9 episodes
Operation Yellow Tape Podcast Fire Lieutenant Ret. Kenny Mitchell Jr.
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Fire Lieutenant Ret. Kenny Mitchell Jr., knows firsthand the challenges that first responders and their families face.
During his 21-year career, he's seen the worst that life has to offer. After losing a friend to suicide, Kenny launched Operation Yellow Tape with a mission to make the stigma of mental health struggles in first responders and their families a setback of the past.
With the tagline, "There are too many of us to ever feel alone," Kenny shares his mental health struggles along with the pressures and demands of the job, to connect with his community on a deeper level. His raw authenticity allows him to deliver powerful messages and practical advice that resonate with fellow first responders ensuring that listeners will leave with practical tools they can implement immediately.
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009. I can't find the words
On this day four years ago we all got the call. April 28, 2020, changed us all forever. Just know it is okay to not have the words. Thank you for listening. Keep walking with me.
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If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope. -
008. Time to Go Home
In this episode, we hit a little admin with some OYT happenings. Then we dive deep into the topic of preparing ourselves and our families for us coming home from work. We end with some practices, books, and podcasts to add to that positive input you need to add to your life. I cannot do this without you. Keep walking with me.
Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/
If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope. -
007. Stigma Has a Face!
In our Episode 7 we will dive into a question sent to OYT about the face of the mental health stigma. I will read from my journal to drive home my point that yes, I've seen it. We will end with a conversation about grief and how giving up is not the answer. Thank you so much for listening. Keep the feedback coming. I read and listen to everything. I cannot do this without you. Continue walking with me.
Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/
Swag: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com/store
If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope.
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Want more in 2024
In this 6th episode we dive straight into how I've been feeling during the weeks leading up to Christmas. We discuss the importance of quickly calling for resources when you need support. We end with a conversation about improving our faith from the view of my daughter. Thank you so much for the support. I cannot do this without you. Here comes 2024! Walk with me!
Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/
If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope.
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Reach out to those who came before you!
In this 5th episode, we briefly catch up on some happenings with OYT this past month. I chat about the importance of having our emergency service retirees contacted and invited by for a cup of coffee. This goes for all professions, have them stop by. It improves not only their mental health, but yours as well. We end with a journal entry and diving headfirst into why I feel the holidays and especially this month of December can be so difficult. Thank you so much for the continued support, messages, and episode ideas. I read them all. Walk with me.
Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/
If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope. -
No Perfection
In this 4th episode we talk about Seasonal Affective Disorder and how you can hit it head on. We move into the holidays and give some tips on navigating these next few months. We also hear another quick entry from my journal. Thank you so much for joining. Walk with me.
Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/
Swag: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com/store
If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope.