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The firefighter-counselor explains the problem with avoidant coping and how to help your brain finally deal with the ‘leftover stuff’
Stack the deck in your favor now, before the health battles become unwinnable
Through her song, “My Hero’s Prayer,” Beth Krah shares a message of faith and hope — a reminder to those on the frontlines that they are seen, valued and never alone
Actions every chief can take to stay current with modern-era executive-level responsibilities
Do you know how to teach? Rethinking fire service instruction and leadership
Survey results reveal why many fireground tools struggle to gain traction — and what it takes for technology to become part of standard operations
Line officers stepping into administrative roles face a culture shock — and a steep learning curve — that rarely gets addressed
Did one inappropriate comment justify the job-ending consequence?
The fire service technologist offers insights for capturing the interest of digital natives
It’s time to match praise with policy for those on the front lines
Downtime together is becoming the rarest call firefighters answer
Whether public or private, your employer can take action. Understand when your words — on or off duty — cross legal and professional boundaries.
As a woman in the fire service, I am so grateful for my extended family and this group of role models for my son