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Category: Connor’s Corner

When Citizens Become Civilians

Posted on February 14, 2018July 5, 2020 by Ben Chambless

Have you noticed how certain terms change once you become a peace officer? The “us against them”’ mentality or format begins to invade our perception and personality. Individuals go from being close…

Own Worst Enemy

Posted on February 13, 2018July 5, 2020 by Ben Chambless

We already work in an environment where foes may out number friends, but the evolution into an actual enemy is one of our least desired goals. And yet, many times an actual…

Surviving Shift Work

Posted on April 16, 2017July 5, 2020 by Ben Chambless

In our field, shift work is part of life. It is the inevitable consequence of offering services 24-7. Fortunately or unfortunately, it is becoming more and more common in our society, prompting…

It’s Chemistry Not Character

Posted on April 16, 2017July 5, 2020 by Ben Chambless

So says Patrick Kennedy in his new book on his family, providing a personal performance perspective for all of us when dealing with individuals within our environmental duties who have mental difficulties….

Making The Grade

Posted on January 10, 2017July 5, 2020 by Ben Chambless

MAKING THE GRADE We’re going to engage in an activity everyone has looked forward to since we first went to school, determining the grade we should receive. The subject matter is our occupation, and…

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