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Episode 13: The Greatest Challenges Facing Modern Firefighters Today - Jason Dykstra

Episode 13: The Greatest Challenges Facing Modern Firefighters Today - Jason Dykstra

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Join us for an insightful and engaging episode of "I'm Just Steve" as we sit down with Jason Dykstra, a dedicated firefighter and passionate family man. In this episode, Jason shares his unique journey from a decade-long career at Apple to finding his true calling in firefighting. We dive deep into the challenges and rewards of being a first responder, the importance of mental health in the fire service, and how to balance family life with a demanding career.Discover how Jason navigates the adrenaline rush of emergency calls while maintaining a strong connection with his family. He also shares valuable insights on how we, as a community, can better support our first responders and the critical importance of safety measures like keeping bedroom doors closed during a fire.Whether you're interested in the fire service, mental health, or simply looking for inspiration on how to live a fulfilling life, this episode is packed with wisdom and heart. Don't miss out on Jason's powerful message about being a "ghost" for our children and the legacy we leave behind.Timecodes:00:00 - Introduction and Jason's Background02:12 - Transition from Apple to Firefighting09:32 - The Mental Health Crisis in the Fire Service22:41 - Supporting First Responders: Community Insights31:44 - Balancing Family Life and CareerLinks:Mental Health Resources for First Responders - https://www.firehero.org/firefighter-mental-health/Simon Sinek: Start With Why - https://www.amazon.com/Start-Why-Leaders-Inspire-Everyone/dp/1591846447Mel Robbins: The 5 Second Rule - https://www.melrobbins.com/book/the-5-second-rule/Tune in now and be inspired!

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