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ensures the same lexicon is used on exercises on operations throughout the world thereby contributing to a stronger alliance.
As military forces across the world continue to adapt to emerging threats, the importance of collaboration and networking cannot be overstated. NATO SOF courses have undoubtedly played a pivotal role in promoting these critical elements, ensuring that military personnel are better prepared to face the challenges of today’s environment. The establishment of our TCCC center serves as a testament to the effectiveness of these courses and the enduring impact they have
on improving the readiness and effectiveness of NATO member nations.
As military forces across the world continue to adapt to emerging threats, the importance of collaboration and networking cannot be overstated.
FALCON MIND
Preparing for CASEVAC
effect on our sleep. Meanwhile, WO2 Payne hosted mediation, a 20-minute taster of HeadSpace, and encouraged the group to relax from work life.
The afternoon was well attended, with some great feedback. We plan to hold two Ex Falcon Mind events per year, ensuring mental health and wellbeing are written into the battalion’s battle rhythm from now on.
4 RANGER have implemented a series of sessions to help support mental wellbeing and resilience within the Bn known as FALCON MIND. In our latest session
the Battalion focused on the importance of ‘Sleep Hygiene’.
Battalion personnel were
split into equal groups to rotate through four stands. Each stand complemented the next and
built a basic understanding of the importance of a good sleep routine. The Padre briefed us in depth on the importance of why we need sleep
and the impacts that deprivation can have not just on our social lives but on our overall happiness.
SSgt Glass delivered an in-depth brief on the operational impacts of sleep deprivation. This focused on the effects of a soldier’s awareness and ability to perform basic tasks. It also highlighted the risks and mitigations commanders may be faced with during Operations.
SSgt Gurung our UCM, alongside Cpl Moore, looked into ‘Feed to Sleep.’ A great brief that included details of eating habits and its
SSgt Glass delivered an in-depth brief on the operational impacts
of sleep deprivation.
Rangers receiving a human performance brief on Ex FALCON MIND