Episode 02 | Unveiling the Battlefield Within: Insights from ’RELENTLESS COURAGE w/ Michael Sugrue
Welcome to Episode 02 of Critical Conversations by Mind the Frontlines!
In this insightful episode, best-selling author Sgt. Michael Sugrue - Ret., shares profound insights from his book "RELENTLESS COURAGE: Winning the Battle Against Frontline Trauma." Join us for a deep dive into the multifaceted world of frontline trauma and discover strategies to foster resilience within the law enforcement community.
🚑 Key Topics Discussed:
- Understanding Frontline Trauma: Explore the layers of trauma within law enforcement.
- Breaking the Silence: Discuss barriers hindering trauma discussion among first responders.
- Healing Strategies: Examine coping mechanisms outlined in "RELENTLESS COURAGE."
- Peer Support and Comradery: Highlight the vital role of community in healing.
- PTSI Education and Awareness: Address the importance of awareness in preventing PTSI.
- Impact on Personal and Professional Life: Explore how trauma affects first responders and families.
- Leadership's Role in Mental Health: Discuss the responsibility of leadership in supporting mental health.
- Overcoming Stigma: Address the stigma associated with seeking help and strategies to overcome it.
- Resilience Building: Learn practical approaches for building resilience.
- Future of Mental Health in Law Enforcement: Consider the evolving landscape of mental health support.
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Michael Sugrue began his law enforcement career in the United States Air Force as a Security Forces Officer in 1998. As a Security Forces Officer, Michael specialized in Law Enforcement, Global Force Protection, Anti-Terrorism, Nuclear Security, Foreign Air Field Assessments and Air Base Ground Defense. Michael served in a variety of assignments including: Flight Leader, Flight Commander, Senior Watch Officer, Chief of Command Post and Chief of Security Forces. Michael served all over the United States, Europe, the Middle East and South America. He was also a Security Forces Phoenix Raven with the unique identifier of #1173. Michael honorably separated from the Air Force as a Captain in 2004.Immediately after the Air Force, Michael was hired by the Walnut Creek Police Department where he served in a variety of assignments including: Patrol Officer, Driver Training Instructor (EVOC) Field Training Officer (FTO), SIU Detective, Undercover CA DOJ Narcotic Task Force Agent (Contra Costa County), Public Information Officer (PIO) and Patrol Sergeant. Michael was awarded the Walnut Creek PD Distinguished Service Medal in 2014 for his heroic and life saving actions during a Fatal Officer Involved Shooting in 2012. Michael ultimately medically retired in 2018. He is now a Peer Volunteer at the West Coast Post Trauma Retreat (WCPR) and an Ambassador for Save A Warrior (SAW). Michael is a dedicated advocate for awareness, prevention, education, training on Post Traumatic Stress Injury (PTSI) and First Responder Suicide Prevention. Michael continues to speak at law enforcement agencies all over the United States.In his International #1 BEST-SELLING book, RELENTLESS COURAGE: Winning the Battle Against Frontline Trauma, along with Dr. Shauna Springer, PhD, they tackle the complexity of trauma within the law enforcement community, uncovering the unspoken barriers, and outline a path to healing. RELENTLESS COURAGE released in Spring 2022 and has been described by Lt. Col. David Grossman, best-selling author of On Killing and On Combat as “one of the most important books of our time” and “the natural successor to On Combat.” ⬇️ HIS NEW BOOK IS AVAILABLE HERE ⬇️amzn.to/3vDZvSw