“A Place Beside the Fire” is causing a lot of people to be in touch. Someone this morning who was moved by its lyrics asked me the most thoughtful question I’ve been asked in a long time. With the importance of the job you’re doing and the constant firefighting, how do you not get overwhelmed and have it take a toll on your mental health.
I do think we should discuss that sort of thing more, because for many, it feels like we’re constantly fighting for the most basic of things. I’ve got great strategies and support mechanisms in place, but it wasn’t always that way. And I know some people struggle and find it hard not to be angry a lot of the time. a conversation about how to advocate without losing your equilibrium, your composure and your positivity is a very important discussion to have. I need to think about that some more.
