I am a retired MFT, addiction medicine 28 years. Caseload primarily cops and criminals, sadly many of the cops ate their piece eventually. The progression from academy, to job, to divorce, to addiction to suicide is so predictable and far too common, yet preventable. The job is a spiritual battle every day.
I am a retired MFT, addiction medicine 28 years. Caseload primarily cops and criminals, sadly many of the cops ate their piece eventually. The progression from academy, to job, to divorce, to addiction to suicide is so predictable and far too common, yet preventable. The job is a spiritual battle every day.
The solution is difficult yet simple.
1. An obedient and committed relationship with God through Yeshua (Christ). Being faithful in all things.
2. A disciplined warrior's mindset with having a "quiet mind".
3. A personal support system to de-brief and prevent PTSD.
4. Being heavenly minded rather than earthly minded.
5. Understanding the job is a ministry and wearing the armor of God. (Eph 6).
6. Separating the job from personal life and family support. Balance. Work is work, home is home never bring work to home or home to work.
7. The job is a special calling for a special person. If you don't have the calling, find another job.
I could elaborate further, but those are the basics.
Next time you see a cop show your appreciation, even when you are getting a ticket.
I am a retired MFT, addiction medicine 28 years. Caseload primarily cops and criminals, sadly many of the cops ate their piece eventually. The progression from academy, to job, to divorce, to addiction to suicide is so predictable and far too common, yet preventable. The job is a spiritual battle every day.
The solution is difficult yet simple.
1. An obedient and committed relationship with God through Yeshua (Christ). Being faithful in all things.
2. A disciplined warrior's mindset with having a "quiet mind".
3. A personal support system to de-brief and prevent PTSD.
4. Being heavenly minded rather than earthly minded.
5. Understanding the job is a ministry and wearing the armor of God. (Eph 6).
6. Separating the job from personal life and family support. Balance. Work is work, home is home never bring work to home or home to work.
7. The job is a special calling for a special person. If you don't have the calling, find another job.
I could elaborate further, but those are the basics.
Next time you see a cop show your appreciation, even when you are getting a ticket.