The Blueprint
Welcome to The Blueprint Podcast—where we throw out the old blueprint so you can become who you were always meant to be.
The Blueprint Podcast is a Top 1.5% show for a reason. Host Jason Smith, with a unique background in law enforcement and a master’s in Threat and Response Management from the University of Chicago, distills complicated topics into clear, actionable insights, all while providing a sense of humor and real-world perspective.
He helps you heal the relationship you have with yourself—the core foundation for building the relationships you actually desire.
You'll immerse yourself in conversations with top authors, coaches, researchers, and others who share inspiring stories of resilience and growth. Beyond the deep dives, you'll also find a variety of content covering real-time events, Q&As, and yes, maybe even some aliens. There's truly something for everyone in every episode.
This is where you take your personal power back from the places you’ve given it away to so freely. It’s time to become who you were always meant to be.
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The Blueprint
Ep. 100 Beating the Burnout with AK Dozanti First Responder Wellness
🎙 EPISODE 100! We're celebrating this milestone with a powerful conversation featuring AK Dozanti, former law enforcement officer, coach, speaker, and author of Beat the Burnout: Prevention and Recovery Solutions for Frontline Professionals.
Burnout is a silent epidemic in first responder careers, yet it's often ignored or normalized. In this episode, AK and I dive into the realities of first responder mental health, nervous system regulation, and the process of rebuilding after burnout. We discuss unpacking trauma, recognizing burnout before it’s too late, and how to reset your nervous system for long-term resilience.
- Key Takeaways from This Episode:
- The Signs of Burnout No One Talks About – How to identify them before they take over your life.
- The Role of Childhood Trauma in First Responder Careers – Why many enter the profession already carrying emotional weight.
- Practical Strategies for Nervous System Regulation – Small daily habits that make a massive impact.
- The Journey of Writing a Book & Coaching First Responders – AK’s personal experience of transforming adversity into impact.
- The Culture Shift in Law Enforcement Mental Health – Are we making progress, and what still needs to change?
If you're a first responder or someone struggling with burnout, this episode is a must-listen.
📖 Get AK Dozanti’s book, Beat the Burnout, and learn how to prevent, recognize, and recover from burnout before it’s too late: akadizanti.com
- Connect with AK Dozanti:
Website: akadizanti.com
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