Episode 27

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26th Nov 2024

From Navy SEAL to Advocate: Errol Doeblers’ Story of Hope

Errol Doebler: Healing from Traumatic Brain Injury and Finding Hope

In this episode of Suicide Zen Forgiveness, host Elaine Lindsay talks with Errol Doebler, a former Navy SEAL and FBI agent who shares his incredible journey of overcoming traumatic brain injuries using cold exposure and intranasal insulin treatments. Errol discusses the emotional and cognitive struggles he faced after being injured and how he developed a leadership process that ultimately saved his life. He emphasizes the power of understanding and acknowledging one's emotions as a key to behavioral change and personal growth. This poignant conversation offers hope and actionable insights for those grappling with mental health challenges, depression, or suicide loss. Tune in to learn more about Errol's story, his leadership practices, and how you can implement small daily changes to improve your well-being.

 

00:00 Introduction to Suicide Zen Forgiveness

01:16 Meet the Ice Cold Leader: Errol Doebler

02:22 Errol's Journey: From Navy SEAL to Leadership Consultant

04:43 The Impact of Traumatic Brain Injury

07:21 Discovering a Life-Changing Treatment

11:16 The Power of Cold Exposure and Meditation

21:31 A New Mission: Advocating for Intranasal Insulin

22:41 The Power of Intranasal Insulin

23:14 Leadership from the Inside Out

24:18 Rewiring the Brain: A Personal Journey

25:16 The Process of Behavioral Change

29:18 The Mind's Power and Placebo Effect

31:41 The Ice Bath Experience

34:26 Daily Practices for Mental Health

38:03 Emotional Awareness and Its Impact

41:24 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Bio

Errol Doebler is the creator and author of Ice Cold Leader, Leading from the Inside Out. He teaches leadership and emotional intelligence tools to business leaders around the world. Errol developed this methodology through his experience as a United States Naval Officer, where he served as a Surface Warfare Officer and Navy SEAL, and through his years of working with the FBI where he was awarded the FBI’s second highest award The Shield of Bravery. Errol is one of the few people in the world who has had the distinction of serving as a Surface Warfare Officer, SEAL and as an FBI Special Agent and FBI SWAT Operator.

 

Site and Social links:

Website: https://icecoldleader.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/errol-doebler/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_ice_cold_leader/?hl=en

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@icecoldleader

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Suicide Zen Forgiveness Stories re Suicide Loss | Ideation | Mental Health | Offering Hope |Empathy for All
Sharing Stories to Offer Hope
Adding empathy and offering hope to end the silence, stigma, and shame. ~Elaine Lindsay©2021

Come along on the transformative journey of ’Suicide Zen Forgiveness,’ where host Elaine Lindsay, a suicide loss survivor and advocate, invites listeners to break the silence about mental health struggles. Elaine wants to remove the shame felt by all who are touched by suicide loss, ideation and mental health. With over 50 years of personal experience, Elaine offers candid conversations, heartfelt stories, and practical insights aimed at ending the stigma and offering hope. Each episode explores themes of resilience, gratitude, and growth, encouraging listeners to navigate life’s challenges with bravery and compassion. Tune in for a blend of wisdom, authenticity, and unwavering support on a group journey of healing, hope, and understanding.

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