Mind Pilot
Boost your mental health as a first responder or veteran with the Mind Pilot podcast, hosted by Dr. Jana Price-Sharps, a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in trauma and stress management. This essential podcast is designed for firefighters, police officers, EMS personnel, and veterans seeking practical strategies to enhance their mental well-being. Delve into topics like resilience, stress reduction, effective parenting, healthy relationships, coping with anxiety and depression, conquering nightmares, and setting achievable goals. Tune in to the Mind Pilot podcast and empower yourself with actionable tips and techniques tailored for first responders, ensuring greater overall well-being and a stronger mindset on the job.
Mind Pilot
When Two Type-As Collide: Ending the Power Struggle at Home
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Mind Pilot Episode 90
What happens when a command-presence mindset meets a strong-willed partner at home? In this episode of Mind Pilot, Dr. Jana Price-Sharps addresses the unique friction that occurs when two "Type-A" personalities share a life.
For first responders and veterans, "winning" is often a survival mechanism—but applying that same urgency to household chores can be disastrous for a relationship. Dr. Jana breaks down why you are hard-wired to win, why it’s okay for your spouse to have a different opinion, and how to shift your goal from "winning the argument" to "resolving the issue." Tune in for practical advice on how to navigate the small battles—like the dishwasher and toothpaste—so you don't lose the war for your marriage.
Topics Covered
- Leave command presence at work: Giving orders works on the job, but it doesn't translate to a healthy partnership.
- Shift from winning to resolving: Winning the skirmish often means losing the war; focus on the solution, not the victory.
- Accept different opinions: Unless it is a life-or-death scenario, it is okay for your partner to do things differently.
- Gamify the small stuff: Turn petty irritations—like how to load the dishwasher—into a playful dynamic rather than a fight.
- Don't communicate while angry: You cannot resolve issues when you are heated; take a break to avoid unnecessary power struggles.
