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Hello everyone and welcome back to Microcast Monday. Short bursts of motivation and inspiration to get you started for your week.  A big thanks to YOU. The criminal justice professional. Remember you are honored, cherished and loved. Keep up the great work and please be safe. Please share with family and friends and give us a 5-Star Rating and Review on Apple Podcasts.    I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol.  I was contemplating hurting myself.  I finally decided to reach out and ask for help, and I am grateful I did. FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program saved my life. If you are struggling, you don’t have to stay there. We can and will help you. Reach out today at 303.960.9819. https://fherehab.com/ https://www.cjevolution.com/shatterproof/ There is no shame in getting treatment. Put your ego and fear aside and pick up the phone. Treatment can save your life as it did mine. But, the most important part of your treatment is your aftercare. You have to work on your aftercare program. That is where your success will be.  Remember you are strong. You got this! Stay tuned for more great episodes on The CJEvolution Podcast. www.cjevolution.com Patrick 

Hello everyone and welcome back to Microcast Monday. Short bursts of inspiration and motivation to get you started on your week. Please share this show with family and friends and give us a 5-Star Rating and Review on Apple Podcasts. Thank you for serving and protecting us. Remember you are honored, cherished and loved. Keep up the great work. I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol.  I was contemplating hurting myself.  I finally decided to reach out and ask for help, and I am grateful I did. FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program saved my life. If you are struggling, you don’t have to stay there. We can and will help you. Reach out today at 303.960.9819. https://fherehab.com/ https://www.cjevolution.com/shatterproof/ Remember that no matter what you are facing or will face you can always start again. People start over all the time and it doesn't matter how old you are, how much money you have or don't have or where you live. However, you have to be willing to fall and get back up which you can do. That's what warriors do, and you are a warrior. You can do and accomplish anything.  Please be safe and stay tuned for more great shows. www.cjevolution.com   Patrick

Hello and welcome back to the Criminal Justice Evolution Podcast. Thank you all for listening to the show. Please rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcasts and share with your family and friends.  A big thanks to all of you who serve. Remember you are honored, cherished and loved. Keep up the great work and be safe. I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol.  I was contemplating hurting myself.  I finally decided to reach out and ask for help, and I am grateful I did. FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program saved my life. If you are struggling, you don’t have to stay there. We can and will help you. Reach out today at 303.960.9819. https://www.cjevolution.com/shatterproof/ So excited to have my good friend Chad Bruckner back on the show. Chad is former police officer with many years of experience. After he left Chad went through some difficult times like many of us do when we leave a law enforcement career. I know I did.  But Chad has that persevere attitude that he gained in the military and in combat. Chad is a mover and shaker in the first responder world and his book - The Holy Trinity of Successful and Healthy Police Organizations, which is being released SOON.  A great conversation. This is what success after law enforcement looks like.   You can find Chad here: https://motivate-change.com/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/chad-bruckner/    www.cjevolution.com   Patrick  

Hello everyone and welcome back to Microcast Monday. Thank you for listening. Please share this show with your family and friends and give us that 5-Star Rating and Review on Apple Podcasts. A special thanks to all the first responders, especially on this day 09/11. Thank you for what you do. Let us take a moment and pray for all those who lost their lives on this day in 2001. May they never be forgotten. I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol.  I was contemplating hurting myself.  I finally decided to reach out and ask for help, and I am grateful I did. FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program saved my life. If you are struggling, you don’t have to stay there. We can and will help you. Reach out today at 303.960.9819. https://www.cjevolution.com/shatterproof/ It's easy to think you don't have any power when things aren't going well. I have been there many times. But, you have much more power than you realize. You have the power to chart your path in life. No one else has that power other than you. Don't give your power away to anyone.  Your past isn't who you are. Direct your mind and power to what you want. Go out and conquer your week.   www.cjevolution.com   Patrick

Welcome back to the show. Thank you for listening. Please share with family and friends and give us that 5-Star rating and review on Apple Podcasts.  Thank you for serving and protecting. Remember you are honored, cherished and loved. Keep up the good work and please be safe. I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol.  I was contemplating hurting myself.  I finally decided to reach out and ask for help, and I am grateful I did. FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program saved my life. If you are struggling, you don’t have to stay there. We can and will help you. Reach out today at 303.960.9819. https://www.cjevolution.com/shatterproof/ Such an honor to have my good friend John Kelly back on the show. John is a retired law enforcement professional, influencer and speaker and host of the very popular Sometimes Heroes Need Help Podcast. In this episode we talk about law enforcement topics, how to be your best self and taking care of yourself when times get rough - because they will.  *Trigger Alert* Find John here: https://www.lawenforcementlifecoach.com/copy-of-gallery    Stay tuned for more great episodes! www.cjevolution.com   Patrick  

Hello everyone and welcome back to the show. Thank you for listening. Please share with family and friends and give us a 5-Star Rating and Review on Apple Podcasts. Thank you for serving in the criminal justice field. Whatever you are doing and wherever you are at remember you are honored, cherished and loved. Please be safe. I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol.  I was contemplating hurting myself.  I finally decided to reach out and ask for help, and I am grateful I did. FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program saved my life. If you are struggling, you don’t have to stay there. We can and will help you. Reach out today at 303.960.9819. https://www.cjevolution.com/shatterproof/ Have you ever just wanted someone to listen to you while you are venting? When people are in crisis that is one of the biggest things you can do for them. Don't judge, don't interrupt - just listen. Better yet, listen with empathy.  You have no idea of what others go through. Everyone carries baggage, including you. Listen more than you talk. Go out and conquer you day. www.cjevolution.com   Patrick

Hello everyone and welcome back to the show. Thank you for listening. Please share with family and friends and give us that 5-Star Rating and Review on Apple Podcasts.  Thank you for serving as a first responder. Remember you are honored, cherished and loved. Keep up the great work.  If you are suffering please reach out. The time is now. I know it's hard but you can do it. FHE Health and Shatterproof for First Responders is here for you. Our business is you. 303-960-9819 - All calls are confidential. https://fherehab.com/ Excited to have A.X.Foster on the show. A.X. has prosecuted and defended complex homicide trials for over 30 years. He used his extensive legal skills and experience to write the must-read legal thriller Gavel to Gavel.  In this show we talk about the drive to write his book, his background and some legal tips for cops.  A great show. Find A.X and his book here. https://www.axfoster.com/   www.cjevolution.com   Patrick    

Hello everyone and welcome back to Microcast Monday. Short burst of inspiration and motivation to get you started on your week. Thank you for listening and supporting this show. Please share with your family and friends. A special thanks to all the military, military veterans and first responders who listen. Remember you are honored, cherished and loved. Keep up the great work. I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol.  I was contemplating hurting myself.  I finally decided to reach out and ask for help, and I am grateful I did. FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program saved my life. If you are struggling, you don’t have to stay there. We can and will help you. Reach out today at 303.960.9819. https://fherehab.com/ https://www.cjevolution.com/shatterproof/   Prayer changes us in ways that we never thought would be possible. When we are unhappy, prayer can lift our hearts and fill it with unspeakable joy. Julia Bristol, Prayer: The Bible for Beginners   Prayer is powerful and Praying works. When I was in my darkest points in life, it was Prayer that lifted me out. Have a relationship with God and you will be more happy fulfilled in your life. God always loves you no matter what. Go out and conquer your day. www.cjevolution.com Patrick

Hello everyone and welcome back. Thank you for listening to the show. If you are first time listener welcome. We know you will love the show. If you are a long time listener welcome back and thank you for the support. We love you. A special thanks to all the brave men and women who serve. You are honored, cherished and loved. Keep up the great work and be safe. I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol.  I was contemplating hurting myself.  I finally decided to reach out and ask for help, and I am grateful I did. FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program saved my life. If you are struggling, you don’t have to stay there. We can and will help you. Reach out today at 303.960.9819. https://www.cjevolution.com/shatterproof/ There is nothing wrong with being alone as you go forward in life. Especially if you are dealing with challenges. A lot of people think that a relationship can solve your problems. It won't - in fact it could complicate your problems When you are alone you have an opportunity to learn, grow and become your best self. When this happens you will be ready for the relationship you have been longing for and it will happen. Go out and conquer your day.    www.cjevolution.com Patrick

Hello everyone and welcome back to Microcast Monday - Short bursts of inspiration and motivation to get you started on your week. Thank you for listening. Please share with family and friends and give us a 5-Star Rating and Review on Apple Podcasts. A special thanks to YOU. The criminal justice professional. Remember you are honored, cherished and you are loved.  I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol.  I was contemplating hurting myself.  I finally decided to reach out and ask for help, and I am grateful I did. FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program saved my life. If you are struggling, you don’t have to stay there. We can and will help you. Reach out today at 303.960.9819. https://fherehab.com/ https://www.cjevolution.com/shatterproof/   Do you know who the most important person in your life should be? It should be YOU. I am not talking about you being a narcissist or being very selfish. There are plenty of those. I am talking about prioritizing yourself and making yourself the priority and there comes a point when you have to become selfish when it comes to your health and wellness. If you don't then everything else suffers.  If you are struggling right now do you really think you are bringing your best self into your relationships? To the job? To your friends? Let me give you a hint. You're not. You come first - always. Then you can work on everything and everyone else. Go out and conquer your day. Solo episode coming this week. www.cjevolution.com   Patrick 

Hello everyone and welcome back to the show. Thank you all for listening. Please share with your family and friends.  A special thanks to all who serve and protect. Thank you for the job you do. Remember you are honored, cherished and loved.  This podcast is sponsored by FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program for First Responders.  I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol.  I was contemplating hurting myself.  I finally decided to reach out and ask for help, and I am grateful I did. FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program saved my life. If you are struggling, you don’t have to stay there. We can and will help you. Reach out today at 303.960.9819. https://fherehab.com/ https://www.cjevolution.com/shatterproof/ Such an honor to have Dr. David Bonanno on the show. He is a clinical psychologist and is considered the freshest, boldest voice in trauma psychology today. He is also a speaker and author. We dive deep in this conversation and Dr. Bonanno gives his take on PTSD and why most people have it wrong. We also talk about his struggles as well as alternative treatment modalities.  CJEvolution Podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@cjevolutionpodcast/featured  Dr. Bonanno is here to help and you can reach him here: https://www.doctorbonanno.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/doctordavidbonanno/   Stay tuned for more great shows!   www.cjevolution.com   Patrick  

Hello everyone and welcome back to Microcast Monday. Shorts bursts of inspiration and motivation to get you started on the right track with your week. Thank you for serving and protecting. Remember you are honored, cherished and loved. Keep up the good work. I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol.  I was contemplating hurting myself.  I finally decided to reach out and ask for help, and I am grateful I did. FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program saved my life. If you are struggling, you don’t have to stay there. We can and will help you. Reach out today at 303.960.9819. https://www.cjevolution.com/shatterproof/   Failure happens to us all. It comes in all shapes and sizes and its professional and personal. But, failure is often needed on the journey to success. Ask any successful person and I would bet all of them would say they failed numerous times before hitting success. That is how success works.  Don't fear failure - embrace it for what it is. A learning and growing opportunity.  Go forth and conquer your week.    www.cjevolution.com   Patrick 

Hello everyone and welcome back to Microcast Monday. Short bursts of inspiration and motivation to get you started on your week. If you love the show please share with your family and friends.  Thank you for doing what you do. It's a very difficult environment but you serve everyday with distinction and honor. Remember you are honored, cherished and loved. Keep up the good work. I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol.  I was contemplating hurting myself.  I finally decided to reach out and ask for help, and I am grateful I did. FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program saved my life. If you are struggling, you don’t have to stay there. We can and will help you. Reach out today at 303.960.9819. https://www.cjevolution.com/shatterproof/ For a long time I was angry. I was bitter and I blamed people for the spot in life I was in. After therapy I started to forgive the people that I believe had wronged me over the years. At first, it was very difficult but over time I started to feel better. I felt a weight lifted from me and I started to become more happy and content.  If you are holding on to resentment and anger against someone I encourage you to forgive them. You don't have to verbally say this to them if you don't want to, but you can say it to your heart. Your mental health and wellness is dependent on this and you can do it. Go out and have a good week and stay tuned for more great guests on the CJEvolution Podcast. www.cjevolution.com   Patrick

Hello everyone and welcome back to the Criminal Justice Evolution Podcast. A Top Ranked show because of you. Thank you so much. If you are a long time listener welcome back. If you are a new listener - Welcome to the show! A special thanks to all the brave men and women who serve in the First Responder World. Thank you for what you do on a daily basis. Remember you are honored, cherished and loved. Keep up the great work. I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol.  I was contemplating hurting myself.  I finally decided to reach out and ask for help, and I am grateful I did. FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program saved my life. If you are struggling, you don’t have to stay there. We can and will help you. Reach out today at 303.960.9819. https://www.cjevolution.com/shatterproof/ So excited to have a guest on the show who has several years of law enforcement experience and who is now a clinician helping first responders. Rebecca Allanson stopped by the podcast. She served 18 years as a police officer in Australia and The United States. She then pivoted and became a clinician.  She is a sought after speaker and presenter and she is the Director of Health and Wellness for The Badge Group and The Colorado Fraternal Order of Police.  In this episode Rebecca and I talk about wellness among first responders and she talks about some of the treatment modalities she employs such as EMDR and Neurostimulation. Rebecca also opened up and shared some of her struggles. She also gives great advice to the listeners who are struggling.  A great and informative show.  You can find Rebecca here: https://www.coloradofop.org/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-allanson-99468998/    Fraternal Order of Police Las Vegas Convention: https://fop.net/news-and-events/2023-biennial-national-conference-expo/    Stay tuned for more great episodes: www.cjevolution.com   Patrick

Hello everyone and welcome back to Microcast Monday. Short bursts of inspiration and motivation to get you started on your week.  A special thanks to all the listeners and supporters over the years. I also thank you for serving and protecting. Remember you are honored, cherished and loved. Keep up the good work.  I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol.  I was contemplating hurting myself.  I finally decided to reach out and ask for help, and I am grateful I did. FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program saved my life. If you are struggling, you don’t have to stay there. We can and will help you. Reach out today at 303.960.9819. https://www.cjevolution.com/shatterproof/   I want the people who are struggling right now to listen to me for a minute. Do you really believe the things you are telling people when you say you are doing good? Are you really? Because the people that know you well probably know that something is up. I did that all the time when I was struggling.  Chances are the only person that believes that is you. I know you are tired of struggling and facing your challenges. That is why you need to step forward and ask for help.  The only person that is standing in your way is you. Make that call. Stay tuned for more great guests on the CJEvolution Podcast www.cjevolution.com   Patrick  

Hello everyone and welcome to the CJEvolution Podcast. A top show for the military and the first responder communities. Conversations about health, wellness and life. A special thanks to you. Thank you for what you do on a daily basis. Remember you are honored, cherished and loved. Please be safe and keep up the good work. I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol.  I was contemplating hurting myself.  I finally decided to reach out and ask for help, and I am grateful I did. FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program saved my life. If you are struggling, you don’t have to stay there. We can and will help you. Reach out today at 303.960.9819. https://www.cjevolution.com/shatterproof/ So excited to have Shilo Harris on the show.  He is a motivational speaker, best-selling Author of Steel Will. On February 19, 2007, while serving with the US Army's 10th Mountain Division in Iraq, his armored vehicle was struck by an improvised explosive device (IED). The explosion injured the driver and ended the lives of three of his fellow soldiers. Shilo survived but with severe third degree burns on 35% of his body. Shilo's amazing recovery and resilience will inspire you. A great show with an amazing guest. You can find Shilo Harris here: https://shiloharris.com/ Stay tuned for more great guests on The CJEvolution Podcast www.cjevolution.com    Patrick

Hello everyone and welcome back to Microcast Monday. Short bursts of inspiration and motivation to get you started on your week.  Please share the show with family and friends and give us that 5-Star Rating and Review on Apple Podcasts. Thank you for what you do everyday. Remember you are honored, cherished and loved. Keep up the great work.  I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol.  I was contemplating hurting myself.  I finally decided to reach out and ask for help, and I am grateful I did. FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program saved my life. If you are struggling, you don’t have to stay there. We can and will help you. Reach out today at 303.960.9819. https://fherehab.com/ https://www.cjevolution.com/shatterproof/ I believe everything happens for a reason. The older I get the more I realize that there no coincidences. The Universe puts opportunities and obstacles in our paths. It's up to us on the choices we make. You might be thinking "my life is a mess". I am sorry if it is, but remember that this is happening for a reason. It could be to make you stronger. To make you realize that you shouldn't make the same mistake in the future.  A multitude of things, but it is for a reason.   Stay tuned for a great guest this week. Shilo Harris.    www.cjevolution.com   Patrick   

Hello everyone and welcome back to the show. Thank you for listening. If you love the show please share with family and friends.  A special thanks to you -The first responder. Wherever you are at, and whatever you are doing in the field - Thank you again. Remember you are honored, cherished and loved. Keep up the great work. I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol.  I was contemplating hurting myself.  I finally decided to reach out and ask for help, and I am grateful I did. FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program saved my life. If you are struggling, you don’t have to stay there. We can and will help you. Reach out today at 303.960.9819. https://www.cjevolution.com/shatterproof/   Such an honor to have Dr. Meredith Moran on the show. She is a former Law Enforcement Professional of many years turned Clinician for First Responders. In this episode we talk about the challenges first responders face and the importance of seeking therapy if you are struggling.  A great show.    Find Dr. Moran here:  https://flwellness.org/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredith-moran-ed-d-lmhc-cctp-7b37947/  Stay tuned for more great guests. www.cjevolution.com   Patrick    

Hello everyone and welcome back to Microcast Monday. Short bursts of inspiration and motivation to get you going for your week.  Thank you for listening to the show. Please share with your family and friends and give us a 5-Star Rating and Review on Apple Podcasts.  Thank you for serving. Although you might not hear it as much as you would like, you are appreciated. You are cherished and loved. Don't forget that. Please be safe and God Bless. I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol.  I was contemplating hurting myself.  I finally decided to reach out and ask for help, and I am grateful I did. FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program saved my life. If you are struggling, you don’t have to stay there. We can and will help you. Reach out today at 303.960.9819. https://www.cjevolution.com/shatterproof/ Your education should never stop. It might be former education such as college, or it might be picking up a good book to learn something new. The minute you stop educating yourself the minute you stop growing. This applies to everything in your life. We are designed to learn. To adapt and to overcome.  If you haven't learned anything new in awhile start today. When you become better educated you not only help yourself but you help others.  Go out and conquer your day and please be safe. Stay tuned for a great guest this week. www.cjevolution.com Patrick

Hello everyone and welcome back to the show. Thank you for listening. Please share with your family and friends.  A big thanks to You. The Criminal Justice Professional. Whatever you are doing or wherever you are at keep up the great work and please be safe.  I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol.  I was contemplating hurting myself.  I finally decided to reach out and ask for help, and I am grateful I did. FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program saved my life. If you are struggling, you don’t have to stay there. We can and will help you. Reach out today at 303.960.9819. https://www.cjevolution.com/shatterproof/   Such an honor to have Gary Edgington on the show. Gary is a former counter terrorism task force commander with over thirty years in law enforcement. From 1999 to 2008 he was a member of the LA FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force. After 9/11 Gary commanded a counter terrorism task force for the California DOJ. In 2008, Gary deployed to Iraq as an advisor with the US Army. After redeploying, Gary worked intelligence assignments with the Department of Defense and the Long Beach Police Department.  He also held a staff assignment at US SOCOM. Highlights of this interview:  Such a great interview where we talk about the Law Enforcement Profession. His take on the threats to our great country as well as his journey with PTSD and Wellness.  You can find Gary and his book here: https://garyedgingtonauthor.com/ More great shows