Podcast: The High Performance
Published Date:
Fri, 10 Feb 2023 01:00:44 GMT
Duration:
8:58
Explicit:
False
Guests:
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The recent earthquakes in Turkey and Syria have left thousands of people killed, trapped and injured, with numbers continually rising. We will be donating all profits from this episode to the Red Cross, to provide help to those affected by the recent earthquakes.
Today, we’re returning to the conversation we had with Lucy Easthope, expert and adviser on emergency planning and disaster recovery. In this snippet, she details how she deals with disaster, from the 9/11 and the July bombings to COVID-19, and the skills she uses to navigate these scenarios. She shares how she is still able to find light, even in the darkest of situations.
You can donate to help the people who have been affected by the crisis here: https://donate.redcross.org.uk/appeal/turkey-syria-earthquake-appeal
Bitesize clip from E119 - Lucy Easthope: Advice from an expert on overcoming disaster - https://pod.fo/e/120622
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In this engaging conversation, Lucy Easthope, a globally recognized expert in emergency planning and disaster recovery, shares her insights on navigating disasters, drawing from her extensive experience in responding to crises such as 9/11, the July bombings, and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lucy emphasizes the importance of prioritizing the needs of those affected by disasters, especially the deceased, bereaved, and survivors. She highlights the need for compassion, integrity, and self-care among disaster responders.
To effectively manage disasters, Lucy stresses the significance of having a clear plan that addresses key aspects such as securing the scene, locating affected individuals, assessing the severity of the situation, and providing immediate assistance. She emphasizes the need to adapt and learn from each disaster to improve future responses.
Lucy acknowledges the challenges of maintaining optimism in the face of adversity, especially in the aftermath of global events like the COVID-19 pandemic. She encourages individuals to be mindful of their media consumption and seek alternative sources of information to avoid becoming overwhelmed by negative news.
Lucy's resilience and unwavering optimism serve as an inspiration, demonstrating the importance of finding light even in the darkest of times. She emphasizes the preciousness of life and encourages individuals to cherish every moment with loved ones.
The episode concludes with a call to action, urging listeners to support the Red Cross's efforts in providing aid to those affected by the recent earthquakes in Turkey and Syria. By listening to the podcast, listeners contribute to the donation drive, and they are encouraged to visit the link in the description to make additional contributions.