The weight of the badge is heavy, not just for the first responder carrying it, but for the families who stand beside them. This podcast travels into the unique challenges faced by first responders, their partners, and their loved ones. We'll explore the complexities of: Communicating Trauma: Navigating difficult experiences first responders face on the job. Chronic Pain and Caregiving: Understanding the impact of chronic pain on both the injured first responder and the partner who becomes a caregiver. Emotional Resilience: Strategies for managing the emotional toll of a first responder's career. But you're not alone. Real Connections offers a lifeline for first responders and their families. We'll discuss: Powerful Interventions: Learn about Real Connections’ effective therapy options, including their impactful 4-hour and all-day intensives. Cotherapy Advantage: Discover the benefits of having two therapists working with you as a couple or family. Honoring Your Vows: Just like the commitment you make to your team, a marriage vow is a promise worth fighting for. We'll explore strategies for strengthening your relationship and keeping that promise alive. Unforgettable Retreat: Get ready for a transformative experience! We'll share details about an upcoming incredible couples retreat and intensive happening this September in Galena, Illinois as well as potential retreats built just for you, the first responder, and your partner. Join us as we explore the power of connection in healing and strengthening the lives of our bravest heroes and their loved ones.

Building Resilience: Vulnerability, Teamwork, Practice & CoTherapy for First Responders Are you a first responder seeking to strengthen your mental and relational well-being and build a more supportive environment all around? Do you distrust everyone around you? This podcast dives into the power of vulnerability, teamwork, practice, and CoTherapy with Daniel Defenbaugh the founder of 10-42 Project, and couples and family counselors and coaches Monique and Rick Elgersma, a married couple who have leveraged CoTherapy and relationships to navigate the challenges of first responders and their families. Together, they'll explore: The importance of practicing relationships, resilience, vulnerability, and emotional intelligence in the face of trauma. Strategies for fostering open communication and building trust within yourself, your spouse, family, and your team. An introduction to CoTherapy: how couples in first responder professions can support each other's relational and mental health. Join us for an insightful conversation that will equip you with the tools and knowledge to build resilience, strengthen your relationships, and create a healthier, stronger, supportive, and more relational first responder community. Rick and Monique run a CoTherapy practice called Real Connections. They serve the personal and relational needs of the first responder community, and build the relational health of their greater community, and throughout the country. https://www.realconnectionscounseling.com/

Co-Therapy Couples Counseling With Rick and Monique Elgersma Part 1. Daniel sits down with Rick and Monique, the owners of Real Connections Counseling in Urbandale, Iowa. They specialize in co-therapy couples counseling, one of the most successful methods being used today. Rick and Monique have a heart and a history of working with the military and first responders and have joined the front lines to help our heroes here in Iowa.

We dive in on trauma in the heartland and how it can be overlooked. We also touched on talking with your spouse or loved ones. How much do we tell?

Cory, Sam, and Daniel dive into Sam’s journey as an Iowa firefighter/paramedic and his road to finding healing and love for himself. You are not alone! Come join our mission at the 10-42 Project. WWW.10-42Project.org Daniel cell 515-350-6274 HOPE LIVES HERE! If you or someone you know is in crisis and at risk of self-harm, please call or text 988, the suicide and crisis lifeline. To contact us directly send an email to Dan@10-42project.org or call 515-350-6274 Visit our website! 10-42project.org Check us out on social media! Youtube: @1042project Facebook: www.facebook.com/1042project TikTok: @1042project Instagram: 1042_project

You will hear three Iowa current and former first responders talking about healing from trauma. Join Cory Deaton, Sam Hofer, and our founder Daniel. Hope Lives Here! You are not alone! Come join our mission at the 10-42 Project. WWW.10-42Project.org Daniel cell 515-350-6274 HOPE LIVES HERE!

Join Daniel and Christina as they share some updates from a recent school shooting incident, discuss the value of community, and taking the step to go from your internal monologue to external dialogue with another trusted person. We want first responders to know that there is life after after trauma and there is no shame or guilt here. Thank you for joining us!

Join this powerful conversation with Doug Hanes as we talk about how everyone's journey to healing can look different and that is okay. Part 2 If you or someone you know is in crisis and at risk of self-harm, please call or text 988, the suicide and crisis lifeline. Visit our website! 10-42project.org Check us out on social media! Youtube: @1042project Facebook: www.facebook.com/1042project TikTok: @1042project Instagram: 1042_project