Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one’s life for his friends John 15:13
A week or so ago, I wrote about PTSD and how it has come to be seen over the past century. We now, of course have extended the concept of war related trauma to any trauma experienced in life- abuse, injuries, witnessing death and accidents- indeed, there are hosts of possible causes of trauma, and subsequently, PTSD.
While some people are in a world where trauma is rare (thankfully), first responders live in that world every day. My adult children, one a police officer, the other a trauma surgeon, experience trauma on nearly a daily basis. They are professionals, and they know well the costs of their professions. They can discuss PTSD, they understand it, and they find ways to handle it extremely well. They are among thousands of first responders around the world who serve us well.
That however does not mean that it doesn’t affect them. They are committed to their professions, and I am so proud of them. I also write this to remind my dear readers that we need to support our first responders, pray for them, and recognize those costs of keeping us all safe.
Prayer: Lord, we once again pray for those who serve and protect us, even at their own peril, Amen
Reflections of a Counselor 