Notes on Resilience

Send us a textWhat if the difference between surviving and falling apart in the face of trauma was a simple conversation? Prepare to be enlightened by our guest, Tony Harrison, the founder of the Public Safety Group. Tony taps into his extensive experience, from being a dispatcher and deputy sheriff to a consultant, to illustrate the power of resilience and compassion in dealing with trauma. He stresses the rising issue of compassion fatigue and the importance of discussing our experiences to develop resilience, especially for public safety professionals.Tony recounts his time as a 911 dispatcher during the Oklahoma City bombing. His conscious decision to become a survivor, rather than a victim of the event, sheds light on the critical role of resilience. We also discuss the part institutions and systems play in offering resources to develop resilience, as well as how sharing traumatic experiences builds resilience.  His insights provide a roadmap not just for those in public safety but for anyone grappling with trauma and seeking to build resilience.Tony is the President of The Public Safety Group. He has more than 30 years of public safety communications experience and has lectured over 20,000 public safety professionals. Tony spent many years with the Oklahoma City Police Department’s communications division and was the supervisor on duty during the bombing of the Murrah Federal Building. He also holds the distinction of Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials (APCO) life member and emergency number professional (ENP) from the National Emergency Number Association (NENA).Learn more about Tony and his work on his website The Public Safety Group, and you can email him at: tony@publicsafetygroup.com.Go to https://betterhelp.com/resilience or click Notes on Resilience during sign up for 10% off your first month of therapy with my sponsor BetterHelp. Support the show__________ Producer / Editor: Neel PanjiInvite Manya to inspire and empower your teams and position your organization as a forward-thinking leader in well-being, resilience, and trauma sensitivity.Please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your listening platform of choice. It really helps others find us.#trauma #resilience #compassion #MentalHealth #CompassionateLeadership #leadership #survivor

Send us a textHow do you build resilience in the face of adversity? What role does emotional intelligence play in managing stress, uncertainty, and anxiety? Tune in as I join forces with emotional intelligence guru, speaker, and author Jen Shirkani to learn about the combination of emotional intelligence and resilience, its vital role in stress management, and the unique perspectives she gained from her conversations with survivors.Ever wondered how to measure emotional intelligence? Jen guides us through the significance of identifying behavioral patterns, the delicate equilibrium of assertiveness and empathy, and how self-awareness bolsters relationships. In this conversation, we explore the importance of resilience and how organizations can nurture it. We touch on how mistakes can be transformed into learning opportunities, the crucial role of resources such as EAPs and health insurance, and community and social networks. We delve into the creation of resilient organizations post-trauma, employing emotional intelligence and compassion. Join us for these insights into emotional intelligence, resilience, and the path to personal and professional growth.Jen Shirkani is a nationally recognized expert on emotional intelligence and a featured speaker at national and state conferences, universities, government agencies, and at business organizations around the world. She is the author of Ego vs EQ and Choose Resilience, guides for leveraging the power of emotional intelligence.You can learn more about Jen at her website Jen Shirkani or Penumbra Talent Management Solutions, or follow her on LinkedIn or Instagram.  Or contact her via email: jennifer@penumbra.comGo to https://betterhelp.com/resilience or click Notes on Resilience during sign up for 10% off your first month of therapy with my sponsor BetterHelp. Support the show__________ Producer / Editor: Neel PanjiInvite Manya to inspire and empower your teams and position your organization as a forward-thinking leader in well-being, resilience, and trauma sensitivity.Please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your listening platform of choice. It really helps others find us.#trauma #resilience #compassion #MentalHealth #CompassionateLeadership #leadership #survivor

Send us a textJoin us as we tackle the art of resilience with speaker, entrepreneur, and advocate Jodi Samuels. With her superpower for compartmentalizing stress, Jodi takes us through her life as a world traveler, entrepreneur, and mother, shedding light on how focusing on the big picture and not fussing over trivialities has shaped her journey. Our conversation includes personal responsibility and the crucial role it plays in building resilience, Jodi's life lessons and practical tools for building resilience,  the audacity of never fearing rejection, and the importance of appreciating life's journey and remaining hopeful for the future. You will be inspired as we unearth the power of gratitude, wisdom, and even wine in fostering resilience. Tune in to this episode to delve into a profound exploration of resilience and discover practical tools to cultivate it in your own life.Jodi Samuels is an international speaker, entrepreneur, and a passionate advocate for children with special needs since the day her youngest child was diagnosed at birth with Down syndrome. Her memoir Chutzpah, Wisdom and Wine: The Journey of an Unstoppable Woman shows how she uses resilience and humor to face life's challenges and come out on top. She created Jodi's Voice to inspire people to live their lives to the fullest and overcome limiting perspectives, and to challenge them to recognize how they can make a difference in their own world. You can find Jodi on her website: Jodi's Voice, or on Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn. email Jodi at:  jodi@jodisvoice.comBuy her book: Chutzpah, Wisdom and Wine: The Journey of an Unstoppable Woman Go to https://betterhelp.com/resilience or click Notes on Resilience during sign up for 10% off your first month of therapy with my sponsor BetterHelp. Support the show__________ Producer / Editor: Neel PanjiInvite Manya to inspire and empower your teams and position your organization as a forward-thinking leader in well-being, resilience, and trauma sensitivity.Please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your listening platform of choice. It really helps others find us.#trauma #resilience #compassion #MentalHealth #CompassionateLeadership #leadership #survivor

Send us a textListen in to this conversation with Anna Seewald, a psychologist, educator, parenting coach, and host of the Authentic Parenting podcast, about the intricacies of resilience and its pivotal role in parenting. We unravel the threads of shame and unworthiness, shedding light on the need for self-compassion in the process of healing. We also talk about the generational ramifications of trauma and the uphill battle of navigating parenthood while simultaneously healing deep-seated wounds.We tackle the myth of resiliency as an innate characteristic, advocating instead that it's a skill that can—and should—be cultivated; and emphasize the invaluable roles of social connections, role models, and support networks in nurturing this skill. Drawing from her breadth of experience in trauma-informed parenting, Anna shares her insights on the significance of trauma-sensitive leadership in creating environments that enable personal growth.Anna Seewald is a seasoned podcaster, author, and speaker, devoted to empowering parents in their journey to nurture thriving children. Her passion for child well-being was ignited when she survived a devastating earthquake at 13, inspiring her dream to become a psychologist to serve children. With over two decades of international experience, Anna now equips parents with essential knowledge and tools to support their child's authentic growth, firmly believing that nurturing parents is the key to shaping a brighter future for children.To learn more about Anna, visit her website Authentic Parenting, listen to her podcast, Authentic Parenting, or follow her on  Instagram.Go to https://betterhelp.com/resilience or click Notes on Resilience during sign up for 10% off your first month of therapy with my sponsor BetterHelp. Support the show__________ Producer / Editor: Neel PanjiInvite Manya to inspire and empower your teams and position your organization as a forward-thinking leader in well-being, resilience, and trauma sensitivity.Please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your listening platform of choice. It really helps others find us.#trauma #resilience #compassion #MentalHealth #CompassionateLeadership #leadership #survivor

Send us a textHave you ever wondered how societies rebound from atrocities like the Holocaust? Join me for a compelling conversation with scholar and author Dan McMillan, where we explore this very question. Founder and leader of Safe Democracy in America, Dan provides a unique perspective on societal resilience in the face of trauma, drawing from his study of the Holocaust. His insights shed light on the resilience of victims and also on the moral evolution that societies undergo in the aftermath of such horrors.We delve into how World War II set the stage for the civil rights movement, one of the most significant societal changes in American history. And we talk about the enduring power of belief in human potential and underline the importance of resilience at an individual level. With Dan's perspective on the moral progress of society in the last 60 years, we will navigate the intersection of history, resilience, and human rights. Join us as we successfully challenge your understanding of the past and offer renewed hope for the future.Dan is the founder and executive director of Save Democracy in America, and he has a Ph.D. in German history from Columbia University and a law degree from Fordham. He has worked as a book editor, as a history professor, and as a prosecuting attorney, and published his first book in 2014, the acclaimed How Could This Happen: Explaining the Holocaust. You can reach Dan via his website Save Democracy in America or buy his book How Could This Happen? Explaining the Holocaust.Go to https://betterhelp.com/resilience or click Notes on Resilience during sign up for 10% off your first month of therapy with my sponsor BetterHelp. Support the show__________ Producer / Editor: Neel PanjiInvite Manya to inspire and empower your teams and position your organization as a forward-thinking leader in well-being, resilience, and trauma sensitivity.Please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your listening platform of choice. It really helps others find us.#trauma #resilience #compassion #MentalHealth #CompassionateLeadership #leadership #survivor

Send us a textIn the face of adversity, we often find strength we never knew we had. Today, we're in for an inspiring conversation with teacher and poet Sean Hogan. A survivor of the 9/11 attack, Sean gives us a unique insight into his journey of recovery and the difficulties we face in the aftermath of trauma. We delve into how significant it is to share our experiences with a trusted confidant and how the narrative we construct about our traumatic experiences is instrumental in how we deal with them in the future. We also explore the systemic role in supporting individuals post-trauma and the necessity of community care. Our systems are only as good or corrupt as the humans working them, and it’s up to each of us in our own way, to push back against the part of the system we have connection to, using whatever privilege we have. 'Sean is a writer, teacher, creative mentor, and spoken word poet. Join us for this soul-stirring conversation that reminds us of the strength within each one of us.Two accounts on Instagram: Sean Poets and Mr. HoganELA., on Mastodon, or on Twitter. Read his articles about education on We Are Teachers.com. Go to https://betterhelp.com/resilience or click Notes on Resilience during sign up for 10% off your first month of therapy with my sponsor BetterHelp. Support the show__________ Producer / Editor: Neel PanjiInvite Manya to inspire and empower your teams and position your organization as a forward-thinking leader in well-being, resilience, and trauma sensitivity.Please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your listening platform of choice. It really helps others find us.#trauma #resilience #compassion #MentalHealth #CompassionateLeadership #leadership #survivor

Send us a textCan you imagine what it's like to face a life-altering tragedy and come out even stronger on the other side? Christina Stanton embodies this strength--after 9-11 she discovered the power of instinct and the importance of community in the healing process.  Her We engage in a thought-provoking discussion on the role of therapy in trauma healing, and how turning to others, irrespective of our tendencies, can help us cope with adversity, a lesson that is universally applicable.  Don't miss this inspiring conversation that celebrates the indomitable strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity.You can reach Christina and find out more about her books on her website ChristinaRayStanton.com. Go to https://betterhelp.com/resilience or click Notes on Resilience during sign up for 10% off your first month of therapy with my sponsor BetterHelp. Support the show__________ Producer / Editor: Neel PanjiInvite Manya to inspire and empower your teams and position your organization as a forward-thinking leader in well-being, resilience, and trauma sensitivity.Please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your listening platform of choice. It really helps others find us.#trauma #resilience #compassion #MentalHealth #CompassionateLeadership #leadership #survivor

Send us a textWe journey through the stories of stress and adversity which, rather than breaking us, actually serve to cultivate resilience with Jesse Kohler, the Executive Director of the Campaign for Trauma-Informed Policy and Practice. Jesse's personal narrative of loss, and the unexpected outreach from a coach that followed, is a touching and powerful illustration of this.We also examine an often overlooked space - the school system, where trauma-informed policy can make a world of difference. We discuss the need to refocus our attention from outcomes to process, to reevaluate our approach towards children's behaviors in response to trauma, and the urgency of a holistic approach to transform trauma in our society. In this episode, we walk away with a renewed understanding of resilience and the fundamentals of creating a trauma-informed society. Tune in to be inspired and empowered.You can find out more about Jesse and CTIPP at CTIPP.org, on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, or YouTube.Go to https://betterhelp.com/resilience or click Notes on Resilience during sign up for 10% off your first month of therapy with my sponsor BetterHelp. Support the show__________ Producer / Editor: Neel PanjiInvite Manya to inspire and empower your teams and position your organization as a forward-thinking leader in well-being, resilience, and trauma sensitivity.Please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your listening platform of choice. It really helps others find us.#trauma #resilience #compassion #MentalHealth #CompassionateLeadership #leadership #survivor

Send us a textHave you ever wondered about the workings of the human mind in the face of trauma? Let's join therapist Joy Turner in an illuminating conversation on the complexities of trauma, the unique paths to resilience, the critical role of early intervention, and how traumatic memories differ from non-traumatic ones.We look at the systemic factors at play and the pivotal role institutions can play in the healing journey. Joy also sheds light on the challenges in implementing trauma-informed programs, such as lack of funding and societal stigmas, particularly around sexual trauma. Joys also talks about the importance of supporting trauma survivors, educating parents on emotional safety, and creating thriving environments post-trauma.Joy is a mental health therapist who works with a wide variety of adults, families, children/teens, and couples.  She recognizes the importance of supporting individuals and families based on their uniqueness and differences. She is also a board-approved supervisor for associates in the process of licensure.You can find Joy at Joyful Living Behavioral Health, or via email: joy@joyfullivingbh.comGo to https://betterhelp.com/resilience or click Notes on Resilience during sign up for 10% off your first month of therapy with my sponsor BetterHelp. Support the show__________ Producer / Editor: Neel PanjiInvite Manya to inspire and empower your teams and position your organization as a forward-thinking leader in well-being, resilience, and trauma sensitivity.Please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your listening platform of choice. It really helps others find us.#trauma #resilience #compassion #MentalHealth #CompassionateLeadership #leadership #survivor

Send us a textImagine a world where your challenges are not your undoing, but instead are your superpowers. This is what our guest, Kelly Mendenhall embodies every single day. After becoming suddenly disabled, Kelly endured formidable hardships, including multiple surgeries. Yet, she has adapted and thrived, using these experiences as catalysts for growth.Navigating life with a disability has significantly challenged both Kelly and we dive into her journey, spotlighting the pain of chronic conditions, the mental health repercussions, and the uphill battle for disability benefits. There are flaws in the systems designed to support individuals and the struggle to access essential resources is a reality for many. We also discuss the immense benefits of adopting resilience, compassion, and trauma-sensitive leadership in creating an environment conducive to success, regardless of the circumstances. Tune in to unearth the true strength in resilience.Kelly J. Mendenhall is an author, journalist, speaker, creator, and activist determined to stop #MedicalGaslighting from killing and disabling women. In 2017, Kelly suddenly and unexpectedly became medically disabled and unable to work outside the home.You can learn more about Kelly on her website KellyJMendenhall.com, on Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok. You can reach her via email: hello@kellyjmendenhall.com.Go to https://betterhelp.com/resilience or click Notes on Resilience during sign up for 10% off your first month of therapy with my sponsor BetterHelp. Support the show__________ Producer / Editor: Neel PanjiInvite Manya to inspire and empower your teams and position your organization as a forward-thinking leader in well-being, resilience, and trauma sensitivity.Please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your listening platform of choice. It really helps others find us.#trauma #resilience #compassion #MentalHealth #CompassionateLeadership #leadership #survivor