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[Ma Manicmania WANTED $11 Outlaw]

Just passed my st John ambulance first aid course – may not seem a big deal but as an introverted shy kinda guy it’s a massive deal to me and major confidence boost.

 

I’m only sharing because a month ago I was in a very dark place, my employer encouraged (forced! Lol) me to go and it feels like the best thing I ever did – it improved my confidence tenfold and helped me understand the bigger picture – it wasn’t even the course, it was the instructor – he was in rwanda, he’s been a back up firefighter, literally turned up an hour late the first day because he had spent from 8pm-4am the night before helping paramedics attend road traffic accidents but still had the time and energy to teach us the first aid ropes.

 

The man has been shot at in iraq, the medic who stood in front of him when he was injured and treated him was awarded the George cross.

 

Im very proud a man like him has judged I’m qualified to try and help save a life if I’m needed.it kinda makes losing a few hundred quid gambling seem so petty in comparison.

 

Best thing I’ve ever done and I recommend  it.

[Thisgirl2019 WANTED $121 Outlaw]

Well done! That’s an amazing achievement!

[andywilliams1187 WANTED $398 Blocked]

Nice one mate keep it up – made up its helped you confidence wise.

Sometimes its good to see the shit side of life as it really puts things into perspective. A close friend of mine once told me that if a group of strangers all put there problems in a pile, you would take yours back and be happy compared to what others go through. Not sure where he nicked it from because he’s thick as fuck but strangely made sense hahaha

St Johns can open up some decent career options if thats what you want to do full time!

[Malkychamp WANTED $486 Outlaw]

Thats great to hear and really is a great skill to have if someone collapsed infront of me i would be as useful as a dogs fart. Do you think the experiance of learning was made by the instructor or the sense of achievement at the end? Or both. Hope you never need to use this new found skill and all the best buddy ?

[Ma Manicmania WANTED $11 Outlaw]

Just to add to this, the best way I can describe it, for an introvert, roleplaying/acting is like asking a “normal” person to jump off a cliff edge without looking over the side.

 

For context, I was booked on the course at least 2 months in advance and I had felt like I was carrying hulk Hogan on my chest ever since.

 

to answer malky, 100% the instructor –  it was clear he was trained by the army – we were literally drilled for example on the recovery position, he started by slowly step by step going through the actions, then it was literally, arm, wrist, hand, leg, head turn Clear. That was at least 5 times in a row. It’s muscle memory now.

[St Stevie25 WANTED $254 Outlaw]

Manicmania wrote:

Just to add to this, the best way I can describe it, for an introvert, roleplaying/acting is like asking a “normal” person to jump off a cliff edge without looking over the side.

 

For context, I was booked on the course at least 2 months in advance and I had felt like I was carrying hulk Hogan on my chest ever since.

 

to answer malky, 100% the instructor –  it was clear he was trained by the army – we were literally drilled for example on the recovery position, he started by slowly step by step going through the actions, then it was literally, arm, wrist, hand, leg, head turn Clear. That was at least 5 times in a row. It’s muscle memory now.

Great stuff bro…… Its a tough job, I have respect for all you public service people. Angels of the night ❤️

Like my job it can be thankless, but as you know it gives you great self awareness & compassion for the human race.

Dealing with injured or ill people can be very difficult and it takes a special kind of person to do so.. Big ups manic mania and give yourself a pat on the back, on a regular basis.. You deserve it. ?????❤️

[Ma Manicmania WANTED $11 Outlaw]

I’m just qualified, haven’t had to do it yet, but I’m ready and know what to do. That’s down to my teacher. I appreciate the sentiment though x

[Malkychamp WANTED $486 Outlaw]

Manicmania wrote:

Just to add to this, the best way I can describe it, for an introvert, roleplaying/acting is like asking a “normal” person to jump off a cliff edge without looking over the side.

 

For context, I was booked on the course at least 2 months in advance and I had felt like I was carrying hulk Hogan on my chest ever since.

 

to answer malky, 100% the instructor –  it was clear he was trained by the army – we were literally drilled for example on the recovery position, he started by slowly step by step going through the actions, then it was literally, arm, wrist, hand, leg, head turn Clear. That was at least 5 times in a row. It’s muscle memory now.

Just goes to show you that even when you dont think you can do things some people can bring the best out of you. I bet the wait was worse than the training lol just think if it was a crabbit bitch just there for her paycheque may have been a very different post. Positive influence is very important surround yourself with people like that and life will be great ?

[Biohazard WANTED $675 Outlaw]

Well done bud, love hearing positive stories like this one! I’m sure tonnes of people are proud of you. 🙂

[Geezawin WANTED $270 Outlaw]

Absolutlly brilliant story  .  Well done  i hear what u say about ur instructor he really sounds amazing  but think u deserve  a  big pat on the back ursel  mate  .     Big up to u . one of the most positive  stories ive heard in my short time on this site so far.

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