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Overcoming Mental Health Struggles: Evan's Journey from a Police Officer to Healing

Join Andrea Lynn on 'Wake Up Your Soul' for an insightful episode featuring Evan, a police officer who battled significant mental health challenges. Evan shares his gripping life story—growing up in a small town, pursuing a career in law enforcement, and facing high-stress situations like gang units, SWAT teams, and undercover narcotics. His journey includes overcoming a mental breakdown through therapy and rewiring his brain using EMDR. Tune in to learn how Evan found peace and became an advocate for mental health, offering valuable lessons for all.

00:00 Introduction and Disclaimer

01:01 Andrea's Near-Death Experience

01:38 Meet Evan: A Journey of Mental Health

01:58 Evan's Early Life and Career Beginnings

02:42 Challenges in Becoming a Police Officer

03:33 Building a Career in Law Enforcement

05:36 The Highs and Lows of Policing

10:23 Undercover Narcotics: A Dream Job with Consequences

13:42 Neuroplasticity and Mental Health Struggles

16:20 Return to the Gang Unit

17:09 High-Stakes Policing Stories

24:13 A High-Stakes Pursuit

26:44 The Aftermath and Recognition

27:27 Reaching the Breaking Point

27:59 The Fractured Mind

29:44 Struggling to Cope

36:16 A Critical Incident

38:28 The Path to Recovery

43:28 Sharing the Journey

44:42 Conclusion and Contact Information

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