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De-Stress and Detox: Wellness Tools & Therapies That Work for Firefighters with Bryan Willingham


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Feb 11 2025 68 mins  
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Firefighters face constant challenges that most people don’t understand. They battle silent killers: toxic exposure, extreme stress, and continuous sleep deprivation.

This makes them at high risk for mental illness, PTSD, and cancer.

The good news? There are tools that can help detox the body and support wellness!

In this episode, I sit down with Bryan Willingham, a career firefighter, Captain Paramedic, and the Union President of Local 493 in Phoenix, AZ to discuss the daily challenges he faces and the tools he has integrated into his routine to detoxify, reduce stress, stay mentally resilient, and enhance his overall health and wellness.

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Read the blog: De-Stress and Detox: Wellness Tools & Therapies That Work for Firefighters

Bryan Willingham Bio:

Bryan Willingham is a seasoned firefighter with over 32 years in service, Captain Paramedic, and the Union President for Local 493 - The United Phoenix Firefighters Association, representing 2900 firefighters in the Phoenix area in 6 cities.

He is a husband, father of 5, and grandpa to Buttons, his 20-month-old granddaughter.

Connect with Bryan Willingham:

Email: [email protected]

Timestamps:

(0:00) Introduction

(5:56) Brian Willingham's Background and Motivation As A Firefighter

(11:23) Firefighting Career and Challenges

(19:33) Impact of Sleep Deprivation and Mental Health

(24:06) Brian's Personal Struggle with PTSD

(27:45) Exploring Alternative Treatments: Ketamine Therapy

(43:53) Firefighters' Use of Saunas and Wellness Tools

(46:24) Health and Wellness Resources for Firefighters

(55:23) The Importance of Preventative Health Measures

(57:59) Bryan's Experience with Sauna and Cold Plunge

(1:08:45) Support for Firefighter Community and Future Plans

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