Solidarity: We Hear You
We are first responders and first responder families and we’re not alone. If you’re looking for solidarity, this one’s for you.
Communication
Who Takes Care of You?
It’s possible we miss something in this stark denial of care from others. We miss connection and healthy dependency.
Spotlight: Steph Rubel, Fire Captain’s Wife
From a wife’s perspective, [you need] a plan for communicating better. If you don’t let them talk about it, they’re going to shut down and your communication is going to shut down with it.
Words Matter: Communication Amidst Conflict
If we say how we feel without ‘attacking,’ our communication works because the other person wouldn’t need to defend themselves.