079. One Thousand Paper Cuts [Part 2]

22/10/2025 41 min
079. One Thousand Paper Cuts [Part 2]

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The way through is simple, but not easy.In Part 2 of this firefighter suicide series, Sammy Freyta digs into the mask of dark humor, the silent war signs we miss, and how tiny 1% choices bring us back from “dead inside." It's real talk about triaging life, changing what you can, and asking for help without shame.What You’ll LearnRead the tells. Withdrawal, numbing (booze, overwork), short fuse, sleep going to hell, nonstop jokes to dodge real talk—what to watch for in yourself and your crew.Normalize the thoughts. Many firefighters think about suicide; that doesn’t make you broken. What matters is your next step.1% moves that matter. Delay the worst choice. Change one thing today. Stack tiny wins until the fog lifts.Resilience → growth. How small reps create clarity, new priorities, stronger bonds—and purpose.Triage the drains. TJ’s real example: finding space to heal.When to escalate. Peer support, EAP, and first-responder inpatient programs aren’t weakness—they’re a parachute.If you didn’t do it but feel dead inside. Sammy’s steps: name it out loud, find why you hesitated, rebuild basics, loop in a person, and write the next chapter. If you’re a firefighter in a bad spot who needs a clear, simple plan to keep going, this one’s for you.📧 Reach out to Sammy🩺 Visit First Responder WellnessSupport the show🔥 Ready to feel unstoppable in your gear? Fit For Service is the 8-week training plan built for firefighters to regain strength, confidence, and endurance on the job. 💪 Start your journey here!>>> Shop Keep the Promise! <<< Get 15% off your purchase at Rescue 1 CBD with code KTP at checkout!

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