The Courage To Live
The Courage to Live podcast is hosted by retired Police Captain Josh Bitsko and his wife Jenna, and it explores resilience, leadership, and the real stories behind critical incidents and everyday challenges. Each episode blends lessons from Josh’s career in law enforcement including his response to the 1 October mass shooting in Las Vegas with honest conversations about trauma, growth, and the courage it takes to face both professional and personal battles. The show covers everything from leadership and decision making under stress to mental health, family, and the daily choices that help us live with purpose.
The Courage To Live
Ep. 107: Courage Casts - Changing Your Identity
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Most of what we call “identity” is just a story we’ve told ourselves long enough that it feels permanent. In this episode, we talk about how early labels and habits turn into beliefs, and how repetition can lock us into patterns that no longer serve us. Your brain is good at protecting the story, even when the evidence says it’s outdated. Real change doesn’t start with self-criticism or trying to become someone new. It starts by questioning the story you’re living in. This episode is about recognizing the narratives that run your life, and having the courage to sit in the discomfort of rewriting them.