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EPISODE DESCRIPTION
In this episode of Triumph Beyond Trauma, we sit down with Mitch Parker, a former NSW Police Officer and multi-award-winning first responder, to explore his remarkable journey from emergency services to life beyond the badge. Mitch opens up about his transition, highlighting the challenges of leaving the police force on his own terms after nearly two decades of service. He reflects on his experiences working in high-risk roles, including rescues during devastating floods, and his ongoing commitment to service as a firefighter and council member for the Royal Humane Society of NSW.
Mitch shares candid insights into his decision to leave the force, the identity struggles that often come with stepping away from uniformed roles, and the importance of finding purpose outside of policing. Through humour, vulnerability, and hard-earned wisdom, Mitch reminds us all that while leaving the first responder world is daunting, it also offers new opportunities for growth, purpose, and community connection. Whether you're contemplating a career change or simply curious about life after frontline service, Mitch's story is a powerful testament to resilience and transformation.
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