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At Pause First, we understand what first responders endure, and the toll it takes. For those who face dysfunction, disaster, violence, and death on the job, that toll can be deadly.

From shift work to accident and crime scenes to victims and perpetrators, first responders face a number of daily stressors and trauma. It’s no wonder that many lose sleep or suffer from anxiety, depression, Post-Traumatic Stress and PTSD, and are frequently cited as one of the professions with the highest suicide rates.

We offer trainings to help these heroes mentally prepare for and work through the stresses they encounter.

Learn to Pause℠ Mindfulness Training is a 4-hour course that introduces the concepts of meditation and mindfulness to First Responders. Attendees learn the evidence-based benefits of meditation and mindfulness and discover how to use these powerful tools to mitigate stress, regulate emotions, and improve overall health.

Human beings are resilient by nature, but stress and trauma can weaken resilience, leaving us susceptible to mental, emotional and physical devastation. This course was built on content created and approved by first responders and seasoned mental health professions. We take first responders on a deep dive into the negative and potentially deadly effects of accumulated stress and trauma. We shake them up, wake them up, and give them tools and strategies to begin undoing the damage.

A powerful, game-changing, 8-Hour training. If you’re serious about facing apathy, burnout, compassion fatigue and even suicide ideation within your organization, it’s time for bold steps. This training combines Pause First; Rebuilding Resilience℠ with Learn to Pause Mindfulness Training℠ for an impactful, paradigm-shifting experience.

Let one of our seasoned professionals introduce meditation and mindfulness at your conference or event. Our breakout sessions are educational, informative and experiential. Attendees learn the evidence-based benefits of these powerful practices while enjoying short and simple exercises to help them relax and self-regulate.

Looking for a keynote speaker for your event? All of our trainers are experienced and widely sought after presenters on the advantages of practicing resilience, mindfulness and meditation. We tailor our presentations to meet your needs.

As a way to give back to the Kansas City community, Pause First offers a free monthly class to first responders, veterans and their spouses. This 4-hour block of training has been well-attended since 2017 and is provided at various locations throughout the metro area.