Janice Arnoldi
Janice Arnoldi
Valhalla Project Niagara for Vets & First Responders With PTSD
Valhalla Project Niagara for Vets & First Responders With PTSD
Valhalla Project Niagara for Vets & First Responders With PTSD
Tuesday 11th July 2023
Join Janice Arnoldi and Graham Bettes as they discuss PTSD, The Valhalla Project Niagara, and the meditative power of labyrinths.
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Episode Overview
- Graham Bettes shares his personal experience with PTSD after a 30-year police career
- The Valhalla Project Niagara offers a five-day program equipped with coping skills and a supportive network
- Exploring the meditative qualities and metaphorical significance of labyrinths as an active coping skill
PTSD is only dangerous when you're suicidal and alone.
Ever wondered how veterans and first responders cope with the invisible wounds of PTSD? In this heartfelt episode of 'Life Unscripted', host Janice Arnoldi sits down with Graham Bettes, co-founder of The Valhalla Project Niagara. This non-profit charity offers a lifeline to those battling post-traumatic stress disorder through its innovative Learn to Live (L2L) program.
Graham, who spent 30 years in the police force, opens up about his own struggles with PTSD and the toll it takes on those who serve. He emphasizes that while the L2L program isn't a substitute for therapy, it provides a unique space for participants to share their stories and pick up vital life skills. The episode also dives into the fascinating concept of labyrinths as a meditative tool, illustrating how these intricate pathways can help manage PTSD symptoms.
Whether you're a veteran, a first responder, or someone supporting a loved one with PTSD, this episode offers a blend of personal experience and practical advice that's both enlightening and comforting.