In today’s episode, Kelli sits down with Mariya and Joel, a couple who’ve spent years working on the frontline as paramedics. While Joel is still out on the road, Mariya has stepped into new roles as a mother and business owner. Together, they share the highs and lows of navigating life behind the sirens and how they’ve managed the emotional weight of emergency care, both individually and as a couple. We talk about trauma, identity shifts, conscious parenting, and how their businesses are now focused on empowering others through first aid education and emotional support. It’s a raw, honest, and inspiring conversation about resilience, connection, and finding purpose beyond the uniform.
In today’s episode, Kelli sits down with Mariya and Joel, a couple who’ve spent years working on the frontline as paramedics. While Joel is still out on the road, Mariya has stepped into new roles as a mother and business owner. Together, they share the highs and lows of navigating life behind the sirens and how they’ve managed the emotional weight of emergency care, both individually and as a couple.
We talk about trauma, identity shifts, conscious parenting, and how their businesses are now focused on empowering others through first aid education and emotional support. It’s a raw, honest, and inspiring conversation about resilience, connection, and finding purpose beyond the uniform.
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(01:16) Meeting Mariya and Joel
(01:23) Journey into Paramedicine
(02:53) Working Together as Paramedics
(08:08) Memorable Experiences on the Job
(12:09) Coping with Trauma and Seeking Support
(19:19) Balancing Family and Career
(22:56) Navigating Post-Paramedic Life
(24:57) Discussing Trauma Bonding
(27:02) Transition from Paramedic to Postnatal Work
(29:56) Balancing Work and Family Life
(33:19) Creating and Merging Businesses
(36:02) Importance of First Aid Training
(42:23) Advice for Healthcare Workers