I'm a first responder at my workplace: Tonight was emotionally taxing.

There was a co-worker who had a maximum-strength panic attack: so bad I thought he was having a heart attack at first. I and some other first responders sat and talked to him for a long long time. The dude was going through some real shit, but I think we helped him a little bit.

It feels like there are more and more mental health issues coming to a head this year. Maybe it's partially related to the post covid fallout, maybe it's just the cracks starting to show in our sick society. I don't know all the root causes; I just live here.

I have access to a lot of numbers and resources, but I thought it would be nice to hear if any Nostrians have stories, suggestions, or resources they'd like to point to the community at large.

I'm going to go try to do something relaxing to unwind before I sleep, thanks in advance to anyone who participates. I will send some zaps out tomorrow to all the helpful, brave, and thoughtful responses.

Remember to be kind; Thanks!

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