Controlling the Mind & the Machine: Motivational Wellness Advice for Cops & First Responders

Struggling to unwind after a long shift? This 10-minute Yoga Nidra sleep meditation, guided by Erica Gaines of TacMobility First Responder Wellness, is designed to help first responders let go of stress, calm a hyper-vigilant mind, and drift into deep, restorative sleep. Perfect for anyone looking to relax after a tough day. Close your eyes, follow the guidance, and let the gentle music ease you into rest. If you enjoyed this sleep meditation, imagine having an entire library of recovery tools designed specifically for first responders! With the TacMobility Wellness Membership, you’ll get access to exclusive recovery videos, guided meditations like this one, and digital worksheets to help you manage stress and boost resilience. Join today and take your wellness journey to the next level! As a thank-you for listening, use code RELAX30 at checkout for 30% off. Click here to learn more and join: [TacMobility Wellness Membership] Prioritize your recovery, because you deserve it.

Many people in law enforcement are too weak to take time off from drinking. Too many have let it control and ruin their lives. You know the stories.  Join the TacMobility sober challenge called Undrunkest August. It’s the 3rd year we’ve done it and people can’t believe how much better they feel, how locked into the zone, into life they feel. Don't miss this community-driven initiative designed to support law enforcement officers like you in achieving the kind of health you’ve been wanting. Sign up here 👇🏽 https://tacmobility.org/undrunkest Motivational Focus music: See What I've Become by artist Zack Hemsey

2022 is now in the rear view mirror so naturally, I’m doing some reflecting. Enjoy this quick chat with me. Take care friends  Controlling the Mind & the Machine Free Shit/Discounts: TacMob merch shop and support us with 20% off your purchase with code ‘tacmobpod20’. Click here. Alpha Brain by Onnit for memory and focus support. Click here for your free 15-day free trial. New Mood by Onnit for mood stabilization. Click here for your free 15-day free trial. Out the Front (OTF) Knives by Ravencrest Tactical. Click here for 25% off your entire order Or code ‘TacMobility’ at checkout.

You wanna talk resilience? Listen to my conversation with Scott Medlin where he tells us how he unf*cked his life and took back control. Stress symptoms stack up...you're not alone. Scott Medlin is a retired police officer, Marine veteran and public speaker on law enforcement wellness. Check out his work at https://thescottmedlin.com. Controlling the Mind & the Machine Free Shit/Discounts: TacMob merch shop and support us with 20% off your purchase with code ‘tacmobpod20’. Click here. Alpha Brain by Onnit for memory and focus support. Click here for your free 15-day free trial.  New Mood by Onnit for mood stabilization. Click here for your free 15-day free trial. Out the Front (OTF) Knives by Ravencrest Tactical. Click here for 25% off your entire order Or code ‘TacMobility’ at checkout.

We asked a family counselor who's experienced with LE, "What do these fucked up dreams mean?". Alex Unser gives us some much needed peace of mind as she shares her approach to officer wellness. You can contact Alexis Unser, LMFT at https://www.healthymindsllc.com/ Check out TacMobility resiliency training that doesn't suck. We host 1 virtual training per month and have several in-person trainings coming up! Sign up https://tacmobility.org/events Use code VTRAIN for 20% off Check out the Controlling the Mind & the Machine podcast sponsors: Click here for your free 15-day free trial of Alpha Brain for memory and focus support. Problems with mood stabilization? Try a 15-day free trial of New Mood by Onnit. Click here.

Erica catches us up on the inner workings of her brain - buckle up. Plus, she shares some data from the new Non-Police Survey. Get our training scholarship and join us Sept 23rd 9a-1p Pacific for the resiliency training Controlling the Mind & the Machine. Click here. Visit our website for free law enforcement wellness program training resources at www.tacmobility.org

This episode was recorded on July 5th, 2022. This incident continues to unfold and these opinions are based on the information at that time. We hope you enjoy this candid conversation between a civilian and a police officer as we discuss the OIS on July 4th, 2022 in Akron, OH. Links Instagram: @tacmobility @asiancopjesus Free Shit: Onnit Alpha Brain, Onnit New Mood, Debrief Techniques Discounts: Controlling the Mind & the Machine In-Service (code VTRAIN), Ravencrest Tactical (code Tacmobility)

Things get wild and ADD runs rampant in today's episode with Street Cop Training Founder Dennis Benigno. He weighs in on police academy's and how to improve existing police systems.  See what Street Cop Training is up to at www.streetcoptraining.com and if you're LEO, head over to their private LEO-Only FaceBook page.  Check out TacMobility resiliency training that doesn't suck. We host 1 virtual training per month and have several in-person trainings coming up! Sign up https://tacmobility.org/events Use code VTRAIN for 20% off Check out the Controlling the Mind & the Machine podcast sponsors: Click here for your free 15-day free trial of Alpha Brain for memory and focus support. Problems with mood stabilization? Try a 15-day free trial of New Mood by Onnit. Click here.

This week I sit down with my partner Josh to discuss the things we learned about each other on our first international trip. For instance, I'm a better stick shift driver.  Josh is a K9 narcotic investigator in Nevada and Erica is a CEO and single mom in Arizona. Their non-traditional relationship is constantly evolving as they dream up a future that works for them. Want to train with TacMobility? We host 2 virtual trainings per month and have several in-person trainings coming up! Sign up https://tacmobility.org/events Use code VTRAIN for 20% off Check out the Controlling the Mind & the Machine podcast sponsors: Click here for your free 15-day free trial of Alpha Brain for memory and focus support. Problems with mood stabilization? Try a 15-day free trial of New Mood by Onnit. Click here.

This week, I sit down with CEO of Get Safe, a national training group dedicated to training police and civilians on how to create safe encounters for everyone. Their primary focus is the community component to police interactions which is literally what the world needs right now. To check out more from Get Safe, follow along on their Instagram https://www.instagram.com/getsafe/ or read one of the many articles done on their organization like this one: https://www.ocregister.com/2012/12/28/spotlight-project-get-safe/ Want to train with TacMobility? We host 2 virtual trainings per month and have several in-person trainings coming up! Sign up https://tacmobility.org/events Use code VTRAIN for 20% off Check out the Controlling the Mind & the Machine podcast sponsors: Click here for your free 15-day free trial of Alpha Brain for memory and focus support. Problems with mood stabilization? Try a 15-day free trial of New Mood by Onnit. Click here.