First Responders, Stress Management and Coronoavirus – During this free webinar on Thursday, April 2 at 1pm EDT, former paramedic, law enforcement trainer and resilience expert Mike Taigman will explain how stress affects first responders and provide strategies you can use to manage during the long haul of this pandemic.
You might also be interested in this article from FireRescue1.com by a firefighter who used meditation to find peace of mind.
Resources from the International Fire Association
- COVID-19 Behavioral Health Considerations – advice on mental health issues that may be experienced during the COVID-19 outbreak.
- Guidance for Peer Support – Checking in with Quarantined and Isolated Members
- Helping Your Family Cope with COVID-19
- What to Expect in Quarantine and Isolation
iRest
iRest (Integrative Restoration) is a meditation practice based on the ancient tradition of Yoga Nidra and adapted to suit the conditions of modern life. When practiced regularly – a little and often – iRest enables you to meet each moment of your life with unshakable peace and wellbeing, no matter how challenging or difficult your situation. iRest was developed by Dr. Richard Miller. Based on current studies with iRest in the military, the Defense Centers of Excellence has approved iRest as a Complementary and Alternative Medicine warranting continuing research for its use in the treatment of PTSD. In addition, the U.S. Army Surgeon General has listed Yoga Nidra (based on research with iRest) as a Tier 1 approach for addressing Pain Management in Military Care. iRest has been shown to be effective in scientific trials for conditions including chronic pain, sleep problems, depression and anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Click here to try some free guided iRest meditations.
Coronavirus Sanity Guide
In times like these, we need practical, actionable ways of coping with stress, fear, and anxiety. The meditations, podcasts, blog posts, and talks on this page will help you build resilience and find some calm amidst the chaos.
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Mental Health and Psychological Considerations During COVID-19 Outbreak – from the World Health Organization. Learn more
