[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.23.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.23.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.23.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||1px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]As an EMS worker, I have seen it all. The chaotic scenes of accidents, the desperate cries for help, and the raw emotions that come with each call. But there’s one thing that’s not always visible or discussed openly – mental health.
[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”25px||25px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]I used to think my job was all about physical injuries and saving lives. I was so focused on the external world that I overlooked the internal one. That is, until I hit a breaking point. The constant exposure to trauma began to take its toll on me. My heart raced at every call; my mind replayed the worst scenes over and over again. I felt helpless and alone.
[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]It’s not an easy topic to discuss, especially for someone like me who had built a career around saving lives in the most tangible ways possible. But as I began to learn more about mental health and how it intertwines with our overall well-being, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of responsibility for my own and others’.
[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]But then, I met her – a patient with no obvious physical injuries but deep emotional pain. She shared her story with me, tears streaming down her face. And in that moment, I realized that mental health was just as important as physical health.
[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://staging.statpacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/ImCode7-7.jpg” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” title_text=”ImCode7-7″ sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Mental health is not a weakness
Mental Health is a fundamental aspect of being human. We all have mental health just like we have physical health. And just as we take care of our bodies through regular exercise, balanced diet, and adequate rest, taking care of our mental health involves practices such as mindfulness, self-compassion, seeking support from others, and stress management.
[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]As an EMS worker, I may not be able to provide therapy or a magic cure for mental health issues. But what I can do is offer empathy, create a safe space for open dialogue, and normalize conversations around mental wellness. By sharing my own experiences and vulnerabilities, I hope to inspire others in the medical field – and beyond – to prioritize mental health and recognize its significance.
Taking care of our mental health isn’t a luxury; it’s essential for leading fulfilling lives. Whether you’re an EMS worker saving lives or just trying to make sense of your own life, remember that mental health matters. Let us start this conversation and continue breaking down the stigma surrounding mental wellness. Together, we can create a world where everyone feels seen, heard, and understood. #IMCode7
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