Welcome to The Stoic Responder Podcast, I’m your host Kristofor Healey. In my career as a Special Agent, Stoic philosophy provided the mindset edge that was the foundation of my professional success. My mission today is to share those ancient mindset lessons with you so that you can approach your career and life with a tactical advantage live your life with valor.
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Things stand outside of us, themselves by themselves, neither knowing anything of themselves nor expressing any judgment.” – Marcus Aurelius
In This Episode, We Get Stoic About:
The universe around us possesses no consciousness, nor does it pass judgments. It is fundamentally neutral and indifferent to our presence. It doesn't act with any particular intention or motive, whether to benefit or to harm us. Rather, it is our judgments and reactions to the world around us that assign value, meaning and emotional weight to events.
We talk about how to embrace indifference on today’s podcast!
Friend of the show Dan Hickman (@danieljasonhickman on Instagram) hosts theCompetitive Edge Podcastand is a father, entrepreneur and hybrid athlete. As a MyZone Ambassador, Dan is offering The Stoic Responder Podcast listeners $60 off of a MyZone heart rate monitor using discount code TMZUS001-51445-60.
If you aren’t using a heart rate monitor to train, you’re missing out on critical data. Through accurate heart rate tracking and real-time feedback, all effort counts.
Takeaways:
The universe is neutral and indifferent, and it does not care about us.
Our judgments and reactions assign meaning and value to events.
Avoid assigning motives to the world and focus on our own actions, reactions, attitudes, and efforts.
A victim mindset can handicap productivity and ability.
Until Next Time…out of role!
Why So Serious?
Episode 56
Thursday, August 29, 2024 • Duration 11:05
“He who laughs at himself never runs out of things to laugh at.” – Epictetus
In This Episode, We Get Stoic About:
So much is outside of our control both on the job and off, but one thing that is in our control is the ability to see the humor in the absurdity of it all. Through the lens of laughter we gain perspective and solace in the recognition that life is often as absurd as it is beautiful, and as unpredictable as it is profound.
We talk about how laughter can build resilience on today’s podcast!
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Go Out and Get It
Episode 47
Wednesday, August 14, 2024 • Duration 09:33
E047: Go Out and Get It
“God laid down this law, saying: if you want some good, get it from yourself.” – Epictetus
In This Episode, We Get Stoic About:
By the time he became a key figure in the American Revolution and played an instrumental role in drafting the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution Benjamin Franklin was already known worldwide as an author, satirist, scientist, publisher, inventor and statesman.
Franklin accomplished so much in his life because of his deep commitment to self-improvement.
We talk about Franklin’s self-discipline on today’s podcast!
Friend of the show Dan Hickman (@danieljasonhickman on Instagram) hosts theCompetitive Edge Podcastand is a father, entrepreneur and hybrid athlete. As a MyZone Ambassador, Dan is offering The Stoic Responder Podcast listeners $60 off of a MyZone heart rate monitor using discount code TMZUS001-51445-60.
If you aren’t using a heart rate monitor to train, you’re missing out on critical data. Through accurate heart rate tracking and real-time feedback, all effort counts.
Takeaways:
Humor and laughter can serve as coping mechanisms for law enforcement officers in a chaotic and high-stress environment.
Finding lightness and joy amidst the darkness and vulnerability of the job is important for maintaining resilience.
Reflecting on where we may be taking ourselves too seriously in our personal lives and injecting humor and lightness can be beneficial.
Stoicism can provide a helpful perspective in navigating political issues.
Until Next Time…out of role!
Buy your copy of
In Valor: 365 Stoic Meditations for First Responders
Friend of the show Dan Hickman (@danieljasonhickman on Instagram) hosts theCompetitive Edge Podcastand is a father, entrepreneur and hybrid athlete. As a MyZone Ambassador, Dan is offering The Stoic Responder Podcast listeners $60 off of a MyZone heart rate monitor using discount code TMZUS001-51445-60.
If you aren’t using a heart rate monitor to train, you’re missing out on critical data. Through accurate heart rate tracking and real-time feedback, all effort counts.
Takeaways:
Circumstances are beyond our control, so if we want something good, we have to create it internally.
Consistency of purpose and effort over time can overcome humble beginnings.
Knowing what we want from ourselves is crucial for personal growth and success.
Taking action and practicing virtues daily are key to living a fulfilling life.
Shoot us a message on Instagram with your biggest takeaway @team_healey
Show Notes:
John is a 30-year veteran of law enforcement who has failed miserably at life on multiple occasions. An alcoholic, addict and adulterer, (that’s just the A’s) who has overcome the challenges of the career and homefront.
After retirement, John developed a life leadership & wellness program called “Sometimes Heroes Need Help” and has been presenting this program to agencies and conferences around the country.
John hopes to empower our first responders to take ownership of their lives, for them to realize that they hold the key to their own happiness and fulfillment.
You can find John online at www.lawenforcementlifecoach.com and on Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook using the search term Law Enforcement Life Coach!
Until Friday… of role.
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Show Notes:
Being consistent alone is not a guarantee of success or fulfillment; it must be directed toward endeavors that contribute to our well-being and personal growth. And sometimes the problem is that we’re too consistent…at all the wrong things.
By evaluating and adjusting our consistency habits, we can make more intentional choices about where to invest our time and energy. We talk about it on the podcast today.
Until Wednesday…out of role!
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Show Notes:
Rick Rescorla was a remarkable figure known for his heroism and dedication, particularly during the tragic events of September 11, 2001. Rescorla's early life saw him join the British Army's Parachute Regiment and serve in Cyprus and Rhodesia. He then moved to the United States, where he joined the U.S. Army and served in the 7th Cavalry during the Vietnam War. Rescorla's service in Vietnam at the Battle of Ia Drang earned him several accolades for bravery and leadership, including the Silver Star and the Bronze Star.
After his military career, Rescorla pursued a career in security and became the head of security for Morgan Stanley at the company's offices in the World Trade Center's South Tower. His commitment to safety and security was unparalleled, and he conducted regular evacuation drills, which some employees initially found excessive.
However, Rescorla's foresight and dedication to preparedness proved invaluable on the morning of September 11, 2001. When American Airlines Flight 11 struck the North Tower of the World Trade Center, Rescorla immediately took charge of the evacuation process in the South Tower. He directed Morgan Stanley employees and other occupants to evacuate, even though the Port Authority initially advised them to stay put.
Rescorla's leadership and cool-headedness saved the lives of more than 2,600 people that morning. Tragically, after helping to evacuate most of the building's occupants, he re-entered the South Tower to search for stragglers and was last seen on the 10th floor. The tower collapsed shortly thereafter.
Rick Rescorla's selfless actions and unwavering commitment to the safety of others made him a hero during the 9/11 attacks. His story exemplifies courage, leadership, and the willingness to make the ultimate sacrifice to save lives. We talk about it today!
Until next time…out of role!
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Show Notes:
In life, opportunities come and go, and sometimes, all it takes to seize them is the courage to "shoot your shot." This phrase, commonly associated with sports and dating, refers to taking a chance, making a bold move, or pursuing something with determination, even in the face of uncertainty or potential rejection. While the concept may seem daunting, there are numerous advantages to embracing this proactive mindset.
In today’s podcast we will explore the benefits of shooting your shot in various aspects of life, from personal relationships to professional opportunities.
Until next time…out of role!
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Show Notes:
Ralph Waldo Emerson, a prominent American essayist, lecturer, and poet of the 19th century, is celebrated for his profound insights into human nature and the human experience. Among his many thought-provoking statements, one of the most compelling is, "We gain the strength of the temptation we resist."
In this podcast, we will explore the profound meaning behind Emerson's quote and how it encapsulates the essence of human strength and resilience in the face of temptation.
Until Wednesday…out of role!
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Show Notes:
Today our guest is Paul Timler. Paul is a Physical Therapist and Strength and Conditioning coach with almost 30 years of experience in the medical field.
After increasing frustration working in the traditional medical system Paul co-founded Forge Performance Physical Therapy, along with his wife Megan. Based in Gainesville Florida, their mission is to help active people remain healthy and active through every decade of life by not only getting clients out of pain, but also resolving the underlying causes that keep chronic problems recurring.
Forge Performance Physical Therapy works with clients exclusively one-on-one, either in clinic or via virtual sessions. Sessions dig deep into medical history and movement assessment, then work to build a game plan for resolving underlying causes of problems for optimal results. Paul and Mecan specialize in work with Crossfit and martial arts athletes, but can work with anyone who wants to remain healthy and mobile into their later years.
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Show Notes:
The ocean won't become less turbulent, but you can always become a better swimmer!
On the podcast today we talk about the importance of personal growth, resilience, and adaptability for navigating the turbulent seas of life.
Until Wednesday…out of role!
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