The Next Shift Podcast
This is a podcast dedicated to serving current and former law enforcement, by sharing the stories of my own personal transition out of law enforcement, lessons learned through the transition and since, as well as the stories of officers who’ve also transitioned out, their significant others to gain that perspective, and resources for embracing their Next Shift.
It is MY mission to help YOU remember who you are/were behind the badge by helping you REdiscover your identity, REdefine your purpose, and REignite your passions so that you can create the life you WANT to live.
The Next Shift Podcast
The transition out of Law Enforcement: A LEOW's perspective
Last week was the FIRST ever DEBRIEF event for LEO spouses and it was more amazing than I ever thought it could be. Several wives of either current/former LEOs showed up in support of one another and not only shared their stories, but reassured the others that they are NOT alone. This event reinforced that this job takes a toll on more than just the officer, so I wanted to shake things up a bit and share a perspective not often talked about when it comes to the transition to life after LE.
This week's chat is with Danika Pfeiffer, the spouse of my very first coaching client EVER, Kory! It was an honor to sit down with her and hear not only what it was like being a LEOW, but approaching the talk about him transitioning out of LE due to her career and a move, and how things are since his transition to the private sector.
Danika has been with Kory since college, getting into law enforcement, and now getting out of law enforcement. She is the one who actually found the Next Shift page on Instagram and sent it to him. He reached out, set up a call, signed as a client, did the work, made some sacrifices, and made the transition within about six months of deciding he was leaving.
I'm so honored to share Danika's perspective on the transition to life after LE, because it really IS a family affair and takes both/all parties being on board to make it successful.
If you are or know a LEOW struggling with feeling alone, the lifestyle, or the transition, please know that you are NOT alone. The next spouse DEBRIEF has not been determined yet...there WILL be one and you can sign up here and the Zoom link will go out the night before the call.
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