Episode 38: David Smith – First Responder Wellness Coach & Police Lieutenant 💙

Today I’m honored to be joined by David Smith — a 15-year veteran police officer, former SWAT sniper, and now a dedicated wellness coach helping first responders take back their health, purpose, and emotional well-being🤍

In this episode, David opens up about the challenges of life on the front lines — the pressure, the trauma, the constant adrenaline — and shares his personal journey of how stepping away from the SWAT team led to a loss of identity and purpose. He walks us through how he rebuilt his confidence, clarity, and inner strength, while learning to navigate the unique mental and emotional demands of the job ✨

We also dive into the powerful work he’s now doing through Apogee Responders, where he helps first responders break free from burnout, self-doubt, and limiting beliefs so they can step into their full potential and live more aligned, fulfilling, purpose-driven lives 🌟

Join us for a meaningful conversation about purpose, confidence, resilience, and mental wellness — in a profession that’s both emotionally and physically demanding in unique ways 🩵

I always say wellness is for everyone - so we need to remember that even those that take care of us (first responders), need to be taken care of too 🤍

Connect with David: 🩵 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidsmithar/ 📸 Instagram: @davidsmith.ar & @apogeeresponders 🌐 Website: www.apogeeresponders.com

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