Do you work for the emergency services or front-line NHS? It’s not easy, is it? Every day we can be the focus of people’s attacks – verbal or otherwise. How many times have you heard ‘I pay your wages’. The culture of your organisation can also be a challenge – red tape, bullying, or traumatic incidents, the list goes on. I’m Frank. I was a police officer for 16 years service. I now work on a variety of projects for my local community that includes running a bereavement peer support group. And I’m Tori, I was a police officer for 23 years. I...
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Episode 9 - Guest Spot with Dr. Mark Brain
We had some sound quality issues whilst recording this episode. It lasts for about five minutes. Please accept our apologies for this.Mark mentioned a number of resources in this e…
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Episode 7 - Coping Mechanisms for Stress
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Podcast Trailer 27/01/2025, 16:35:38
You can join our facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568198166659After every episode, there is an extended conversation on our facebook group 'Beyond the Bl…