The Importance of Connection for First Responders

Connection is a vital part of human life. Connection is the foundation of our relationships, both with ourselves and with others. Without connection, we feel isolated, lonely, and disconnected from the world around us. As we enter the world of being a First Responder, we may begin to lack community, which in turn, promotes disconnection…

ByThe 0600February 22, 20230Comments

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Outside Looking In

Days will always begin with the break of dawn and the sunset will close out with the night skies, in our busy lives we wish to just have a couple of moments to ourselves to relax from the busy schedules we keep. But there are people who live their lives in pursuit to help…

ByThe 0600February 14, 20230Comments

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The Journey of a First Responder

If you are like me then you are stubborn as hell. The first monumental roadblock in your way - is yourself! Humans, especially First Responders, have this innate ability to always serve outwardly. Oftentimes forgetting or not making any time to serve themselves along the way. We are a selfless bunch. This works against us…

ByThe 0600January 30, 20230Comments

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Just How Big Is This PTSD Mental Health Issue?

Just how big is this PTSD Mental Health Issue? I served fourteen years with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. What I also became in time was a police officer with severe post traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety issues and every known PTSD symptom in our psychological community. This also led to addiction issues and a…

ByThe 0600January 24, 20230Comments

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First Responder Mental Health

What does the most uncomfortable conversation look like in Law Enforcement? It begins with you. It includes vulnerability, courage and allowing yourself to feel emotions that you have previously tried to run from. Those same emotions that you’ve spent years suppressing will eventually come crashing out. A dam can only hold for so long before…

ByThe 0600November 30, 20220Comments

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The Importance of Connection for First Responders

Outside Looking In

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Just How Big Is This PTSD Mental Health Issue?

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