STS Podcast: When the Call Comes Home - A Widow’s Story of Trauma, Faith, and Recovery

In this powerful episode of the Silence the Shame podcast, Shanti Das sits down with Keshia Johnson—Atlanta realtor, community builder, and widow of Atlanta Police Sgt. Darrell “DD” Johnson — for a deeply moving conversation about grief, resilience, and mental wellness for first responder families. In this episode, you'll hear about: 1. The layered grief of losing a spouse in law enforcement while parenting a young child 2. How depression, faith, stigma, and support systems all showed up in her mental health journey 3. The gaps in support for law enforcement families then, and what meaningful wellness and grief support should look like now 4. Practical guidance for spouses and families of first responders on protecting their own mental health Whether you’re a first responder, a spouse or partner, a surviving family member, or someone who cares about the people behind the badge, this episode offers honesty, compassion, and hope. 🧠 If you or someone you know is struggling, you are not alone. Reach out to a trusted friend, a mental health professional, or call/text your local crisis line. CALL | TEXT | CHAT 988 in the U.S. 🔔 Subscribe to Silence the Shame for more real conversations on mental health, healing, and hope. 👍 Like, comment, and share this episode to help us break the silence and end the stigma—especially for first responder families. 📌 Follow Silence the Shame: Instagram: @silencetheshame LinkedIn: Silence the Shame Facebook: Silence the Shame Website: www.silencetheshame.com #SilenceTheShame #MentalHealthMatters #FirstResponders #LawEnforcement #PoliceFamilies #GriefJourney #KeshaJohnson #ShantiDas #Podcast