In this raw and courageous episode, Glen opens up about the emotional cost of living behind the badge—sharing how years of witnessing trauma, bottling up pain, and keeping secrets from loved ones quietly unraveled his inner world. He speaks with striking honesty about the toll of suppressing his emotions to maintain a tough exterior, and how it led to walls of disconnection, impulsive choices, and a sense of losing himself completely. Glen describes how PTSD shaped his responses—through recurring nig...
In this raw and courageous episode, Glen opens up about the emotional cost of living behind the badge—sharing how years of witnessing trauma, bottling up pain, and keeping secrets from loved ones quietly unraveled his inner world. He speaks with striking honesty about the toll of suppressing his emotions to maintain a tough exterior, and how it led to walls of disconnection, impulsive choices, and a sense of losing himself completely. Glen describes how PTSD shaped his responses—through recurring nightmares, emotional shutdown, and what he calls "PTSD-influenced decisions" that felt like survival at the time but came at great personal cost. At one point, overwhelmed and unrecognizable to himself, he retreated to a cabin in the woods, using solitude and nature as the beginning of his healing. That time became a turning point—where he began to explore therapy outside the police system, gave up alcohol, turned toward movement and reflection, and began to do the deep work of tearing down his emotional walls. Glen speaks openly about the internalized "suck-it-up" mindset that left his nervous system in a constant state of dysregulation—and how self-accountability became the bridge between survival and growth. His story invites listeners to reflect on how unprocessed trauma can echo in every corner of life, and how healing begins with facing yourself, honestly and fully. His key message to the listeners is: Vulnerability is strength; communication is key—get your thoughts out and reach out to someone you trust. It is okay to talk, and it is okay not to be okay—that is the only way you are going to make it okay.
Guest Bio:
For 26 years, Glen served as a police officer and detective in Salt Lake City, dedicating his life to protecting others and pursuing justice. Known for his tireless commitment and sharp investigative skills, he poured every ounce of himself into the role. But the demands of the job, along with years of exposure to traumatic events, took their toll. The cumulative impact of these experiences led to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), quietly consuming his life and shaping decisions that would ultimately leave him divorced, bankrupt, and struggling to recognize the man he once was.
Through hard-won accountability and deep personal reflection, Glen began the journey of reconnecting with himself and rebuilding his life. Today, he lives with a renewed sense of openness, honesty, and purpose, sharing his story to inspire others on their own paths of healing. His resilience, integrity, and hard-fought growth now stand as a testament to the strength it takes to face trauma and the hope that lies beyond it.
Passionate about: Glen gives special thanks to Impact Training—a personal development organization that helped him reconnect with his core self and begin the powerful work of emotional openness. Though the organization recently closed after 40 years of service, its legacy lives on in those it helped, including Glen, who credits the experience with helping him tear down walls he didn't know he'd built.
He also invites listeners to explore his book, Bridging the Gap—a guide to navigating communication, relationships, and healing after trauma.
amazon.com/bridging-gap-communications-relationships-traumatic/dp/1631955683
📘 Bridging the Gap on Amazon
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Book-Bridging the Gap
amazon.com/bridging-gap-communications-relationships-traumatic/dp/1631955683
📘 Bridging the Gap on Amazon
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