Brandon Smallidge shares how his job as a firefighter led to PTSD, addiction, and the fight to rebuild his life.
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Timestamps:
00:00:00 Growing Up in Connecticut: Childhood Reflections and Family Dynamics
00:12:03 Emotional Impact of Adoption and Family Dynamics
00:15:36 Adjusting to a New Family Dynamic
00:23:51 Childhood Dreams of Becoming a Firefighter
00:31:49 Firefighter Training: Beyond the Basics
00:39:14 Firefighting Challenges and Risks
00:47:03 Contractor Bid Rigging Scandals
00:54:52 Dangerous Encounters in Repossession
01:05:00 Struggling with Mental Health: A Personal Story
01:10:18 The Impact of Hearing the Death Rattle
01:18:06 The Cycle of Trauma and Addiction in Firefighters
01:26:42 Emergency Room Delays: The Struggle for Timely Help
01:34:50 Surgery and Recovery
01:42:20 Struggles with Pain Medication Abuse
01:51:57 Discovering Pregnancy After Car Accident
01:58:37 Realization and Responsibility: Becoming a Parent
02:06:48 Sharing Stories for Inspiration and Hope
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