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Take a Second Second

Did you know that about 70 percent of our decision making is based and made by our emotional brain while only about 30 percent is made from the slow, intentional, choice-making part of the brain? In the law enforcement field, most situations need intentional thinking and actions, so learning how to properly take a “second second” can be the difference between a smooth interaction or devastation. Come listen to David Perry with the VALOR Officer Safety and Wellness Program; Chief Wayne Nero of the Georgetown, Texas, Police Department; and Director of Public Safety Alma Burke with the University of Southern California and get some tips about taking a “second second” and being more intentional in your actions.
Type: Podcast
Length: 34:29
Publication Date: August 2022
Agencies: VALOR Officer Safety and Wellness Program
Topics: Officer Safety
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