Listen "243. "The Journey is the Story" - Ric Jorge"
Episode Synopsis
With a presence that can fill up any room, Ric Jorge is certainly a personality promoting what's best for the fire service. Ric has an incredible story, from rough and tough beginnings to becoming a retired firefighter with focus and a mission at hand. His mission is to break down the barriers of PTSD, drug and alcohol problems and other mental health conditions. Counseling and therapy for first responders has become his focus and he is more passionate than ever. This episode has plenty packed into it; from the importance of self care, input vs. output, individual character and "mental hygiene", Ric crushes the conversation. "Developing Firefighter Resiliency" is a program that Ric offers which deep dives into all aspects of his experience when dealing with mental health. Mind, body and soul... three things that Ric holds to the highest degree. Meditation and spirituality help Ric focus daily and has allowed for his personal growth so that he can help others. A remarkable story, Ric Jorge is making a difference for the fire service. His story is one not to be missed.
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