On today's episode, I talk about a recent injury I sustained and how it relates to other injuries we may encounter in our careers and life in general. I discuss the healing process and the importance of getting care for both short-term and long-term treatment. I hope this meets you where you are in your career! RESOURCES: Mind the Frontline ^^^^^^^^^Be sure to check them out! Feel free to email me if you have any questions or comments! themotivatedmedic@gmail.com  Also, check out the Motivated Medic Apparel Shop!   If you haven't tried out Jocko Discipline GO energy drinks ..read more

On today's episode, I talk about how to deal with a call where you fell short or if things simply did not go as planned. We all have those calls where we wish we had done things differently or been better at what care we provided. I detail how to tackle these obstacles and how, with the right mindset and discipline, your failures can help you and even others in the future. I hope this meets you where you are at in your career! If you haven't checked them out, please do so! They post a lot of articles relevant to what we do in EMS/HEMS that affect us so give them a follow.   Feel free to e ..read more

Today's episode features Daniel Mills of the 911 Buddy Check project. Daniel takes over the controls for today's episode as Tony steps away from the mic for a little bit. Don't worry, he'll be back ;-)  Daniel brings some valuable information related to leadership and mental health. Take a listen as Daniel unleashes some solid truth and counsel! Feel free to email me if you have any questions or comments! themotivatedmedic@gmail.com  Also check out: 911 Buddy Check Project Motivated Medic Apparel Shop Motivated Medic website     If you haven't tried out Jocko ..read more

In this episode, my Confessionsofamedicswife and I interview a very special couple who encountered disaster Easter of 2020. Take a listen as we discuss marriage, wellness, and storms of life.    Feel free to email me if you have any questions or comments! themotivatedmedic@gmail.com  Also check out: Motivated Medic Apparel Shop! Motivated Medic website    Also, check out the 911 Buddy Check Project!     If you haven't tried out Jocko GO energy drinks, IT IS A MUST! Check out Origin Maine JOCKO GO ENERGY DRINKS ..read more

This episode is an unscheduled bonus for you today. I was going to wait until next week, but it can't wait. You'll hear why when you listen. This is part of my journey and I am sharing it with you. After all, vulnerability is part of being a Motivated Medic. Special thanks to Daniel Mills for spearheading this.   Feel free to email me if you have any questions or comments! themotivatedmedic@gmail.com  Also check out: Motivated Medic Apparel Shop! Motivated Medic website    Also, check out the 911 Buddy Check Project!     If you haven't tried out Jocko GO ..read more

Today's episode has been "hijacked", as she puts it, by my lovely wife who also runs the Confessions Of A Medic's Wife blog. She highlights the trials we have been dealing with and some ways of coping to help drive forward. She had some help as you will hear in the beginning. Enjoy!   Feel free to email me if you have any questions or comments! themotivatedmedic@gmail.com  Also check out: Motivated Medic Apparel Shop! Motivated Medic website  911 Wellness Summit    Also, check out the 911 Buddy Check Project!     If you haven't tried out Jocko ..read more

It is with excitement I present to you my brother from another mother, Daniel Mills of the 911 Buddy Check Project. Daniel and I talk about his life, the struggles, the tragedy and triumphs and how he went from being a wounded wanderer to a prolific warrior in the fight for positive radial change with our mental, physical, spiritual, and emotional health and wellness. Please take the time to listen to this episode in its entirety. An incredible message from an exceptional human being.      For more info on the 911 Buddy Check Project: Click Here       Feel free to ..read more

HAVE HOPE. Do good. There is work to be done. Don't miss out by folding to the evil that is around us. Good overcomes evil. Truth exists.  ..read more

Today's episode is extra special. YOUR support system is essential and it begins at home. Life is crazy enough with all we do in it. Couple that with our careers and it can get very messy very quickly if we don't take the necessary steps to prioritize and plan. Take a listen as my wife and I discuss things related to the first responder support system and her new blog Confessions of A Medic's Wife Facebook @confessionsofamedicswife Instagram @confessionsofamedicswife Twitter @confessionsofamedicswife Also, check out these resources for YOU and your family: Fire Service Confessions of A Firef ..read more

Today's episode is about providing you with some perspective, tips and tricks and guidance on endurance. We are in a race that has a finish line, but we just don't know when or where that will be. Take a listen as I dive into some things that are helping me and many others endure these times of testing.   LOCAL EMT BURNED, NEEDS HELP! Duane Beacham is a member of the Hamilton County EMS team in Chattanooga, TN. He is a very dedicated employee and a true public servant in every aspect. He has worked as an Advanced EMT for 6 years and served his home town as a Volunteer Fire Fighter for 9 y ..read more