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It’s Ok to Say I’m Not Ok
June 19, 2023 @ 13:30 - 16:00
FreePresented by: David Lewis, Instructor; NFA, MFRI, and UMD; Scott Geiselhart, Retired FF, Frazee, MN
Room 206
As individuals, we carry the weight of everyday stresses around each day: work, family, financial status, having more time to enjoy life. Couple that with the mental stresses of emergency response: witness to life and property loss, sleep deprivation, poor nutrition, and we are equal to a ticking time bomb. Come learn how to identify the signs of stress and how to combat stress in order to maintain mental wellness.
After attending this presentation, you will:
-Understand the mental stresses of firefighting and EMS
-Learn how individuals react to stress
-Discuss actions needed to combat stress
-Identify resources for member support