Back in April of 2023, Dr. Armin presented her course on Mental toughness and Resiliency to the City of Ann Arbor Fire Department.  This was one of the first courses we have ever had an outside instructor present to AAFD that was not focused on fire department operations.  In all honesty, I was very concerned about how this would be received in the firehouse.  I feared that there would be little to no participation from FD personnel.  My fears were alleviated within the first 10 minutes of the class.  Dr. Armin did an excellent job setting the tone and encouraging participation from the start.  Her knowledge and techniques are second to none, and AAFD is better for having taken her class.  The feedback from everyone was overwhelmingly positive.  We thoroughly enjoyed this class and look forward to have her back to teach again.  From a Training Officer’s perspective, she is an absolute joy to work with.

Dr. Armin McCrea-Dastur truly inspired our high school students and teachers alike during her recent workshop, which focused on helping them unlock their full potential.  Participants gained valuable insights into becoming the best version of themselves.  Dr. McCrea-Dastur's dynamic presentation skillfully unpacked the quote, "If you're always trying to be normal, you will never know how amazing you are".  The quote really resonated deeply with the students, sparking some great discussions and self-reflection.  Students practiced how to manage self-talk, enhance listening skills, and identify triggers that lead to unproductive mind traps.  This year, we launched an Encouraging Words Campaign with the theme "Leave Your Mark".  She crafted the workshop to provide actionable steps for building confidence, developing a resilient mindset, and empowering them to leave a positive mark on the world.  

Dr. Armin McCrea-Dastur served as a workshop facilitator during our inaugural Nation’s Best Women’s Leadership Retreat. Her vibrant and energizing session, focused on fostering resilience and resourcefulness, captivated and inspired our participants, empowering them to return to their roles as stronger, more prepared leaders. Dr. McCrea-Dastur’s career background and expertise, combined with her fervent dedication to leadership development, made her an invaluable addition to our retreat agenda and perfectly aligned with the overarching mission of our event.