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Every First Responder Deserves Solace

Many first responders are dealing with the consequences of witnessing and experiencing trauma on a regular basis.

To those struggling with depression (particularly young people) who haven’t told anyone about it, I urge you to share.

I’ve had bad days, even horrible ones, but I’ve kept going, and now I’m living my best life.

Every day I get a little stronger, and I grow. That’s all I can ask of myself.

I have learned that getting help early is critical. Don’t wait until you’re in crisis.

Oftentimes, the first step in a mental health journey is to reckon with the past.

I have found a healthy balance of my support systems: faith, therapeutic intervention, family and humor.

Alters can have their own unique identities with different genders, goals, beliefs and roles.

I believe providers need to do a better job of helping people build fulfilling lives.

I write not only for myself but for those who cannot tell their own stories.