In this episode of The Courage to Live Podcast, retired Las Vegas Police Captain Josh Bitsko talks about the danger of letting your career become your entire identity. He shares how easy it is for police officers and anyone in a high-pressure job to get lost in the role, especially when the work demands so much of your time, energy, and sense of purpose.
Josh reflects on his early years in policing and the lessons he learned about finding balance, building friendships outside the profession, and keeping perspective through hobbies and relationships beyond the job. He explains how separating who you are from what you do protects your mental health, reduces burnout, and actually makes you perform better at work. This episode is a reminder that your value isn’t tied to a title or uniform. You are more than your career.
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