Understanding grief, the epidemic of suicide, and the efforts to prevent it. This week, Mary VanHaute, suicide prevention specialist, shares invaluable insights into the needed change to address suicide rates in America and the firehouse. Paul and Mary also discuss how grief affects people and can change families. This week’s podcast captures the mission of Beyond the Shield Perfectly as we talk about difficult topics and ignite hope for change. Subscribe and don’t miss an episode! Visit us on: Instagram: 
/ conwayshield Website: https://www.conwayshield.com/ Important links Conway Shield: https://www.conwayshield.com/shieldbu… Chief’s Choice: https://www.conwayshield.com/fire/chi… Conway Shield Training: https://www.conwayshield.com/training… About us: https://www.conwayshield.com/about-us Chapters: 0:00 intro 2:11 The Why? 8:30 Lasting Grief 16:40 Bereavement policies 25:00 Suicide as a societal issue 39:00 Observations vs Data 46:00 Hiding the hurt 50:00 Beginning Change 57:00 Don’t struggle in silence 1:08 PTSD in the workplace 1:16 you don’t leave the tragedy with the uniform 1:22 Closing