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E.191 Resilience and Grief in High-Stress Professions
Manage episode 466288583 series 2931758
What if the very nature of your job required you to lock away grief, only for it to accumulate and weigh heavier with each call? Join us for a compelling discussion as we unravel the unique emotional landscape navigated by first responders like EMTs, paramedics, and police officers. These everyday heroes are often thrust into situations that demand stoic professionalism despite the emotional toll of repeated trauma. We'll explore how they confront cumulative grief and the societal pressures to maintain composure amidst chaos. With personal insights and expert perspectives, we aim to illuminate the emotional and psychological challenges that come hand-in-hand with their vital roles.
As we continue our journey through the complexity of grief, we recognize its unpredictable and non-linear path through denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. Inspired by Gina Moffa's work, we reflect on how grief can manifest in fluctuating emotional patterns and physical symptoms, proving particularly challenging for first responders. From energy shifts to body tension, understanding these signs is crucial to their well-being. Looking forward, we're thrilled to announce the return of Jessica Jamison in our next episode, where we'll tackle the topic of food trauma and its profound impact on eating habits and perceptions. Join us for these poignant discussions, and remember, if you or someone you know is facing mental health struggles, professional help is always available.
Chapters
1. E.191 Resilience and Grief in High-Stress Professions (00:00:00)
2. Navigating Grief in First Responders (00:00:03)
3. Understanding the Grief Process (00:07:29)
4. Upcoming Episode on Food Trauma (00:14:49)
222 episodes
Manage episode 466288583 series 2931758
What if the very nature of your job required you to lock away grief, only for it to accumulate and weigh heavier with each call? Join us for a compelling discussion as we unravel the unique emotional landscape navigated by first responders like EMTs, paramedics, and police officers. These everyday heroes are often thrust into situations that demand stoic professionalism despite the emotional toll of repeated trauma. We'll explore how they confront cumulative grief and the societal pressures to maintain composure amidst chaos. With personal insights and expert perspectives, we aim to illuminate the emotional and psychological challenges that come hand-in-hand with their vital roles.
As we continue our journey through the complexity of grief, we recognize its unpredictable and non-linear path through denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. Inspired by Gina Moffa's work, we reflect on how grief can manifest in fluctuating emotional patterns and physical symptoms, proving particularly challenging for first responders. From energy shifts to body tension, understanding these signs is crucial to their well-being. Looking forward, we're thrilled to announce the return of Jessica Jamison in our next episode, where we'll tackle the topic of food trauma and its profound impact on eating habits and perceptions. Join us for these poignant discussions, and remember, if you or someone you know is facing mental health struggles, professional help is always available.
Chapters
1. E.191 Resilience and Grief in High-Stress Professions (00:00:00)
2. Navigating Grief in First Responders (00:00:03)
3. Understanding the Grief Process (00:07:29)
4. Upcoming Episode on Food Trauma (00:14:49)
222 episodes
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