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Fire Wife & New Mom: 5 Ways to Thrive (Not Just Survive)
Bringing a child into the world has a whole host of challenges; the fact that one parent is a first responder makes things fun.

Sarah Talley
Feb 47 min read


Why Self-Love Isn’t Selfish: A Fire Wife’s Guide to Prioritizing You
At Next Step Connect, our framework supports spouses in redirecting their experiences to empower them instead of depleting them.

Sarah Talley
Jan 216 min read


Confessions of a Fire Wife: The Importance of Building Your Network
This blog post will delve into the critical importance of building a robust network as a fire wife, to find solace within this world.

Sarah Talley
Dec 24, 20244 min read


The Wealth of Long-Term Friendships: High-Yield Accounts in the Bank of Life
Long-term friendships are the high-yield savings accounts of our emotional world. Let’s explore how these connections mirror a bank account.

Sarah Talley
Dec 10, 20246 min read


Three Takeaways from Super Communicators That Will Transform Your Conversations
With the holiday season approaching, join us to discover how our takeaways can simplify your life and empower your communication with others

Sarah Talley
Nov 26, 20245 min read


Uncovering the Unsung Heroes: How to Connect with Your First Responder in Ways You Never Thought Possible
In this post, we share tools to support those who support first responders. Follow us to learn more about building connections with those a

Sarah Talley
Oct 1, 20245 min read


A Step-by-Step Guide to Overcoming Uncertainty and Jumping Into the Unknown
At some point, we all grapple with a decision to move forward despite the unknown outcomes. What propels us to leap while others freeze?

Sarah Talley
Aug 1, 20247 min read


Understanding the Challenges of Connection within First Responder Lifestyle: Navigating Shift Work and Stress
What does a typical life look like with a first responder? Find out how we connect here.

Sarah Talley
Apr 29, 20247 min read
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