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Tactical Living

Ashlie and Clint Walton

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It’s hard to find ways to manage everything in your life while still feeling like you are making progress each day. At least three times a week, Ashlie Walton, tactical living coach, shares insightful ways to create a balanced lifestyle while tackling many unspoken challenges, such as what it’s really like to live the life of a police officer’s wife. Ashlie’s husband Clint Walton, a police officer and life optimization coach, joins the conversation several times a month. Together, they share ...
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Wisdom to replenish and orient in a tender, tumultuous time to be alive. Spiritual inquiry, science, social healing, and poetry. Conversations to live by. With a 20-year archive featuring luminaries like Mary Oliver, Thich Nhat Hanh, and Desmond Tutu, each episode brings a new discovery about the immensity of our lives. Hosted by Krista Tippett, Learn more about the On Being Project’s work in the world at onbeing.org.
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We are strange creatures. It is hard for us to speak about, or let in, the reality of frailty and death — the elemental fact of mortality itself. In this century, western medicine has gradually moved away from its understanding of death as a failure — where care stops with a terminal diagnosis. Hospice has moved, from something rare to something ex…
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Join us for an uplifting and transformative live interview with Paul Zolman (Affiliate), an inspiring figure who has turned a challenging past into a powerful mission of spreading love and kindness. Known for his innovative approach to applying love language principles, Paul promises an engaging discussion that will leave you motivated to spread lo…
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Join Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton in this thought-provoking episode, where we explore the crucial reasons why law enforcement officers need to engage more actively in political processes. Discover how politics directly impacts your role, responsibilities, and the broader law enforcement landscape. Tune in to learn about the signifi…
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Today, a poem with a poignant question to live: “...and are we not of interest to each other?” Carry Elizabeth Alexander’s reading of her poem “Ars Poetica #100: I Believe” with you — and hear Elizabeth read more of her poetry in the On Being episode, “Words That Shimmer.” Elizabeth Alexander is a poet, author, and educator. Since 2018, she has ser…
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Join Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton as they unlock the hidden police hack that will help you achieve the perfect work-life balance in your law enforcement career. This episode reveals the secret formula to true police work-life balance, enabling you to excel in your job while also enjoying a fulfilling personal life. Watch now to dis…
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We humans have this drive to erect barriers between ourselves and others, Luis Alberto Urrea says, and yet this makes us a little crazy. He is an exuberant, wise, and refreshing companion into the deep meaning and the problem of borders — what they are really about, what we do with them, and what they do to us. The Mexican-American border was as cl…
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Join Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton as they delve into the critical issue of resilience in law enforcement during this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, titled Resilience in Uniform: Rising Against Adversity. Explore the strategies and mindsets necessary for law enforcement officers to thrive amidst societal challenges like mov…
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In this thought-provoking episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosts Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton delve into the complexities of identity among spouses of law enforcement officers. Titled The Identity Challenge: Beyond Being a Police Wife (Affiliate), this episode explores why it’s crucial for individuals to maintain separate id…
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Beyond the Academy: Essential Skills for Rising Ranks in Law Enforcement In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosts Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton delve into the critical skills that every rookie cop needs to develop beyond their initial academy training. Titled "Beyond the Academy: Essential Skills for Rising Ranks in Law…
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In our world of so much suffering, it can feel hard or wrong to invoke the word "joy." Yet joy has been one of the most insistent, recurrent rallying cries in almost every life-giving conversation that Krista has had across recent months and years, even and especially with people on the front lines of humanity's struggles. Ross Gay helps illuminate…
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In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosts Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton explore a metaphor that resonates deeply within the first responder and military communities—the emotional and psychological 'backpacks' we carry. The episode titled Packing Light: Managing Emotional Baggage in High-Stress Professions delves into how…
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In this insightful episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosts Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton delve into the complexities of our personal and professional identities. The Many Facets of You: Understanding Your Diverse Roles and Relationships explores the idea that what you see is not always what you get. We discuss how we serve dif…
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Tune into this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast with Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton as they tackle a familiar yet challenging experience for many first responders: the feeling of stagnation despite giving their all. "Beyond Your Best: Navigating Challenges and Exploring Options as a First Responder" dives into the complexities …
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In this all-new episode, Krista engages biomimicry pioneer Janine Benyus in a second, urgent conversation, alongside creative biomimicry practitioner Azita Ardakani Walton. Together they trace precise guidance and applied wisdom from the natural world for the civilizational callings before us now. What does nature have to teach us about healing fro…
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Join Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton on the Tactical Living Podcast as they delve into the profound significance of rank within law enforcement. This episode explores what advancing in rank means for an officer, the respect it commands from peers and the community, and the deep personal accomplishment it represents. Learn about the in…
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Tune into this vital episode of the Tactical Living Podcast with Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton as they tackle the issue of toxic leadership in law enforcement. This episode, titled Navigating Toxic Leadership in Law Enforcement: Recognize, Respond, and Realign, provides a deep dive into understanding what constitutes toxic leadershi…
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In a time of stress, uncertainty, and isolation, Christine Runyan turns our attention to what often evades our awareness — the response of our nervous systems. As part of On Being’s 2021 Midwinter Gathering, she offered this brief, practical, gently guided practice as an invitation to befriend your beleaguered body, to “blanket it with a little bit…
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Join Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton on the Tactical Living Podcast as they guide you through the essentials of court etiquette for law enforcement officers. This episode, titled Court Etiquette for Law Enforcement Officers: What Every Rookie Must Know, is designed to help new officers understand the nuances of appearing in court, fro…
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The years of pandemic and lockdown are still working powerfully on us from the inside. But we have trouble acknowledging this, much less metabolizing it. This conversation with Christine Runyan, which took place in the dark middle of those years, helps make sense of our present of still-unfolding epidemic distress — as individuals, as communities, …
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In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosts Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton discuss the pervasive issue of constant vigilance among first responders. Titled The Unseen Burden: Understanding Constant Vigilance in First Responders, this episode delves into how the necessity of always being 'on' affects personal well-being and …
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Welcome back to the Tactical Living Podcast, where your hosts, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, dive deep into the complexities of mental health for first responders. In today’s episode, titled Trauma is Not Something We Should Quantify, we explore the highly personal nature of trauma. We discuss why we should not compare traumas (Aff…
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We are overjoyed to share this heart-stirring performance with you, which transpired when we invited the ornithologist/poet/former On Being guest J. Drew Lanham to offer some poetry at a live On Being event in January 2024. We could not have imagined the lightning in a bottle that unfolded — a live adaptation of the title poem that appears in Drew'…
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Join us as we welcome back a very special guest, Justin Hesse, affectionately known as the Cops' Coach and the powerhouse behind Blue Line Fitness. Get ready for a deep dive into Emotional Fitness in Law Enforcement with a man who knows exactly how challenging staying fit—both emotionally and physically—can be for first responders. 👀 What You Don't…
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Here is a stunning sentence for you, written by Lyndsey Stonebridge, our guest this hour, channeling the 20th-century political thinker and journalist Hannah Arendt: "Loneliness is the bully that coerces us into giving up on democracy." This conversation is a kind of guide to generative shared deliberations we might be having with each other and ou…
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Join hosts Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton in this thought-provoking episode where they delve into the metaphor of "traveling light" versus "hoarding" as it relates to coping mechanisms among first responders (Affiliate Link). We examine how these professionals manage the heavy emotional and psychological loads of their jobs. We provi…
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A taste of a special mini-season of Poetry Unbound — bringing contemplative curiosity and the life-nurturing tether of poetry to the very present matter of conflict in our world. In this first offering, Pádraig introduces the intriguing idea of poems as teachers and ponders Wisława Szymborska’s “A Word on Statistics," translated by Joanna Trzeciak.…
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Join hosts Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton in this critical episode where they tackle a pressing issue within the support network for first responders: the prevalence of unqualified coaches who claim to offer guidance and support. As the demand for mental health (Affiliate Link) and wellness coaching grows, so does the number of self-…
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Join hosts Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton in this revealing episode, we delve into the secretive world of undercover operations and the profound psychological impacts these duties can have on officers. Understand the complexities and mental challenges faced by those who operate beneath the surface of their visible identities. We expl…
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There is an ecological transformation unfolding in the places we love and come from. On a front edge of this reality, which will affect us all, Colette Pichon Battle is a singular model of brilliance and graciousness of mind and spirit and action. And to be with her is to open to the way the stories we tell have blunted us to the courage we’re call…
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Join Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton as they explore the profound impact law enforcement has on family dynamics and community relationships. Discover the various ways in which officers contribute positively to families, enhancing safety and facilitating healing during and after critical incidents. Learn about the benefits of these int…
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Join Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton as we delve into the crucial role of correction officers in the rehabilitation of inmates. Discover how these law enforcement professionals go beyond security and surveillance to actively contribute to the rehabilitation process. Learn about the five key ways in which correction officers can suppor…
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In this insightful episode, we explore the therapeutic role of music in the high-stress profession of law enforcement. Hosts Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton discuss how music can serve as a powerful tool for emotional management and stress relief for police officers. Discover the five key reasons why music is an effective coping mecha…
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In her writing, it is Kate DiCamillo's gift to make bearable the fact that joy and sorrow live so close, side by side, in life as it is (if not as we wish it to be). In this conversation, along with good measures of raucous laughter and a few tears, Kate summons us to hearts "capacious enough to contain the complexities and mysteries of ourselves a…
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In this episode, we explore essential cognitive skills (Affiliate link) that every rookie cop must master to succeed on the force. Our hosts, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, delve into the mental tools that are crucial for handling the diverse challenges of policing effectively. From critical thinking to emotional intelligence, learn…
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Welcome to the Tactical Living Podcast with hosts Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton. In this episode of Night Shift Chronicles, we delve deep into the nocturnal world of law enforcement, uncovering the unique challenges and dynamics of working the late shifts. Our guests, seasoned night shift officers, share their firsthand experiences …
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🎙️ Join us as we sit down with the remarkable William (Will) Yeske, a combat veteran of the United States Army who has turned his battlefield wisdom into winning marketing strategies with his company, No Limits Marketing Group (NLMG). Discover how Will's military experiences have shaped his business acumen and his mission to support small businesse…
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A special two-month season of On Being starts May 9. Freshly curated conversations from across the On Being archive. Big new conversations and extra offerings. To be present to the suffering and sorrow of this world from a place of love. To accompany each other in this — and accompany the young. To honor the fragility of being human. To keep our ca…
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From officer involved shootings to military deployments, there are silent conversations that can impact the mental health of the men and women in these professions. Join hosts Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton on the Tactical Living Podcast as they delve into a deeply important yet often overlooked topic: mental health in law enforcemen…
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Dive into the world of gatekeeping with us on this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast. Ever wonder why some people withhold information that could greatly benefit others? Join hosts Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton as they explore the motivations behind this behavior and its impacts on communities, especially in first responder and…
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In this timely episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, we explore the evolving landscape of health and wellness within the first responder community. As we head deeper into 2024, more and more first responders are embracing a holistic approach to health, integrating physical, mental, and emotional wellness into their daily routines. Join hosts Coac…
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I remember reading a recent study where over 80% of first responders report experiencing critical stress on the job, yet less than 20% seek help due to the stigma of appearing vulnerable or weak. In this enlightening episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosts Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton explore a critical yet often overlooked a…
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Welcome to a new episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, How to Identify a Toxic Police Wife (or Husband). In today’s discussion, we delve into a sensitive yet critical aspect of relationships in law enforcement families: avoiding toxicity that can undermine partnership and family unity. A particular focus will be on a scenario shared online by a p…
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In this eye-opening episode, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton delve into the dangerous misconceptions surrounding law enforcement and the impact they have on society. From the portrayal of police in media to the public's perception of their role, we uncover the truth behind these myths and shed light on the reality of policing in today…
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Welcome to another episode of the Tactical Living Podcast with your hosts, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton. In today's episode, we're diving into a rarely discussed but crucial topic—The Downside of Promoting in Law Enforcement. While climbing the ranks can be a significant achievement and goal for many in law enforcement, it comes wi…
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Something super scary happened while I was alone and in the bathroom in the middle of the rainforest. In today's episode, Coach Ashlie Walton and Seargent Clint Walton give an update of what's been going on in their lives. Enjoy our story of recently traveling through the Amazon rainforest and learn why travel is one of the best things those in hig…
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Join us for an emotional journey with Susan Snow, daughter of slain LAPD Detective Thomas C. Williams, as she shares her story of loss, resilience, and healing from the trauma of losing her father. Explore the significance of fallen officers and the impact of law enforcement PTSD on families. Check the availability of Susan's book on Amazon: https:…
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Welcome to the Tactical Living Podcast, where your hosts, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, dive deep into the heart of law enforcement and first responder challenges. In today's episode, Seeing Through the Corruption: A Guide to Protecting Your Mental Health as a First Responder, we explore the intricate world of law enforcement throu…
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Welcome to today's episode of our podcast, Balancing the Badge: How First Responders Can Maintain Their Mental Health During the Intense Training Process. First responders, including police officers, firefighters, and EMTs, undergo rigorous training to prepare for the critical roles they play in our communities. While physical preparedness is a key…
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Welcome to today’s episode of the podcast, where we shine a light on the often unseen and underappreciated aspects of law enforcement work. Today, we're diving into the heart of what makes the badge not just a symbol of authority, but a mark of profound service and dedication. Join us as we explore the most rewarding aspects of being a law enforcem…
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Welcome to the Tactical Living Podcast, where today we're venturing into a riveting exploration of psychological resilience and the shadowy corners of trauma, guided by insights from Dr. Jordan Peterson. Peterson suggests a groundbreaking perspective: true healing from trauma requires confronting not just the traumatic event itself but the malevole…
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