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ACEs, Trauma, and Mind-Body Medicine: Essential Skills for Public Safety Healing
Brent Anderson is a seasoned consultant and transformation specialist. The conversation centered on the far-reaching impacts of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and resulting trauma, and how practical mind-body medicine practices can help heal individuals and communities.
CMPS Staff
22 hours ago3 min read


Spotlight Speaker: Jimmy Chapman on CIT Mindfulness Training
Spotlight Speaker: Jimmy Chapman, Executive Director of the Virginia CIT Coalition, joins the Mindful Public Safety Hour to discuss how mindfulness can enhance Crisis Intervention Training (CIT). Chapman draws on nearly three decades of law enforcement experience to offer practical insights on the power of attention, self-regulation, and presence in effective crisis response.
CMPS Staff
Nov 122 min read


Mindful Leadership: Preventing Burnout and Transforming Culture in Public Safety
Discover how mindfulness-based leadership is reshaping public safety culture—reducing burnout and restoring strength through calm, connected presence.
CMPS Staff
Oct 312 min read


Behind the Bars & Beyond: Readiness Strategies for a Long, Healthy Career in Corrections
This isn’t about limping to retirement—it’s about being ready today and sustainable for the long haul. The strategies below are built for the realities of corrections: rotating posts, unpredictable incidents, and the emotional load of working where people live in crisis.
CMPS Staff
Oct 283 min read


Presenter Spotlight: Troy Torrence, M.S.
From tactical training to mindful breathing, Troy Torrence has spent more than two decades helping public safety professionals stay strong, centered, and resilient.
CMPS Staff
Oct 172 min read


Emotional Intelligence at Work: Developing Self-Awareness and Self-Management
Discover how emotional intelligence and mindfulness practices empower corrections and law enforcement professionals to manage stress, improve performance, and enhance emotional wellness at work.
CMPS Faculty
Oct 153 min read


From “Us vs. Them” to “We”: Mindfulness as a Bridge in Public Safety
Discover how mindfulness helps public safety professionals move beyond the “us vs. them” mindset, fostering empathy, balance, and human...
CMPS Faculty
Oct 104 min read


Climbing Down the Ladder: Mindful Decision-Making for Public Safety Professionals
MBWR is an evidence-based training for public safety professionals that builds practical resilience, communication, and stress management skills to reduce burnout and improve well-being.
CMPS Staff
Oct 85 min read


Reframing Negativity Without Denial: A Tool for Public Safety Professionals
Learn science-backed strategies to reframe negativity in public safety work. Explore how mindfulness and cognitive reappraisal help professionals manage stress, build resilience, and respond constructively to challenges.
CMPS Staff
Oct 13 min read


Cultivating Self-Management: Mastering the Art of Emotional and Physiological Balance
Discover practical self-management techniques to master emotional and physiological balance. Learn mindful strategies like straw breathing, avoid the drama triangle, and cultivate resilience for more clarity, calm, and empowerment every day.
CMPS Faculty
Sep 293 min read


Why Most Resolutions Fail for Public Safety Professionals
Explore why most resolutions fail—especially for public safety professionals—and discover how the Tiny Habits method, backed by research, can help create lasting, positive change. This article offers practical, evidence-based strategies specifically designed for police, firefighters, EMTs, and corrections staff to cultivate resilience and manage stress through small, sustainable habits.
CMPS Staff
Sep 243 min read


Suicide Prevention Beyond the Badge: Creating Organizational Cultures of Care
Discover effective strategies for creating organizational cultures of care in law enforcement. Learn how proactive leadership, accessible mental health resources, and mindfulness practices can reduce officer suicide and promote long-term wellness.
CMPS Staff
Sep 227 min read


Suicide Awareness Month: Supporting Those Who Serve in Public Safety
Suicide Awareness Month: How mindfulness supports resilience & suicide prevention for public safety professionals.
CMPS Staff
Sep 184 min read


Presenter Highlight: Megan Amaturo Joins the Mindful Public Safety Hour for Suicide Prevention Month
Join us this Wednesday for the Mindful Public Safety Hour with Megan Amaturo, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg Fellow and Cummings Institute program manager, as we honor Suicide Prevention Month with a conversation on behavioral health, trauma-informed care, and resilience in public safety
CMPS Staff
Sep 152 min read


Mindfulness and Stress Management Synergy
In today’s fast-paced environment, stress has become a common companion for many. Finding effective ways to manage stress is essential for maintaining both mental and physical health.
CMPS Staff
Aug 113 min read


Master Mindfulness Training for a Balanced Life
In today’s fast-paced world, finding balance can feel like an uphill battle. Stress, distractions, and constant demands pull us in many directions.
CMPS Staff
Jul 314 min read


Police Stress Management Through Mindfulness: From Resistance to Acceptance in Law Enforcement Culture
Discover effective police stress management strategies using mindfulness training. Learn how law enforcement agencies are overcoming cultural barriers to implement wellness programs that reduce officer stress, improve mental health, and enhance job performance.
CMPS Staff
Jun 268 min read


Preventing Burnout: Practical Readiness Strategies for Long-Term Public Safety Careers
Combat burnout in public safety careers with practical readiness strategies. Learn effective stress management techniques for long-term well-being and sustained performance.
CMPS Staff
Jun 42 min read


Shift Readiness Skills Series: Conflict Resolution & Building Respect (Part 4)
Discover practical tools for conflict resolution and respectful communication in public safety. Learn how to build trust, boost team cohesion, and strengthen morale on shift.
CMPS Staff
May 113 min read


Shift Readiness Skills: Emotional Ownership & Empowered Communication (Part 3)
Effective communication in public safety starts with emotional ownership and mindset. Learn how using “I” statements and the Empowerment Triangle can reduce conflict, build trust, and enhance team performance under pressure.
Good communication is pivotal for effective teams. It begins with owning your own emotions and opinions
learning410
May 53 min read
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