by Dorie | Jul 8, 2022 | Power of the Peer |
Trying to “fix” someone’s problem is a futile, rookie mistake. Trying to fix a person in distress assumes two things: (a) the person is broken and in need of fixing; and (b) you are just the person to do it Machines break. People hurt. Machines...
by Dorie | Apr 4, 2022 | Power of the Peer
I was recently asked one of my least favorite questions: What do you do? I dislike this question because I can’t seem to answer it in seven seconds or less (I envy people who can identify their profession, mission or calling in just a few words). I usually say...
by Dorie | Dec 18, 2021 | Building a Program, Power of the Peer |
Even though we deliver peer support training, it may surprise you to learn that we are not interested in promoting peer support, per se. We are, instead, interested in promoting wellness and well-being (which we think of as: hurting less and feeling better). We see...
by Dorie | Oct 21, 2021 | Building a Program, Mailbag, Power of the Peer
The Main Difference is the Brain Difference Please note, CISM and peer support are not in competition with one another. They are, instead, programs designed to complement one another for the safety and wellness of those in need. So why have two programs? Because...
by Dorie | Feb 21, 2020 | Building a Program, Culture of Care, Power of the Peer, Program Management-Coordination
Looking to start a support program? It can feel like quite an undertaking – especially if you’ve never done anything like this before. I remember the first time I was tasked with enhancing my agency’s peer support program. I had so many questions;...
by Dorie | Oct 13, 2019 | Building a Program, Power of the Peer, Program Management-Coordination
What is the purpose of your support program? What are you hoping to accomplish? A peer in a federal agency once asked on a coaching call: “How do I know I’ve done my job? What should I consider a success?” She wanted to understand more about outcomes. Before we...
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