Welcome to Part VIII of my time with WA Police, the final chapter in a series that’s been deeply personal and incredibly emotional for me to share. A journey that spanned almost eight years and changed my life in ways I’m still learning to understand.
In this final instalment, I talk about the long, drawn-out process of medical retirement, the waiting and uncertainty. The months of living in limbo, unable to work, unable to plan, just… suspended. I open up about facing the Medical Board, having my future decided in just 15 minutes by people who didn’t know me, and the final decision from the Commissioner that brought it all to an end.
But through it all, I held my head high.
This story isn’t just about paperwork or process. It’s about grief. About letting go. About rediscovering my worth outside the uniform. And above all, it’s about honour. I gave a portion of my life to serve my community and my state and despite how it ended, I’ll always be proud of that. I’ll always be grateful.
So, if you’ve walked this road too, or if you’ve ever felt like your identity was tied to a title, a role or a uniform, I invite you to listen in. This episode is for you.
Thanks for listening in!
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