“Shall any man hate me? That will be his affair. But I will be mild and benevolent toward every man, and ready to show even him his mistake, not reproachfully, nor yet as making a display of my endurance, but nobly and honestly.” – Marcus Aurelius

In This Episode, We Get Stoic About:

When faced with prejudice against our profession it can be easy to get defensive. After all, you didn’t do anything deserving of the enmity. But does that defensiveness win any hearts and minds? No. Marcus Aurelius invites us to, instead, consider the transformative potential of responding to hate with love and benevolence.

We talk about how to rise above hatred on today’s podcast!

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Takeaways:

• Responding to hate and criticism with love and benevolence can elevate one's character and profession.
• Showing empathy to those who hate you can help prove them wrong through your actions.
• Law enforcement professionals should prioritize their mental health and seek support from organizations like the Overwatch Collective.
• September is Suicide Awareness Prevention Month, and it's important to be aware of the mental health challenges faced by first responders.

Until Next Time…out of role!