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ES 🍝 054: True Heroes, Mental Resilience & More!

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Kris Crews
January 19, 2024

🍝 In Today’s Extra Sauce…

  • Some good news! (YKTV)

  • New 1AND1 Picks from our experts.

  • A note from Minaa about reflective journaling

  • An Off the Cuff podcast episode about mental resilience with psychotherapist and author, Amy Morin

Teen Swimmers Rescue Couple in Barbados

In Barbados, two Montreal teenagers, Emma Bassermann and Zoe Meklensek-Ireland, displayed remarkable courage and quick thinking. The competitive swimmers were boogie boarding when they heard cries for help. Zoe, 13, spotted Belinda Stone from London, who informed them that her husband, Robert, was struggling to swim further out. Without hesitation, the girls rescued Belinda and then undertook a challenging swim to reach Robert, who was about 150 feet from shore. Despite the tough conditions, they successfully brought him back to safety. The Stones expressed their enormous gratitude to Emma and Zoe for saving their lives, showcasing the teens' bravery and selflessness.

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/montreal/teen-heroes-barbados-montreal-1.7077877

Vermont State Trooper’s Daring Ice Rescue

In Cambridge, Vermont, State Trooper Michelle Archer heroically saved an 8-year-old girl who had fallen through thin ice while playing with her siblings. Archer, on routine patrol, responded to an emergency call and arrived at the private property pond within minutes. She dove into the icy water with a rope and flotation device to rescue the child. Trooper Keith Cote assisted in getting the girl to an ambulance, and she was transported to the University of Vermont Medical Center. Thankfully, the girl made a complete recovery and returned home, highlighting Archer's bravery and quick response in a life-threatening situation.

https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/state-trooper-plunges-icy-vermont-pond-save-8-106338757

Costco Employees’ Lifesaving Action

Employees at a Costco store near Cleveland, Ohio, are being celebrated for their quick thinking and compassion that saved a colleague's life. When an employee missed his early shift, manager Jesse Orsborn called to check on him. The employee's incoherent speech and the abrupt end of the call raised alarm. Assistant General Manager Dave Mackin and the team realized the man was having a stroke. They kept him on the line while calling emergency services, ensuring his swift transport to the hospital. The employee was later released but faces a recovery journey. This incident underscores the strong community spirit and care within the Costco team, as Mackin proudly stated, "We take care of our members. We take care of our employees. They mean the world to us."

https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-news/costco-employee-suffering-stroke-misses-work-a-call-from-his-manager-may-have-saved-his-life

This week, our experts have selected a weighted vest to take your training to the next level, a supplement that supports your immune system and metabolism, and a power stepper to help you during your warmups and active recovery.

Runmax Weighted Vest Review: Level Up Your Bodyweight Workouts

In this Runmax weighted vest review, we explore the pros and cons of this device, and how it can enhance your at-home, bodyweight workouts.

www.1and1life.com/reviews/runmax-weighted-vest

This Supplement Can Speed Up Your Metabolism

Read this This Supplement Can Speed Up Your Metabolism before you decide to spend money. We give it to you straight: pros, cons, and the bottom line.

www.1and1life.com/reviews/nowfoods-selenium

Sanddune Power Stepper Review

Sand-training has many benefits, but portability isn’t one of them. Does the Sanddune Power Stepper solve this problem? Find out here.

www.1and1life.com/reviews/sanddune-power-stepper

Discover the power of self-care and community care with Minaa B., 1AND1's Chief Behavioral Officer and licensed therapist, as she shares actionable tips in "Minaa's Minute" each week — check it out below! ⬇️

This week, spend 15 minutes doing a reflective journal practice where you document your day and assess what choices you felt you could've made differently to reach your daily goals.

Minaa B

On S3 EP 31, Danny dives into the profound topic of mental resilience with Amy Morin, a distinguished psychotherapist and author who has faced extraordinary personal challenges. They explore the universal experience of having our mental strength tested, whether through family tragedy, failed relationships, or shattered dreams. Amy's journey is a powerful example of this, having lost her mother at 23 and her husband just a few years later. These sudden, profound losses forced her to tap into deep reserves of mental fortitude.

This episode is especially meaningful for anyone facing challenging times and wondering how to move forward. Amy offers actionable advice on changing our mental narrative, such as interrupting negative thought patterns by introducing random, positive thoughts. Her story and insights provide not just solace but practical strategies for building mental muscle and navigating life's complexities.

Join us in this motivational and empathetic conversation with Amy Morin. It's not just a discussion about enduring life's hardships; it's about learning to thrive despite them. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking guidance and inspiration to overcome adversity and live boldly and fully.

Listen on Spotify | Listen on Apple Podcasts. New episodes drop every Wednesday.

Join the 220+ 5-star reviews on Apple Podcasts and leave a review.

That's it for 🍝 Extra Sauce 🍝 054. Please rate our newsletter below and send us some thoughts on how we can be 1% better, too! Remember — 1 Step At A Time, 1 Day At A Time, 1% Better, Together. ☝️👆

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