Originally posted: January 31, 2024 Recently I received a shaming text, “Are you still alive?” from a close friend (outside of policing) whom I have known for 20 years, but have not socialized with for quite a while. That was all she sent. That got my back up against the wall, although I admit, I […]
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A New Year for a New Contract
Originally posted: January 2, 2024 Next month (February 1st), sworn members will FINALLY be able to use their Green Shield benefits to access Registered Clinical Counsellors (RCCs) as mental health service providers. Plus, we now have $5000 per year to support us and our dependents. That’s a big win, thanks VPU. A good place to […]
Heart Rate Variability and the Window of Tolerance
Originally posted: December 27, 2023 Becky Swan was talking about Heart Rate Variability (HRV) in the office a few weeks ago. She commented that it was similar to the Window of Tolerance (WoT). It is? That got my attention. I am familiar with WoT because three years ago Becky and I took trauma resilience training […]
Snoring Solution – a Low-Risk, Low-Cost Investment
Originally posted: December 5, 2023 If you asked me about my sleep, I would say I have always been a good sleeper. But things have changed over the years and, clearly, I haven’t been taking account. According to the Mayo Clinic, “Snoring is the hoarse or harsh sound that occurs when air flows past relaxed […]
I Had to Watch it Twice
Originally posted: November 28, 2023 A VPD member sent this to me because they thought it was impactful. I had to watch it twice and it made me aware of my stigma and my unconscious biases. Check in on those around you.
Growing in Hope
Originally posted: November 9, 2023 “Growing in Hope” is one of the slogans used by the Manitoba Farmer Wellness Program. Yes, you heard that right: a mental health program specifically designed to support farmers. I listened to the interview on the radio and I was intrigued, so I found the article in print: Virden woman […]