Bringing It Full Circle in OKC — From Coaching to Celebration
Some weeks are routine. Others are defining.
This week in Oklahoma City was the latter—a powerful, full-circle moment that reminded us of why we do what we do.
Dr. Mitch Javidi gets MAGNUS in motion.
We began the week in a room full of dedicated professionals from the Oklahoma City Police Department’s wellness team. These individuals aren’t just passionate about mental health and resilience—they live it, they breathe it, and they serve others through it every single day. For three intense, energizing days, we worked together to certify the first-ever MAP Coaches through the National Command & Staff College.
“The quality of your emotions is the quality of your life ”
The MAP Coaching Certification—short for Mastering Advancement and Performance— MEASURE * ACT* PERFORM isn’t just another leadership program. It’s a call to elevate. Rooted in the 11 Rings of Human Performance, it trains leaders to coach with empathy, decisiveness, emotional intelligence, and tactical clarity. We don’t just teach frameworks—we guide individuals to uncover their own Magnanimity, strive toward MAGNUSity, and lead through MAGNUSHip.
What we witnessed during those sessions was more than growth—it was transformation.
What we witnessed during those sessions was more than growth—it was transformation.
We watched these future MAP Coaches reflect on their own wellness, recalibrate their purpose, and strengthen their leadership lenses. We saw laughter, breakthroughs, and most importantly, connection. We had Wonderful People join us all the way from Seminole County Florida Sheriffs office. This wasn’t just professional development—it was human development. These men and women are now equipped to return to their teams with not just theory, but tools that save lives—mentally, emotionally, and physically. This is what leadership looks like in today’s world: real, raw, and relentlessly hopeful.
Liberty and WILL
One of the most beloved members of the Oklahoma City Police Department’s wellness team is their dedicated wellness dog—a four-legged ambassador of comfort, connection, and calm. With a wagging tail and an instinct for emotional support, this specially trained canine plays a vital role in the department’s wellness initiatives. Whether visiting officers after high-stress incidents, offering companionship during difficult moments, or simply bringing joy to the halls of the department, the wellness dog is a constant reminder that healing comes in many forms. As part of OKCPD’s commitment to whole-person care, this pup is more than a mascot—it’s a trusted teammate in building resilience and emotional strength across the force.
Just when we thought the week had already reached its peak, it was time for the Blue Knight Gala.
Hosted by the Oklahoma City Police Foundation, at the Beautiful Aspen Ranch in Edmond Oklahoma the Blue Knight Gala is a stunning and heartfelt celebration of the brave individuals who serve the OKC community. Walking into that ballroom, there was an overwhelming sense of unity—a deep reverence for the sacrifice, the courage, and the unseen weight carried by those in uniform.
One moment in particular brought everything full circle.
Officer Joshua Scott
Officer Joshua Scott stood on stage, sharing his harrowing story of survival after being critically wounded in the line of duty. His voice was steady, his message clear: recovery takes a team. And his team—the same wellness professionals we had just spent three days training—stood quietly in the crowd, their impact echoing in every word he spoke.
That’s when it hit us. The work we did earlier in the week wasn’t theoretical—it was real, it was alive, and it was already changing lives.
It’s rare to witness both the training and the impact in one week. But in Oklahoma City, we did. We saw the systems being built, and we saw the fruit of those systems in action. From classroom to community, from certification to celebration—this wasn’t just a leadership milestone, it was a movement in motion.
As we left the gala, surrounded by new MAP Coaches, OKCPD leaders, and community supporters, there was a quiet sense of knowing:
