Let’s talk about a slow-burning crisis in responder households—connection debt.
You’d never ghost your crew in a crisis. So why ghost the person who’s holding your life together at home?
This episode breaks down the emotional drift that happens between shifts, resentment, and “I’m fine” responses. Whether you’re the one on duty or the one carrying the mental load at home, this is where emotional resilience meets real-life tools.
In this episode, Erin introduces a proven technique to help responder couples rebuild connection without long talks, drama, or forced vulnerability. It's a field-tested ritual to help you manage relationship stress, reduce re-entry blowups, and prevent burnout from boiling over into your home life.
You’ll walk away with:
🔥 MENTAL FIREPOWER
The Re-Entry Check-In:
After shift, both partners answer:
No therapy-speak. No overprocessing. Just clarity and calm.
💥 CALL OUT
Try the Re-Entry Check-In after your next shift. Then do it again.
This micro-habit could be the best burnout prevention strategy your marriage has ever seen.
Bonus Resource:
Hold Me Tight by Dr. Sue Johnson. Erin-approved for building emotional safety under stress.
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