Unwritten Chapters – Life After Trauma

Things are really polarized right now, but what do we do when those close to us begin to spill their negativity onto us in a way that becomes detrimental to our own functionality? I discuss this and more on this episode of, A Medic's Mind.To stay up to date with all things, A Medic’s Mind, be sure to like and subscribe to this video so that you never miss a thing (including giveaways)!If you are in need of a voice for your YouTube channel, or any other content that you may be creating, head over to: www.mattdoesvoiceover.ca and have a look at my voiceover work. Maybe I can be the voice that connects you with the world.Thank you for the support. Enjoy the podcast!Leave me a message: https://anchor.fm/amedicsmindTWITTER: https://twitter.com/AMedicsMindYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3QfkY48knHeUBgHpbyjTBgINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/amedicsmind/FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/amedicsmindMerch: https://a-medics-mind-official-store.creator-spring.com/EMAIL: AMEDICSMIND@OUTLOOK.COMThe new book! https://www.poetschoice.in/free-spirit.phpAudiobook: https://www.amazon.ca/A-Medics-Mind/dp/B09458ZV29/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=a+medic%27s+mind&qid=1620420654&sr=8-1Buy my book here: https://www.amazon.ca/Medics-Mind-Mr-Matthew-Heneghan/dp/B08TZ7DKHZ/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=A+Medic%27s+Mind&qid=1611877929&sr=8-1

Things have gotten rather serious as of late, and with that seriousness there comes about a renewed sense of polarization that persists in the online realm. So, I decided that instead of getting bogged down by it all, I would transform that energy into something more beneficial and productive -- I decided that I am going to do a check in with all of you! On this episode, I read for you a story that I wrote and produced that feels relevant to the times that we currently find ourselves living in.It's important to check in on those we care about, just as it is to do with ourselves as well. I hope you can relate to some of what's written here today.Wishing you all the very best, A Medic's Mind.#Ukraine #Russia #MentalHealth #War #2022

Well, things are a little spicy at the moment, aren't they? On this episode I break down some thoughts, views and opinions I have on divisive rhetoric and double standards toward people. It's completely possible for two things to exist at the same time while being true; we seem to have lost that school of thought.To stay up to date with all things, A Medic’s Mind, be sure to like and subscribe to this video so that you never miss a thing (including giveaways)!If you are in need of a voice for your YouTube channel, or any other content that you may be creating, head over to: www.mattdoesvoiceover.ca and have a look at my voiceover work. Maybe I can be the voice that connects you with the world.Thank you for the support. Enjoy the podcast!Leave me a message: https://anchor.fm/amedicsmindTWITTER: https://twitter.com/AMedicsMindYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3QfkY48knHeUBgHpbyjTBgINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/amedicsmind/FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/amedicsmindMerch: https://a-medics-mind-official-store.creator-spring.com/EMAIL: AMEDICSMIND@OUTLOOK.COMThe new book! https://www.poetschoice.in/free-spirit.phpAudiobook: https://www.amazon.ca/A-Medics-Mind/dp/B09458ZV29/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=a+medic%27s+mind&qid=1620420654&sr=8-1Buy my book here: https://www.amazon.ca/Medics-Mind-Mr-Matthew-Heneghan/dp/B08TZ7DKHZ/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=A+Medic%27s+Mind&qid=1611877929&sr=8-1

CBC interview with Matthew Heneghan (former Canadian Armed Forces medic now author), and Phil Hunter (former Canadian Armed Forces medic now paramedic).  Natasha Fatah hosts two former medics who have never met, yet hold an intimate bond bound by the threading of an old Edmonton Oilers t-shirt.YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Br-ASzY0iY&t=1sTo stay up to date with all things, A Medic’s Mind, be sure to like and subscribe to this video so that you never miss a thing (including giveaways)!If you are in need of a voice for your YouTube channel, or any other content that you may be creating, head over to: www.mattdoesvoiceover.ca and have a look at my voiceover work. Maybe I can be the voice that connects you with the world.Thank you for the support. Enjoy the podcast!Leave me a message: https://anchor.fm/amedicsmindTWITTER: https://twitter.com/AMedicsMindYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3QfkY48knHeUBgHpbyjTBgINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/amedicsmind/FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/amedicsmindMerch: https://a-medics-mind-official-store.creator-spring.com/EMAIL: AMEDICSMIND@OUTLOOK.COMThe new book! https://www.poetschoice.in/free-spirit.phpAudiobook: https://www.amazon.ca/A-Medics-Mind/dp/B09458ZV29/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=a+medic%27s+mind&qid=1620420654&sr=8-1Buy my book here: https://www.amazon.ca/Medics-Mind-Mr-Matthew-Heneghan/dp/B08TZ7DKHZ/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=A+Medic%27s+Mind&qid=1611877929&sr=8-1

This last Christmas while perusing the vastness of interweb cat videos, I came across a list. It captivated my attention because the list claimed to pertain to coping with PTSD. But upon reading the list, which was a virtual "how to" for family members living with someone afflicted by PTSD, the more the list began to read as problematic to me. So, I decided that I was going to read this list with all of you and we could discuss it together.To stay up to date with all things, A Medic’s Mind, be sure to like and subscribe to this video so that you never miss a thing (including giveaways)!If you are in need of a voice for your YouTube channel, or any other content that you may be creating, head over to: www.mattdoesvoiceover.ca and have a look at my voiceover work. Maybe I can be the voice that connects you with the world.Thank you for the support. Enjoy the podcast!Leave me a message: https://anchor.fm/amedicsmindTWITTER: https://twitter.com/AMedicsMindYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3QfkY48knHeUBgHpbyjTBgINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/amedicsmind/FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/amedicsmindMerch: https://a-medics-mind-official-store.creator-spring.com/EMAIL: AMEDICSMIND@OUTLOOK.COMThe new book! https://www.poetschoice.in/free-spirit.phpAudiobook: https://www.amazon.ca/A-Medics-Mind/dp/B09458ZV29/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=a+medic%27s+mind&qid=1620420654&sr=8-1Buy my book here: https://www.amazon.ca/Medics-Mind-Mr-Matthew-Heneghan/dp/B08TZ7DKHZ/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=A+Medic%27s+Mind&qid=1611877929&sr=8-1

Written with homage to, Frank Capra's, It's a Wonderful Life, this story takes personal experience and retrofits it to fiction. This is the, A Medic's Mind Christmas Special!Merry Christmas, everyone.#itsawonderfullife #christmas2021 #holidayseason #christmasspecialTo stay up to date with all things, A Medic’s Mind, be sure to like and subscribe to this video so that you never miss a thing (including giveaways)!If you are in need of a voice for your YouTube channel, or any other content that you may be creating, head over to: www.mattdoesvoiceover.ca and have a look at my voiceover work. Maybe I can be the voice that connects you with the world.Thank you for the support. Enjoy the podcast!Leave me a message: https://anchor.fm/amedicsmindTWITTER: https://twitter.com/AMedicsMindYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3QfkY48knHeUBgHpbyjTBgINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/amedicsmind/FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/amedicsmindMerch: https://a-medics-mind-official-store.creator-spring.com/EMAIL: AMEDICSMIND@OUTLOOK.COMAudiobook: https://www.amazon.ca/A-Medics-Mind/dp/B09458ZV29/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=a+medic%27s+mind&qid=1620420654&sr=8-1Buy my book here: https://www.amazon.ca/Medics-Mind-Mr-Matthew-Heneghan/dp/B08TZ7DKHZ/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=A+Medic%27s+Mind&qid=1611877929&sr=8-1

Seasonal depression; what is it? How do you get it? More importantly, how do you get rid of it? I give you some of my insights and what I am doing for myself through this busy holiday season. Join me, see if you can relate.To stay up to date with all things, A Medic’s Mind, be sure to like and subscribe to this video so that you never miss a thing (including giveaways)!If you are in need of a voice for your YouTube channel, or any other content that you may be creating, head over to: www.mattdoesvoiceover.ca and have a look at my voiceover work. Maybe I can be the voice that connects you with the world.Thank you for the support. Enjoy the podcast!Leave me a message: https://anchor.fm/amedicsmindTWITTER: https://twitter.com/AMedicsMindYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3QfkY48knHeUBgHpbyjTBgINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/amedicsmind/FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/amedicsmindMerch: https://a-medics-mind-official-store.creator-spring.com/EMAIL: AMEDICSMIND@OUTLOOK.COMAudiobook: https://www.amazon.ca/A-Medics-Mind/dp/B09458ZV29/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=a+medic%27s+mind&qid=1620420654&sr=8-1Buy my book here: https://www.amazon.ca/Medics-Mind-Mr-Matthew-Heneghan/dp/B08TZ7DKHZ/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=A+Medic%27s+Mind&qid=1611877929&sr=8-1#seasonaldepression #mentalhealth #LetsTalk #Christmas

By now everyone knows the name, Rittenhouse. Now, this episode is not about the trial, nor the actions that lead to it. No, this is about the egregious double standard that is plaguing our social space today, and likely has been for many years prior.#kyleRittenhouse #DoubleStandard #LeBronJames #MentalHealthTo stay up to date with all things, A Medic’s Mind, be sure to like and subscribe to this video so that you never miss a thing (including giveaways)!If you are in need of a voice for your YouTube channel, or any other content that you may be creating, head over to: www.mattdoesvoiceover.ca and have a look at my voiceover work. Maybe I can be the voice that connects you with the world.Thank you for the support. Enjoy the podcast!Leave me a message: https://anchor.fm/amedicsmindTWITTER: https://twitter.com/AMedicsMindYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3QfkY48knHeUBgHpbyjTBgINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/amedicsmind/FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/amedicsmindMerch: https://a-medics-mind-official-store.creator-spring.com/EMAIL: AMEDICSMIND@OUTLOOK.COMAudiobook: https://www.amazon.ca/A-Medics-Mind/dp/B09458ZV29/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=a+medic%27s+mind&qid=1620420654&sr=8-1Buy my book here: https://www.amazon.ca/Medics-Mind-Mr-Matthew-Heneghan/dp/B08TZ7DKHZ/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=A+Medic%27s+Mind&qid=1611877929&sr=8-1

Remembrance Day is once again upon us. For many veterans, myself included, this day is one rife with complexity and nuance. For me, over the years and in the course of therapy, I have found that the best way for me to navigate the day and lead up to it, is to truly feel, accept and acknowledge what it is that I am feeling. As attempting to thwart emotion is a fruitless endeavour. So, I write. Shocking, I know…This episode tells of three men whom I had the privilege of getting to know over my time in the army. Three men who are now only with us in mind and heart. Three men who made the ultimate sacrifice for you and I. For all of us.This is, Remembrance Day.#RemembranceDay2021 #Veteran #CanadianArmedForces #PoppyTo stay up to date with all things, A Medic’s Mind, be sure to like and subscribe to this video so that you never miss a thing (including giveaways)!If you are in need of a voice for your YouTube channel, or any other content that you may be creating, head over to: www.mattdoesvoiceover.ca and have a look at my voiceover work. Maybe I can be the voice that connects you with the world.Thank you for the support. Enjoy the podcast!Leave me a message: https://anchor.fm/amedicsmindTWITTER: https://twitter.com/AMedicsMindYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3QfkY48knHeUBgHpbyjTBgINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/amedicsmind/FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/amedicsmindMerch: https://a-medics-mind-official-store.creator-spring.com/EMAIL: AMEDICSMIND@OUTLOOK.COMAudiobook: https://www.amazon.ca/A-Medics-Mind/dp/B09458ZV29/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=a+medic%27s+mind&qid=1620420654&sr=8-1Buy my book here: https://www.amazon.ca/Medics-Mind-Mr-Matthew-Heneghan/dp/B08TZ7DKHZ/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=A+Medic%27s+Mind&qid=1611877929&sr=8-1

This past week has been a busy one; hence why there was no episode released last week. But, I am back and boy oh boy, do I have a story for you!Recovery can be a complicated thing. It can also be friggin hilarious!!! Check out why on this episode of, A Medic's Mind the Podcast!#recovery #mentalhealth #firstresponder #GetLoudOnMentalHealthTo stay up to date with all things, A Medic’s Mind, be sure to like and subscribe to this video so that you never miss a thing (including giveaways)!If you are in need of a voice for your YouTube channel, or any other content that you may be creating, head over to: www.mattdoesvoiceover.ca and have a look at my voiceover work. Maybe I can be the voice that connects you with the world.Thank you for the support. Enjoy the podcast!Leave me a message: https://anchor.fm/amedicsmindTWITTER: https://twitter.com/AMedicsMindYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3QfkY48knHeUBgHpbyjTBgINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/amedicsmind/FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/amedicsmindMerch: https://a-medics-mind-official-store.creator-spring.com/EMAIL: AMEDICSMIND@OUTLOOK.COMAudiobook: https://www.amazon.ca/A-Medics-Mind/dp/B09458ZV29/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=a+medic%27s+mind&qid=1620420654&sr=8-1Buy my book here: https://www.amazon.ca/Medics-Mind-Mr-Matthew-Heneghan/dp/B08TZ7DKHZ/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=A+Medic%27s+Mind&qid=1611877929&sr=8-1

Hey, all. Happy Thanksgiving!!! I know, I know — a little late. Let's just say it's been a bit of a conflicting few days for me...That being said, I firstly wanted to say — thank you — you all are always so kind and supportive of my videos and work.I wanted to take a moment and share with you my latest video narration about Thanksgiving and the swirl of emotions that come with it. When sitting down to write this, I became increasingly humbled by the waves of gratitude that befell me line by line...Here is, Remembering Gratitude.To stay up to date with all things, A Medic’s Mind, be sure to like and subscribe to this video so that you never miss a thing (including giveaways)!If you are in need of a voice for your YouTube channel, or any other content that you may be creating, head over to: www.mattdoesvoiceover.ca and have a look at my voiceover work. Maybe I can be the voice that connects you with the world.Thank you for the support. Enjoy the podcast!Leave me a message: https://anchor.fm/amedicsmindTWITTER: https://twitter.com/AMedicsMindYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3QfkY48knHeUBgHpbyjTBgINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/amedicsmind/FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/amedicsmindMerch: https://a-medics-mind-official-store.creator-spring.com/EMAIL: AMEDICSMIND@OUTLOOK.COMAudiobook: https://www.amazon.ca/A-Medics-Mind/dp/B09458ZV29/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=a+medic%27s+mind&qid=1620420654&sr=8-1Buy my book here: https://www.amazon.ca/Medics-Mind-Mr-Matthew-Heneghan/dp/B08TZ7DKHZ/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=A+Medic%27s+Mind&qid=1611877929&sr=8-1

Well, it was quite the weekend for me... I killed a mouse, and I stacked some wood. How is that relative to a podcast about mental health and recovery? Tune in and have a listen; it may just be more relevant than you think!To stay up to date with all things, A Medic’s Mind, be sure to like and subscribe to this video so that you never miss a thing (including giveaways)!If you are in need of a voice for your YouTube channel, or any other content that you may be creating, head over to: www.mattdoesvoiceover.ca and have a look at my voiceover work. Maybe I can be the voice that connects you with the world.Thank you for the support. Enjoy the podcast!Leave me a message: https://anchor.fm/amedicsmindTWITTER: https://twitter.com/AMedicsMindYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3QfkY48knHeUBgHpbyjTBgINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/amedicsmind/FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/amedicsmindMerch: https://a-medics-mind-official-store.creator-spring.com/EMAIL: AMEDICSMIND@OUTLOOK.COMAudiobook: https://www.amazon.ca/A-Medics-Mind/dp/B09458ZV29/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=a+medic%27s+mind&qid=1620420654&sr=8-1Buy my book here: https://www.amazon.ca/Medics-Mind-Mr-Matthew-Heneghan/dp/B08TZ7DKHZ/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=A+Medic%27s+Mind&qid=1611877929&sr=8-1

No matter your stance on vaccine mandates, restrictions or the virus, I think where we should be able to find common ground, is in comprehending that we are in control of our own actions. We get to decide how we are going to navigate our day to day. We may not be able to control the externals, but we are responsible for our interaction with them. And with that, we should be able to agree — DON'T BE AN A**HOLE!!!I share an anecdote with you as I recover from the 2nd dose of Moderna. (Spoiler: I feel like poo).To stay up to date with all things, A Medic’s Mind, be sure to like and subscribe to this video so that you never miss a thing (including giveaways)!If you are in need of a voice for your YouTube channel, or any other content that you may be creating, head over to: www.mattdoesvoiceover.ca and have a look at my voiceover work. Maybe I can be the voice that connects you with the world.Thank you for the support. Enjoy the podcast!Leave me a message: https://anchor.fm/amedicsmindTWITTER: https://twitter.com/AMedicsMindYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3QfkY48knHeUBgHpbyjTBgINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/amedicsmind/FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/amedicsmindMerch: https://a-medics-mind-official-store.creator-spring.com/EMAIL: AMEDICSMIND@OUTLOOK.COMAudiobook: https://www.amazon.ca/A-Medics-Mind/dp/B09458ZV29/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=a+medic%27s+mind&qid=1620420654&sr=8-1Buy my book here: https://www.amazon.ca/Medics-Mind-Mr-Matthew-Heneghan/dp/B08TZ7DKHZ/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=A+Medic%27s+Mind&qid=1611877929&sr=8-1

!!!NOT A POLITICAL POST — PROMISE!!!As is with all things political these days, the fallout of recent elections has garnered some very noticeable hostilities from differing perspectives. I wanted to weigh in on why I think placing value on a person based on their political leanings may be an erroneous thing to do.To stay up to date with all things, A Medic’s Mind, be sure to like and subscribe to this video so that you never miss a thing (including giveaways)!If you are in need of a voice for your YouTube channel, or any other content that you may be creating, head over to: www.mattdoesvoiceover.ca and have a look at my voiceover work. Maybe I can be the voice that connects you with the world.Thank you for the support. Enjoy the podcast!Leave me a message: https://anchor.fm/amedicsmindTWITTER: https://twitter.com/AMedicsMindYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3QfkY48knHeUBgHpbyjTBgINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/amedicsmind/FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/amedicsmindMerch: https://a-medics-mind-official-store.creator-spring.com/EMAIL: AMEDICSMIND@OUTLOOK.COMAudiobook: https://www.amazon.ca/A-Medics-Mind/dp/B09458ZV29/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=a+medic%27s+mind&qid=1620420654&sr=8-1Buy my book here: https://www.amazon.ca/Medics-Mind-Mr-Matthew-Heneghan/dp/B08TZ7DKHZ/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=A+Medic%27s+Mind&qid=1611877929&sr=8-1

It can be difficult to see how lucky we are sometimes. Over this past week, I fell into that trap of absorbing only the bad. Feelings of self-loathing and subjective self-pitty were my most intimate of companions during that 7 day stretch.But, as all things do, change came to me. Living with PTSD can bring about unique challenges and hurdles to navigate. It can also remind me of just how fortunate I really am...To stay up to date with all things, A Medic’s Mind, be sure to like and subscribe to this video so that you never miss a thing (including giveaways)!If you are in need of a voice for your YouTube channel, or any other content that you may be creating, head over to: www.mattdoesvoiceover.ca and have a look at my voiceover work. Maybe I can be the voice that connects you with the world.Thank you for the support. Enjoy the podcast!Leave me a message: https://anchor.fm/amedicsmindTWITTER: https://twitter.com/AMedicsMindYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3QfkY48knHeUBgHpbyjTBgINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/amedicsmind/FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/amedicsmindMerch: https://a-medics-mind-official-store.creator-spring.com/EMAIL: AMEDICSMIND@OUTLOOK.COMAudiobook: https://www.amazon.ca/A-Medics-Mind/dp/B09458ZV29/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=a+medic%27s+mind&qid=1620420654&sr=8-1Buy my book here: https://www.amazon.ca/Medics-Mind-Mr-Matthew-Heneghan/dp/B08TZ7DKHZ/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=A+Medic%27s+Mind&qid=1611877929&sr=8-1#depression #PTSD #Positive #Happiness #Luck