Building Resilience: Navigating Traumatic Stress and Finding Hope After Hurricanes Helene and Milton

23/10/2024 35 min Temporada 7 Episodio 4
Building Resilience: Navigating Traumatic Stress and Finding Hope After Hurricanes Helene and Milton

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Send us a textCounseling Resources:If you are feeling suicidal please call or text 988.A free, 24/7, multilingual hotline that offers crisis counseling and support for people experiencing emotional distress related to disasters: Call 1-800-985-5990Text "TalkWithUs" to 66746Spanish speakers can call and press "2" for bilingual supportFlorida 211 Network: A 24/7 network that provides resources, including mental wellness care and local health and community services. CALL 211Florida Disaster Mental Health ResourcesDiscover the transformative power of resilience as we navigate the complex landscape of traumatic stress following the fierce hurricanes Helene and Milton in October 2024. What if you could turn overwhelming stress into a catalyst for growth? Join us as we promise practical insights and strategies to equip you with the tools needed to manage the profound mental and physical health impacts disasters leave in their wake.Explore the intricate ways in which stress manifests, from heightened anxiety and sleep disturbances to more severe conditions like PTSD. We unravel the signs that often go unnoticed, emphasizing the importance of recognizing these early indicators to prevent long-term health issues. Offering more than just theory, we introduce actionable strategies and resources like BetterHelp to support those without immediate access to professional care. By acknowledging these challenges, we position ourselves to better understand and address the cognitive hurdles that can arise during such trying times.Finally, find solace in stories of hope and resilience, underpinning the belief in a higher plan that offers comfort amidst chaos. We highlight the significance of building routines and practicing self-care, from mindfulness and journaling to engaging in fulfilling volunteer work. Through faith and community, there's renewed strength to face uncertainty, reminding us that even in darkness, there are paths to healing and renewed purpose.Song Your'e Gonna Be Okay used by permission musicbed.comRecording(s) "You're Gonna Be Ok" by Bethel Music (4:21)Individual Youtube Creator / PodcasterClients No client or brand/company workDistributionsStandard Coverage - Web / Social Media (Up to 1 million subscribers), Podcast (Up to 10k monthlydownloads)Monetization IncludedLicense Date October 22, 2024You ARE:SEEN KNOWN HEARD LOVED VALUED

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