The Size Up Episode 111 - Be Useful - Josh Grandinetti

National Fire Radio Podcast Platform

In this episode, Pip engages in an authentic conversation with Josh Grandinetti, exploring themes of personal growth, the impact of the show Ted Lasso, and the importance of mindfulness in the fire service. Josh shares his journey into firefighting, the challenges he faced with a knee injury, and how it led him to create Foundation Fortified, a mindfulness platform for first responders. The discussion emphasizes the significance of being useful to others and the mental health challenges faced by those in emergency services. In this conversation, Josh Grandinetti discusses the importance of mindfulness for first responders, emphasizing its role in emotional awareness and prevention of mental health issues. He contrasts mindfulness with reactive approaches to mental health, highlighting the benefits of early intervention and emotional regulation. The discussion also covers the unique challenges faced by first responders, including the responder feedback loop, and how mindfulness can serve as a valuable tool in managing stress and anxiety. The conversation concludes with reflections on life lessons and the significance of authentic conversations in personal growth. Because, what you do off the job, MATTERS!!!