Intrusive memories and images from the job can be a daily struggle for first responders. In this episode, Dr. Bart J. Leger shares practical strategies to manage these persistent thoughts and reclaim your peace of mind.

Ever find yourself haunted by intrusive memories and images from the job that keep popping up when you’re just driving down the road, or trying to get to sleep?

How do you stop it?

Instead of self-medicating or trying not to think about it, join us as we explore practical ways to turn off those intrusive memories and reclaim your peace of mind.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL LEARN:

• Why these images and memories are coming back to haunt you.
• What you’re doing wrong.
• Five practical techniques you can try to keep these intrusive memories from taking over your life.

Want to jump right to the techniques to try? Go to 12:06.007 in the timeline.

No one should have to go on re-experiencing the tough calls you’ve already had to deal with.

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Houston Area CISM GRIN Training

This 3-day course, hosted by the Atascocita Fire Department, will teach you how to support your peers through effective communication, emotional resilience, and understanding the psychological impact of crises.