S2E4 Duty To Serve (Behind the Badge)
from JumpingN2Life® Hosted by Allen Thomas
WARNING: This episode discusses suicide. What if the greatest threat to law enforcement isn’t on the streets, but inside the uniform? Society has often redefined silence as strength. But for the men and women behind the badge, silence shouldn’t have to be the only option. This episode takes an honest look at emotional recovery, mental fortitude, and the importance of making mental well-being part of the conversation in law enforcement. Society expects those in uniform to be unbreakable. But what happens when the most pressing threat to their well-being is something no protective vest can shield them from? Former Cedar Hill ISD Police Chief James Hawthorne of Cedar Hill, Texas, discusses these issues and more. He shares his opinions on how law enforcement professionals can protect their mental well-being, maintain their sense of self while serving the communities they have sworn to protect. Being strong doesn’t mean suffering in silence. You wear the badge. You serve the community. You deserve support, too. If you or someone you know is experiencing thoughts of suicide, help is available. In the United States, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
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