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Justin – The power of lyrics

Justin talks about lyrics and hope

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.

Susan – “Living life”

Susan discuss what it means to live life well.

Shannon – Enough

Shannon talks about us all doing the very best we can from the perspectives of a licensed clinical counselor and losing her husband to suicide.

Maureen – “Carrying grief”

Maureen gives an analogy of how hard it is to carry griefMaureen gives an analogy of how hard it is to carry grief.

Valmy – It’s ok to feel how you are feeling

Valmy discusses feelings and how she copes

Kara – “Getting rid of stuff”

Kara talks about stuff, guilt and memories. Kara continues to grieve the death of her partner.

Susan – “My story”

Susan talks about her story and her decision to stop chemotherapy.

Justin – My story with music and grief

Justin how he came to find music as grief therapy and how it helps him express his grief

Claudia – My story

Claudia tells her story about art and grief

Cheryl and Mike – “Everybody’s different”

Cheryl and Mike discuss how everyone is unique in their grieving. They continue to grieve the death their daughter in a car accident.

Kim – Some cry some don’t

Kim discusses how tough COVID made the hospital experience and the support she received