LISTEN: Lifeline 911 Ep. 34: "Ted Talk: The Hero's Choice" Ft. AEP's Ted Bourgeois
On the latest episode of the Lifeline 911 Podcast, co-host Erica Roberts sits down with AEP Director of Education Ted Bourgeois to talk about stress in the 911 center. Citing examples and lessons from our workshop “Stress Reduction Strategies: The Hero’s Choice“, Ted talks about how unchecked stress can accumulate over time, and end up affecting your life and those around you, both inside the 911 center and in your personal life. Ted Erica and Gary then discuss how to consciously acknowledge the stress, and give examples for stress avoidance.
From the episode’s description:
For every hero behind the headset, the day-to-day stresses of the job can quickly build and create tension in your life. This tension can lead to mistakes at work and disaster at home. But there are paths you can take to avoid that, and understanding the problem is the first step to take. Joining us this week is Ted Bourgeois, the director of education at American Emergency Preparedness (AEP), who has a career spanning four decades in emergency services to talk about the physicals and emotional challenges "stress" can bring on and, more importantly, how to overcome it.
Co-hosted by AEP instructor Erica Roberts, the podcast explores a wide range of topics related to emergency preparedness, including expert interviews, practical tips, and real-life stories. Whether you're a seasoned dispatcher or just started your emergency communications career, Lifeline 911 is here to provide valuable insights and guidance to help you navigate this job field. Lifeline’s hosts can be reached at LifeLine911Podcast@gmail.com.
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