Law enforcement spouses: self-care isn't fluffy, it's gritty. Discover practical health habits that protect your marriage and prevent burnout.
Short Episode Summary
In this episode, Cyndi and guest wellness coach Katie Aian tackle the misunderstood concept of self-care, reframing it as essential, gritty health habits rather than fluffy indulgences. They explore the importance of resilience, proactive wellness practices, and small daily steps that help first responder families thrive. Together, they break down the three pillars of healthy habits—awareness, self-control, and self-reliance—and share realistic strategies that fit into law enforcement family life.
Hosted by Cyndi Doyle, licensed professional counselor supervisor, founder of Code4Couples®, retired police spouse, and author of Hold the Line, the podcast helps first responder couples strengthen connection, communication, and resilience.
📖 Grab Cyndi's book Hold the Line: The Essential Guide to Protecting Your Law Enforcement Relationship → https://www.amazon.com/Hold-Line-Protecting-Enforcement-Relationship-ebook/dp/B08TPRTY9G#customerReviews
🎤 Book Cyndi for training or speaking → https://code4couples.com/training/
🌿 Connect with Katie Aian at Tough Roots Wellness → https://toughrootswellness.com
Timestamps (placeholders)
00:00 – Welcome back with guest Katie Aian
02:00 – Why self-care gets misunderstood in police families
05:00 – The gritty truth about health habits
10:00 – How resilience protects law enforcement marriages
20:00 – Awareness, self-control & self-reliance explained
30:00 – Practical wellness strategies for police spouses
40:00 – Small habits that build resilience over time
50:00 – Final thoughts & resources
