There is mystery in fishing, excitement in not knowing what memory you'll pull up from below.
Read MoreDespite the running water, we turn towards it and start to figure out how to move against it. The problem is, we have to figure it out while we're fighting it.
You have the badge? Great. Welcome to the world of fire service learning, hard work, reality, and humility.
Resiliency is about preparing for a future where you'll be stood against trouble. Let's focus this conversation on a tool-set we already use; forcible entry.
Despite what may be possible, they desperately wish you will have the fortitude, durability and passion to help every single time they call.
Consider the source, weigh the options, weigh the consequences and then make your choice.
We had a talk about physical fitness, mental toughness and what you need to do to be prepared to fight.
And the Directors call could come again any moment. And you will go. You will join the crew, step into costume and answer the call.
Casting a wide net, MISSIONFORWARD aims to provide actionable resiliency tools to first responders, active duty military and adjacent communities.
Next time the complaining starts- go work. Don’t feed into the negativity, and don’t let it influence you. And remember, the Job is still good.
It's time once again to peel back some of the tough exterior and rebuild those skills to fully actualize my experience. I've decided to start with yoga.