Breach Your Mind
Explore life's depths and unlock the secrets of mental well-being on "Breach Your Mind." Join us as we navigate the intricacies of the human experience, offering insights, inspiration, and practical strategies for a fulfilling life. Get ready to breach the barriers of conventional thinking, embrace self-discovery, and nurture your mental health. Let's embark on a transformative journey together. Welcome to Breach Your Mind.
- Update frequency
- every 14 days
- Average duration
- 39 minutes
- Episodes
- 46
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Wearing The Uniform, Losing The Mission
You didn’t start this job to hate the people you serve, but resentment doesn’t announce itself; it builds quietly. In this episode, we take a hard look at how public service can twist …
I’ll Never Be the Same, And That’s Okay
After nearly two decades in public safety, I’m not the man I used to be—and neither are most of us. In this episode, I talk about the unseen impact this work leaves on us, what it’s do…
The 2025 National Safety Conference
In this episode, I share the raw, unscripted experience of stepping into unknown territory—my first time as a vendor at the 2025 Peer Support Conference in Kansas City. What started wit…
Finding Purpose: The Path You’re Meant for Doesn’t Shout—It Whispers
Originally aired in 2021. This republished episode still hits home.
In this raw and personal episode of Breach Your Mind, Bryan and Chris revisit the timeless question: What’s my purpose…
The Day I Begged a Baby to Breathe
The first time I ever did CPR, it wasn’t in training—it was on an 8-month-old baby who had stopped breathing. I wasn’t ready.
What followed was trauma, a criminal investigation, and a co…
The Silent Struggle: A Journey Through Death and Healing
In this raw and revealing conversation, we meet Jennifer—a seasoned death investigator who spent 20 years grappling with some of life’s darkest moments. Day after day, she witnessed tra…
Hype or Hope?
In this episode titled "Hype or Hope," we delve into President Donald Trump's recent inaugural address, delivered on January 20, 2025. Trump proclaimed the onset of a "golden age" for …
Overcoming the Odds: Jared Reston's Story of Survival and Resilience
Can you imagine facing a life-threatening situation and emerging not only alive but more determined than ever? This gripping episode of our Resilience Series on the Breach Your Mind pod…
Breaking the Silence on Domestic Violence: A Public Safety Perspective
In this powerful episode, we dive into one of the most critical issues affecting our society today—domestic violence. With 18 years of experience in public safety, Bryan Shearouse share…
Confronting Chaos: Stress Management for Supervisors in Critical Incidents
What happens when your gut instinct compels you to rush to a dangerous scene without a formal summon? Join us as we recount a gripping personal experience where I faced the unimaginable…
From Morning Coffee to Car Repairs Part 2
Ever felt the sting of self-doubt while pursuing personal growth? Join me as I confront my own insecurities in real-time, choosing to publish rather than delete a vulnerable video of my…
From Morning Coffee to Car Repairs
Ever felt the sting of self-doubt while pursuing personal growth? Join me as I confront my own insecurities in real-time, choosing to publish rather than delete a vulnerable video of my…
Turning Struggles into Triumphs
Ever wondered how a simple walk around the lake can turn a rough day into a refreshing experience? Join me as I share a personal story of battling through a relentless headache by stayi…
Humor and Insight Along the Water's Edge
Ever set out for a simple morning walk only to find yourself deep in reflection about the curiosities of life? That's exactly what unfolded during my serene stroll around a southeast Ge…
Adapting Leadership Style Pt. 2
Want to supercharge your leadership skills and foster a more productive and happier team environment? This episode promises to equip you with strategies to adapt your leadership style t…
Adapting Leadership Style Pt. 1
Are you a leader who's confident in their style, or do you often question if your approach is the most effective? Stepping into this nuanced dialogue, we question the merits and detrime…
The Power of Now and Making Wine
Where do you see yourself right now in life? And is it where you expected it to be? This week, we dive deep into life's reflections, spurred by a candid conversation with a co-worker. W…
Sparks of Inspiration: Embracing Hobbies for Mind and Soul
Delve into the world of hobbies in this episode, where I revisit the joy of being a DIYer and explore the art of welding after two decades. Discover how hobbies can clear the mind, offe…
Behind the Yellow Tape: A Dark Memory Revisited
Join me in this gripping episode as I delve into a haunting case from my early days as a rookie—a double homicide that tested my resilience. At the crime scene, I appeared unfazed, but …