Crisis Intervention
As much as we like to think of ourselves as unbreakable, we break, and when we do it’s usually hard and fast. If this feeling […]
Firefighter
It’s In My Blood
Just a short story about myself. As a young boy, I always knew I would become a firefighter. Growing up, my parents showed me photographs […]
Chappy’s Weight Loss Solution Chapter-2
In the depths of my collapse, I found a relationship with God and began to help other alcoholics in the 12 step program and at […]
Tips for Being a More Effective Fire Instructor
Notice the title is not “How to be a good fire instructor.” There is a distinct difference and the definition of “good” is relative anyway. You […]
The Iron Fox Axe-updated
The Iron Fox “Breach” 7.5 lb Flathead Axe is up for review. The axe arrived 17 November 2014 and immediately went into service. This version […]
Firefighters and PTSD
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is an anxiety disorder that can occur after someone experiences a traumatic event that caused intense fear, helplessness, or horror. […]
Not Accepting Mediocrity
Let me start this off with a small disclaimer: Not to offend anyone from the start i will state that my views are of my […]
Boss, leader, brother…
According to Albert Schweitzer, “example is not the main thing in influencing others. It is the only thing”. Leaders must lead by example. It is […]
The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Fire Service Fitness
Like it or not when you entered the fire service you lost your right to be out of shape. Nobody is going to stop you […]
FirefightersWeightLoss.com
You have in your hand or on your computer screen a booklet, “Chappy’s Weight Loss Solution”: written for the benefit of firefighters with weight issues. […]