Alcohol Tipping Point
Alcohol Tipping Point
When Work is the Reason You Drink with Katharine Pope
When Work is the Reason You Drink with Katharine Pope
When Work is the Reason You Drink with Katharine Pope
Wednesday 13th July 2022
Crime scene specialist Katharine Pope shares her journey to sobriety and offers tips for first responders to manage stress without alcohol.
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Get the buttons here!Katharine Pope: Thriving Alcohol-Free in High-Stress Jobs
I think I want to bring alcohol freedom to first responders, because I think that there's a lot of focus on kind of that, like the crisis of suicide right now and the mental health crisis, and like people that are very bad and kind of down at the bottom of the barrel.
Ever wondered how people in high-stress jobs manage to stay grounded? Katharine Pope, a crime scene specialist and forensic investigator, offers a unique perspective on this. In this episode of 'Alcohol Tipping Point', she opens up about her journey to quitting alcohol and the mission she’s embarked on to support first responders. Katharine's story is not just about overcoming personal challenges but also about helping others navigate the intense pressures of their jobs.
With years of experience dealing with death investigations and the harsh realities that come with it, Katharine knows the toll such work can take on mental health. She dives into her struggles with PTSD and how alcohol initially seemed like a coping mechanism. But what happens when the very thing you rely on starts holding you back? Katharine shares her turning point and the steps she took to reclaim her life.
For anyone working in high-stress environments, this episode is packed with practical advice. Katharine discusses the importance of setting boundaries, prioritizing sleep, and building a support network. She also sheds light on why it’s often so hard for first responders to ask for help and how they can overcome this barrier. Whether you’re a first responder, someone in a high-pressure job, or just curious about managing stress without alcohol, Katharine’s insights are invaluable.
Tune in to hear her tips on staying healthy, coping with stress, and leading a fulfilling alcohol-free life.