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Jane – Remembering loved ones

Jane talks about some ways she remembers her grandparents since her passing and the comfort that brings her as she grieves for them.

Lyss – Depression, Anxiety, and Self Harm

Depression, anxiety, self harm, theapy, support, mental health, suicide

John Martin – Loss, Grief and Covid-19

John discusses loss and COVID

Angie – Cumulative grief, cumulative trauma

Angie discusses the challenges of policing and how trauma and grief can accumulate

Susan – “Looking for answers”

Susan talks about the concept of a good death.

Krista – “Range of emotions”

Krista talks about the journey towards acceptance.

John Martin – Loss Grief and Recovery

John explains what is on the other side of grief and loss

John Martin – Recognize What Your Loss Means For You Now And In The Future

John discusses what comes next after initial shock

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.

Lisa -How grief changes

Lisa talks about being lost after her Dad passed away and two years later how she has come to a place of groundedness

Teresa – Main issues with intellectual disabilities and grief

Teresa shares some of the main issues that people with intellectual disabilities in grief such as communication and size of their circles

Jaylene Delorme-Buggins – “We Matter Campaign”

Jaylene talks about addiction, abuse, loss and how she turned her life around.