Garrett & Summer Dutson: Love, Loss, and Healing
Episode Overview
The emotional impact of losing a partner in the line of duty. How grief and anxiety affected their marriage. The importance of open communication in recovery. The role of professional counselling and support networks. The value of C.O.P.S. retreats for healing.
I just pictured, I had a different image of what a cop should be.
Garrett and Summer Dutson share their heartfelt journey through grief and recovery in this episode of No One Fights Alone. Hosted by Austin Pederson and Brad Shepherd, the episode dives deep into the emotional impact of losing a partner in the line of duty. Garrett, a Utah County Sheriff's Office officer, and his wife Summer discuss how this tragic event affected their marriage and family life.
From the initial shock and disbelief to the long road of healing, their story is one of resilience and love. The Dutsons reveal how they navigated the complexities of grief, anxiety, and depression, and how they found solace in open communication and professional counselling. They also touch on the importance of support networks like the Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) retreats, which played a crucial role in their recovery.
With eight children and a marriage spanning over 26 years, Garrett and Summer's candid conversation offers valuable insights for anyone facing similar challenges. This episode is a must-listen for those looking to understand the emotional toll of first responder life and the strength it takes to overcome such profound loss. Their story is a testament to the power of love, support, and perseverance.