Truly Mental

Author: Joe & Jesse

This podcast has been created by Joe Smarro & Jesse Trevino and it is being provided by SolutionPoint, a national training and consulting firm that specializes in cultivating mental wellness to maximize human capital and promote safety. They are two combat veteran marines, who have been on a shared journey as best friends for the last 20 years. Joe and Jesse were both San Antonio Police officers for 15 and 10 years, respectively, and have started a training and consulting firm which is now their full-time endeavor. They have set out on a mission to change the culture of law enforcement in America by focusing on individual wellness. They hope to eradicate first responder suicide. Welcome to the podcast, please subscribe, share, and leave comments for them both. BeWell -
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The Hidden Cost of Sleep Deprivation in Public Safety
Tuesday, 17 March, 2026

Explore the critical importance of sleep science in public safety, decision-making, and bias reduction with Dr. Lois James. Discover how fatigue impacts brain function, bias, and performance, and learn practical strategies for improving sleep and mental health in high-stakes professions. *This episode was sponsored and made possible by MILO RangeDr. Lois James: LinkedInMILO Range WebsiteCBTsim WebsiteKeywords:sleep science, public safety, fatigue, decision-making, bias, mental health, shift work, wearable tech, sleep hygiene, on-duty nappingKey topics:Impact of sleep deprivation on brain function and decision-makingThe relationship between fatigue, bias, and implicit bias in policingPractical strategies for improving sleep hygiene and shift work managementThe role of wearable tech and biofeedback in sleep monitoringThe importance of on-duty napping and shift rotation policiesSound bites:"Most of us in public safety are running on empty.""Sleep is the foundation of health and decision-making.""Value yourself enough to pursue better sleep and self-care."Chapters:00:00 The Importance of Sleep in Public Safety04:45 Understanding Sleep Deprivation and Its Effects10:39 The Role of Wearable Tech in Sleep Monitoring12:08 Societal Attitudes Towards Sleep13:07 The Science of Sleep Deprivation in Critical Situations17:02 Shared Responsibility for Sleep Health20:25 Fatigue, Bias, and Decision Making30:15 Understanding Bias and Responsibility31:43 The Importance of Empathy in Training33:13 Navigating Shift Work in Emergency Services34:37 Individual Strategies for Managing Shift Work38:53 Sleep's Role in Mental Health39:39 Key Factors Affecting Sleep Quality43:37 The Case for On-Duty Napping47:26 Rewiring Beliefs About Human Performance Resources:Implicit Association Test (IAT)