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E.170 From Paramedic to Creative: Sarah Wayte's Journey with ADHD and Mental Health in Emergency Services

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Ever wondered how a paramedic transitions to a creative copywriter and brand photographer? Meet Sarah Wayte, who shares her incredible 20-year journey through the UK ambulance service and her unexpected leap into a new career in Canada. Sarah opens up about her life-changing late diagnosis of ADHD and how it influenced her path, offering a unique perspective on navigating high-pressure professions with neurodiversity. Her story is a testament to the unexpected paths our careers can take and underscores the importance of mental health awareness.
Sarah provides a candid look into the often overlooked roles within emergency services, shining a light on the unrecognized heroes—emergency dispatchers. She recounts the immense pressure they face and the emotional toll of making split-second decisions. Sarah also touches on her own experiences as a paramedic, discussing the emotional challenges of the job and the unhealthy habit of compartmentalizing trauma. Through her insights, we get a glimpse into the camaraderie and dark humor that serve as essential coping mechanisms in the field.
As we dive deeper, we address the critical need for mental health support among first responders. With alarming rates of suicide and a culture that often discourages open conversations about mental health, the episode advocates for annual mental health checkups and safe spaces for discussing personal struggles. Sarah's heartfelt sharing concludes with a powerful reminder of the importance of peer support and professional counseling, including resources for those in immediate need. Join us for this powerful conversation that emphasizes the significance of mental well-being in emergency services.
To contact Sarah, go to her website www.sarahwayte.com or email her at [email protected]

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Chapters

1. E.170 From Paramedic to Creative: Sarah Wayte's Journey with ADHD and Mental Health in Emergency Services (00:00:00)

2. Discussing Therapy and Life Transitions (00:00:03)

3. Uncovering the Journey of a Paramedic (00:07:45)

4. Dispatchers (00:13:13)

5. Emotional Toll of Paramedic Work (00:21:34)

6. Mental Health Support for First Responders (00:33:08)

7. Prioritizing Mental Health for First Responders (00:38:03)

8. Sharing First Responder Experiences (00:48:56)

222 episodes

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Ever wondered how a paramedic transitions to a creative copywriter and brand photographer? Meet Sarah Wayte, who shares her incredible 20-year journey through the UK ambulance service and her unexpected leap into a new career in Canada. Sarah opens up about her life-changing late diagnosis of ADHD and how it influenced her path, offering a unique perspective on navigating high-pressure professions with neurodiversity. Her story is a testament to the unexpected paths our careers can take and underscores the importance of mental health awareness.
Sarah provides a candid look into the often overlooked roles within emergency services, shining a light on the unrecognized heroes—emergency dispatchers. She recounts the immense pressure they face and the emotional toll of making split-second decisions. Sarah also touches on her own experiences as a paramedic, discussing the emotional challenges of the job and the unhealthy habit of compartmentalizing trauma. Through her insights, we get a glimpse into the camaraderie and dark humor that serve as essential coping mechanisms in the field.
As we dive deeper, we address the critical need for mental health support among first responders. With alarming rates of suicide and a culture that often discourages open conversations about mental health, the episode advocates for annual mental health checkups and safe spaces for discussing personal struggles. Sarah's heartfelt sharing concludes with a powerful reminder of the importance of peer support and professional counseling, including resources for those in immediate need. Join us for this powerful conversation that emphasizes the significance of mental well-being in emergency services.
To contact Sarah, go to her website www.sarahwayte.com or email her at [email protected]

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Support the show

YouTube Channel For The Podcast

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Chapters

1. E.170 From Paramedic to Creative: Sarah Wayte's Journey with ADHD and Mental Health in Emergency Services (00:00:00)

2. Discussing Therapy and Life Transitions (00:00:03)

3. Uncovering the Journey of a Paramedic (00:07:45)

4. Dispatchers (00:13:13)

5. Emotional Toll of Paramedic Work (00:21:34)

6. Mental Health Support for First Responders (00:33:08)

7. Prioritizing Mental Health for First Responders (00:38:03)

8. Sharing First Responder Experiences (00:48:56)

222 episodes

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