The long lonely path living with PTSD. What is PTSD? “Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Frightening situations happen to everyone at some point. People can react in many different ways: they might feel nervous, have a hard time sleeping well, or go over the details of the situation in their mind. These thoughts or experiences […]
Read MoreOfficer sworn to protect the vulnerable only to abuse!
It is sad to learn of another veteran police officer who has taken his position of authority and power, a position he has sworn to protect the most vulnerable, our children, and been charged with abusing these victims. The victims have been re-victimized by a man who was to be their protector. “A veteran Vancouver […]
Read MoreSexual harassment complaints- action vs inaction.
Sexual harassment is devastating for victims. The trauma can last a lifetime and may result in PTSD. The stress, anxiety, distrust and fear leave the victim in a helpless state. Addressing complaints is vital and management must take the allegations seriously with enforcement of policies to protect the victim. Enforcement of accountability for the perpetrator […]
Read MoreWorkplace bullying -Speaking up when your voice is silent?
Last Monday at McNally Robinson in Winnipeg was my book launch for FIND YOUR VOICE: surviving workplace conflict. It seemed ironic that the day before this exciting event I developed laryngitis. No voice in promoting FIND YOUR VOICE! Nothing but a gravelly sound could be heard from my lips interrupted with silence between words. Panic […]
Read MoreSex with a minor or someone in your care – strictly forbidden unless you are an RCMP.
A $100 million settlement for sexual harassment and bullying, hundreds of victims traumatized and yet the RCMP cannot seem to decide the code of conduct of its own officers. Some how the RCMP needs to figure out what kind of person they want to represent the badge. Although the case is before the courts I […]
Read MoreFear and Intolerance allow violence?
Fear and intolerance is an excuse for violence. People use all sorts of reasons to justify their abusive behaviours, to bully, to deny their own racism, to defend violence against women and to simply convince themselves that all their problems are because of someone else. The co-workers who bullied and abused me insisted everything was […]
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