Chapter

Overcoming Tunnel Vision in High-Stress Situations
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40:27 - 46:39 (06:12)

The speaker discusses the potential dangers of tunnel vision in high-stress situations and emphasizes the importance of maintaining situational awareness in order to stay safe.

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A firefighter talks about the adrenaline rush of responding to emergency calls.
40:27 - 42:46 (02:19)
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firefighting
Summary

A firefighter talks about the adrenaline rush of responding to emergency calls.

Chapter
Overcoming Tunnel Vision in High-Stress Situations
Episode
#6 Travis Howze - Heroic Firefighter
Podcast
Shawn Ryan Show
A firefighter recounts a tragic call where he had to rescue a man who had a beer in his breath, dirty and covered in injuries.
42:47 - 43:58 (01:11)
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Firefighting
Summary

A firefighter recounts a tragic call where he had to rescue a man who had a beer in his breath, dirty and covered in injuries. The experience still haunts him and he can recall it just from listening to "Every Rose Has Its Thorn" by Poison.

Chapter
Overcoming Tunnel Vision in High-Stress Situations
Episode
#6 Travis Howze - Heroic Firefighter
Podcast
Shawn Ryan Show
The adrenaline rush of responding to emergency calls fades as soon as the task is finished, but firefighters still crave it, warning that the tunnel vision that comes with the high creates a narrow worldview and can result in getting hurt.
43:58 - 45:02 (01:03)
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firefighting
Summary

The adrenaline rush of responding to emergency calls fades as soon as the task is finished, but firefighters still crave it, warning that the tunnel vision that comes with the high creates a narrow worldview and can result in getting hurt.

Chapter
Overcoming Tunnel Vision in High-Stress Situations
Episode
#6 Travis Howze - Heroic Firefighter
Podcast
Shawn Ryan Show
In the heat of the moment, it can be difficult to maintain situational awareness and avoid tunnel vision, which can lead to fatal consequences.
45:02 - 46:39 (01:36)
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Gunfight
Summary

In the heat of the moment, it can be difficult to maintain situational awareness and avoid tunnel vision, which can lead to fatal consequences. It is important to stay aware of your surroundings and potential dangers, even in high-stress situations like a gunfight.

Chapter
Overcoming Tunnel Vision in High-Stress Situations
Episode
#6 Travis Howze - Heroic Firefighter
Podcast
Shawn Ryan Show