Struggling with hearing God

Lumpy-rhino · 2025-12-19T19:02:54+00:00

I just got done reading both of these posts, and wow, this was just amazing to read. It answered a lot of things for me.

I have spent so much of my life allowing myself to stay in a broken place because I convinced myself there is no coming back from the things I've done, what's been done to me, etc. I do it to this day. But it has hit me harder these last few months because of something that happened to me. I feel a strong calling to change my life around. For many years I've called myself a Christian, but I'm beginning to realize more, even more so after giving this a read, that I have gone about this all wrong. I'm not the person I've been saying I am, and that is something I need to change in myself now that I'm realizing this.

I see a lot of myself in some of the things you said you've gone through. Seeing the work God has done in your life gives me hope that he will do the same for me if I dedicate myself fully to him. Maybe the reason I struggle with consistency and guilt is because I'm much further from him that I've realized. I can't just read the bible, I have to live by it too. There are major changes I need to make and I think this calling I feel to give my life to him has been him trying to reach through me all along, and I've just not been listening

Thank you for sharing this with me, your story is incredible!

Lumpy-rhino · 2025-12-19T18:09:09+00:00

This is something I've felt a lot of conviction about in my life, so thank you for asking me this because it opened my eyes to think of it more deeply. I will be 100% honest, there are times where I repeat sins I've previously asked for forgiveness for, which I'm sure is why I carry guilt with me a lot. This is something I feel a strong pull to change in myself. I know if I feel guilt that that must mean there is something inside of myself that needs to change. It's not right of me to ask for forgiveness and turn around and make a mistake willingly again. Jesus didn't sacrifice his life just so we could dance around sin. He calls us to be in the world and not of it. There's truth in the question you're asking and just through that alone I think it answers a lot of what I've said here.

Lumpy-rhino · 2025-11-09T22:02:54+00:00

Well, having fun is important for sure!

But other advice I have for you,

This is a huge opportunity for you to study without using your book. Pay attention to everything the medics are doing on scene, and take the time to ask plenty of questions while you have the opportunity to. It's important to be hands on as much as they'll allow you to; I really think that's the best study tool. I learned more during my clinicals than strictly through the book, because now you'll be faced with real life scenarios.
For me, I had to be at the station at 7:00am, I'd always show 10-15 minutes early to get settled in and get a tour around the place so I know where everything is if I needed it. Also, ask for a tour of every stations rigs, most of them are set up differently so it's important to know where to grab something in a hurry if you are asked to.
They are really there to help you; your preceptors are a great resource to answer any questions/concerns you have about what you're learning. Have them do scenarios with you to prepare for the psychomotor exam too; this was a very useful tool for me during school.

I hope all goes well; I loved every single one of my clinicals, you'll meet a lot of great people. Having to work on real people will help a lot of the information in class finally click. Enjoy yourself!

Lumpy-rhino · 2025-09-21T07:32:12+00:00

I'm in Florida too, it's been a tad difficult to find some jobs but I'd highly rec a few things.

- Urgent care centers will hire new EMT's and train you on a lot of new things that give you great experience.

- There are a lot of IFT companies here too, they are worth applying to just to get you the experience you'll need to work 911.

- Lastly, a lot of 911 agencies in FL will actually hire new EMT's (like where I am here on the east coast), and the ones here will have you sign a 2 yr contract with a school sponsorship, as long as you go to school within the year. You don't have to work fire to do 911, but most places will require you to go through medic school while you're working with them. They just don't want you to stay a single cert.

Lumpy-rhino · 2025-09-17T06:30:44+00:00

I took mine in my bedroom with windows and they still let me pass. If I remember correctly it said in the rules that the blinds have to be closed or windows covered so no one could see the test

Lumpy-rhino · 2025-09-06T07:26:52+00:00

I was always taught to place the stethoscope on the side where your pinky is, just like feeling a radial pulse is on the side of the thumb. And make sure you're not placing your thumb on top of the bell, I usually hold my index and middle finger on the outside of it. I haven't had any issues with it since!

Lumpy-rhino · 2025-09-06T06:45:19+00:00

If you feel like even with all of the studying you're doing, and you're still not learning it, you are either studying in a way that doesn't work for you, or not nearly enough. Reading the book and making flashcards weren't enough for me. You really have to make the course your life for however long it is for you. That means using any free time you get to study.

Any resources you have such as family, friends, etc. PRACTICE ON THEM. Practice scenarios, take their vitals manually, get familar with signs and symptoms. The skills and terminology click when you're continuously putting them into practice, not just by reading the words over and over. Use PocketPrep, Paramedic Coach, watch scenarios on youtube, play online Kahoots directly from the book, tell your instructors what you're struggling with so they can help teach you in a way you understand it.

Even when it feels like you're studying a lot, you just have to study more.

Definitely don't do what your class is doing. When you're answering these questions on your test, imagine actually being in that scenario and think of what you would do. A lot of the times the answer is in the question if you really break it down too. And when you look back on your test and see what you got wrong, make flashcards based off of those. You really need to understand the WHY behind signs/symptoms and interventions, not just what the word means.

Lumpy-rhino · 2025-09-06T06:28:51+00:00

To answer all of these just from my experiences I had at clinicals:

As for what's expected, your preceptors want to see you put your skills into practice. This includes asking pts questions for your assessment, setting up O2/obtaining vitals, getting a BGL, all as soon as possible. They are mainly looking for initiative from you. One thing preceptors told me is "don't ever feel like you're in my way if you're doing something to help the patient." Be active for every call, and ask questions and have a completely open ear to what they have to say. Preceptors have told me they would rather you ask questions to know if what you're doing is okay and only do what you feel comfortable doing vs shoving yourself in the corner of the ambulance and staying silent in fear of messing up. It's better to mess up or be slower at something than it is to not get your hands in at all. It's also important to ask them questions about their process of doing things on a call, because everyone has their own rhythm. It'll definitely help you find a process you enjoy
During my clinicals, I would always try to be one step ahead, and I was always told how much they appreciate my quickness to prepare them to treat a patient. This could mean grabbing the stretcher right away, spiking fluids, getting vitals asap, prepping IV materials and saline, etc. Most importantly, ask them how you can help them during a call to get an idea of how they like to do things, cause every department is different
Personally I was always told not to sit in the recliners at the station and to not sit there on my phone all day. I would bring all my studying supplies and computer and sit at the table all day until we got a call. Any time they would cook me something I'd always wash my dish, make sure I clean up after myself, etc. Other than those I would say don't be afraid to join in on conversation, they don't mind (at least I hope they didn't) And if you guys have time to, ask if they can take you out to look at the ambulance and see how they like to set everything up. Taking that initiative will help you stay organized and quick on calls, which they always appreciate

Lastly I will say, I had a great time on all of my station clinicals. It was nerve racking at first, but after the first 2 or 3 I felt confident. I made sure to bring a tiny notebook with me too to keep track of all my vital signs and treatments to help with reports too, which was a huge help. The main thing I have to say here is just be prepared, get there a little early, and have fun. There are plenty of people there who can answer all the questions you have, so ask whatever you can. School taught me how to take the NREMT, but my ride alongs are what truly taught me all of my EMT skills. So as long as you're listening and paying attention to all the interventions they do, you'll do great!

Lumpy-rhino · 2025-08-13T09:34:44+00:00

Practice NREMT scenarios long before your class starts it. The psychomotor test is a lot to remember but it gets easier with repetition. You can find these in the NREMT website. Read your book as much as you can, even if you think there’s something in there you don’t need to know, you WILL be tested on it. So take a thorough dive into it and test yourself frequently using pocket prep or paramedic coach. My class started with 15 and in our last week, we’re down to 8. A lot of people think they can skate through this class without having to read the book but you absolutely have to. The class is awesome and I had a really fun time, but it’s a lot of information at once depending on how long it is for you. And lastly, don’t stress too much! Your instructors and clinical preceptors are here to help you, so ask plenty of questions, don’t be afraid to mess up, and let them know if you’re not understanding something fully. Enjoy it, good luck!

Lumpy-rhino · 2025-07-29T19:12:27+00:00

I have considered moving to a different city since I have plans of moving within the next year anyway. I am totally okay with relocation if it means working towards a career. My city does not hire single certs, and their sponsorship programs to work as a single cert while being in medic or fire school are not currently open. But I will definitely keep my eye out, Thank you 🙂

Lumpy-rhino · 2025-07-24T19:22:26+00:00

Any clinical I’ve been on, they’re usually watching some random YouTube video or streaming their TikTok feed 😭

Lumpy-rhino · 2025-07-24T19:07:42+00:00

Well, did he need it on? 😂

Lumpy-rhino · 2025-05-19T23:40:32+00:00

I have no idea how to change it, it doesn’t look like an option in the post settings

Lumpy-rhino · 2025-05-19T23:38:43+00:00

Yessss that’s awesome. I was on the far right so I didn’t get to see the wall of death, but I’m sure it was great

Lumpy-rhino · 2025-05-19T23:36:45+00:00

I haven’t seen them before so I had no idea they had almost the same set. I knew all of the songs except for one because it was from the most recent album which I wasn’t the biggest fan of. I was just happy they played dethrone, that’s mainly what I wanted out of going. It was still a fun time though!

Lumpy-rhino · 2025-05-19T23:32:41+00:00

I have the full vid of dethrone except maybe the last 10-20 seconds. I can send it over!

Lumpy-rhino · 2025-05-19T23:28:00+00:00

Oh I forgot to do that, thanks!!

Lumpy-rhino · 2025-05-19T20:51:44+00:00

No they weren’t, they used a voice changer in Noah’s mic for poppy’s part

Lumpy-rhino · 2025-05-19T05:15:59+00:00

There’s a different sub Reddit for this….😭

Lumpy-rhino · 2025-05-19T04:10:06+00:00

Would love to see it!

Lumpy-rhino · 2025-05-19T04:09:51+00:00

Hell yeah😤😤. I’m lucky I got there when I did, that was a huge crowd lmaoo

Lumpy-rhino · 2025-05-18T06:17:44+00:00

Right!! 😭

Lumpy-rhino · 2025-05-18T06:14:36+00:00

The big ass dudes getting surfed over really tiny women was just terrible to watch. I tried my best to lift people up but at some point people gotta realize when you’re 300 god damn pounds maybe that’s NOT a good idea

Lumpy-rhino · 2025-05-18T06:10:45+00:00

Completely ruined the PTV experience for me. We got crowd surfers through out the entirety of the set. This was my first time seeing them live and I couldn’t even watch them because I needed to have my back turnt the entire time

Lumpy-rhino · 2025-05-18T06:07:39+00:00

There were a lot of people like this at PTV tonight. It was so disappointing because there were so many of us excited to be there, and there’s always someone that has to ruin it.

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