Join me as I recall when I decided I no longer could remain silent about having had experienced harassment and bullying within the RCMP. This was an incredibly difficult time in my life; however, was recognized as a moment that I possessed the strength to deal with such a complex situation. The unfortunate part of this was that I quickly learned that the complaint process for harassment is largely, what I perceive to be, ineffective and slow moving.
Having had a personal experience into where the weaknesses exist within a Police organization on how they handle harassment left me feeling hopeless in moments and unsupported. I eventually found an alternative solution to this situation and brought my experience to management asking for help for this individual.
I also start to recognize the real physical toll of stress on the body. In addition I begin to notice how my struggle with PTSD was growing from experienced harassment and increased workplace stress. Panic attacks and increased anxiety were a daily occurrence for me. My body had suffered as a result of this experience.
Despite seeing some positive action taken due to myself stepping forward. I believe the damage had been done so to speak. My anxiety and panic attacks did not go away on their own. Instead they continued to increase over time and grew in severity.
This episode builds on the previous episode and continues to be aimed directly at open conversation. Conversation aimed at focusing on growth and awareness. Take care of each other, always!
I hope you enjoy this weeks episode.
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