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 It’s hard to find balance in a high-stress career while managing everything else in life. That’s where Tactical Living Podcast comes in. Hosted by Ashlie Walton, a trauma recovery coach and tactical living expert, and Sergeant Clint Walton, this show offers practical advice for creating a well-balanced lifestyle, even amidst the demands of a first responder career. Three times a week, Ashlie shares insightful strategies on managing life’s challenges, such as what it’s really like to live as a police officer’s wife, while Clint joins the conversation several times a month to offer his perspective from the field. Together, they provide actionable tips on health, fitness, mental resilience, spiritual discipline, intimacy, and navigating the complexities of first responder life and relationships. Whether you’re seeking tactical approaches to personal growth or solutions to the unique challenges of law enforcement and first responder life, this podcast is for you. Want to be a guest on Tactical Living? Send Ashlie Walton a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1594754484675x841981803913560400© 2023 Développement personnel Relations Réussite Sciences sociales
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  • E985 The Emotional Toll of Missing Holidays in Uniform | Tactical Living Podcast

    E985 The Emotional Toll of Missing Holidays in Uniform | Tactical Living Podcast
    Jul 23 2025
    You signed up to serve. But no one warned you how much it would hurt to miss the moments that matter most. In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton explore the hidden emotional cost of working holidays year after year (Amazon Affiliate)—and how it slowly chips away at connection, tradition, and even self-worth. 🔎 Episode Overview: Missing a holiday shift here and there is expected. But when you're always on duty while your family celebrates without you, the emotional fallout goes deeper than most people realize. This episode dives into how working holidays affects long-term family connection, your own memories and rituals, and how the absence can quietly turn into resentment—from you, your spouse, or your kids. You’ll learn how to make peace with the role, honor what you're sacrificing, and rebuild meaningful traditions—on or off the calendar. 🧠 5 Emotional Realities of Missing Holidays for Years You Feel Disconnected From Family Traditions Example: You forget what your own holiday routines even looked like. Impact: Creates emotional distance and a sense of being left out of your own life. Your Kids Associate the Holidays With Your Absence Example: “Daddy’s always gone on Christmas.” Impact: Shapes childhood memories with feelings of loss or confusion. Your Spouse Feels Like They’re Doing It All Alone Example: Planning, decorating, cooking, parenting—without you. Impact: Builds quiet resentment and emotional fatigue. You Start to Numb Out or Dread the Season Entirely Example: Holidays no longer excite you—they make you feel bitter or detached. Impact: Prevents joy, connection, and meaningful reflection. You Avoid Talking About How Much It Actually Hurts Example: “It’s just part of the job,” becomes a coping phrase. Impact: Buries pain instead of processing it, deepening long-term emotional strain. 🛠️ 5 Ways to Reclaim Meaning—Even When You’re Working Create “Alternate Holidays” on Your Days Off Make your own traditions on different days. The date isn’t what matters—the connection is. Leave a Presence, Even If You Can’t Be There Letters, videos, gifts, or planned activities can help your family feel seen even in your absence. Be Honest With Your Family About the Sacrifice Let them know how much it matters to you—even if you can’t be home. Make Peace With the Role, But Not at the Cost of Your Emotions Acknowledge the loss. Don’t normalize pain just because it’s routine. Find One Ritual That Grounds You in the Season Even if it’s just a holiday playlist during patrol—something to remind you that this time still matters. 🎯 Why This Episode Matters Serving during the holidays is a sacrifice—but it doesn’t mean you're not allowed to feel the weight of it. Your absence doesn’t make you less important. It makes you human—and worthy of finding connection in new, creative ways. 🎙️ Listen now to unpack the long-term emotional effects of working holidays and learn how to honor what you’ve missed without losing what still matters most. 💥 Gear We Recommend for Our First Responder Community: 🛡️ Tactical storage made easy: STOPBOX – Buy One, Get One Free 🎯 Connect With Us: ✅ Join our Private Facebook Group for First Responders & Families 🎥 Subscribe on YouTube for behind-the-scenes content and live interviews 🌐 Visit LEOWarriors.com for coaching, resources, and more 💬 Listener Question: What’s one small act of service you can do today to honor someone who served? Let us know in the Facebook group or DM us on Instagram! Disclaimer: All viewpoints discussed in this episode are for entertainment purposes only and reflect our personal opinions based on our own experiences, background, and education. 🎙️ Want to be a guest on Tactical Living? Send a message to Ashlie Walton on PodMatch → Click here (Ad) Some product links in this episode may be affiliate links, which means we may earn a small commission if you make a purchase—at no extra cost to you. We only share products we genuinely believe in and trust. 📣 For PR, Speaking Requests, or Networking Opportunities: 📧 Email: ashliewalton555@gmail.com 📫 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 400115, Hesperia, CA 92340 🔗 Ashlie’s Facebook: facebook.com/police.fire.lawenforcement
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    10 min
  • E984 When Your Spouse and Your Law Enforcement Career Clash | Tactical Living Podcast

    E984 When Your Spouse and Your Law Enforcement Career Clash | Tactical Living Podcast
    Jul 21 2025
    You’re married to the badge (Amazon Affiliate)—and to each other. But what happens when those two worlds start pulling in opposite directions? In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton explore the tension that builds when your law enforcement career starts to conflict with your marriage—and how to protect both without losing either. 🔎 Episode Overview: The long shifts, emotional exhaustion, missed holidays, and unpredictable danger of the job can wear down even the strongest relationship. Over time, what started as pride and support can shift into frustration, resentment, or disconnect. This episode dives into the real-life collisions between duty and domestic life, helping you understand where conflict comes from, how to talk about it without going to war, and what it takes to fight for your marriage while still honoring your mission. 🧠 5 Signs Your Career Is Creating Stress in Your Marriage Your Partner Feels Like They’re Competing With the Job Example: They say, “You’re married to your shift—not to me.” Impact: Leads to emotional withdrawal and communication breakdowns. You Use Work to Avoid Conflict at Home Example: Volunteering for overtime just to escape the tension. Impact: Deepens division and delays healing. Your Spouse Feels Shut Out From Your Emotional World Example: You don’t talk about your stress, but it shows up in your tone and behavior. Impact: Creates emotional walls and confusion for your partner. You’re Always in “Protector Mode” at Home Example: You micromanage routines, control decisions, or react defensively. Impact: Makes your partner feel policed, not partnered. You Both Avoid Talking About the Real Issue Example: Surface-level arguments cover deeper pain—like fear, loneliness, or unmet needs. Impact: Keeps both of you stuck in the same unhealthy loop. 🛠️ 5 Ways to Reconnect When the Job and Marriage Are at Odds Name the Conflict Without Blame Start with: “I feel like we’ve been drifting, and I want to fix that—together.” Share the Emotional Cost of the Job—Not Just the Details Your partner doesn’t need the call log—they need you. Be real about what you’re carrying. Create Time That’s Sacred and Screen-Free Even one night a week without phones or talk about work can reset your connection. Let Your Spouse Into Your World Without Making It Their Burden Share just enough for understanding—not so much that it traumatizes or overwhelms. Get Help Before Things Break Down There’s no shame in needing support. Marriage counseling or coaching can be a tactical move—not a last resort. 🎯 Why This Episode Matters The job demands a lot—but so does your marriage. You can serve your community and your partner… but not without intention. Connection doesn’t just happen—it has to be protected. 🎙️ Listen now to learn how to navigate the clash between duty and devotion—and how to rebuild your relationship before the distance becomes permanent. 💥 Gear We Recommend for Our First Responder Community: 🛡️ Tactical storage made easy: STOPBOX – Buy One, Get One Free 🎯 Connect With Us: ✅ Join our Private Facebook Group for First Responders & Families 🎥 Subscribe on YouTube for behind-the-scenes content and live interviews 🌐 Visit LEOWarriors.com for coaching, resources, and more 💬 Listener Question: What’s one small act of service you can do today to honor someone who served? Let us know in the Facebook group or DM us on Instagram! Disclaimer: All viewpoints discussed in this episode are for entertainment purposes only and reflect our personal opinions based on our own experiences, background, and education. 🎙️ Want to be a guest on Tactical Living? Send a message to Ashlie Walton on PodMatch → Click here (Ad) Some product links in this episode may be affiliate links, which means we may earn a small commission if you make a purchase—at no extra cost to you. We only share products we genuinely believe in and trust. 📣 For PR, Speaking Requests, or Networking Opportunities: 📧 Email: ashliewalton555@gmail.com 📫 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 400115, Hesperia, CA 92340 🔗 Ashlie’s Facebook: facebook.com/police.fire.lawenforcement
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    11 min
  • E983 The Lone Wolf Lie: Why You Don’t Have to Fix It Alone | Tactical Living Podcast

    E983 The Lone Wolf Lie: Why You Don’t Have to Fix It Alone | Tactical Living Podcast
    Jul 18 2025
    “I’ll handle it.” It’s a mindset that feels honorable—but often becomes isolating. In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton challenge the myth that you have to solve everything on your own (Amazon Affiliate) —and explore what happens when the “lone wolf” mentality becomes more harmful than heroic. 🔎 Episode Overview: First responders are trained to lead, respond quickly, and stay in control. But when that mindset bleeds into personal struggles, relationships, and mental health, it can create emotional isolation, chronic stress, and quiet burnout. This episode dives into the belief that asking for help is weakness, the cultural factors that reinforce it, and the real strength it takes to lean into support—both on the job and at home. 🧠 5 Signs You’ve Fallen Into the Lone Wolf Trap You Rarely Ask for Help—Even When You’re Overwhelmed Example: You take on every task at home or work without delegating. Impact: Leads to burnout and hidden resentment. You Feel Weak or Ashamed When You Can’t Handle Something Alone Example: You avoid therapy or peer support because it feels like failure. Impact: Keeps struggles unaddressed and emotional wounds unhealed. You Hide Your Struggles to Keep Up Appearances Example: You act like everything’s fine—even when it’s not. Impact: Creates emotional disconnection from those who care. You Push Others Away When They Offer Support Example: You shut down or deflect when someone asks if you're okay. Impact: Reinforces the belief that you’re alone in what you’re going through. You Take Pride in “Suffering in Silence” Example: You believe enduring quietly is a badge of honor. Impact: Turns internal struggle into long-term emotional harm. 🛠️ 5 Healthier Alternatives to the Lone Wolf Mentality Reframe Asking for Help as Tactical Strength You’d never shame a teammate for calling backup—apply that same logic to yourself. Build a Circle of Trust Before Crisis Hits Identify peers, mentors, or professionals you can turn to when things get heavy. Practice Vulnerability in Small Doses Start with safe conversations. You don’t have to spill everything—just start opening the door. Use Team-Based Thinking in Your Personal Life Whether it’s parenting, finances, or stress—view your household as a unit, not a one-man show. Acknowledge That True Strength Requires Community Every warrior has a tribe. Find yours and lean into it when it counts most. 🎯 Why This Episode Matters Being the strong one doesn’t mean being the only one. You were never meant to do this life—or this job—alone. Let’s rewrite the narrative: Asking for help is not surrender. It’s strategy. 🎙️ Listen now to break the lone wolf mindset and discover the freedom that comes with shared strength, connection, and support. 💥 Gear We Recommend for Our First Responder Community: 🛡️ Tactical storage made easy: STOPBOX – Buy One, Get One Free 🎯 Connect With Us: ✅ Join our Private Facebook Group for First Responders & Families 🎥 Subscribe on YouTube for behind-the-scenes content and live interviews 🌐 Visit LEOWarriors.com for coaching, resources, and more 💬 Listener Question: What’s one small act of service you can do today to honor someone who served? Let us know in the Facebook group or DM us on Instagram! Disclaimer: All viewpoints discussed in this episode are for entertainment purposes only and reflect our personal opinions based on our own experiences, background, and education. 🎙️ Want to be a guest on Tactical Living? Send a message to Ashlie Walton on PodMatch → Click here (Ad) Some product links in this episode may be affiliate links, which means we may earn a small commission if you make a purchase—at no extra cost to you. We only share products we genuinely believe in and trust. 📣 For PR, Speaking Requests, or Networking Opportunities: 📧 Email: ashliewalton555@gmail.com 📫 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 400115, Hesperia, CA 92340 🔗 Ashlie’s Facebook: facebook.com/police.fire.lawenforcement
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    11 min

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