E42 - A Firefighter’s Resilience Journey with TRE ft. Arjuna George
In this episode, we meet Arjuna George, a retired fire chief who has started a new journey helping firefighters and others grow stronger and lead better. Arjuna talks about his 24 years fighting fires in British Columbia and how he moved on to focus on wellness, leadership, and the benefits of Tension and Trauma Releasing Exercises (TRE). He shares his struggles with burnout and how TRE helped him find peace and health. Arjuna's story shows us that it's possible to overcome tough times and find new paths to happiness and well-being.
Arjuna's conversation is full of hope and advice for anyone facing stress and looking for ways to improve their life. He tells us about his podcast, "Beneath the Helmet," where he explores mental health, physical fitness, and personal growth for firefighters. His message is clear: taking care of your mind and body is key to doing well in any job, especially in demanding ones like firefighting. Arjuna's journey from a fire chief to a coach who helps others find joy and balance is truly inspiring.
Don't miss out on Arjuna George's moving and insightful story. Listen to the full episode for a deep dive into how resilience, mental health, and personal care can change lives. Check out Arjuna's website, Silver Arrow Coaching and Consulting, and his podcast for more great content. You'll find links to resources and TRE providers in our show notes.
Key Highlights:
00:30 Meet Arjuna George
01:00 Why Arjuna changed careers
02:00 How TRE changed Arjuna's life
03:17 Fighting fires and facing burnout
04:25 Arjuna decides to take a break
05:20 Arjuna's path to wellness
07:23 First steps with TRE
09:09 Becoming a TRE provider
10:40 Starting Silver Arrow Coaching
14:00 Learning to manage anger
16:50 TRE in the firefighter community
19:10 Arjuna's coaching approach
23:31 TRE in health clinics
26:15 Planning wellness retreats
28:26 TRE after losing a firefighter
35:35 "Beneath the Helmet" podcast themes
Links and Resources Mentioned:
Linkedin: / arjunageorge
Facebook: / silverarrowcoaching
Instagram: / silver_arrow_coaching
Youtube: / @beneaththehelmetshow
Podcast: Beneath the Helmet Show www.beneaththehelmet.ca
Book: Burnt Around the Edges - A Guide to Mastering Stress and Surviving Burnout www.burntaroundtheedges.com
Website: www.silverarrowco.com
Email: [email protected]