Journey to Midnight with Matt Griffin

In this episode, we talk with Matt Griffin who shares his profound journey through 21 years in law enforcement, detailing the struggles with trauma, mental health, and the impact of significant calls on his life. He discusses the importance of maintaining emotional well-being, the challenges of coping with loss, and the role of faith in his recovery. Matt emphasizes the need for support systems and the consequences of professional commitment on personal relationships, ultimately advocating for a more open dialogue about mental health in the first responder community. In this powerful conversation, shares his journey through profound loss, guilt, and the struggle with suicidal thoughts. He reflects on the impact of a friend's suicide, his own near-death experience, and the transformative power of faith. Matt emphasizes the importance of helping others as a means of healing and the necessity of breaking the silence surrounding mental health issues in the law enforcement community. His story serves as a beacon of hope and resilience, encouraging others to seek help and support one another.

Takeaways:

• Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is crucial for mental well-being.
• Alcohol can be a dangerous coping mechanism.
• Trauma can compound if not addressed properly.
• Support systems are vital for emotional health.
• The impact of significant calls can last a lifetime.
• Faith can play a crucial role in recovery.
• Divorce can derail lives, especially in high-stress professions.
• It's important to seek help and not suffer in silence.
• Helping others can provide a sense of purpose and healing.
• Faith can be a guiding force in overcoming life's challenges.
  
  

Contact Matt Griffin:

https://authormattgriffin.com

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Book-Journey to Midnight (available on amazon)