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Jan. 29, 2025

The Other "F" Words: A Deeper Dive into Stress Responses

Ever heard of the fight-or-flight response? Of course you have. But what about the other F words—freeze, fawn, and faint? No, we’re not kidding. In this episode of After the Tones Drop , Erin and Cinnamon take a hilarious yet...

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Jan. 15, 2025

Sharing the Load: When Giving Your All Means Less Than Half

This episode, we're unpacking a concept that's been a game changer for us and many others: the idea that relationships don't need to be 50/50 all the time but should rather aim for 100% collectively, however that splits. Insp...

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Oct. 30, 2024

Bracing for Impact: The Strange Case of Foreboding Joy

In this episode, Cinnamon takes us through a concept that’s as frustrating as it is relatable: foreboding joy . Ever had a moment of real happiness, only to be hit with a gut-punch of worry about when it’s all going to come c...

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Oct. 23, 2024

Myths That Won’t Die – Two Years Later and Still Busting Therapy Myths

Welcome back to another episode of After the Tones Drop! Today, we’re revisiting and re-releasing our second ever episode because, unfortunately, even after two years, the myths surrounding therapy are still holding on strong...

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Sept. 25, 2024

Snooze or Lose: The Dangers of Poor Sleep & Learning Simple Solutions…

In this solo episode of After the Tones Drop , Cinnamon takes the mic to talk about a topic that might seem simple on the surface but is a huge issue for first responders—sleep. We all know sleep is important, but as Cinnamon...

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July 31, 2024

High Velocity Healing: How Accelerated Resolution Therapy puts the Pe…

Welcome to the fast lane of trauma recovery, where we're not just talking about any old therapy—we're spotlighting Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), and believe me, it's as revolutionary as it sounds. Picture a therapy th...

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July 17, 2024

Healing in the Wild: With Rocco Besednjak

This episode is for anyone who’s faced the darkness and found the courage to seek the light. It’s for the warriors, the wounded, and anyone who believes in the power of second chances. Today’s guest is the ultimate comeback k...

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July 3, 2024

Clash of Expectations: Understanding Emotional Reactions and Biologic…

Ever been in a situation where you expected someone to react a certain way, and when they didn’t, you found yourself ready to go into fight mode? Yeah, that’s biological rudeness for you. It’s your autonomic nervous system fl...

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June 12, 2024

Life's Brutiful Moments: A Girls Nuggets of Wisdom for a Better Life

In this special solo episode, Cinnamon takes over the podcast, bringing energy and heartfelt insights. Reflecting on a whirlwind 2024 of travel and engagements, she shares the wisdom she's gathered. Cinnamon expresses initial...

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April 24, 2024

The Burnout Escape: With AK Dozanti

Okay, folks, strap in. We've got AK Dozanti on the show, a former Deputy Sheriff turned First Responder Coach & Specialist. AK's been through the ringer—burnout, depression, PTSD, adrenal fatigue—you name it. Now she's on a m...

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March 20, 2024

Emotional Forensics: Behind the Scenes of a Meltdown

Dive into our latest episode where we get into the nuts and bolts of Behavior Chain Analysis. Think of it as the ultimate detective work for figuring out how a simple event can send us spiraling into a whirlwind of emotions w...

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March 13, 2024

Punchlines in Dark Times: Using Gallows Humor as a Coping Mechanism

In our latest episode of Erin and Cinnamon kick things off with a real-life snippet of gallows humor so perfectly timed, it could only come from a place of deep understanding and shared experience. But don't worry, the detail...

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Feb. 21, 2024

Emergency Attachments: The Impacts of Attachment Styles on First Resp…

This week, we're diving back into the deep end with Part Two of our attachment styles saga. If you missed the last episode, hit pause, scoot back, and catch up. We're zoning in on our first responder and how those deep-rooted...

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Feb. 14, 2024

Decoding Attachment: A Journey Through Attachment Styles

Get ready for this episode where we're diving deep into a topic that's been high on your request list: attachment styles. Following our chats on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and boundaries, we're thrilled to tackle ho...

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Jan. 31, 2024

Setting The Line: The Crucial Role of Boundaries in Emotional Well Be…

Get ready for a real talk in this episode as hosts Cinnamon and Erin dive into the world of boundaries—a topic that you all can't seem to get enough of! From figuring out what the heck our boundaries are to actually telling p...

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Jan. 24, 2024

Code Solidarity: Navigating Challenges Through Peer Support

This episode offers an insightful exploration of the dynamic world of peer support. The hosts shed light on the distinction between peers in a workplace setting and the unique role of peer support—individuals who have weather...

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Dec. 20, 2023

Strings Attached: Investigating the Web and Illusion of Control

In an unprecedented move, the hosts break new ground by incorporating recorded phone conversations with four different individuals. These raw and unfiltered discussions revolve around the central theme: "Do we have control of...

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Nov. 15, 2023

You're Fine, Huh? When our Brain and Body Aren't on the Same Page

We're often in this zone of anxiety, thinking it's just the norm. But guess what? It's possible that we're actually super hypersensitive and on high alert most of the time and aren't even aware of how it's affecting us. Cinna...

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Sept. 20, 2023

The Final Puzzle Piece: Duration, Functional Impairment & Chemical Hi…

Today, we embark on a journey to wrap up the vital criteria we've explored over the past five months. As we delve into the world of PTSD, we revisit Episode 3, where we confronted the stark reality of Direct Exposure to traum...

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Sept. 13, 2023

Thriving in the Wild: With Zach Ferenbaugh

In the realm of outdoor adventures and hunting, the image that often comes to mind is rugged, macho, and testosterone-driven. But what happens when someone not only challenges these stereotypes but thrives in a world where ma...

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Aug. 23, 2023

Hyperarousal & Reactivity: Navigating Irritability, Risky Behaviors, …

So, let's dive in, again, to this whole PTSD thing, specifically Criterion E. It may feel like you're on the rollercoaster in your mind, and suddenly, boom! You're hit with a wild loop-de-loop of symptoms. Your mind is like ...

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Aug. 16, 2023

Balanced Decisions: A Tool to Help Make Informed and Thought Out Deci…

Imagine you're in a high-pressure situation, making split-second decisions. Wouldn't it be nice to hone a tool that encourages you to recognize any negative thoughts that might be clouding your judgment? These could be though...

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July 26, 2023

Simple Ways to Get Present: Tips and Tricks to get Grounded and Slow …

On this episode of ATTD your host, Erin, delivers various tools and emphasizes the importance of practicing being present. We all know that first responders have incredibly demanding jobs. You face high-stress situations day ...

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July 19, 2023

Internal Storms: Navigating Negative Alterations of Mood and Mind

Negative alterations in your mind and mood are par for the course when you're a human begin. A lot of us know that these experiences will pass as quickly as they came. Unless these alterations are a direct result of experienc...

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