Think It’s Hard Being a Cop? Try Being Married to One.
These are troubled times for cops and their families. There's an almost constant stream of bad press about law enforcement, a rash of unthinkable acts of violence against police officers, repeated anti-police protests, horrific mass shootings, and the ever-present threat of terrorism that hangs over all our heads. Dash cams, body cameras and cell phone cameras have charged the atmosphere and changed the way officers work. In light of all that is happening, the job looks more dangerous and appears more brutal than ever. But just when things look like they will never get better, there's a stream of good news: demonstrations of love and support from the public and heartwarming praise from unexpected sources on social media. The only thing that is predictable these days is change itself.
The following 10 ideas may help police families navigate these turbulent times.
1. Distinguish between what you can control and what you can't. Consider the doughnut as a way to model the distinction between what you can and can't