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Jean – What grief feels like physically

Jean discusses the physical effects she has experienced in grief

John Martin – Loss and Grief- Not Much Help

John talks about the importance of helping people in grief

Madelyn – Accept what you are feeling

Madelyn talks about how it’s ok to not be ok.

Cheryl – “What is grief”

Cheryl defines grief and talks about how we all grieve differently.

Jim – Significant incidents

Jim discusses being involved in a significant incident and how it’s normal to feel overwhelmed and ruminate over it. You may even start to drink or use drugs to cope. But it’s important to remember that you’re not alone. Many police officers have been through similar experiences. And there are resources available to help you get through this.One of the best things you can do is talk to a trusted friend or colleague. They can offer support and understanding. You can also seek professional help from a therapist or counselor. They can help you to process your experience and develop healthy coping mechanisms. It’s also important to remember that you can’t change the past. But you can learn from it. And you can move on. Don’t let one incident define you. You are a strong and capable person. And you will get through this.

Zoreena – Burnout and counseling

Zoreena talks about her father’s decline in a nursing home during COVID

Jackie – Warming up to do art

Jackie explains how warming up is a way into expressive arts

Doug M – “Helping Children Cope with Sibling Death”

Doug talks about shock and the importance of making sure children get help. Doug continues to grieve the death of his first wife.

Amber – My Story

Amber talks about the traumatic death of her father in an explosion and being 17

Adrianna – Death doulas and grief

Adrianna explains what a death doula is

Rev. Sky – “What is a trigger”

Rev. Sky explains triggers, identifying them and what you need.

Jacqueline – Advice to Younger Self

Jacqueline talks about seeking help and being kind to yourself