus on Operator Syndrome because he has a book on the topic coming out, but on this episode we're focusing on his time at the VA, where he worked from 1991-2006. Specifically we're digging into how the VA approaches mental health. He has testified before US Congress, and served as a paid contractor for Department of Defense, Veterans Affairs, US State Department, and the National Board of Medical Examiners. He has also been published, quoted, and cited in a huge range of publications including commentaries in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, The Economist, Reuters, and many others. We strongly recommend listening to our episode with Dan Gade or reading his book if this is a topic that interests you. You'll hear both referenced a few times throughout this conversation. Here are a few of the references he mentioned during the episode: Kessler et al, 2005 - a large scale investigation of lifetime prevalence of mental health disorders. Frueh et al, 2005 - Chris' own research that the VA attempted to prevent from being published

For this episode, we welcome LtCol Chris Jackson USMC(Ret), the program director of the Warrior PATHH (Progressive and Alternative Training for Helping Heroes) at Sheep Dog Impact Assistance. We're talking about Post Traumatic Growth and learning to thrive in in the aftermath of trauma. Additional Resources: Books: Struggle Well by Ken Falke and Josh Goldberg Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel Van Der Kolk The Gift by Edith Eger Excommunicated Warrior by Nick Koumalatsos Videos: This is the "On Duty" video about Warrior PATHH - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pTjkd7aYNvg This is the "Reborn" video about Struggle Well - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cuk0DMa6olg Tucson Police Department implementation of Struggle Well into their academy - https://www.kgun9.com/news/local-news/how-tpd-recruits-learn-to-struggle-well Websites: This is the Boulder Crest Struggle Well webpage (a lot of good information on the program here) - https://bouldercrest.org/program/struggle-well/ This is Boulder Crest Foundation (creators of the curriculum) - https://bouldercrest.org/ This is the Avalon Action Alliance (PTSD, TBI, Substance Abuse) - https://www.avalonactionalliance.org/ All opinions expressed here are those of the individual and do not necessarily reflect those of the Krulak Center, Marine Corps University, the United States Marine Corps, or any other agency of the U.S. Government. Enjoyed this episode? Think there's room for improvement? Share your thoughts in this quick survey - all feedback is welcome! The survey may be found here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSenRutN5m31Pfe9h7FAlppPWoN1s_2ZJyBeA7HhYhvDbazdCw/viewform?usp=sf_link Intro/outro music is "Epic" from BenSound.com (https://www.bensound.com) Follow the Krulak Center: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thekrulakcenter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekrulakcenter/ Twitter: @TheKrulakCenter BlueSky Social: @thekrulakcenter.bsky.social LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/brute-krulak-center-for-innovation-and-future-warfare

Day 565. Today, we report on the latest updates from the front lines and discuss Kim Jong-un's visit to Russia to meet Vladimir Putin.Plus, in the first of the interviews from our trip to the United States, Dom Nicholls heads to the Boulder Crest Foundation, a veterans and first responders rehabilitation and wellness organisation. There he speaks to Josh Goldberg from the foundation, and Olena Bidovanets, a mental health practitioner from Ukraine, about mental health, stress and resilience, both for individuals in war and society at large.Contributors David Knowles (Host). @djknowles22 on Twitter.Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor, Defence). @DomNicholls on Twitter.Francis Dearnley (Assistant Comment Editor). @FrancisDearnley on Twitter.Joe Barnes (Brussels Correspondent). @Barnes_Joe on Twitter.With thanks to Josh Goldberg and Olena Bidovanets at the Boulder Crest Foundation.Read Russia expands military bases along Finland border, by Joe Barnes: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2023/09/11/russia-expands-military-bases-along-finland-border/Read Russia fired missiles at civilian cargo ship in Odesa as focus of Black Sea attacks shifts, by Joe Barnes: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2023/09/11/russia-missiles-odesa-black-sea-ukraine-putin/Subscribe to The Telegraph: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.ukSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this thought-provoking episode, Jason Kander, an Army veteran, lawyer, and former politician, joins me. We explore Kander's personal journey through PTSD and his advocacy for seeking help in dealing with trauma. Gain valuable insights from his memoir, Invisible Storm, as he shares his experiences of reintegrating into civilian life and finding purpose through post-traumatic growth. Join us for an enlightening discussion on PTSD, resilience, and the importance of supporting our veterans. Full show notes and resources can be found here: https://passionstruck.com/jason-kander-journey-to-post-traumatic-growth/  Resilience and Recovery: Jason Kander's Story of Overcoming PTSD and Building Community Kander talks about the need for mental health services and community support for veterans and encourages them to seek help. The podcast offers insights into the struggles of returning veterans and highlights the importance of seeking help for PTSD and mental health struggles. Listen to Kander's story to gain a better understanding of how we can all make a positive impact in our communities and help those in need. Several organizations provide valuable mental health resources and support to veterans and first responders experiencing PTSD, such as the Veterans Community Project, the Boulder Crest Foundation, and the War Angels Foundation.  Brought to you by Hello Fresh. Use code passion16 to get 16 free meals, plus free shipping!” Brought to you by Indeed. Head to https://www.indeed.com/passionstruck, where you can receive a $75 credit to attract, interview, and hire in one place. --► For information about advertisers and promo codes, go to: https://passionstruck.com/deals/  Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter or Instagram handle so we can thank you personally! --► Prefer to watch this interview: https://youtu.be/4_gmVPf1rZY  --► Subscribe to Our YouTube Channel Here: https://youtu.be/QYehiUuX7zs  Want to find your purpose in life? I provide my six simple steps to achieving it - passionstruck.com/5-simple-steps-to-find-your-passion-in-life/ Catch my interview with Marshall Goldsmith on How You Create an Earned Life: https://passionstruck.com/marshall-goldsmith-create-your-earned-life/  Watch the solo episode I did on the topic of Chronic Loneliness: https://youtu.be/aFDRk0kcM40  Want to hear my best interviews from 2023? Check out my interview with Seth Godin on the Song of Significance and my interview with Gretchen Rubin on Life in Five Senses. ===== FOLLOW ON THE SOCIALS ===== * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m  Learn more about John: https://johnrmiles.com/  Passion Struck is now on the AMFM247 broadcasting network every Monday and Friday from 5–6 PM. Step 1: Go to TuneIn, Apple Music (or any other app, mobile or computer) Step 2: Search for “AMFM247” Network

Hosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Eagle Oak Retreat's Warrior PATHH program Director Steven Brush on A Badge of Honor Podcast.Warrior PATHH (Progressive Alternative Training Helping Heroes) is the first training program to enable our nation's combat veterans and first responders to transform deep struggle into profound strength and lifelong Posttraumatic Growth (PTG).Warrior PATHH was developed by the Boulder Crest Foundation, a national nonprofit organization working to ensure that service members, veterans, first responders, and their families can live great lives in the aftermath of stress, struggle, and trauma.  You can follow Eagle Oak Retreat across social media and find out more about Warrior PATHHH by visiting https://www.eagleoakretreat.org/warrior-pathhA Badge of Honor offers workshops to first responders across the nation, working with mental health liasons and critical incident management teams for Post Traumatic Stress Injury Recovery, wellness and resilience. A Badge of Honor says, "We Hear You," and wants you to know you are not alone.A Badge of Honor Podcast is brought to you by:Carry In Texas, https://www.carryintexas.com 469-232-7894OBBM Network Podcasts, https://OBBMNetwork.com 214-714-0495Support the show

Our lives are filled with ups and downs, triumphs and tragedies, and success and stress. The question is not whether we will experience difficulty, challenge, or trauma; it is what we will do in response to such events and experiences. In this episode, Dr. Richard Tedeschi joins us to discuss how people can grow in the aftermath of trauma and live great lives — filled with Posttraumatic Growth. About Richard Glenn Tedeschi, Ph.D. Dr. Tedeschi received his B.A. in Psychology from Syracuse University, his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Ohio University, and completed his Clinical Psychology Internship at The University of North Carolina School of Medicine. Dr. Tedeschi is a Licensed Psychologist specializing in bereavement and trauma, is Professor Emeritus of Psychological Science at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and core faculty for the Health Psychology Ph.D. program. He is currently Distinguished Chair of the Boulder Crest Institute for Posttraumatic Growth, part of the Boulder Crest Foundation in Bluemont VA. He has published several books on posttraumatic growth, an area of research that he developed that examines personal transformations in the aftermath of traumatic life events. His latest books are the Posttraumatic Growth Workbook, and Transformed by Trauma co-authored with Bret Moore, of the US Army's Warrior Resilience Program. Dr. Tedeschi serves as a consultant to the American Psychological Association on trauma and resilience. He is a recipient of the Mary G. Clarke Award for Distinguished Service to Psychology given by the North Carolina Psychological Association, and is Past President of NCPA. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aimatmelanoma/support

We speak with Benny Johnson, columnist and host, about the House January 6th Committee referring criminal charges against former President Trump. Where could things go from here?With Christmas and the New Year upon us there is much to celebrate and look forward to. However, there are various challenges facing the nation, one of which is the rising rate of suicide among out nation's veterans and first responders. Ken Falke has dedicated his life to reversing this trend and is the founder of the Boulder Crest Foundation and we are happy to have him with us to discuss.

It is SO impressive what The Boulder Crest Foundation and The Boulder Crest Institute are doing for our Combat Veterans to help them heal from traumas. Their work is groundbreaking and it's working! The focus is on the teachings of posttraumatic growth. Ken Falke, Founder & Chairman of Boulder Crest, is a 21-year combat veteran of the U.S. Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) community and retired Master Chief Petty Officer. He believes there's no greater mission than helping Veterans, first responders, and their families rediscover hope, purpose, and a future that is truly worth living. It's his passion. He spends the majority of his time educating the public and private sectors on the issues surrounding the long-term care of our returning military personnel and their families from the last 20 years of war. Ken is excited about the breakthrough success he's seeing at Boulder Crest, and says this is the coolest thing he's ever worked on and he's worked on some pretty cool things. Ken is highly respected around the world as an innovative and forward-thinking leader on the subjects of wounded warrior care, military and veteran transition, counterterrorism, military training, and innovative technology development. I'm so honored to be able to shine a light on Ken Falke and Boulder Crest this Veterans Day and every day. To help transform 'struggle to strength', Boulder Crest offers 2 peaceful locations for struggling veterans to come spend a week, spend quality time, be embraced, understood and heal. One location is in Bluemont, VA and the other in Sonoita, Arizona. Plus they offer many other programs across the country where those who are struggling can get the quality help they need to find the path to a life worth living. Their efforts are working. The Boulder Crest locations feature things like ADA-accessible cabins with plenty of amenities for comfort and for families to join in. Therapeutic and recreational activities like equine, archery, art, music, labyrinth walks, and fishing. And optional organized group activities, like barbecues and bonfires, which create opportunities for guests to connect with, and draw strength from, one another in what they've coined as a 'warrior's paradise'. The Boulder Crest Institute, located in Bluemont VA,  serves as the hub for the development, delivery, study, and scaling of their groundbreaking, Posttraumatic Growth-based programs. The Institute led the development of the Warrior PATHH curriculum, which is now delivered in nine locations across the country: Boulder Crest Virginia, Boulder Crest Arizona, Boulder Crest's Mobile Training Team, and through partnerships in Florida (GratitudeAmerica), Georgia (Camp Southern Ground), South Carolina (Big Red Barn Retreat), Maine (Travis Mills Foundation), Arkansas (Sheep Dog Impact Assistance), and Washington State (Permission to Start Dreaming Foundation). The Institute is also currently leading programs in Miami, Florida and Tucson, Arizona, to integrate Struggle Well Training and Posttraumatic Growth into their police departments. This project is made possible by the support of the FirstNet by AT&T, the Gary Sinise Foundation, and the Community-Police Relations Foundation. Since the Institute's opening in January 2018, Boeing has been an invaluable strategic partner and supporter, enabling them to develop and deliver training on Posttraumatic Growth for the mental health community. Ken Falke and Boulder Crest Institute Co-Founder & Exec. Dir. Josh Goldberg, also co-authored a book that's taken the mental health world by storm. It's called "Struggle Well: Thriving in the Aftermath of Trauma."  It's changing the lives of Veterans, First Responders and anyone who's been worn down by 'struggling'.  "Struggle" the authors say, "is the story of every great leader, every great man, and every great woman. Through encountering obstacles, heroes are tested and forged into becoming the great, authentic human beings they are destined to be." I love this quote on their website:  " It's time to learn how to struggle well. Because struggle is a terrible thing to waste." Ken Falke and Josh Goldberg, the authors of Struggle Well, have trained more than 40,000 people in the principles and practices of how to Struggle Well. Boulder Crest Foundation is doing amazing work and would love your support. Here's where you can find out more about them and donate. And if you want to meet a real hero please take a few minutes to meet Ken Falke, Founder & Chairman Boulder Crest Foundation, in this warm podcast conversation from The Debbie Nigro Show.  The world is a better place because of people like Ken Falke.   

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On today's Breitbart News Daily podcast, we begin with a breakdown of Elon Musk's acquisition of Twitter and some other media news including CNN's pathetic ratings. Then, we get into all the latest political updates and much more. We have two guests today. It's "National First Responder Day" and Ken Falke, founder of the Boulder Crest Foundation (bouldercrest.org), is on to talk about it. He is a 21-year combat veteran of the U.S. Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team and has an amazing story that you won't want to miss. Then, we speak to Robert Cahaly, Senior Strategist and Pollster, The Trafalgar Group, which might be the best polling operation around.

Most people who suffer from PTSD have never heard of posttraumatic growth, and our guest today insists that a diagnosis isn't enough. People deserve the opportunity to liberate themselves and future generations from their traumas, in a safe, empathetic environment. Josh Goldberg is the co-founder and executive director of the Boulder Crest Institute for Posttraumatic Growth and has led Boulder Crest's efforts to develop the nation's first comprehensive, non-clinical curriculum for posttraumatic growth. He is dedicated to ensuring that service members, veterans, first responders, and their families have the opportunity to live lives of passion, purpose, and service.Josh joins us today as part of our Conscious Community segment to talk about training individuals in the principles of posttraumatic growth, and how this leads to an increased quality of life and a decreased suicide rate among veterans and first responders. We discuss PTSD in-depth, from its varied manifestations to the reasons people fail to seek help for it. Josh fills us in on the problem with the narrative of our mental health system and shares Boulder Crest Foundation's goal to normalize struggle and democratize the capacity to struggle well.Tune in for this inspiring episode with someone who truly has turned his life around to make a difference, and find out how he facilitates posttraumatic growth without retraumatization, enabling people to transcend their suffering, rather than simply endure it. Trauma serves as the earthquake that shakes up your entire reality and, in this episode, you'll discover the profound opportunity it can provide for you and your family to grow! What you'll learn about in this episode:Josh Golberg's journey to posttraumatic growth for veterans and first responders. The two powerful messages he took from the book, Man's Search for Meaning.The problem with the narrative of our mental health system.What Josh has learned from the people he works with.What PTSD is and how it manifests.The three categories first responders experience.Reasons people don't seek help for PTSD and mental health issues.Boulder Crest Foundation's goal to normalize struggle and democratize the capacity to struggle well.Why Josh isn't fond of the prolonged exposure technique.The involvement of families in the posttraumatic growth process.The phenomenon of post-secondary PTSD.A powerful exercise in the Warrior PATHH program.Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1G-jFswstcUhKLvGH4SQs3S0XJni171Dm/view?usp=sharingAdditional Resources:Josh Goldberg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmgoldberg55/Email Josh Golberg: josh.goldberg@bouldercrest.orgSharon Spano:Website: sharonspano.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SharonSpanoPHDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsharonspano/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonspano/Book: thetimemoneybook.comEvents: workshop.sharonspano.com/workshop Twitter: twitter.com/SharonSpano12-Week Toxic Relationship 1:1 Intensive: https://sharonspanoworkshops.com/intensive

In this timely installment of "Givers of GovCon" as May is Mental Health Awareness Month, we chat with Accenture Federal Services' Shawn Roman about his involvement with the Boulder Crest Foundation, why he feels strongly about supporting the wellness of veterans and their families, and how it relates to his work at Accenture. We're also joined by the foundation's founder and chairman Ken Falke, who shares more about the mission behind Boulder Crest and his personal passion for spreading awareness on PTSD and other emotional wounds veterans face. 

Ken Falke is a retired US Navy member and Chairman of the Boulder Crest Foundation. He's also a philanthropist, author, and speaker who has ran several of his own businesses and non-profits. On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Ken joins us to discuss why 70% of Americans hate their jobs, leading people post-pandemic, managing your control as a leader, and more. #LeadershipPrinciples #LeadingPeople #LeadershipStyles Be sure to check out Ken's book, Struggle Well: Thriving in the Aftermath of Trauma: https://www.amazon.ca/Struggle-Well-Thriving-Aftermath-Trauma-ebook/dp/B07BC59JMK Learn more about Ken's organization, Boulder Crest Foundation, by visiting their website: https://bouldercrest.org/ // Learn more about strategic planning & implementation: ► Subscribe so you never miss a video: www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrp…ub_confirmation=1 ► Get free workbook to guide you along the process: www.smestrategy.net/strategic-plann…mplate-workbook ► Learn how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: www.smestrategy.net/strategic-plann…ng-steps-course // More strategic planning resources: ► Join our free community: strategy-and-leadership.mn.co/ ► Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? www.smestrategy.net/strategic-plann…ator-consultant ► Want software to track your strategic plan. Get a 90-day free trial of Cascade Strategy: www.smestrategy.net/cascade // Connect with us: Blog ► www.smestrategy.net/blog Strategy & Leadership Podcast ►www.smestrategy.net/podcast Alignment Book ► www.smestrategy.net/alignment-book Contact us ►www.smestrategy.net/contact Subscribe on YouTube ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrp…ub_confirmation=1 // ABOUT SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. Based out of Vancouver, BC, we've worked with organizations all over North American and beyond in various industries including nonprofits, universities & government organizations. For more information on working with a facilitator for your next strategy session: www.smestrategy.net/strategic-plann…ator-consultant

Chief Revolution Officer John DiJulius of The DiJulius Group talks with Ken Falke about his newest book Lead Well: 10 Steps to Successful and Sustainable Leadership. As a former member of the U.S. Navy, a serial entrepreneur, and the current chairman and founder of Boulder Crest Foundation, Ken has learned the key disciplines that make a great leader. Learn the Lead Well 10: #1: Lead Yourself First #2: Set and Clearly Communicate Your Vision #3: Set and Achieve Goals that Align with Your Vision #4: Listen Well #5: Lead with Kindness #6: Hire Quality People #7: Create a Culture of Loyalty and Satisfaction #8: Hold Yourself and Others Accountable #9: Lead with Courage #10: Give Back Resources mentioned: The Customer Service Revolution Podcast  Lead Well: 10 Steps to Successful and Sustainable Leadership Customer Experience Executive Academy  Customer Experience Executive Online Academy  If you enjoyed this episode, we've created a PDF that has all of the key information for you from the episode. Just go over to our podcast page at https://thedijuliusgroup.com/the-customer-service-revolution-podcast to download it.  *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com

Today I'm joined by Ken Falke. Ken spent 21 years in the US Navy as a bomb disposal specialist. After retiring from the Navy, Ken became an entrepreneur. He founded and exited two businesses then later created two non-profit organizations. He currently serves as Chairman for Boulder Crest Foundation, a nonprofit organization focused on supporting combat veterans and their families, as well as first responders. He is also the author of an upcoming new book called LEAD WELL: 10 Steps to Successful and Sustainable Leadership. In this book, Ken introduces ten principles you need to become a more impactful leader. It's packed with Ken's insight from more than four decades in business, nonprofit, and military leadership. I'm honored to have him on the show to talk about it. LEAD WELL: 10 Steps to Successful and Sustainable Leadership book Boulder Crest Foundation _____ Purchase my latest bestselling leadership book now All in the Same Boat - Lead Your Organization Like a Nuclear Submariner Visit our sponsor Bottom Gun Coffee Company use the discount code "DEEP" Become a leader worth following today with these powerful resources: Purchase my bestselling leadership book "I Have the Watch: Becoming a Leader Worth Following" use the discount code "DEEP" Subscribe to my leadership newsletter Follow Jon S Rennie on Twitter Follow Jon S Rennie on Instagram Follow Jon S Rennie on YouTube Follow Jon S Rennie on Substack The Experience of Leadership book

Former NFL pro bowl cornerback Shawn Springs sits down with John R Miles to discuss how to stay grounded in life. We discuss how a traumatic brain injury he suffered while playing for the Washington Redskins, changed his life and created his passion to create better protection for future generations. Like this? Please subscribe, and join me on my new platform for peak performance, life coaching, and personal growth: https://passionstruck.com/. Boulder Crest Foundation: https://bouldercrest.org/. Thank you for listening to the Passion Struck podcast. Shawn Springs is a former professional football player who was a cornerback in the National Football League for 13 seasons playing with the Seahawks, Redskins, and Patriots. He played college football for Ohio State University and earned All-American honors. He was the highest pick ever to be drafted as a cornerback. Today, Shawn in s the CEO of Windpact where he built a core team of engineers, designers, and world-class scientists all dedicated to improving impact protection. During our discussion, we discuss his journey to the NFL, some of the highlights from his career, the one play on Dec 12, 2004, that completely changed his life when he was with the Washington Redskins, his board role with the Boulder Crest foundation, his path to becoming an entrepreneur, his mentorship with Microsoft founder Paul Allen, and his advice to those wishing to become passion struck as well as a bunch of fun questions about his time in the league. New Interviews with the World's GREATEST high achievers will be posted every Tuesday with a Momentum Friday inspirational message! SHOW NOTES 0:00 Shawn Springs Teaser 1:04 Show intro and background on Shawn Springs 3:50 Michigan vs. Ohio State University Rivalry 5:19 Why he got involved with the Boulder Crest Foundation and what it does 6:51 His experience with Roger Staubach 7:40 What is post-traumatic growth and mission of Warrior PATTH 10:40 What was going through his head when he was became the highest-drafted cornerback 13:49 Playing for the Seattle Seahawks and the mentoring he received from Paul Allen 17:00 The most talented wide-receivers he ever played against 19:00 His experience playing with Tom Brady and what makes Tom so great 21:46 The traumatic injury in 2004 that almost stopped his career and led to his current passion 24:24 Why he founded Windpact and what the company is doing to prevent head injuries 29:57 He discusses becoming an entrepreneur and the fear of having to do pitches 32:54 Shawn Spring's advice to those who are leaving the NFL 37:45 His advice on career reinvention and becoming an entrepreneur 40:56 The importance of celebrating the small wins 42:08 His secret to how to stay grounded in life 46:35 His predictions on the NFC East and Washing Football team renaming ENGAGE SHAWN SPRINGS AND WINDPACT *Website: https://windpact.com/ *LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/windpact/ *Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/windpact/ *Twitter: https://twitter.com/windpactinc ENGAGE WITH JOHN R. MILES * Subscribe to my channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnRMiles * Leave a comment, 5-star rating (please!) * Support me: https://johnrmiles.com * Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milesjohnr * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Johnrmiles.c0m. * Medium: https://medium.com/@JohnRMiles​ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles ABOUT JOHN R. MILES * https://johnrmiles.com/my-story/ * Guides: https://johnrmiles.com/blog/ * Coaching: https://passionstruck.com/coaching/ * Speaking: https://johnrmiles.com/speaking-business-transformation/ * Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/passion_struck PASSION STRUCK *Subscribe to Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-passion-struck-podcast/id1553279283 *Website: https://passionstruck.com/ *About: https://passionstruck.com/about-passionstruck-johnrmiles/ *Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast *LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/passionstruck *Blog: https://passionstruck.com/blog/  

When someone has just four years to go to receive a full pension and he resigns, you may ask yourself, “Why would anyone do that??” Their family's sake may be a first guess. That is exactly why Nate left the Tucson Police Department and went on a different path. He now runs a successful microgreens business, cares for his special-needs daughter, Ellie, and advocates for police officer wellness.Nate is a previous attendee of the Boulder Crest Foundation program, and we're going to find out more about this amazing organization.Info about Nate's microgreen business can be found at https://ezmicrogreens.comInfo about Boulder Crest can be found at https://bouldercrest.orgThis episode was sponsored by Filthy Pirate Coffee. Find out more at https://filthypirate.coffee

On this episode of the American Valor Podcast, we were joined by Ken Falke, the founder and chairman of the Boulder Crest Foundation and the author of “Struggle Well: Thriving in the Aftermath of Trauma.”After serving 21 years as a Master Chief Petty Officer in the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) community within the U.S. Navy, Ken founded Boulder Crest, a nonprofit organization that aims to heal, train, and support veterans, first responders and their families struggling with the aftermath of war and traumatic events. In this episode, Ken describes what it means to “struggle well” and how Boulder Crest uses the “Posttraumatic Growth” method to heal our nation's warfighters and first responders.Support the show (https://customcoinholders.com/product/walk-of-heroes/)

Camaraderie comes in many forms, from combat deployment to live-fire ranges, or field exercises. To ruck marches to morning PT sessions and back-to-back hour-long death by Powerpoint mandatory annual training. Service members almost always had a battle buddy there soldiering through it together. But, civilian life is much different and for some of us, the loneliness and lack of connectivity with others make even the most mundane aspects of life sometimes hard to bear. That is why there are many on this side of the DD-214 who have dedicated themselves to walking side-by-side with veterans through thick and thin, ready to encourage and help bring restoration to our warrior spirit. We speak with three men who have dedicated themselves to that cause today. During this episode of the #StillServing podcast, Host Rob Couture speaks with Stuart Taylor, President & CEO of the Allied Forces Foundation who describes the challenging, yet rewarding events his charity puts on for veterans from both sides of the pond. Ken Faulk, Founder and Chairman of the Bouldercrest Foundation, talks about his retreat setting in Northern Virginia and how it's helping veterans and their families cope with past traumas and feel whole again. And extreme sports enthusiasts and veterans advocate Ricky Falls shares his passion for bringing awareness to the plight of homeless veterans by way of a long-distance cycling trip.   Stuart Taylor, President & CEO, Allied Forces Foundation —   Stuart shares his deep military roots which span multiple countries and multiple centuries. [4:11] The Allied Forces Foundation is driven to support wounded or injured warriors in events that foster communication and rehabilitation. [12:00] A Cateran Yomp and the upcoming Appalachian Yomp is a heroic, restorative event that blends personal experiences with marching and traditions. [17:18] How to register to participate or volunteer for the Appalachian Yomp on the Allied Forces Foundation website. [34:30]   Ken Falke, Founder & Chairman of the Boulder Crest Foundation —   Ken pursued a military career as a Ceremonial Guard and EOD after playing professional hockey. [45:01] After selling A-T Solutions, Ken began to assist the families of wounded EOD personnel and the project morphed into the Boulder Crest Foundation. [51:21] Boulder Crest works in alignment with a posttraumatic growth program to build confidence. [1:00:06] Ken shares a story of Admiral James Stockdale and how he reinstated hope to returned POWs. [1:03:24] The Appalachian Yomp begins at the Boulder Crest retreat center and goes to Harper's Ferry. [1:09:30]   Ricky Folse, Extreme Sports Enthusiast, and Homeless Veterans Advocate—   Ricky assists homeless veterans by raising awareness during a long-distance biking trip that ends in our nation's capital. [1:15:23] In an upcoming fight, Ricky is working with the promoter to have the fight of the night trophy named to honor a WW2 veteran. [1:25:32] To donate to Ricky's Veterans Day century ride to help homeless veterans visit Ricky Fit on Facebook. [1:29:13]   For more information or continue the conversation, please visit: Veterans of Foreign Wars Website VFW Podcast Page @VFWHQ on Twitter VFW on Facebook @RobCoutureVFW on Facebook VFW Unmet Needs Program Call 1-888-JOIN-VFW Text “NEEDS” to 20222 to donate to the Unmet Needs Program Today's VFW — Share Your #StillServing Story Allied Forces Foundation Boulder Crest Foundation Rick Fit on Facebook  

Paul Downs discusses the Warrior PATHH perspective on personal growth, struggling well, shifting perspectives and Post Traumatic Growth. From PTSD, to struggles in normal life, Paul highlights best practices and growth practices that benefit all comers. 25:08 - It's not about what's wrong but what happened - a paradigm shift. 32:50 - Choice and Post Traumatic Growth (reacting vs responding) 49:40 - Doing Hard Things: Don't do big shit, do little shit in a big way. 1:12:20 - Growth and wellness are yours - focus on you. Seek joy. 1:17:40 - Be Curious and Practice Gratitude. 1:24:00 - Should you go to Warrior PATHH? Boulder Crest Foundation: https://bouldercrest.org/

Tyler chats with Ken Falke, the Founder and Chairman of Boulder Crest Foundation, which uses the proven science of Posttraumatic Growth to heal, train, and advocate for combat veterans, first responders, and their families who have experienced trauma. Boulder Crest has developed, delivers, and scales transformative programs to ensure these remarkable men and women transform struggle into strength and lifelong growth, so they can live the great lives they deserve, with a highlight on a new, innovative, and effective approach to PTSD and combat-related stress, called PATHH (Progressive and Alternative Training for Healing Heroes).Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=DPPU22JG5EM6Y)

Hello everyone, welcome to Episode #29 of the “Spotlight Podcast: Success Stories for Veterans” where it is our job to breakdown and analyze Titans in both the military and civilian communities to discover their tactics, mindset, and systems so that you can apply them to your life, and your transition. Those titans range from NYT best-selling authors to former heads of state, to other divergent thinkers who dominate their field by challenging conventional wisdom. Today we are interviewing Ken Falke and Josh Goldberg. I discovered Ken and Josh through their incredible book Struggle Well: Thriving in the Aftermath of Trauma. Ken, after leaving his bomb disposal unit in the Navy, became a serial entrepreneur and is now the Chairman at the Boulder Crest Foundation. Josh, on the other hand, comes from the civilian world. After 10 years spent climbing to the top of the corporate ladder, Josh knew he needed to make a change. Josh is now the Executive Director of Boulder Crest Foundation and doing work he wants to continue for the rest of his life. Both Ken and Josh spend their time working on the Warrior PATHH program to take it nationwide while continuing to develop the Struggle Well Online Training Program. So how do Ken and Josh do it? Listen and find out.