In this episode of the Pocket Sergeant podcast, Ben Dimmock shares his extensive journey in policing, highlighting the importance of mental health and wellbeing within the police force. He discusses his personal experiences with depression and how they shaped his passion for supporting colleagues. The conversation delves into the role of wellbeing teams, peer supporters, and welfare support officers, as well as the challenges faced by officers in managing trauma and workload. Ben emphasises t...
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In this episode of the Pocket Sergeant podcast, Ben Dimmock shares his extensive journey in policing, highlighting the importance of mental health and wellbeing within the police force. He discusses his personal experiences with depression and how they shaped his passion for supporting colleagues. The conversation delves into the role of wellbeing teams, peer supporters, and welfare support officers, as well as the challenges faced by officers in managing trauma and workload. Ben emphasises t...
Ian Cook | Policing Mental Health | Blue Light Lifestyle Mission | Pocket Sergeant Podcast Ep 05
Pocket Sergeant Podcast
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5 months ago
Ian Cook | Policing Mental Health | Blue Light Lifestyle Mission | Pocket Sergeant Podcast Ep 05
Send us a text In this eye-opening episode of the Pocket Sergeant Podcast, Paul Cooper speaks with Ian Cook, former police officer and founder of Blue Light Lifestyle, a powerful well-being movement built to support those working in emergency services. Ian shares his deeply personal journey from the pressures of front-line policing to confronting burnout, imposter syndrome, and a lack of emotional support within the job. After leaving the force, Ian grew Blue Light Lifestyle to tackle the is...
Pocket Sergeant Podcast
In this episode of the Pocket Sergeant podcast, Ben Dimmock shares his extensive journey in policing, highlighting the importance of mental health and wellbeing within the police force. He discusses his personal experiences with depression and how they shaped his passion for supporting colleagues. The conversation delves into the role of wellbeing teams, peer supporters, and welfare support officers, as well as the challenges faced by officers in managing trauma and workload. Ben emphasises t...
