⚡ Crisis Intervention & Emergency Response *coming soon
Course overview
Lesson Overview

1.27 – When You Feel Like Running Away: The urge to run often signals overwhelm rather than true danger. Your nervous system screams for distance, but impulsive flight can worsen instability. Instead of acting instantly, pause and assess: do I need movement or escape? Channel the urge through safe mobility—walk outside, drive briefly, or step into another room. Movement satisfies the body’s demand without severing connection or safety. Keep essentials packed—a grounding kit, water, identification—so preparedness replaces panic. After motion, practice grounding: slow breath, gentle touch, deliberate awareness. Running mentally becomes fleeing physically when emotion controls direction; training yourself to choose destination restores authority. You can move without disappearing. Real escape is regulation, not abandonment. Learning this distinction transforms crisis flight into strategic retreat—an act of survival that ends with return, not regret.

About this course

Training in crisis intervention techniques and emergency response strategies to ensure safety, de-escalate conflicts, and connect individuals with appropriate resources.

This course includes:
  • Scenario-based crisis intervention training modules
  • Safety planning templates and communication protocols
  • Resource guides for emergency and post-crisis support services

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