Austin Pederson & Brad Shepherd
Austin Pederson & Brad Shepherd
Brad Shepherd | Oklahoma Highway Patrol
Brad Shepherd | Oklahoma Highway Patrol
Brad Shepherd | Oklahoma Highway Patrol
Thursday 8th September 2022
Brad Shepherd from Wounded Blue shares his story and discusses mental health support for first responders on 'No One Fights Alone'.
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Austin Pederson & Brad Shepherd
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Body & Mind
Sobriety Toolkit
Healing Relationships
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Brad Shepherd's Journey: Mental Health Challenges and Support for First Responders
Nobody needs to fight this battle alone, right? And if I had it all do over again, I'm, I'm not one of those guys that, oh yeah, I'd love for this. Well, Brad, you, you are one of the people that I respect most through this process, cause no one told you how to do it, but you found a path that worked for you, uh, and stepped into a position to give back to others.
Imagine dedicating your life to saving others, only to find yourself in need of rescue. In this episode of 'No One Fights Alone', hosts Austin Pederson and Brad Shepherd have an eye-opening chat with Brad Shepherd from Wounded Blue. Brad shares his personal journey, shedding light on the mental health struggles that first responders face daily. He talks about the impact of loss and the difficult transition from a career in emergency services to civilian life.
The conversation dives deep into coping mechanisms, highlighting the crucial role of peer support in first responder wellness. Brad's candid discussion on forgiveness and personal growth offers valuable insights for anyone in the first responder community. The episode also explores various resources available for mental health support, including the innovative approaches by Chateau Recovery. Brad's heartfelt quote, 'Nobody needs to fight this battle alone', serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of seeking help and supporting each other.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone connected to or interested in the wellbeing of first responders.