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In this episode of the Wellness Brief, Emily Hitchings and Greg Friese discuss the intense confrontation between an Oklahoma sheriff and a police officer over a warrant service.
“I have no words,” Hitchings said. “I was really shocked by this video.”
Their discussion delves into the dynamics of authority, power differential and communication breakdowns after the sheriff berated the officer with multiple f-bombs and vulgar language. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of emotional intelligence and effective leadership in maintaining order and respect.
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“You saw him take a big, deep breath, and he realized me yelling isn’t going to do any good and he started to use those CIT skills that we teach, where you lower your voice in the hopes that the other person brings their voice down.”
About The Brief: Wellness Edition
The Brief: Wellness Edition video series explores the wellness implications of current events for public safety professionals. Each episode brings a timely conversation that connects unfolding events to the day-to-day realities of first responders.
