Mind Pilot

About 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.

Publisher

Jana Price-Sharps

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

15 Jul 2020

Latest episode

13 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

126 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   13 Oct 2026

   Retirement Part 2: What’s Next?

   Have feed back, suggestions, or questions? CLICK HERE to Send us a Message. Mind Pilot Episode 110 Retirement brings sudden freedom, but without intentional planning, it can quickly turn into daily boredom, unhealthy habits, and physical decline. In this episode, Dr. Jana Price-Sharps discusses practical steps first responders and veterans can take to maintain purpose and stay connected to their communities. From picking up new hobbies and maintaining fitness to learning how to set boundarie...

2. 

   22 Sept 2026

   Retiring Without Losing Yourself (Part 1)

   Have feed back, suggestions, or questions? CLICK HERE to Send us a Message. Mind Pilot Episode 109 Transitioning out of first responder or military life is about more than turning in your gear, it is a major shift in identity. In part one of this two-part series, Dr. Jana Price-Sharps explores how to prepare for retirement long before your final shift. Learn why building friendships outside the department, designing a meaningful "Chapter Two," and preparing for shifts in family dynamics are c...

3. 

   8 Sept 2026

   From Tactical Mode to Home: Managing High Stress

   Have feed back, suggestions, or questions? CLICK HERE to Send us a Message. Mind Pilot Episode 108 When you spend long shifts on high alert, bringing that adrenaline back home can strain your peace of mind and your relationships. In this episode of Mind Pilot, Dr. Jana Price-Sharps and Dr. Matthew Sharps break down what it means to "run hot", the physiological buildup of adrenaline and cortisol in your system. Learn how to spot the signs of chronic stress and discover practical cognitive too...

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

183

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

13 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

4 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 49 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

38

Social presence

0

YouTube

64

Engagement

85

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