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93 - Going Within to Heal with April Chavez

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93 - Going Within to Heal with April Chavez

In this episode of the First Responder Wellness Podcast, host Conrad Weaver has a conversation with April Chavez, a former deputy sheriff turned entrepreneur, educator, and wellness advocate. April shares her remarkable journey from serving in the remote mountains of Colorado with limited backup to becoming a leader in the world of personal growth and holistic wellness.

Their conversation explores:

  • The mental and emotional toll of working in law enforcement

  • How self-awareness and consistent training help manage high-stress environments

  • The challenges of transitioning from officer mode to personal life

  • The value of quiet, introspection, and meditation

  • The impact of supportive partners and communities

  • Practical steps for building resilience and healthy habits

This episode offers relatable, real-world advice for first responders and anyone seeking a grounded path to personal growth and emotional clarity.

Key Takeaways:
  • You don’t rise to the level of your courage — you fall to the level of your training

  • Inner work starts with creating time for silence and reflection

  • Emotional growth comes from observing how we respond — not just how we perform

  • Writing, journaling, and mental rehearsal are tools for daily alignment

  • Even small, consistent changes lead to lasting transformation

Resources Mentioned:
  • https://drivenlivin.com

  • The Drive Collective – April’s private wellness community

  • Insight Timer App – Guided meditations by April Chavez

  • Atomic Habits by James Clear

+++++

Take the quiz to find your perfect trainer and get 14 days of free training here:
https://go.trainwell.net/FirstResponderWellness

FIRST RESPONDER WELLNESS PODCAST

Order the PTSD911 Film and Educational Toolkit here: https://ptsd911movie.com/toolkit/
Web site: https://ptsd911movie.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ptsd911movie/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ptsd911movie/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClQ8jxjxYqHgFQixBK4Bl0Q

Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/first-responder-wellness-podcast/id1535675703

Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2wW72dLZOKkO1QYUPzL2ih

Purchase the PTSD911 film for your public safety agency or organization:
https://ptsd911movie.com/toolkit/

The First Responder Wellness Podcast is a production of ConjoStudios, LLC

Copyright ©2025 ConjoStudios, LLC - All rights Reserved.

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162 episodes

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93 - Going Within to Heal with April Chavez

In this episode of the First Responder Wellness Podcast, host Conrad Weaver has a conversation with April Chavez, a former deputy sheriff turned entrepreneur, educator, and wellness advocate. April shares her remarkable journey from serving in the remote mountains of Colorado with limited backup to becoming a leader in the world of personal growth and holistic wellness.

Their conversation explores:

  • The mental and emotional toll of working in law enforcement

  • How self-awareness and consistent training help manage high-stress environments

  • The challenges of transitioning from officer mode to personal life

  • The value of quiet, introspection, and meditation

  • The impact of supportive partners and communities

  • Practical steps for building resilience and healthy habits

This episode offers relatable, real-world advice for first responders and anyone seeking a grounded path to personal growth and emotional clarity.

Key Takeaways:
  • You don’t rise to the level of your courage — you fall to the level of your training

  • Inner work starts with creating time for silence and reflection

  • Emotional growth comes from observing how we respond — not just how we perform

  • Writing, journaling, and mental rehearsal are tools for daily alignment

  • Even small, consistent changes lead to lasting transformation

Resources Mentioned:
  • https://drivenlivin.com

  • The Drive Collective – April’s private wellness community

  • Insight Timer App – Guided meditations by April Chavez

  • Atomic Habits by James Clear

+++++

Take the quiz to find your perfect trainer and get 14 days of free training here:
https://go.trainwell.net/FirstResponderWellness

FIRST RESPONDER WELLNESS PODCAST

Order the PTSD911 Film and Educational Toolkit here: https://ptsd911movie.com/toolkit/
Web site: https://ptsd911movie.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ptsd911movie/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ptsd911movie/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClQ8jxjxYqHgFQixBK4Bl0Q

Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/first-responder-wellness-podcast/id1535675703

Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2wW72dLZOKkO1QYUPzL2ih

Purchase the PTSD911 film for your public safety agency or organization:
https://ptsd911movie.com/toolkit/

The First Responder Wellness Podcast is a production of ConjoStudios, LLC

Copyright ©2025 ConjoStudios, LLC - All rights Reserved.

  continue reading

162 episodes

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