Creating a culture of wellness is critical in the first responder workplace
Creating a culture of wellness in the first responder workplace is imperative in fostering healthy habits in response to the trauma that will be faced in the field. It’s even more critical for first responder employers to actively create dialogue with departments regarding mental health implications, provide programming for those suffering from post traumatic stress, […]
Implications of obsessive compulsive disorder
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health disorder and one that should be taken seriously. This type of disorder typically builds up over a period of time and can be triggered by a traumatic life event or stressful experience. For those of you who have never experienced OCD or may have never come across […]
Alleviate stress by deep breathing with the Headspace or Calm app
Many people around the world benefit from mindful meditation, and so many others would like to meditate but don’t know how. No worries, your theories about the act of meditation may seem complicated, but it’s not complicated at all. As you may already know, mindful meditation is just the act of practicing mindfulness, which focuses […]
Strengthen confidence and self-esteem with these 10 tips
Strengthening self-esteem and confidence in sobriety serves as the footprint to continued wellness in recovery. When we are confident, we feel as if we can do anything. When our self-esteem is at an adequate level or higher, we believe we deserve the best. But, when a person is in recovery and has not tackled how […]
Reap the benefits of meditation without meditating
Did you know meditation is one of the most effective forms of therapy? But, not everyone can sit still and rid their mind of thoughts. Don’t worry, we have your back and some ideas on how you can gain the positive effects of meditation without meditating. Decades of research have proven that meditating a little […]
Aromatherapy can help relieve stress and anxiety
Feeling stressed? Is your anxiety out of control? Well, aromatherapy is one of the easiest ways to bring stress levels down and calm nerves by doing next to nothing with this holistic healing treatment. One form of aromatherapy is the use of scents from essential oils, typically through a diffuser, where you are inhaling molecules […]
EMDR therapy successfully treats 80 percent of clients battling PTSD
Did you know post traumatic stress disorder can be treated successfully with Eye Movement Desensitizing and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)? According to EMDR Institute Inc., some of the studies conducted on EMDR prove that 84 percent to 90 percent of single-trauma victims no longer have post-traumatic stress disorder after only three 90-minute sessions. Now, you may […]
A horse can promote positive mental health through equine-assisted psychotherapy
Equine-assisted psychotherapy is a hands-on cathartic and experiential therapy modality known to help people cope with PTSD, anxiety, substance abuse, and more. This form of therapy is best in addition to traditional therapy for those who love being around animals and enjoy spending time outdoors. Did you know that horses have senses powerful enough to […]
How to build a survivor’s mindset with psychological tactics
First responders face some of the most intense, high-pressure situations imaginable. The key to enduring these challenges isn’t just physical strength—it’s the survival mindset. This mental resilience allows first responders to stay focused, overcome adversity, and maintain long-term well-being despite repeated exposure to trauma. A survival mindset is not just about getting through an emergency; […]
Do you know the health benefits of green exercise?
People often create resolutions at the beginning of each new year, and many people see their primary goal as getting into better shape. While COVID-19 restrictions prevented so many of us from exercising indoors throughout 2020, people turned to the great outdoors for their workouts, which encompasses far more benefits anyway. “Green exercise” refers to […]