Imagine swapping handcuffs for yoga mats—that's exactly what Vance Rowe did. From tackling law enforcement's high-pressure cooker to embracing the zen of yoga, Vance's journey is nothing short of inspiring. He gets real with us about his battle with alcohol, a moment caught on video that jolted him awake to the need for change. It's all about hitting rock bottom and finding that ladder to climb out.

Vance dives into the deep end, talking about the importance of looking after your mental and physical health, especially in jobs that don't let you breathe easy. He's seen it all in over two decades on the force and believes it's high time for a support network that gets it. Plus, he lets us in on how yoga turned the tide not just for him but for his marriage too, proving it's never too late to strike that perfect work-life harmony.

The conversation takes a turn into the changing workplace dynamics, with Vance championing a new generation that's calling time on the old guard's harsh ways. It's all about respect, balance, and saying no to burnout. Vance also sheds light on the staffing crunch that's stretching first responders thin, making the case for yoga as an unlikely hero in the quest for stress relief and better sleep.

For anyone feeling isolated in their struggles, Vance points the way to support groups and communities where first responders can find solace and strength in numbers.

This episode is a warm reminder that it's okay to step back, breathe, and find your balance, no matter the chaos. So, if you're curious about swapping some of that stress for serenity, Vance might just have the answers you're looking for. Join us for a chat that could very well be the nudge you need to embrace a little more zen in your life.

Learn more about Vance and his business Yoga Rescue by visiting:
www.yoga-rescue.com

DISCLAIMER:
After the Tones Drop has been presented and sponsored by Whole House Counseling. After the Tones Drop is for informational purposes only and does not constitute for medical or psychological advice. It is not a substitute for professional health care advice diagnosis or treatment. Please contact a local mental health professional in your area if you are in need of assistance. You can also visit our shows resources page for an abundance of helpful information.

ATTD Music Credits (Music from #Uppbeat):

• https://uppbeat.io/t/vens-adams/adventure-is-calling License code: ANJCYVHRMULSNKQR
• https://uppbeat.io/t/vens-adams/rise-of-the-hero License code: H4WTAGJZIXZCM8DM
• https://uppbeat.io/t/yeti-music/homewardLicense code: KO7FZAIJBAEAJLKE
• https://uppbeat.io/t/sonda/the-heart-grows License code: KAID0ITO96GJZAPS
• https://uppbeat.io/t/philip-anderson/achievement License code: XZ4PMCKHW94GUR74
• https://uppbeat.io/t/tobias-voigt/nexus
  License code: MVMDRGHKHTJRABVR
• https://uppbeat.io/t/paul-yudin/breakthrough
  License code: FYPM3OJF0NQ4OGTE