Welcome to I Will Hold Space For Your Darkness; a First Responder Mental Health Podcast. This is part of a bonus series, where host Erin Jane shares previously aired segments from her radio show "Holding Space with Erin Jane".
Erin is former Australian Police Officer and Detective, previous crisis counsellor for a suicide prevention organisation and certified Wellness Coach for First Responders, Emergency Services Members, Public Safety Professionals and their Spouses. She is also the wife of an active duty American Firefighter.
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This episode is a double, from Suicide Prevention Month and we felt it was important to share here, in the lead up to Christmas. As we acknowledge this time of year isn't always happy for everyone, so wanted to share these thoughtful episodes with that in mind.
Both shows previously aired on Tuesday 9th September and Thursday 11th September, 2025 respectfully and is shared here, with permission from the station.
Tuesday Erin Jane discusses some of her own experiences with suicide, both personal and professional, as many in the First Responder, Emergency Services and Veteran community have been impacted by a loss of this nature. This conversation is not meant to be heavy with sorrow, but instead honest and real. Taking away the fear and stigma attached to a subject matter many people don't know how to discuss.
Thursday, Erin Jane focuses on suicide prevention. When someone struggling has opened up courageously and shared they're struggling with suicidal thoughts or ideation....then what do we do? She talks about:
This episode continues the dialogue about suicide prevention; having real conversations to comfortable with the uncomfortable and break down those barriers, so no one feels alone or that they have no one to turn to...(especially at this time of year).
Please feel free to reach out if you'd like a topic discussed, to be a guest or are interested in receiving coaching services from Erin Jane.
Email: info@erinjanecoaching.com
Website: https://www.erinjanecoaching.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erinjanecoaching
Call or Text: +1 617 396 4695
YouTube Ep: https://youtu.be/gT2gJM3r2OQ
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