Mindful Badge Initiative

04/13/2025

Training, snow play, and bacon dinners on Mt. Hood.
Buddha and his sister Winnifred took full advantage of spring snow and cold, clear meltwater rivers—charging through the forest like it was their job.

Buddha is navigating cancer with the same heart he’s always had—steady, strong, and full of grit. So we’re playing hard while we can. Every adventure is a gift, and every day like this is a win.

Dogs. Snow. Mountains. And bacon. That’s the kind of training we believe in.

04/11/2025

🚨 Mindful Agility Training | Camas, WA | April 29–30 🧠💪
Hosted in partnership with

Step away from the noise. Reconnect with what keeps you grounded.
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Join
Hasnay and Goerling for a two-day immersive workshop designed for those who show up for others in high-stress, high-stakes moments—first responders, EMS, ED staff, crisis workers, and frontline caregivers. ⁣
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Through science-based tools from mindfulness, neurobiology, and trauma resilience, you’ll learn to:
✔️ Stay clear and steady under pressure
✔️ Recover faster between shifts and incidents
✔️ Strengthen internal resilience & professional purpose
✔️ Navigate tough conversations with more control
✔️ Recognize and disrupt empathic distress⁣
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📍 Lacamas Lake Lodge | Camas, WA
📅 April 29–30, 2025
🧭 $675 | Spouse/Partner discount available
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✨ Spouses & partners welcome. Lunch, drinks & resources provided.
Limited seats available—grab yours now!⁣

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www.mindfulbadge.com

10/29/2024

Happy National Cat Day! Buddha may be a dog with a few extra challenges right now, but he’s taking the title of ‘King of Cuddles’ in stride. He sends his feline friends a little extra love (and maybe a hint of rivalry) from his ‘chemo chair.’ Here’s to all the animals bringing us strength and snuggles! 🐾 ”

10/29/2024

For first responders, public safety professionals, and anyone passionate about resilience and mindfulness in high-stress professions—be sure to follow on Instagram!

You’ll get a firsthand look at tools and tips on building resilience, updates on upcoming trainings and retreats like our Resilience Immersion Trainings in January and February, and insights on mental health, emotional regulation, and the science behind mindfulness.

👉 Follow on Instagram to be part of a growing community dedicated to mental toughness, humanity, resilience, and wellness in the line of duty. Let’s keep moving forward, together.

10/27/2024

🐾 Meet Buddha, the heart and soul of our Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT) team. Over the past five years, this gentle giant has brought resilience, comfort, and calm to hundreds of first responders, standing by their side as they train mindfulness skills to navigate occupational stress and enhance humanity and performance.

Recently, our Buddha was diagnosed with canine lymphoma. He is now embarking on a healing journey with the skillful care of Dr. Randy Larrison and the team at Cornell Road Veterinary Clinic, who are guiding him through the University of Wisconsin-Madison chemotherapy protocol. 🐶💙

Buddha continues to teach us all about courage, compassion and resilience in the face of challenges. We are grateful for the skilled care and support surrounding him and for the community that keeps him in their thoughts. Follow along as we share updates on Buddha’s journey—he has touched so many lives, and now it’s our turn to support him. 🐾💪✨

03/20/2024

Train with us in Oregon! Learn & practice evidence-based skills that support your agency, resilience & performance. Partial scholarships available for individuals & multi-seat discounts for organizations.

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