Talking Circle Galveston County

12/11/2025

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There is a quiet wound spreading through the fire service, EMS, policing, and every corner of public safety. It is not always visible, it rarely announces itself, and most people working on the front lines don’t have the language for it.

12/10/2025

still on the job or retired heres some tips... Our minds and our bodies are a single working unit. One can't be healthy without the other.

How you can maintain long-term health, resilience, and effectiveness.

12/09/2025

article was written for firefighters but applies to anyone in emergency services or military.

Connect Why the habits that protect firefighters on the job rewrite the emotional architecture of the people closest to them.

12/07/2025

For many the holidays are not cheerful or joyous. It can be a very lonely time of year for those that have lost a loved one, are far from family or have no one to be with during the holiday season. The holidays can be a harsh reminder of the loneliness being felt.

If you are feeling alone and isolated take some time to ground yourself. Take a walk, feel the ground under your feet, look at the sky, the clouds, listen to the sounds. Concentrate on your breathing, breath in through your nose for a count of five, hold for a count of five, exhale through your mouth for a count of five and hold for a count of five (box breathing). Be aware if you are cold, warm, cold fingers and toes. Be aware of the surroundings. Take your time, don’t rush. If you find something beautiful in your surroundings, in yourself, you’re grounded.
...Being bombarded with reminders everywhere you go and every sense is overloaded with advertisers telling us how we "should" be feeling. There is nothing wrong with not feeling or having the holiday spirit. Its impossible to avoid all the triggers......

If you know someone struggling Don’t be offended if you reach out with an invitation for shopping, parties or family meals and are turned down. For those suffering, seeing people celebrating can be even more isolating and a reminder of their pain.

You can offer your time to sit and talk, to share a meal in a non festive setting or be creative in a non-festive way of connecting.

The greatest gift you can give someone is your time.

Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Call or text 988 before the crisis to learn what resources are available or if you are feeling overwhelmed and just need to talk.

11/27/2025

11/27/2025

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11/27/2025

Holidays can be overwhelming. Many of us find ourselves alone, physically, mentally or both). There is HELP, reach out. Call or text 988. You do not have to be in crisis to call or text. Make the call or send the text before the crisis. It's not just talk, it's access to resources.

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11/22/2025

Don't let the title of this stop you from watching. These simple movements being added into your daily routines can have huge benefits.

Mental and Physical fitness are not separate things. They go hand in hand and you can't have one without the other. This video will help in understanding why.

I liked this video for a few reasons. It breaks down the movements and explains why it works and how its working in easy to understand language, and what is specifically gained.

This video is for anyone, any age and these simple movements can be incorporated into your daily routine.

It costs nothing but some of your time and doesn't need any equipment.

💥 Why do Japanese elders live nearly 30 years longer than Americans — while staying strong, flexible, and independent well into their 80s and 90s? The shock...

11/19/2025

This year let our Auxiliary bake your thanksgiving pies for PTSD. 100% of proceeds benefit Camp Hope for the future of Camp Faith in Houston, Tx. Order forms are behind the bar in the canteen. Pumpkin, Pecan, Chocolate Cream and Coconut cream pies. $15 each.

11/11/2025

If you are struggling, reach out. You do not need to be in crisis to call or text 988. They can connect you to resources to help before the crisis.

11/03/2025

and... Not listed on the flyer,
Friday The Elks Lodge 2322 in Kemah is hosting a dinner for Veterans and First Responders at 7PM call for details (281)334-2322

Honor our heroes at our Salute to Military & First Responders event! Enjoy discounts, live music, competitions, & fireworks this November at Kemah Boardwalk.

10/29/2025

Here's another opportunity for some excellent training for First Responders at Collage of the Mainland in Texas City on Jan. 20-21