Adam Henson Coaching Show
Welcome to The Adam Henson Coaching Show — where confidence is built, identity is strengthened, and real change starts from the inside out.
This show is for people who are tired of feeling stuck, tired of holding themselves back, and ready to step into a stronger, more grounded version of who they know they can become. Whether you’re a high-stress professional, leader, parent, entrepreneur, or navigating a difficult season of life, this podcast gives you practical tools to change how you think, regulate how you feel, and act with clarity and confidence.
Hosted by Adam Henson, resilience coach and transformation strategist, each episode breaks down identity-based confidence, emotional regulation, habit systems, and personal growth into simple, real-world strategies you can apply immediately.
No fluff. No hype. No surface-level motivation.
Just grounded systems that create change that actually lasts.
Inside the show, you’ll learn how to:
✔️ Build confidence from identity, not willpower
✔️ Stay emotionally steady under pressure
✔️ Break old patterns and self-sabotage loops
✔️ Strengthen discipline, follow-through, and consistency
✔️ Regulate your nervous system for calm and clarity
✔️ Navigate stress, setbacks, and uncertainty with resilience
✔️ Design a life you trust yourself to lead
The Adam Henson Coaching Show is your weekly reset, your personal growth playbook, and your reminder that real transformation is built—not forced.
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Episodes
58 episodes
The Science of Confidence: Why Your Brain Resists Change (And How to Rebuild Self-Trust)
Most people believe confidence is about mindset, motivation, or personality. It’s not.Confidence is a neurological process—your brain’s ability to predict what happens next and trust you to handle it.In this episod...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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10:12
Why Your Best Intentions Keep Losing (And How to Change the Outcome)
Why Your Best Intentions Keep Losing (And How to Change the Outcome)You’re not failing because you don’t care. You’re not stuck because you lack discipline. And you’re definitely not broken.In this episode...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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10:47
Self-Trust: The Missing Ingredient in Confidence
Self-Trust: The Missing Ingredient in ConfidenceYou don’t lack confidence. You lack trust in yourself.In this episode, we get honest about the quiet reason confidence keeps falling apart—even when you care,...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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8:37
Identity First: Why Change Fails Without It
Identity First: Why Change Fails Without It January 12 EpisodeWhy does change feel so hard—even when you care, know better, and try again?In this episode, we unpack the real reason most personal growth efforts ...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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7:33
The Real Reason You Feel Stuck
The Real Reason You Feel StuckJanuary has a way of messing with people.You start the year clear, motivated, and convinced this will be different. Then—somewhere around January 10th to 15th—the energy drops, the old...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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8:13
Shifting with Preparedness
This is not a motivational episode. It’s a conversation — just you and me.In this final episode of the year, we slow things down and talk about what actually makes change stick: preparedness.Not willpower. ...
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Season 1
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Episode 52
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7:51
Mindful Moments: Integrating Mindfulness for On-Duty Challenges"
In this episode of Shields Down, we dive deep into the power of mindfulness and how it can become an essential tool for first responders navigating high-pressure, on-duty challenges. Discover practical strategies for staying present, r...
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Season 1
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Episode 51
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13:00
"Leading with Empathy: Trauma-Informed Leadership in Action"
In this episode of Shields Down, we dive deep into the essential role of empathy in leadership, particularly in trauma-informed environments. For first responders, repeated exposure to high-stress situations often results in lasting em...
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Season 1
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Episode 50
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16:15
"Badge of Courage: Overcoming Fears with Faith and Fortitude"
In this empowering episode of Shields Down, we dive deep into the role of fear in the lives of first responders and explore how to face it with faith and fortitude. Fear is a natural part of the job, but it doesn’t have to hold you bac...
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Season 1
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Episode 49
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13:57
"The Long Night Shift: Strategies for Sleep and Recovery"
Struggling to get quality sleep after your night shift? You’re not alone.Night shifts can wreak havoc on your body’s natural rhythm, especially for first responders, law enforcement officers, correctional staff, and <...
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Season 1
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Episode 48
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12:52
Back to duty: Transitioning from leave to service "
In this powerful episode of Shields Down, we dive into the critical process of returning to active duty after PTSD leave or extended time off due to mental health challenges. Whether you're a first responder, police officer, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 47
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15:01
"From Ashes to Action: Transforming Pain into Purpose"
In this powerful episode of Shields Down, we explore how first responders can turn their pain into purpose. From surviving traumatic experiences to using those hardships as a foundation for growth, we'll discuss how you can reclaim you...
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Season 1
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Episode 46
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14:10
"Scars of Service: Honouring the Journey of Healing"
"Scars of Service: Honoring the Journey of Healing" – A Powerful Podcast Episode on PTSD, Trauma Recovery, and Mental Health for First RespondersFirst responders—police officers, firefighters, paramedics, and correctional officers...
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Season 1
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Episode 45
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17:09
"Monsters Within: Battling Internal Struggles of PTSD"
Shields Down: The Real Monsters First Responders Face – A Special Halloween Episode 🎃👻First responders don’t just battle external threats—they face invisible monsters that lurk within. In this special Halloween edition o...
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Season 1
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Episode 44
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16:06
Beyond the Shift: Navigating Family Life with PTSD
Balancing Family Life and PTSD: Strategies for First Responders and Their Loved OnesNavigating family life while managing PTSD as a first responder can feel overwhelming. In this episode of Shields Down, we take a deep dive into...
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Season 1
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Episode 43
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20:42
The Healing Shield: Building Emotional Armour for First Responders
In this empowering episode we delve into the importance of building emotional resilience—what we call "emotional armor"—for first responders constantly exposed to high-stress, traumatic environments. Emotional armor is more than ju...
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Season 1
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Episode 42
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18:24
"Echoes of Duty: Confronting PTSD in the Line of duty"
In this episode we delve deep into the silent battle many first responders face: PTSD. We explore the unique stressors of their job, where exposure to trauma is a daily occurrence, and discuss how the accumulation of these experiences can lead ...
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Season 1
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Episode 41
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20:03
"Echoes of Service: Dealing with PTSD on and Off the Field"
Today I am going to dive deep into the unique challenges first responders face as they navigate life with PTSD, both on and off the field. We discuss how to recognize PTSD as a normal response to extraordinary experiences and break ...
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Season 1
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Episode 40
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17:28
"Invisible Wounds: The Journey of Healing from Hidden Scars"
First responders are no strangers to physical injuries, but what about the emotional and psychological wounds that remain hidden? In this episode of Beyond the Badge, we delve into the often-overlooked invisible scars like PTSD, anxiet...
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Season 1
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Episode 39
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19:32
"Duty to Self: Prioritizing Self-Care in High-Stress Professions"
In this episode of Shields Down, we explore a topic often overlooked but crucial for first responders: self-care. Serving on the front lines of high-stress situations takes a toll on mental, emotional, and physical health. But prioriti...
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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16:52
"Guardians of the Mind: Protecting Mental Health in the Service of Others"
In this essential episode of Shields Down , we explore the critical role of mental health in the lives of first responders. Titled "Guardians of the Mind: Protecting Mental Health in the Service of Others," this episode dives deep...
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Season 1
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Episode 37
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18:06
"Back to Base: Reintegrating After Critical Incidents"
In this episode of Shields Down, we tackle one of the biggest challenges first responders face: reintegrating into daily life after a critical incident. Whether you’re a police officer, firefighter, paramedic, or corrections off...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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20:09
"The Courage to Heal: Approaches to Overcoming Emotional Injuries"
In this powerful episode of Shields Down, we dive deep into the emotional trauma first responders face—the unseen injuries that linger long after the call ends. While first responder training focuses heavily on physical endur...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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18:22
Shielding the Mind: Strategies for Mental Wellness for first responders
In this episode of Shields Down, we explore proven mental health strategies for first responders navigating high-pressure, trauma-filled environments. Whether you're a police officer, firefighter, EMT, or corrections professiona...
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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16:49
"Echoes of the Call: Understanding and Managing Trauma in First Responders"
First responders operate in high-stress environments, witnessing traumatic events that can accumulate over time, leading to emotional exhaustion and burnout. In this powerful episode of Shields Down, we dive deep into the unseen tol...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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17:53
