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Steve: Always On Guard

Apr 19, 2023

A retired Coast Guard officer shares intense experiences while discussing work-life balance, the impact of busy work lives on relationships, determination for success, emotional struggles and divorce aftermath, and the journey to mental wellness.

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Steve's hyper-vigilance and work-focused mindset led to the deterioration of his marriage and the realization of the importance of work-life balance.

Steve's journey highlights the significance of prioritizing personal growth, emotional well-being, and cultivating fulfilling relationships beyond work.

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The toll of a high-pressure job on personal life

The podcast episode explores the story of Steve, a retired Coast Guard officer, who sacrificed his personal life for his intense military job. Being hyper-vigilant and work-focused led to the deterioration of his marriage. Despite realizing the importance of work-life balance, Steve's dedication to his career overshadowed his relationship, causing irreparable damage.

Introduction

2min

The Struggle for Work-Life Balance

17min

Miami: Opportunities and Challenges

5min

The Impact of Busy Work Lives

4min

Steve's Determination

10min

Emotional Struggles, Job Change, and Marriage Counseling

4min

The Aftermath of Divorce and the Journey Towards Mental Wellness

14min

Finding Contentment and Fulfillment

3min

Unrelenting anxiety can suck, but it can also make you excel on the job. For 25 years, Steve Chamberlin’s hypervigilance helped him climb the ranks of the U.S. Coast Guard. But his ability to trade feelings for focus came at a cost, one that affected both his psyche at work and his relationships at home. Steve walks Stephanie through how this high-stress lifestyle promised high rewards but culminated in a painful divorce, and how the distance he’s created from his past has given him the tools he needs to heal.

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Last Day

Steve: Always On Guard

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

The toll of a high-pressure job on personal life

The realization of personal issues and need for change

The ongoing journey of self-awareness and acceptance

Reflections on the importance of relationships and personal growth

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts