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In this episode of Diary of a L.E.O., we sit down with a former correctional officer who shares the raw truth behind the badge—what it really costs to work inside the walls.

From chasing money and long overtime shifts… to missing his children’s first steps, first words, and once-in-a-lifetime moments—this conversation dives deep into the sacrifices that aren’t talked about enough.

We break down:

• The hidden cost of working 16-hour shifts
• What it means to “do time” alongside inmates
• Why some people never break the cycle
• The difference between physical control and verbal de-escalation
• And the moment when choosing family became more important than the paycheck

This episode is not about perfection—it’s about perspective, growth, and truth.

Whether you’re in law enforcement, thinking about joining, or simply trying to understand the human side of the badge… this one is for you.

Sometimes getting everything you wanted… comes at the cost of everything that matters.

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