Sirens, Slammers and Service- Season 3, Episode 12 - Loss of Identity when you Leave a First Responder Career
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In this candid season finale episode, Sirens, Slammers and Service host Nikki, who left her correctional officer career behind four years ago, explores the loss of identity many first responders grapple with when they hang up their uniforms.
Having spent almost two decades behind the bars of one of the toughest correctional facilities in the country, she knows all too well the highs and lows that come with the job. But what happens when the job you've dedicated your life to, a job that has defined your identity for so long, is suddenly left in the past?
During the conversation, we explore the emotional toll of leaving a career that becomes an integral part of one's identity, the difficulties of transitioning to civilian life, and the stigma that can surround mental health within the first responder community.
Join us in this thought-provoking episode of Sirens, Slammers and Service, as we shed light on the seldom-discussed struggles faced by retired first responders or those who have chosen to leave their careers, and celebrate the resilience it takes to rebuild a sense of self after a career that once defined almost every facet of their lives. If you or someone you know is a first responder facing similar challenges, this episode offers insight and hope for a future beyond the uniform.
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