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If you are looking for peer support, you may want to listen to this episode with Jeffery Denning. Jeff will discuss the importance of asking for help with a bit of humor to lighten up our mood. If you want to laugh a little but learn a lot, this podcast is for you!
In this episode, you will learn:
⦁ Police tips (3:40);
⦁ Why is there an uptick of first responders' mental health problems during the holiday season (5:17);
⦁ Why is it so hard for people in dark places to reach out (8:04);
⦁ Do first responders aren't willing to admit that they need help (10:00);
⦁ How do we know who a good person is to reach out to or an effective method (18:15);
⦁ Happiness is derived from relationships (21:04);
⦁ What is peer support counseling (27:21);
⦁ Is there a correlation between first responders empathy and resilience (31:17);
⦁ The science behind our well-being (37:31); and
⦁ Additional tips to take care of ourselves physically and mentally (46:22)
Who is Jeffrey Denning?
Recently retired first responder, mental health advocate, military veteran, and author of several books, including Warrior SOS.
Visit Jeffrey Denning's Website (https://jeffreydenning.com/)
Buy his books:
Warrior SOS: Military Veterans' Stories of Faith, Emotional Survival and Living with PTSD (https://www.amazon.com/Warrior-SOS-Military-Veterans-Emotional/dp/1462117341/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=jeffrey+denning&qid=1602273558&sr=8-1)
Our True Identity: Discovering Our Divine DNA (https://www.amazon.com/Our-True-Identity-Discovering-Divine-ebook/dp/B07HGFKHWH/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=jeffrey+denning&qid=1602273558&sr=8-4)
The Work of Death (https://www.amazon.com/Work-Death-Jeffrey-Denning-ebook/dp/B00N1WO4XI/)
Leaders Wanted: The Power of Influence, Professional Behavior and Moral Leadership (https://www.amazon.com/Leaders-Wanted-Influence-Professional-Leadership-ebook/dp/B00I6U1YZG/)
Together Forever: Important Life Lessons for Families and Future Generations (https://www.amazon.com/Together-Forever-Important-Families-Generations-ebook/dp/B00LVXY7T0/)
101 Police Tips: A Humorous Collection of Law Enforcement Advice to the Public (https://www.amazon.com/101-Police-Tips-Collection-Enforcement-ebook/dp/B07HGG8X4G)
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As a First Responder, you are critical in keeping our communities safe. However, the stress and trauma of the job can take a toll on your mental health and family life.
If you're interested in personal coaching, contact Jerry Lund at 801-376-7124. Let's work together to get you where you want to be and ensure a happy and healthy career.
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