Smiling and laughing are important self-care behaviors that few people make the time for in their busy lives. That’s right, carving out time during the day to purposely laugh and smile are important activities that will improve your resilience. It may be hard to believe but it’s true, laughter is the best medicine. The simple… Continue reading Laughter is the Best Medicine
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A Conversation with Deputy Chief JoAnne Fisk
JoAnne Fisk began her career in public service as many in law enforcement do, somewhat by happenstance and entirely unintentionally. But what started as a dare for her quickly became a life-long passion to help people. Her career now spanning four decades, JoAnne Fisk the Deputy Chief of Biddeford Police Department is showing no signs… Continue reading A Conversation with Deputy Chief JoAnne Fisk
Tell them their sacrifices are appreciated.
I want to make a difference. Most police officers decide on a life of public service for this most basic reason, they want to help. These are citizens who have a desire to be the one who stands up to the schoolyard bully and says, “no more.” They are people who have a drive to… Continue reading Tell them their sacrifices are appreciated.