I’ve walked this path beyond uniform myself. During my time in the police, I lost my sense of who I was, my confidence, and my belief that a career could ever feel balanced or aligned with my wellbeing. But I also gained moments of clarity—wisdom that helped me throve beyond the challenges:

• I realised that careers shouldn’t require martyrdom; we don’t need to sacrifice everything for a cause.

• I saw that work-life balance matters—and a career that damages your health and relationships isn’t sustainable.

• I knew I needed to prioritise my own growth and wellbeing.

• I understood that talking about counting down to a pension shouldn’t be the norm—we deserve more from our working lives.

• Most importantly, I realised that I was so much more than the uniform I wore.

But without the right support, I struggled to act on these insights whilst still in the police. And then when I left I downplayed my worth in interviews, applied for jobs that weren’t right for me, and felt like a failure for leaving the force.

Finally, with the right support, I transformed these insights into action, reclaiming my worth and opportunities which aligned with my values.

I want to ensure you don’t navigate your own challenges alone. Because life beyond being defined by a uniform can be easeful, exciting, and meaningful all at once—just as I have discovered.