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Papa Tango Sierra DeltaEpisode 39: 10-33 & 50% of the RCMPNathan Kapler, medically-retired Mountie and host of the Ten-Thirty Three podcast, shares his journey from joining the Force at a young age, recognising something was mentally wrong at only two years service, his requests for help, his battle to find sobriety, his twelve years of service, his retirement, and the story behind his podcast, which has been vocalising the realities of PTSD since 2021.***WARNING: this podcast contains graphic content that may be disturbing or triggering to some listeners. Discretion is advised.*** Support the showThe Papa Tango Sierra Delta online store...
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Behind The LineAbove & Beyond with Nathan Kapler, Retired RCMPShow Notes:**Rate & Review Behind the Line on Apple Podcast – here **We're BACK!!!It has felt like a long but genuinely refreshing break and I am SO excited and grateful to be back in your inbox once again to share about a new season of the Behind the Line podcast, highlighting wellness strategies for hardworking helping professionals. I hope that you have been able to find pockets of calm, joy, silliness and connection over the course of your summertime, and that you and yours are settling into the new rhythms that se...
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Ten Thirty Three72: Elise Michaels - How Do We Process Our Childhood Trauma To Invite Growth and Reach Your True PotentialElise also shares her own personal story of what her childhood looked like. Elise believed her childhood was “normal” until she began doing some of the challenging work required to see our childhood for what it truly was. Elise then began to challenge herself to move beyond the trauma of the past and learn how to grow beyond her experiences. This required learning new coping behavioural mechanisms. Learning how to challenge your own anger and resentment.
In this episode we focus directly on the concept of forgiveness and how this may look differently for us d...
2023-09-0457 minTen Thirty Three71: Jon Archambault - Learning To Heal From Living Life Connected To NatureJoin me this week as I sit down with Jon Archambault. Jon served with the military for over twelve years. He then transferred to Calgary Police where he served for another six years; however, trauma began to impact Jon in ways he would be required to better understand.
Jon shares what his journey looked like; however, how it also created an opportunity to reconnect him with nature. This ultimately lead to him launching Wired Different, a veteran owned company focused on providing apparel solutions to those who understand the value of outdoor exploration, adventure...
2023-08-281h 16Ten Thirty Three70: Julia Shelley - Finding Safety In War Torn CountriesJoin me as I sit down with Julia Shelley. Julia was a flight attendant for the United Nations and during this time visited many war torn countries. Julia recounts how feeling unsafe in these environments contributed to health issues. We discuss the impacts of unsafe environments and how they can shape us we begin to adapt to them sometimes in unhealthy ways.
We also discuss how this impacted Julia and caused her to begin to socially isolate. Julia's journey does not end there. Julia recognized that she this role was having a significant impact...
2023-08-141h 08Ten Thirty Three69: Jeff Brown - Removing The Armour As We Break Free From Vigilance And Embrace VulnerabilityJoin me as I sit down Jeff Brown. Jeff is an author seven times over. We discuss how Jeff initially chased the concept of becoming a prominent Lawyer in Toronto. Jeff quickly rose to success in this role; however, faced an emptiness within that could not be avoided. Over time Jeff realized that this was not his true passion and that ultimately was losing himself in this pursuit.
Jeff had a pivotal moment where he knew that in order to better connect within and the external world he would have to sacrifice his dream...
2023-07-311h 19Ten Thirty Three68: David Sadai - From Chaos To Connection and How We Can Unravel The MadnessJoin me as I sit down with David Sadai. David spent years serving in the Canadian Armed Forces and recognized the impact that military life was having on himself. Through adversity David challenged himself to expand his approach to life and ultimately left the Canadian Armed Forces to begin his own healing journey.
Join me as David shares how he "unravelled the madness" which later fuelled his project to become an author and write a book "Unravelling the Madness". David shares how the journey into confronting the things he avoided for years ultimately brought...
2023-07-171h 03Ten Thirty Three67: Jeff Depatie - How Trauma Shapes Our Relationship With Pain And Suffering, Dark Night Of Our SoulJoin me as I sit down with Jeff Depatie. Jeff served as a Joint Task Force for many years which lead to significant stress and trauma. Jeff also began his healing journey as he began to notice the impact of trauma within. Jeff shares his how his approach to acceptance, love based emotions and neutrality has changed over the years. Trauma teaches us much about ourselves; however, it is upon us to move toward enlightenment and harmony.
Jeff shares his upcoming release of his project called, a documentary “Dark Night Of Our Soul”. By unloc...
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The Silvercore Podcast with Travis BaderEp. 105: Officer Down10-33 is the radio code for “Officer in need of Immediate Assistance”. It is also the aptly named title of the "Ten Thirty Three" podcast hosted by retired police officer Nathan Kapler. Nathan is incredibly honest in sharing his struggles with mental health, addiction and dealing with the trauma he has sustained through life and through his career with the RCMP. His hope is that others may benefit from his perspective and experience and he uses the power of story to continue his lifelong dedication to assisting those in need.
June is mens mental health awareness month and this epis...
2023-06-202h 11Ten Thirty Three66: (Ret) Sgt. Major Sebastien Lavoie - How Do We Cultivate An Indomitable Spirit?Join me as we sit down with Retired Sgt. Major Sebastien Lavoie. We discuss an array of topics that cover a broad range of lessons learned from a life of service as a First Responder. We cover areas such as failure vs growth and why both are important. We explore gratitude and how identity is an important component of longevity. We also touch on how to accept the thought of our own death as we may take on roles in our professional lives that carry significant risk.
Sebastian has become a key figure in...
2023-06-191h 54Ten Thirty Three65: Reflection of Season ThreeJoin us as I reflect on season three which featured some of the amazing people that help first responders begin their own mental health journey. With gratitude we finish the season and dive into Season four!
2023-06-1206 minTen Thirty Three64: Avery Breau - You Want To Become A Cop? Part IIIJoin me as I sit down with Avery Breau. Avery embarks on her journey into becoming a RCMP Officer this year. Making the transition from civilian life to policing is a large undertaking. Many times we may feel like this challenge is insurmountable; however, often times many not only achieve this but flourish in the profession.
We discuss different perspectives of what it means to become a cop and some of the challenges in the profession.
Join me in a three part series where we focus on the journey...
2023-06-051h 15Ten Thirty Three63: Avery Breau - You Want To Become A Cop? Part IIJoin me as I sit down with Avery Breau. Avery embarks on her journey into becoming a RCMP Officer this year. Making the transition from civilian life to policing is a large undertaking. Many times we may feel like this challenge is insurmountable; however, often times many not only achieve this but flourish in the profession.
We discuss different perspectives of what it means to become a cop and some of the challenges in the profession.
Join me in a three part series where we focus on the journey...
2023-05-291h 56Ten Thirty Three62: Avery Breau - You Want To Become A Cop? Part IJoin me as I sit down with Avery Breau. Avery embarks on her journey into becoming a RCMP Officer this year. Making the transition from civilian life to policing is a large undertaking. Many times we may feel like this challenge is insurmountable; however, often times many not only achieve this but flourish in the profession.
We discuss different perspectives of what it means to become a cop and some of the challenges in the profession.
Join me in a three part series where we focus on the journey...
2023-05-221h 47Ten Thirty Three61: Emily Day - A Holistic Healer Helping First Responders Heal By Reconnecting the Mind, Body And SpiritJoin me as I connect with Emily Day. Emily is a modern day healer and a holistic wellness counsellor who works with first responders who are recovering from traumatic experiences.
Emily herself has an incredible story of seeing first hand the devastating impact first responder work can have on men as her father was a police officer and her father. Emily shares how her own journey into her past trauma and pain ultimately led to more pain and suffering; however, in time also set her free. Emily challenged herself to work beyond the trauma...
2023-05-151h 12Ten Thirty Three60: Larry Peyton - Creating A Voice For Others Through Our Own ExperiencesJoin me as I connect with Larry Peyton. Larry has served with the RCMP for over two decades. Due to repeated traumatic events it eventually led to Larry being diagnosed with PTSD and ultimately over time it worsening and complicating his health. Larry realized the impacts of PTSD and began learning about often misunderstood injury many First Responders carry.
Larry knew that in order to heal he would have to stop hiding his pain and suffering and start being more vulnerable by expressing what his experiences looked like. This ultimately led to him creating...
2023-05-0856 minTen Thirty Three59: Debra Kine - Helping First Responders Heal From The PastJoin me as I connect with Debra Kine. Debra holds a Masters degree in Theology and a Masters degree in Psychology. Debra has spent many years serving others as they often themselves navigate some of life's most difficult moments. Debra initially worked with many as a chaplain in paediatric ICU at McMaster Children's hospital and at St. Michaels emergency ward in Toronto.
Debra later joined the Edgewood Health Network Rehabilitation Centre in Nanaimo, B.C. She joined the team as a clinical counselor and began helping first responders from all working lines to heal...
2023-05-011h 04Ten Thirty Three58: Dr. Nick Withers - Supporting First Responders With CannabisJoin me as I sit down with Dr. Nick Withers. Dr. Withers professional accomplishments span decades of emergency medicine and even time with the Canadian Armed Forces including time with Special Operations. Dr. Withers has been caring for military and RCMP personnel for years and understands those that serve their country in these positions.
Dr. Withers joined the CannaConnect team a few years ago after challenging his own views on medical cannabis and its potential therapeutic value for treating PTSD. He continues to see and treat many active and retired veterans while promoting healing...
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(Dersten) Sonra06 | İkinci En Etkili Ders Çalışma Yöntemi (Bölüm 3)Ders çalışmak için masaya oturdun. Ne çalışacağını belirledin. Vallahi harikasın! Fakat, ödevler, vizeler veya finaller kapını çalarken bir de az vaktin kalmışken nasıl çalışmalısın? Sence daha az çalışıp daha yüksek not alabilmek mümkün mü? Kesinlikle mümkün! Derslere etkili çalışmakla ilgili sana bir bölüm serisi hazırladım. Bu bölümde, ikinci en etkili ders çalışma yöntemini makalelerle harmanlayıp sana anlatacağım. Serinin son bölümünde, en etkili çalışma yönteminden bahsedeceğim. Peki podcastte paylaştığım noktalardan daha da fazlası me...
2023-04-1913 minTen Thirty Three57: Reverend Chris Pilon: Why Spirituality and Compassion MatterJoin me as I connect with Reverend Chris Pilon. Chris is an Anglican Priest and also a Chaplain for the Canadian Armed Forces. Chris also serves the RCMP and its membership from a roll of support and care.
Chris shares his incredible life story of what service to those that serve us looks like. He has dedicated his life to caring for others and investing his time into ensuring those that carry the burden of service life are properly supported.
In our conversation we discuss the importance of spirituality and compassion. We also dive into...
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True Blue Podcast5 Canadian Police PodcastsThe Victoria City Police Union (VCPU) is honoured to share a discussion with other Canadian Police Podcasters on this unique episode of the True Blue Podcast."10-5" - Ontario Provincial Police Association - Josh Jutras & Scott Mills"10-33" - Nathan Kapler (former RCMP)"Bend Don't Break" - Delta Police - Chief Neil Dubord"The Quiet Professional" - Edmonton Police - Nathan Romashttps://www.instagram.com/tenthirtythreeco/https://www.instagram.com/deltapd/https://www.instagram.com/edmontonpoliceassociation/https...
2023-04-1539 minTen Thirty Three56: (Ret) Inspector Stephen Gloade: Facing Mental Health Challenges As A Senior Commissioned OfficerJoin me as I connect with now retired Inspector Stephen Gloade. Stephen is one of a few Indigenous RCMP members that made it to the commissioned ranks within the RCMP.
Stephen recounts what the journey looked like in regards to recognizing that his own personal Mental Health was degrading due to years of service as a Police Officer. Stephen acknowledges that his journey became so dark at one point that suicide a part of the thought process. There is no shame in this as Stephen sought help and began to understand what he was suffering from. Stephen...
2023-04-101h 22Ten Thirty Three55: Cst. Kyle Stubbs: Allowing Our Suffering To Become An OpportunityJoin me as I connect with Constable Kyle Stubbs of the RCMP! Kyle shares his personal story as he began noticing the behavioural and emotional changes from the impacts of Police work and traumatic experiences.
Kyle recounts how his journey into how he was shutting down and numbing out eventually began leaded himself to relationship issues. Kyle's spouse eventually raised the red flag and brought the issue front and centre to Kyle causing Kyle to reflect and do some hard internal work. Kyle chose to challenge himself from this moment on to acknowledge and begin to accept a...
2023-04-031h 04Ten Thirty Three54: Dr. Jasmine Dean: What Can We Expect From Stress Leave, How Do We Know When Its Time To Move On?Join me for our last episode, of this series, with Dr. Jasmine Dean. Taking the off, or going on sick leave, from First Responder roles can be incredibly difficult for us to accept. We may know we need this for some time, but hang on in an effort to avoid the inevitable. The toll of First Responder work is intense and it is incredibly common for First Responders to need to "take a knee" to focus on themselves all while promoting healing.
This step in our careers is often shrouded in secrecy though. Many of us don't...
2023-03-2756 minTen Thirty Three53: Shane Urowitz and Lee Grossman: CannaConnect - Building The Next Generation Of Support For VeteransJoin me as I sit down with Shane Urowitz and Lee Grossman from CannaConnect. Shane and Lee are two of the founders of CannaConnect. Their mission is to empower Military and RCMP Veterans on their journey to wellness through medical cannabis. CannaConnect is committed to providing opportunities to engage with a supportive community through connection and conversation at their wellness lounges from coast-to-coast. CannaConnect leads with compassion and care to enable our community to learn, heal and thrive, while working to end the stigma around mental health.
This conversation focuses on how CannaConnect was born and where...
2023-03-2045 minTen Thirty Three52: Dr. Jasmine Dean: How Do We Unpack Trauma, Different Types Of Therapy And How Do We Rebuild?Our series with Dr. Jasmine Dean continues. Dr. Dean and I continue to raise awareness in regards to PTSD, Mental Health and the depth of conversation that is needed to promote personal growth.
On this episode we talk about how to unpack trauma, what are the different types of therapy and how do they work? The difference between prolonged exposure therapy and why it is good for avoidant behavioural patterns. We also discuss CPT and other treatments that are available.
In this episode we also start to begin to look at rebuilding and the identity...
2023-03-1359 minTen Thirty Three51: Sgt. Kaleigh Paddon: Officer In Charge of Surrey Police Wellness Unit, Changing A Culture Of Internal Support For First RespondersJoin us as I connect with Sgt. Kaleigh Paddon. Sgt. Paddon is in charge of the Surrey Police Wellness Unit and is a perfect fit for that unit. Sgt. Paddon understands the journey of Post Traumatic Stress and is no stranger to doing the hard work required to set yourself on a path of growth.
Sgt. Paddon is spearheading cultural change within this police force and is strengthening and promoting Police Officers' Mental Health (and overall health) as a result.
Join us as we talk about how Cops love their "Used To's" and the importance...
2023-03-061h 12Ten Thirty Three50: Dr. Jasmine Dean: Subjective Units Of Distress, Trauma, Sex and Medication, Us VS ThemOur series with Dr. Jasmine Dean continues. Dr. Dean and I continue to raise awareness in regards to PTSD, Mental Health and the depth of conversation that is needed to promote personal growth.
On this episode we talk about Subjective Units Of Distress and how this can be an important way to measure where your stress is at daily. Tracking our stress is actually incredibly important as it allows us to develop a plan to decrease our overall levels and promote better health.
We also discuss the impact that trauma and medication have on our...
2023-02-271h 11Ten Thirty Three49: Sam King: How The Operational Stress Injury Clinic Helps Those In Need, Childhood Trauma And The Tragedy That Occurred At Portapique, Nova ScotiaI am joined by Sam King. Sam is a Clinical Social worker, Registered Nurse and a Pyscho Therapist at the Operational Stress Injury Clinic in Nova Scotia.
Many First Responders wonder if the Operational Stress Injury Clinic is the right fit for them and their occupational stress injury journey with work. Sam opens up and talks about some of the amazing aspects of therapy and supports they offer to our men and women who serve!
Sam paints an incredibly clear picture as to how supportive OSI really is and how it has helped many manage...
2023-02-201h 03Ten Thirty Three48: Dr. Jasmine Dean: Addiction and Coping With Our Trauma, How Social Isolation Impacts Us, Intrusive Thoughts and Survivors GuiltOur series with Dr. Jasmine Dean continues. Dr. Dean and I continue to raise awareness in regards to PTSD, Mental Health and the depth of conversation that is needed to promote personal growth.
On this episode we talk about why addiction happens. Why addiction really is a form of trying to cope with pain and suffering. And why it is important to understand addiction in order to understand your relationship with how you cope with your trauma.
We also discuss survivors guilt, intrusive thoughts and how social isolation all make contribute to PTSD.
J...
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Judging MeghanDealing with PTSD | A conversation on Mental Health with Podcaster & Retired Police Officer Nathan KaplerAs I'm sure many of you are aware our society has a huge problem with allowing men to be vulnerable. Many Men tend to suppress their emotions down in fear of being seen as weak. This can lead to anger issues and volatile behavior. That is why I am so excited to have this episodes Guest Nathan Kapler on to have a conversation about emotions and mental health.Nathan Kapler is currently a podcaster and a retired RCMP officer. During his career as a police officer he dealt with many traumatic calls and situations...
2023-02-071h 10Ten Thirty Three47: Byron MacLean: Learning to Grow With PTSI, The Importance Of Serving Our Veterans'Join me as I connect with Byron MacLean. Byron served with the Canadian Armed Forces from 1998 - 2008. He served three separate times in Afghanistan. He then went on to join the RCMP from 2009 - 2021 when he retired in April of 2021.
Byron approaches this episode with immense vulnerability and talks about his pain as a result from overexposure to traumatic incidents. Byron also shows how important it is to keep hope and believing in yourself even in your darkest hour. Byrons' recovery is due to the hard work he has put into himself and challenging himself to grow...
2023-02-061h 24Ten Thirty Three46: Dr. Jasmine Dean: How Do We Mentally Assess Ourselves? How The Brain Physically Changes With TraumaI am joined once more by Dr. Jasmine Dean. Dr. Dean and I continue a series aimed at PTSD, Mental Health and the depth of conversation that is needed to promote growth and awareness.
On this episode we talk about the impacts of cynicism, the physical changes that happen in the brain from Trauma and catastrophic thinking patterns.
When the body is unwell and stress or trauma is impacting the body negatively it can also promote an imbalance of hormones. We dive deeper and look at the relationship that may no longer be promoted to...
2023-01-3058 minTen Thirty Three45: Dr. Nicholas Carleton: Shifting our perspective and approach to PTSD through research, the issue with the word "resiliency"Join me as we connect with Dr. Nicholas Carleton. He currently serves as principal investigator on the RCMP Longitudinal PTSD Study (www.rcmpstudy.ca), the associated extension study for Saskatchewan public safety personnel (www.saskptsistudy.ca), and co-principal investigator on the Federal Internet Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Program for public safety personnel (www.PSPSNET.ca).. The study has gained much attention recently and signifiant funding.
Dr. Carleton and his team are making significant strides forward as they approach the complex questions that exist with PTSD. They are also innovating and challenging our approach to PTSD. The funding and...
2023-01-231h 02Ten Thirty Three44: Dr. Jasmine Dean: Mental Health self assessment, the warning signs before crisis and a conversation about trauma entanglementI am joined once more by Dr. Jasmine Dean. Dr. Dean and I talk about the complexities behind our Mental Health and how we can self assess ourselves to see how we are doing.
We also talk in depth about the warning signs that begin to show as we are walking towards a crisis.
Join us as the conversation continues!
2023-01-161h 00Ten Thirty Three43: PTSD and Disability Tax CreditJoin me as I sit down with Anders Johnson of Johnson Management Consulting. Anders provides an invaluable support to first responders who suffer from PTSD. He has been in the space of helping first responders now for well over a decade apply for an get their Disability Tax Credit.
Canada Revenue Agency views Post Traumatic Stress Disorder as an eligible condition to apply for and be granted a Disability Tax Credit. Within this the applicant can get back money through reduced taxes per year and benefit directly from the challenges that can come from such a condition.
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Be Effective PodcastEp59 | Nathan KaplerNathan Kapler is a retired Royal Canadian Mounted Police Officer with over fourteen years of Policing experience.Nate is a First Responder Mental Health advocate and has aimed his sights on promoting mental well being within all first responder working lines. He runs a successful podcast, Ten Thirty Three - Trauma Talk which has already positively impacted many on the journey.Follow Nate:Nate's linktree: https://linktr.ee/TenThirtyThreePodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/ten-thirty-three/id1604674610The Be Effective Podcast with Adam Haidary, the CEO & founder of...
2022-12-1954 minTen Thirty Three42: Dr. Jasmine Dean: The Mental Health Gap, Emotional Disconnection vs Reconnection and Sanctuary TraumaWelcome to Season Three! We are kicking off this season with our first guest - Dr. Jasmine Dean! Dr. Dean is a registered Psychologist in Ontario and has been working with First Responders helping them on their healing journey!
In this episode we talk about the Mental Health gap that currently exists in our approach to approach to Mental Health wellness.
We also discuss the incredibly complex issue of Sanctuary Trauma and how Dr. Dean's personal business launched with this very thought in mind.
First responders are often required to emotionally disconnect in...
2022-12-121h 04Ten Thirty ThreeReflection of "You want to become a cop"The transition from civilian life to that of a first responder is no small feat. Months of training, years of hands on experience is often needed to establish a solid foundation to carry you well into your career. This episode reflects back on the mini series where I had the opportunity to be interviewed by Avery Breau. Avery is making that transition herself and is currently in the application process for the RCMP.
The dialogue from that mini series depicts exactly what one can expect when crossing that bridge to a new role.
I also...
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Ten Thirty ThreeYou want to become a cop? Pt. 3This week I am joined by Avery Breau. Avery has aspirations to become a RCMP Police Officer and is currently in the RCMP application process.
At this chapter in her journey Avery has many questions about transitioning from civilian life to that of a First Responder or Police Officer. Questions around how does one handle complex situations in the field to how do you handle difficult situations that sometimes may include seeing human suffering or even death.
Policing is often times incredibly challenging work, not only physically but mentally as well. This series is dedicated...
2022-11-281h 15Ten Thirty ThreeYou want to become a cop? Pt. 2This week I am joined by Avery Breau. Avery has aspirations to become a RCMP Police Officer and is currently in the RCMP application process.
At this chapter in her journey Avery has many questions about transitioning from civilian life to that of a First Responder or Police Officer. Questions around how does one handle complex situations in the field to how do you handle difficult situations that sometimes may include seeing human suffering or even death.
Policing is often times incredibly challenging work, not only physically but mentally as well. This series is dedicated...
2022-11-211h 56Ten Thirty ThreeYou want to become a cop? Pt. 1This week I am joined by Avery Breau. Avery has aspirations to become a RCMP Police Officer and is currently in the RCMP application process.
At this chapter in her journey Avery has many questions about transitioning from civilian life to that of a First Responder or Police Officer. Questions around how does one handle complex situations in the field to how do you handle difficult situations that sometimes may include seeing human suffering or even death.
Policing is often times incredibly challenging work, not only physically but mentally as well. This series is dedicated...
2022-11-141h 47Ten Thirty Three41: Reflection of Season TwoJoin me as I concluded Season Two!
Community, connection and conversation are what can ultimately allow us to achieve heightened states of health. Our struggles seem to be magnified when we suffer alone or in silence. Season two has taught myself valuable lesson along the way and I hope it has for yourself as well.
Thank you for joining me on this journey!
2022-11-0711 minTen Thirty Three40: Daniel Sundahl: Life on the fringe at the greatest show on earthIn this episode I connect with Daniel Sundahl. Daniel has over twenty years of experience as a Firefighter and a Paramedic in Alberta. Daniel courageously shares his journey into the trauma he endured and the impacts it was having on his health, personal and professional life. As Daniel began to build awareness into his mental health and his own suffering he found a healthy coping mechanism through art and artwork.
What started as an idea to help express himself quickly grew to being largely popular and accepted by many as profound artwork. Daniel now is a common...
2022-10-311h 44Ten Thirty Three39: Reg Laviolette: A registered Nurse and Mental Health TherapistIn this episode I connect with Reg Laviolette. Reg started his nursing career in a forensic psychiatric ward in Edmonton, Alberta. After years of experiencing trauma Reg began to exhibit symptoms consistent with PTSD. Reg attributes much of his success to acknowledging that he needed to get help and embraced the vulnerability that exists in that first step.
As a result Reg has been able to begin his healing journey and has gained much awareness into his own identity.
Reg is now focused in a new work setting as a nurse in the role of m...
2022-10-241h 08Ten Thirty Three38: Matt Johnston: Registered Counsellor, Firefighter and Mental Health AdvocateJoin us as we connect with Matt Johnston. Matt is an active fire fighter with a background in clinical counselling and holds a masters in psychology.
Matt is also an athlete and has attributed much of his success to his well rounded approach to maintaining an identity outside of the role of being a first responder.
In 2017 Matt Cofounder the occupational awareness training program. This program is focused on improving mental health professional knowledge of stoic service professions in public safety.
His network of care providers are now national, and is part of W...
2022-10-171h 20Ten Thirty Three37: Sean Conohan: Learning To Serve Through Sharing Your StoryJoin us as we connect with Sean Conohan, the host of Uptalk podcast.
2022-10-031h 11Ten Thirty Three36: Barry Rhodes: Corrections, PTSD and learning to forgiveIn this episode I connect with now retired Barry Rhodes. Rhodes worked over a decade in corrections and experienced various types of trauma over that timeframe. Rhodes later went on to develop PTSD; a common workplace injury as a result of experienced workplace trauma.
Rhodes reflects about the challenges that came with PTSD specifically resulting in a situation involving a family member and mistreatment while employed as a corrections officer. Insensitivities around supports needed by Rhodes exacerbated Rhodes condition and left Rhodes in a precarious position.
Join me as Rhodes shares how his healing began a...
2022-09-261h 12Ten Thirty Three35: Chance Burles: Military, PTSD and the journey into growthIn this episode I connect with now retired Chance Burles. Chance served with the Military from 2005 to 2013. Chance also served in Afghanistan in 2008 as a combat engineer. During his training and active tour Chance saw traumatic events which would later contribute to him forming PTSD.
Chance reflects openly about his PTSD, depression and anxiety. Chance also acknowledges where his struggles were most apparent and ultimately how he knew he had to eventually challenge himself to begin to heal.
Chance reflects how his anger and irritability became a dominant emotion at times prior to understanding his...
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Bend Don't BreakA Journey into PTSD with Nathan KaplerThis week, Chief Neil Dubord is joined by Nathan Kapler, who has his own podcast called Ten Thirty-Three, where he tells some of his experiences through extremely challenging situations as a Police Officer. Nathan shares in his show how he learned to handle his emotions, and also deal with his own unresolved trauma. In this episode, Chief Dubord speaks with Nathan about how he grew up in a small town in Northern Alberta wanting to be a caring and compassionate policeman. He shares the beginning of his career when he only was 21 years old, and how...
2022-09-1343 minTen Thirty Three34: Paulette Breau: Policing, PTSD and the impact of being an undercover Police OfficerIn this episode I connect with now retired Police Officer Paulette Breau. Paulette was a Police Officer for over thirty years and spent most of her career as an undercover Police Officer.
Paulette shares her story and openly discusses the impacts off sexual abuse, addiction, PTSD and the struggles the ensued with living a double life as an undercover operator. Paulette also shares how her incredible journey eventually lead to her healing and how she overcame so much. A story filled with adversity, hope and perseverance.
Paulette also authored a book "Never At Ease" where...
2022-09-121h 56Ten Thirty Three33: Mark Bouchard: Policing, PTSD And A Desire to Impact Permanent Positive Change!In this episode I connect with Police Officer Mark Bouchard. Mark is currently in Williams Lake, B.C. and has served in multiple locations over his decade plus years of service. Mark initially started Policing with Delta Police; however, later transferred to the RCMP where he continues to this day.
Mark, like many other first responders, has had his share of traumatic experiences. Mark began to understand his own journey into PTSD by consuming as much information as humanely possible about the condition. Mark was very much a part of policing history where PTSD was still largely...
2022-09-052h 02Ten Thirty Three32: Nick Motycka: Policing, PTSD and PsychedelicsIn this episode I connect with now retired Police Officer Nick Motycka. Nick was a police officer for over seventeen years. Nick started with the RCMP and later transferred to Calgary Police Services.
Nick shares his story as he reflects on how Policing trauma impacted himself. How he began to understand that he was dealing with PTSD and ultimately how his healing journey needed to look for himself.
Nick attributes much of his healing success coming from a guided psychedelic experienced and how it helped shift his perspective from pain and suffering to that of...
2022-08-081h 49Ten Thirty Three31: Phil Jacobson: A retired Paramedics' Journey into PTSD and beyondIn this episode I connect with now retired Phil Jacobson. Phil served as a paramedic in Manitoba for over a decade. Phil, like many others, didn't understand the changes that he encountered in the moment as his Mental Health began to become impacted by workplace trauma. Phil is now able to look back and speak clearly about the impact that trauma had on his body and mind.
Phil later came to his own realization that in order to heal he had to leave his career. Post retirement Phil now has retrained himself for another career and has...
2022-08-0159 minTen Thirty Three30: Jay Anderson: A Therapist with "lived experience"In this episode I connect with now retired Jay Anderson. Jay previously held a career with the RCMP for two decades. He worked both in Manitoba and Ontario in various different units and positions. During that time violence and trauma lead to personal adaptations unbeknownst to Jay as he began to change as a result of the impacts of workplace trauma. Jay retired last year from the RCMP; however, has an unbelievable story when it comes to how he began to understand his own PTSD.
Jay is now a successful therapist in Ontario and has helped many...
2022-07-251h 30Ten Thirty Three29: A story from a Paramedic: Her journey into PTSD and Mental HealthIn this episode I connect with a paramedic. She is and has been working as one for over a decade. She has seen and been a part of many traumatic calls. Some including the loss of life. While these calls are yes tragic, they all to often leave an impact with those that serve so selflessly. She reflects and shares her story into some of the traumatic calls she experienced and what the impact was like as a Paramedic to her mental health.
We also get an opportunity to hear a story of someone who came close...
2022-07-1859 minTen Thirty Three28: A story from a Nurse: Her journey into PTSD and Mental HealthIn this episode I connect with a nurse. She is and has been working as one for over eight years. She has been a part of many units as a nurse and has been subjected to repeated traumatic events. Covid also played a major role in a significantly challenging period of time on our nurses and health care practitioners overall health.
She faces burnout and shares openly acknowledging her own PTSD that formed as a result of years of work place trauma. The story shares immense vulnerability and reflection as she acknowledges how the PTSD started off...
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Ten Thirty Three27: Jess MacLean: Supporting others with PTSD within the RCMPIn this episode I connect with Cpl. Jess MacLean with the RCMP. Jess currently serves in the Federal Wellness Unit. She is an integral part of what makes up a progressive team aimed at promoting positive change and helping others who suffer with PTSD.
Jess shares her personal story: how she herself began to realize that she in fact has PTSD. Jess had to learn to accept it and live with it. She also began to see the challenges that existed not only in the workplace with PTSD but at home as well as a mother and...
2022-07-041h 36Ten Thirty Three26: Mike Willford: Shares his journey into understanding his own Mental Health needsIn this episode I connect with Sgt. Mike Willford with Abbotsford Police. Mike previously served fifteen years with the RCMP and then joined Abbotsford Police. Mike now has five years with Abbotsford Police and comes to us with two decades of policing experience.
Mike has seen it all when it comes to policing and first responder work. He has worked as a first responder in frontline policing roles and now is skilled as a crisis negotiator. He currently is on the Gang Crime Unit.
Mike, after years of service, began noticing significant issues which he...
2022-06-271h 00Ten Thirty Three25: Adam Haidary - Effective Fitness - A story of finding success after PolicingIn this episode I connect with retired Law Enforcement Officer Adam Haidary. Adam served as a LEO in South Carolina U.S.A. for over seven years.
Join me as Adam, who is now thirty three years of age, reflects on how his service life impacted himself. Adam, much like many others, recognized the traumatic impacts of first responder work and the organizational challenges that existed within.
Adam eventually landed in a training role where he was asked to launch a fitness program for the men and women who also served. It was here that A...
2022-06-2058 minTen Thirty Three24: Sachin Latti: A story of PTSD from a First Responder "Part Two"In this episode I connect with Law Enforcement Officer Sachin Latti. Sachin is still currently serving; however, has placed his mental health recovery in a position of great importance.
Join me as Sachin reflects on his upbringing and how he now has recognized how it contributed to a reoccurring theme or set of unhealthy behavioural patterns. Sachin now is facing growth and challenging himself to become a man beyond his past experiences. Sachin also was diagnosed with PTSD as a result of serving as a First Responder and as a result is on the journey of healing.
2022-06-151h 03Ten Thirty Three23: Sachin Latti: A story of PTSD from a First Responder "Part One"In this episode I connect with Law Enforcement Officer Sachin Latti. Sachin is still currently serving; however, has placed his mental health recovery in a position of great importance.
Join me as Sachin reflects on his upbringing and how he now has recognized how it contributed to a reoccurring theme or set of unhealthy behavioural patterns. Sachin now is facing growth and challenging himself to become a man beyond his past experiences. Sachin also was diagnosed with PTSD as a result of serving as a First Responder and as a result is on the journey of healing.
2022-06-131h 10Ten Thirty Three22: Treena Tulk: A story of PTSD from a First ResponderIn this episode I connect with retired Cst. Treena Tulk who served in the RCMP from 2007 to 2020.
Treena, who endured numerous traumatic calls, paints a picture of what she experienced leading up to her diagnosis of PTSD in 2011. Treena's story is particularly important as she recalls how she also experienced workplace trauma even as a bylaw officer prior to joining the RCMP.
Treenas' childhood dream later led her to the gates of PTSD, a common workplace injury amongst first responders, and she was forced to embark on her healing journey as her life continued to...
2022-06-061h 00Ten Thirty Three21: Laurie White: A story of PTSD from a First ResponderIn this episode I connect with a retired Sgt. Laurie White who served in the RCMP from 1996 - 2020.
Laurie, in 1998, while executing a Search Warrant in Kitimat, BC was shot in the leg. Laurie recalls the incredible pain and suffering that came from that moment. Laurie later had to come to terms with the loss of her leg as it could not be saved despite the best efforts of surgeons in Vancouver.
Laurie then unwilling to resign from active police work began to fight to keep her job as an active duty RCMP member. Laurie...
2022-05-301h 27Ten Thirty Three20: Reflection of Season OneJoin me as I wrap up Season One! For those that have followed: you know how deep and personal my story has become. I am honoured to share what I have experienced, what I have learned and how I have grown. Struggles in life occur and should occur. We often times thrive in struggle if we allow ourselves to address it head on. Acceptance, among other aspects, is one thing I realized at the end of my journey that I needed in order to promote my own healing.
As I reflect on some of the inner child...
2022-05-2313 minTen Thirty Three19: Relapse, Retirement And Learning To Let GoJoin me as I reflect on leaving rehab. Rehab allowed such a shift in my recovery to happen. For me to learn so much about myself and to finally recover from years of trauma. Going home I was fearful, concerned and hopeful to bring these new teachings home with myself. I knew that the hard work would begin at home. I needed to challenge myself in many ways to maintain recovery. I reflect on what these challenges looked like. I discuss my fear and excitement with returning home.
I also reflect on when the pandemic struck and...
2022-05-1631 minTen Thirty Three18: First Responders and Rehab (Part 2)Join me as I reflect on my continued journey into rehab. I reflect on how I was challenged to begin to meditate, participate in group therapy and share my emotions. I also learned how to assess myself in detail to see what exactly I was experiencing throughout the day. I was learning to acknowledge the depression, anxiety or pain that came from my past trauma's. I also learned in depth about the symptoms behind PTSD and how they directly related to the way I was previously living my life.
Truly connecting with myself was something I needed...
2022-05-0928 minTen Thirty Three17: First Responders and Rehab (Part 1)Join me as I reflect on when I went to a rehabilitation centre in Nanaimo, British Columbia. Police Officers go to rehabilitation centres, first responders go to rehabilitation centres. You would be surprised how many first responders end up going to a rehabilitation centre. There are programs designed specifically for first responders and the trauma they have endured as a result of occupational stress injuries or Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
Two programs usually are offered to a first responder: A trauma based program (absent of addiction issues) and a trauma based program with addiction issues. I was...
2022-05-0234 min
Rock the Bottom©Nathan Kapler, former RCMP talks PTSD and how feeling his feelings transformed him for GOOD.Nathan pursued the dream of becoming a Royal Canadian Mounted Police Member at the age of 21. The realities of the career began what Nathan called " a slow death of a thousand cuts". Within the span of his career, Nathan grappled with PTSD and addiction.
The rigors of the job, along with hypermasculinity within the culture of policing made asking for help when he needed it most both challenging and shaming. He balanced medication, therapy, treatment, the uprooting of childhood trauma and his career until something had to give.
Listen as Nathan takes us through his journey of struggling and juggling...
2022-04-2848 minTen Thirty Three16: Suicide in First RespondersJoin me as my journey continues into PTSD and the relationship between it and suicide. First responders are at a heightened risk for suicide. Many times when we think of suicide we believe that it is or was a selfish act and can be very misunderstood as to why someone would consider taking their own life.
Our first responders can be exposed to significant amounts of trauma. So much so that the pain and suffering left behind long after the call continues to remain with the body and the mind. First responders may develop unhealthy coping skills...
2022-04-2521 minTen Thirty Three15: PTSD and Addiction (Part 2)Join me as my journey continues into the chapter when I reflect more in depth about my return to work following paternity leave. I speak specifically about some of the challenges I faced upon my return to work that left me feeling unsupported and most likely contributed to the return of my panic attacks. Further organization challenges push my panic attacks to grow. I do not blame the RCMP for this. I largely accept that due to all of my past experiences my body was simply overwhelmed by the slightest situation or challenge now. This is what PTSD can...
2022-04-1828 minTen Thirty Three14: PTSD and Addiction (Part 1)Join me as my journey continues into when I noticed an improvement in my mental and physical health while off on paternity leave. At the same time I was medically supported to use medical cannabis to treat my PTSD, depression and anxiety(amongst the other symptoms I faced). Despite this time away from work and decreased stress, which evidently did help, upon return to work my anxiety and panic attacks returned quickly.
Despite being filled with hope, positivity and optimism upon my return these healthy feelings were replaced with debilitating panic attacks that seemed to be growing...
2022-04-1126 minTen Thirty Three13: The cost of Harassment and Bullying in the RCMPJoin me as I recall when I decided I no longer could remain silent about having had experienced harassment and bullying within the RCMP. This was an incredibly difficult time in my life; however, was recognized as a moment that I possessed the strength to deal with such a complex situation. The unfortunate part of this was that I quickly learned that the complaint process for harassment is largely, what I perceive to be, ineffective and slow moving.
Having had a personal experience into where the weaknesses exist within a Police organization on how they handle harassment...
2022-04-0422 minTen Thirty Three12: Harassment and Bullying within the RCMP (Part 2)Join me as I continue to reflect on the later stages of my experience with harassment within the RCMP. My supervisors' Mental Health worsened as active addiction (Alcoholism) continued to occur behind the scenes while at home. Trauma impacts our officers Mental Health in incredibly profound ways and at times our members suffer so severely they can become ineffective as they suffer in silence. This also can impact leaders within the organization.
I recognized many of the warning signs along the way; however, continued to hold hope that things would improve without having to take corrective action...
2022-03-2816 minTen Thirty Three11: Harassment and Bullying within the RCMP (Part 1)Join me as I reflect on when I encountered a bully within the ranks of the RCMP. I approach this topic with sensitivity and compassion as it deserves just that. This is not an episode where the focus is placed on the culprits reputation and is definitely not rooted in slander. What this is in fact is an opportunity to approach harassment and bullying with an understanding as to why it occurs. What can be done to identify it and prevent it from escalating to a point where the impacts are harmful to those that experience these types of...
2022-03-2123 minTen Thirty Three10: A spike belt and a man with one leg!Join me as I reflect on a call I had once with my partner who to this day I have immense respect and care for.
We were called to stop a vehicle that was used in a crime spree in Squamish B.C. and had fled from local Police. My partner and I attended to this call with a spike belt and ultimately were successful in stopping the vehicle; however, what happened next still shocks me. When we attempted to arrest the occupants of the vehicle and I ended up getting in a foot chase! The foot...
2022-03-1421 minTen Thirty Three9: What is compassion fatigue?Join me as I continue to discuss and conclude dissociation from last weeks episode. We recap on why it happens to us and that it is a perfectly normal bodily sensation when faced with a shocking or traumatic event.
Following that I recall an event which I found to be incredibly difficult. It involved the loss of an animals life, but yet also the depth of the emotional ability of a horse.
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In this episode we do discuss a harmful event to an animal. So please ensure you take care of...
2022-03-0721 minTen Thirty Three8: How My Son Helped Me HealI reflect on last weeks episode where I was swarmed as a Police Officer and the long lasting impact it had on myself. Following that event I feared being in large crowds on days off and started socially isolating. My anxiety would later become a monumental road block for myself and my social life as I believed that social isolation was a healthy coping tool to keep me safe. My inner circle and friendships were impact by my inability to feel safe at social functions and thus I simply stopped being social. It took years of therapy to find...
2022-02-2825 minTen Thirty Three7: Being Swarmed as a Police OfficerJoin me as I recall when I learned that as Police Officer we are often thrust into incredibly difficult situations. I learned early on that in order to manage my own emotions I needed to shut them down first and rely on my training to ensure the most positive outcome. Repeated cycles of this coping style are beneficial in the Policing environment but often times lead to much unresolved trauma.
I acknowledge that this is how I began handling much of my experienced trauma and unfortunately suppressed many of the events over the course of my career...
2022-02-2126 minTen Thirty Three6: My First Traumatic CallJoin me as I discuss and explain where trauma sits in the body and why!
I first learned that trauma is not located in the mind, but rather the body from my journey into rehab. I explain in detail a common misconception that people believe trauma is stored in the mind. In our journey into our own trauma it is important to understand our body and how it holds onto past traumatic events and how we can help it process unresolved emotions.
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In addition I speak about my first serious call i...
2022-02-1428 minTen Thirty Three5: Whistler, B.C. - My first shift as a Police OfficerJoin me as I continue on my journey. I was first posted to Whistler, British Columbia after Depot (Police training) in 2007.
In this episode I recall my first moments in Whistler. I was surrounded by profound beauty, picturesque mountains and a resort community which was beyond beautiful. Here is where I learned how to become a Police Officer, but prior to that I had to navigate the pain of loss as I recognized my support structure was no longer present in my life. Away from home and realizing the relationships I had previously nurtured were fading. I...
2022-02-0719 min
What’s Your EmergencyPTSD, A Canadian Mountie, and a PodcastWe know what you're thinking while looking at the title of this episode of the world's first, best any only Fire, EMS, Police podcast: Someone has been reading your Christmas list. Did we really get an actual Dudley Doright on the show? We did. Because we know what our audience is looking for and deliver 100% of the time. And no, we're not referring to the Brandon Fraser live action remake. Who would be? This week on the show we have a new Podcaster and former LEO from America's Hat, Canada, to talk about a very serious subject...
2022-02-0249 minTen Thirty Three4: RCMP Training Academy - DepotIn this episode we continue in my journey as I enter Depot. I leave behind one civilian life for another. The world of Policing is a world unto its own. Depot has been training civilians since 1885 and preparing men and women for the unique challenges that Policing brings. Our Police officers have duties that range from Municipal, Provincial and Federal duties. We also serve internationally in United Peace Keeping missions. Every RCMP Officer begins their journey here, just like myself.
Join me as I describe my journey through training. Twenty Six weeks of training alongside nearly thirty...
2022-01-3127 minTen Thirty Three3: My Journey - Part 1In this episode I share what my life looked like prior to being a Mountie. I speak to specific steps that I took to ensure I pushed myself closer to obtaining my goal which was to become a RCMP Officer. I was fortunate to get in at a very young age (21 years of age). I describe some of the sacrifices I had to make in order to achieve my dream. Some of the personal goals I had to set with my physical ability and the education that I sought in order to increase my chances of being successful.
2022-01-2418 minTen Thirty Three2: The Power of StoryIn this episode we are going to discuss the power of story. Through my own journey with PTSD as a Police Officer I stopped sharing and believing in my own story. I began suffering in silence unable to express, process or share the impacts that first responder trauma had on myself. As time went on and my PTSD grew I eventually faced addiction.
It was in rehab where I learned that the only way to truly overcome addiction was to be able to share openly your pain, your struggles which had lead to a place of addiction...
2022-01-1720 minTen Thirty Three1: Welcome to Ten Thirty Three!Hi, I am your host Nathan KAPLER. I have fourteen years of policing experience with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. I am now retired but over my Policing career I developed Post Traumatic Stress Disorder as a result of my service to my community. My experiences with trauma are well understood now; however, I see a need for sharing my story to help others that may be struggling.
Please join me on this journey as we embrace vulnerability and speak about trauma. I am truly excited to continue the conversation about Mental Health in a podcast form...
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DJ Bolt's PodcastFist PumpGet a few arm exercises in with some fist pumping action.
Track Listing:
001 - I Loved You (Club Mix) - Blonde
002 - Zero (Crazibiza Extended Mix) - Nikkole
003 - What Have You Done For Me Lately 2014 (DJ Kitty Glitter What Is House Bootleg Mix) - Janet Jackson Vs. Viktorias Sekret
004 - First Love (Edson Pride Remix) - Jennifer Lopez
005 - Right Now (Ralphi Rosario Tough Mix) - Rihanna feat. David Guetta
006 - Lovely Day 2012 (Nathan C Re-Edit) - Tim Cullen & Brett Gould
007 - Turn It Up (Gustavo Scorpio Club Mix) - Kwanza Jones
008 - Rock The Disco (Original Mix...
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