Flight of Thoughts
Flight of Thoughts
Mental Health First-Aid for the workplace, laughing at Old Settler's Remedies, how using comedy facilitates healing
Mental Health First-Aid for the workplace, laughing at Old Settler's Remedies, how using comedy facilitates healing
Mental Health First-Aid for the workplace, laughing at Old Settler's Remedies, how using comedy facilitates healing
Monday 11th February 2019
Jake and Charlie discuss mental health first-aid for the workplace, covering symptoms, interventions, and the healing power of humor.
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Get the buttons here!Healing Through Humor: Mental Health First-Aid in the Workplace
So many people I've talked to who watch good movies that are dark humor and they go: wow, that really made me change the way I look at my health problem.
Imagine being able to spot when a colleague is struggling and knowing exactly how to help. In this episode of 'Flight of Thoughts', Jake teams up with his friend Charlie, a paramedic and 911 call-taker, to share practical mental health first-aid tips for the workplace. They break down symptoms and peer-support strategies for conditions like depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, trauma-related disorders, substance use disorders, and psychosis.
By explaining the neurological processes behind these disorders, Jake and Charlie offer clear guidance on how to assist someone in crisis effectively. But it's not all serious talk. The duo also dives into the lighter side of healing by exploring the role of dark comedy in processing trauma. They argue that humor can be a powerful tool for overcoming negative emotions and making sense of past traumatic experiences.
Jake even shares some amusing old settler's remedies from a bygone era, giving everyone a good laugh while highlighting how far we've come in medical understanding. Whether you're looking to support a co-worker or simply curious about the latest research on psychedelics for mental health, this episode provides valuable insights with a touch of humor. Tune in to learn how to foster a supportive and empathetic workplace environment.