3 Minute Feel Good Article…
I came across this article in the NY Times. It is a well written article about the Law Enforcement Officer that was one the original founders of the Make A Wish Foundation.
Click HERE or the picture below to read more…
I came across this article in the NY Times. It is a well written article about the Law Enforcement Officer that was one the original founders of the Make A Wish Foundation.
Click HERE or the picture below to read more…
Check out the latest Law Enforcement Family Network Flashlight Series Video!
Therapist Rebecca Grondel, MA explores the importance of stopping and paying attention to what our kids are REALLY saying.
Dr Stephanie Conn, the founder of First Responder Psychology in Beaverton Oregon, and author of the book, “Increasing Resilience in Police and Emergency Personnel.” highlights some of the specific benefits of a treatment method called EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing).
This treatment method is very effective for dealing with significant and accumulative trauma, with the added benefit of having no physiological side effects.
Dr Conn mentions a link in her Flashlight episode and you may find more information about EMDR HERE or another resource HERE
In this timely Flashlight Series Video, Rebecca Grondel, MA gives insight and ideas for maintaining connection with your partner, family or loved ones during times of stress. From the simple moments of who is emptying the dishwasher to bigger tougher moments.
Lieutenant Julie Beard from the Redmond Police Department offers families some helpful tips for enjoying a safe Halloween.
Looks like the weather and the moon are going to add to the holiday fun!
In this Flashlight episode brought to you by Behind the Badge Foundation’s Law Enforcement Family Network, Jeremy and Ketryna Wade talk about resilience for officers and their families.
Jeremy is an SPD officer and founder of Fearless Resilience, a training and consulting organization for first responders. During their episode, Jeremy and Ketryna talk about how they try to focus on what they can control, especially during times of stress.
Jeremy mentioned a book by Dr. Carol Deweck titled, MINDSET.
Dr. Dewek writes a great deal about growth mindset. Growth vs. Fixed mindset is an important topic for officers as a way of viewing and managing stress. The information in this article is also helpful during 2020 as a way to navigate the unpredictable. Here is a link to article that covers more information: HERE
Jeremy Wade
Founder/ Lead Training Instructor
206-817-5410
jeremywade@nullfearlessresilience.com
Ketryna Wade
Business Manager
206-999-6463
ketrynawade@nullfearlessresilience.com
You may learn more about Fearless Resilience by visiting their website HERE
Absolutely worth the wait! Check out Part II of this week’s LEFN Flashlight Series YouTube Video!