Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Create Your Own Light
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| Everything to Lose and Nothing to Prove | 28 Jan 2025 | 00:44:09 | |
In this episode I discuss struggling through a heavy depressive episode that won't seem to end. I go on to talk about being human and not having everything figured out but refusing to give up. I also talk about seeking validation from external sources. Enjoy! | |||
| Fake A$$ Brotherhood | 05 Jan 2025 | 00:55:36 | |
In this episode I talk about the illusion of the First Responder Brotherhood. I go on to talk about the mindset of a young First Responder vs the mindset of a more veteran First Responder and how when you're down, people will rally around you. But when you're up, many of those same people want to see you fail. I also get into the superman vs family man complex. Enjoy! | |||
| Spouses Who Poke the PTSD Bear | 06 Mar 2024 | 00:38:32 | |
In this episode I discuss spousal disagreements and the importance of knowing when to walk away vs stand your ground in a potentially volatile situation with your loved one. I also go on to talk about hypervigilance and understanding the mind of your first responder and how to help manage triggers as a family. Enjoy! | |||
| Growth Process | 20 Sep 2021 | 00:46:15 | |
In this episode I discuss the growth process and how change is a good thing. I also hit on the importance of forgiving yourself and others to help promote healthy growth along with recognizing and utilizing your gifts/purpose to help others. | |||
| Mommy and Daddy are Different | 13 Sep 2021 | 00:38:09 | |
In this episode I ask, when is the right time to talk to your children about your trauma exposure? Does your exposure effect your children? If so, will you talk to them about it or leave them to wonder why you are the way that you are? I go on to discuss the positivity that children bring and bouncing back from hardships. I also tell the story of dumbass. Enjoy! | |||
| Setting Goals and Staying Motivated | 06 Sep 2021 | 01:02:58 | |
In this episode I discuss random topics that were submitted to me via Instagram. I cover how to manage anxiety, quitting bad habits, how to prioritize, setting goals, how to stay motivated, learning to say NO and much more. Enjoy! | |||
| Tipping Point | 30 Aug 2021 | 00:48:02 | |
In this episode I discuss managing emotions once you've reached your tipping point, how to recover and manage the sudden explosion of emotions afterwards. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travishowze/ | |||
| The Burden of Self Care | 23 Aug 2021 | 01:01:35 | |
In this episode I discuss the burden of selfishness as it applies to self care. How do we find the balance of selfishness that not only accommodates us the individual, but also, our families? I go on to talk about the ability to be vulnerable with loved ones. There may also be a story of a prank gone wrong along with some other inappropriate content. Enjoy! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travishowze/ | |||
| Self Control | 16 Aug 2021 | 00:53:25 | |
In this episode I discuss the growth process of self control. Often times we can prevent an over reaction on our part just by being more aware of our surroundings and how every confrontation does not deserve a confrontation. I further discuss the importance of integrating oneself into society despite heightened levels of anxiety. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travishowze/ | |||
| The Victim Mentality | 09 Aug 2021 | 00:48:19 | |
In this episode I discuss the toxicity of the victim mentality and moving forward despite setbacks in life. I also discuss the importance of being your own hero and hypervigilance. I may or may not talk a little shit in this episode. Enjoy. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travishowze/ | |||
| Your Most Valuable Commodity | 02 Aug 2021 | 00:36:21 | |
In this episode I discuss the importance of understanding and protecting the value of your most valuable commodity, YOUR TIME! I highly encourage extreme selfishness when it comes to giving away the most precious gift we have been blessed with. I further discuss self reliance and self sufficiency and how relying on others over the most basic skills and tasks not only weakens our ability to provide and teach our children but it also cripples them. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travishowze/ | |||
| The Good Ol Days | 26 Jul 2021 | 00:40:26 | |
In this episode I discuss the importance of living in the moment for one day those moments will be referred to as the Good Ol Days. I also discuss finding the joy in things that are uncomfortable for those too will become great memories. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travishowze/ | |||
| Tools of the Trade | 19 Jul 2021 | 00:54:43 | |
In this episode I discuss how our mind is the most powerful tool that we posses yet the most overlooked and abused tool in our arsenal. I further discuss occupational hazards and the importance of knowing and doing better. I also disclose how tough guys die weak and the importance of taking care of our bodies along with a little shit talking. Enjoy! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travishowze/ | |||
| When a Mother Fu#%er Tests You | 12 Feb 2024 | 00:48:18 | |
In this episode I discuss the importance of controlling your reaction to other people's ignorance. I go on to talk about other people who take your relationship for granted by constantly testing your patience and how to handle those situations. I go on to discuss how spouses can help their significant other during moments of despair through simple techniques. Enjoy! | |||
| Fire Department Chronicles with Jason Patton | 12 Jul 2021 | 01:09:22 | |
In this episode I talk to my buddy Firefighter Jason Patton who is the creator of the wildly successful YouTube Channel Fire Department Chronicles and Vice President of Fire Dept. Coffee. Jason, an avid mental health advocate, talks openly about the mental health crisis surrounding the first responder community. We further discuss his journey into becoming a firefighter and one of the funniest dudes in the Fire Service. What a pleasure it was to spend an hour talking with Jason. Please find his hilarious content on the links below. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travishowze/ | |||
| Diplomatic Caveman | 05 Jul 2021 | 00:42:34 | |
In this episode I discuss how simple stressors can send an already hypervigilant person's system into overdrive. I further discuss situational awareness, parenting guilt and the decline of masculine men in our society. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travishowze/ | |||
| Suicide and Failed Leadership | 28 Jun 2021 | 00:57:27 | |
In this episode I discuss how failed leadership has, can and will cost lives when it comes to mental wellness. I further discuss the 14 leadership traits of the United States Marine Corps and how we can apply them to our daily lives in order to become better leaders at home and in the work place along with men wearing panties. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travishowze/ | |||
| Honoring Our Fallen | 21 Jun 2021 | 00:46:29 | |
In this episode I discuss how being in a constant state of mourning over our fallen or lost loved ones can be detrimental to our mental wellness. I also expand on spousal support for those diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress, dick moves, how shitting on the beach is just rude and much more. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travishowze/ | |||
| It Dont Mean Nothin | 14 Jun 2021 | 00:46:40 | |
In this episode I discuss how we put so much emphasis on things do not really matter vs putting the emphasis on what does matter. I further discuss the burden of survivors guilt and how letting go of that guilt leads to a more fruitful life along with peer support and we all can be more supportive of those around us. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travishowze/ | |||
| The Power of Perspective | 09 Jun 2021 | 00:57:59 | |
In this episode I discuss the power of perspective and how we can change the outcome of our bad day just by seeing it through a different lens. I also discuss the warrior mind set and how winning each and every day is a must in the battle for mental wellness. There may be a very inappropriate story included. | |||
| Making The Effort | 04 Jun 2021 | 00:56:58 | |
In this episode I discuss the constant grind of creating your own happiness and how we won't just wake up one day and everything will be fine. Rather, we have to consciously and consistently make an effort to seek out enjoyment and fulfillment rather than wait for it to show it up at our doorstep. I also discuss a few funny police stories and so much more. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travishowze/ | |||
| Conquering Your Fears | 24 May 2021 | 00:38:50 | |
In this episode I discuss letting go of fear and doing things that scare you in order to build more self confidence. I also talk about recognizing your gifts / talents, recognizing life's redirecting moments and how life somehow puts you exactly where you need to be! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travishowze/ | |||
| Fight or Flight | 17 May 2021 | 00:33:12 | |
In this episode I talk about the Fight of Flight mode in our brains and how those diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress can be more susceptible to adverse reactions vs those without the diagnosis. I further discuss half ass apologies and chaos amidst peace. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travishowze/ | |||
| Broken Compass | 10 May 2021 | 00:36:09 | |
In this episode I am all over the map without a compass discussing my Leadership, Mental Wellness and Resiliency classes, Comedy Life, Cops, the Waffle House and Haters. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travishowze/ | |||
| What's Your Family Worth to You | 25 Jan 2024 | 00:45:57 | |
In this episode I discuss how to break toxic cycles that impede positive growth. I go on to talk about the importance of having a supportive cast in your corner during this process. I also discuss the value of your personal legacy and climbing the mountain of wellness. I also talk a little shit in the begging. Enjoy! | |||
| Going Hands On | 03 May 2021 | 00:41:59 | |
In this episode I discuss going Hands On in funny and scary situations. I also tell a few stories from my days on the street and request some of your funny or crazy stories for future episodes. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travishowze/ | |||
| Managing Emotional Relationship Strain | 26 Apr 2021 | 00:49:35 | |
In this episode I talk about the gritty relationship struggles and issues that many of us face in the military, emergency services and beyond. I talk about the high divorce rate, how never feeling like we are enough and how not letting go of past differences destroy our relationships. I also dive into how we are too different to understand from our spouses point of view. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travishowze/ | |||
| Dying Along The Line of Duty | 19 Apr 2021 | 00:46:19 | |
In this episode I discuss Dying Along The Line of Duty as opposed to Dying in the Line of Duty. I further discuss the economical impact mental health awareness plays in our emergency service communities while also discussing working with South Carolina Senator Brian Adams on Bill S-O94, a bill aimed at assisting emergency service personnel with medical assistance/expenses from job related trauma exposure. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travishowze/ | |||
| Thankful on an Empty Tank | 12 Apr 2021 | 00:55:08 | |
In this episode I discuss being Thankful even when things may not be going as planned. I further discuss Social Media Addiction, Suicide Ideation, handling flashbacks and triggers and spousal communication. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travishowze/ | |||
| Staying in the Fight | 05 Apr 2021 | 00:40:09 | |
In this episode I talk about putting one foot in front of the other. You don't win every single day or week but you still have to try by staying in the fight. I further discuss signs and symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress in ourselves and co-workers, living vs existing, changing culture, using comedy to cope, responding to autistic patients and more. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travishowze/ | |||
| Post Traumatic Stress in Female Responders | 29 Mar 2021 | 00:50:44 | |
In this episode I discuss the hurdles and challenges female military and first responders face versus their male counter parts when it comes to handling Post Traumatic Stress. I further discuss the affects of the old school, "This is a Man's Job mentality," and pulling your weight should be all that matters. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travishowze/ | |||
| Navigating Your Mind Field | 22 Mar 2021 | 00:47:53 | |
In this episode, I discuss how job titles should not define you as a human being and ask what advice would you give to your younger self? I also discuss how hypervigilance / anxiety kills ones ability to truly live in the moment and how exercising restraint and self control will help us successfully navigate our MIND FIELD. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travishowze/
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| The Things We See | 15 Mar 2021 | 00:55:20 | |
In this episode I tell first hand accounts of other first responders traumatic stories and the triggers they face with those events. I also reference back to episode 4 "Communicating Through Trauma" with spouses and loved ones on how and why "The Things We See" changes us. Follow Me On Instagram: Website: | |||
| Investing in your Mental Wealth, Addiction and Substance Abuse | 08 Mar 2021 | 00:34:41 | |
In this episode I discuss investing in your mental future for a better quality of life and mental longevity. How financial investing parallels that of emotional investing, through Assets and Liabilities. When its time to recognize a liability in our life and cut losses in order to reduce the risk of further emotional or mental wellness damage. Follow me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travishowze/ Website: www.travishowze.com | |||
| Comfortable Misery | 01 Mar 2021 | 00:36:45 | |
In this episode, I discuss why we choose to stay in unhappy / unhealthy environments. I also discuss how to stay motivated while struggling with Post Traumatic Stress and Depression along with handling nightmares for trauma victims and do's and don'ts for spouses of the affected.
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| How Hypervigilance Destroys a Family | 10 Jan 2024 | 00:43:07 | |
In this episode I discuss the upcoming release of my new book while reflecting on my journey of growth. I go on to discuss the importance of understanding your family tree and just how certain individuals can unknowingly impact your bloodline for better or worse. I emphasize the importance of understanding just how vital this is to our personal growth as well as the growth of our loved ones. I also talk about the power of letting other people have the last word in a disagreement and how hypervigilance can destroy a family. Enjoy! | |||
| Keeping an Open Mind, Girl Power and more | 22 Feb 2021 | 00:33:19 | |
In this episode, recorded from my hotel room in Birmingham, Alabama, I discuss the power of independent women, raising young men in todays society, keeping an open mind through life, transitioning out of the military and emergency services and much more. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travishowze/ | |||
| Communicating through Trauma | 15 Feb 2021 | 00:34:19 | |
Often, in the military and emergency services, communication with spouses or loved ones can be hampered by their inability to relate to our backgrounds. In this episode, I discuss why we, the first responders and military personnel, have a hard time being affective communicators at home. I also talk about the tough task that volunteer responders have fitting into a normal work environment vs paid professional responders along with more life balancing discussion. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travishowze/ | |||
| Finding Your True Purpose | 01 Feb 2021 | 00:36:46 | |
In this episode I discuss finding your true purpose along with the pros/cons of city vs country living, situational awareness and overcoming the battlefield of the mind mixed with a little shit talking. Follow my tour:
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| Life Balance doing the things that you love and Navy Seals | 23 Jan 2021 | 00:45:24 | |
In this episode, I talk about the importance of balance in life, hitting your reset button and doing the things that you love. Per an Instagram request, I also give advice to young people wanting to join the military while discussing Special Forces, their imitators and how the entire U.S. Navy are Navy Seals. I also talk about conquering setbacks in life through a simple change in perspective. Hope you enjoy and see you in episode 3. Check out my Tour Schedule: www.travishowze.com
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| Parenting with Post Traumatic Stress | 19 Jan 2021 | 00:35:26 | |
Join me on episode 001 as I share why I got into doing my own Podcast, Parenting with PTSD and several funny stories along the way. I invite you to interact with me on Instagram (link below) where your feedback matters and influences upcoming episodes. Visit my website for tour dates and find my book "Create Your Own Light" on Amazon (link below). Website: www.travishowze.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travishowze/ | |||
| Family Over Career or Career Over Family | 03 Dec 2023 | 00:48:12 | |
In this episode I discuss putting what matters the most at the forefront of our lives. Is it our family or our career? I go on to explain how many of us choose the devil we know vs the devil we dont and the potential cost associated with that decision. I also talk about making difficult phone calls to people we love from our past. I also get into Finances and PTSD and the toll it can take on a marriage or relationship. Enjoy! | |||
| Everything is an Emergency | 08 Nov 2023 | 00:45:01 | |
In this episode I discuss being too hard on ourselves and knowing when to stop taking the blame for things. I go on to talk about people who attempt to take advantage of the term friendship and why everything in our life seems to be an emergency. I also talk about some pretty cool homeless names. Enjoy! | |||
| Know Your Worth and Thank Your Spouse | 22 Oct 2023 | 00:47:54 | |
In this episode I discuss having the ability to establish your value as it pertains to time, money, relationships and friendships. I go on to talk about celebrating small mental health victories even when no one is looking. I conclude with asking some very difficult questions about who we are and who we want to be. Enjoy! | |||
| Keyboard Warriors and BS Apologies | 13 Oct 2023 | 00:35:53 | |
In this episode I tell a few short stories about my recent experience on TikTok and the most ridiculous apology I have ever heard. I go on to talk about friends who are really there for and support you vs ones that would rather see you unsuccessful. I also delve into a little hypervigilance and the online Rambo's out there. Enjoy! | |||
| Friends in No Places | 17 Sep 2023 | 01:02:02 | |
In this episode I talk about the illusion of happiness and the importance of friends. I go on to discuss the power of self-restraint in a challenging world and not using your PTSD diagnosis as an excuse to be an asshole. Enjoy! | |||
| Those who say F#%K the Police | 23 Aug 2023 | 00:39:08 | |
In this episode I ask the million-dollar question to those who say F#%K the Police. I go on to talk about how pathetic it is to engage with keyboard warriors and how other people's opinion of you should play zero role in your life. I go on to talk about the excuses we make for our poor behavior and how we are only as weak as the excuses we give. Enjoy! | |||
| When You WIN You LOSE | 02 Dec 2024 | 01:01:01 | |
In this episode I discuss the feeling of failing when you are winning and the emptiness associated with it. I go on to talk about the harshness of our communication and how it is received by those that are the closest to us. I also talk about the defiant nature of many First Responders and why it's so difficult to simply have fun in life. Enjoy! | |||
| Nothing Left To Prove | 09 Aug 2023 | 00:32:37 | |
In this episode I discuss why some have trouble walking away from confrontations even against our better judgement. I go on to talk about that feeling inside just before losing self-control and the collateral damage that causes to those around us. I also get into passing the tough guy torch to someone else and how we talk to our spouses. Enjoy! | |||
| The Monster I Became is NOT the Man I AM | 30 Jul 2023 | 00:41:21 | |
In this episode I discuss how loyalty can stunt your growth and affect not only your happiness but your families happiness. I also get into the importance of diversifying your happiness, living in a virtual world and intentionally hurting the people you love unintentionally. Enjoy! | |||