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(Who else?) My brain when Chris said to himself over coffee the other morning, “I’m going back to Alaska this summer to run another boat.” As much as I love time to myself, the thought of another goodbye makes my heart drop.

However, instead of feeling down abt letting this get to me after 8+ years together, I remember that not all seasons are the same and sometimes you feel the feels more than others. This is normal 🫶
Snapping back to enjoying time together is the real trick. Otherwise, we’ll catch ourselves in a cycle of longing instead of taking advantage of the joys and FREEDOM of the off-season. If you’re feeling this way, or have in the past, you are not alone! Sending you love as I work through it, too. 💞⚓️👯‍♀️

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Great advice I recently read is to remind yourself that every season is different - the timing, situation, your mental headspace…meaning the things that were easier in the past may be hard this time, and that’s okay! A reminder to give ourselves grace and adjust when needed.

Here are some other helpful things to lean into when you’re feeling the weight of commercial fishing life:

😎 Chill for a sec. Slow down and ditch that big to-do list to give yourself time to recenter, recalibrate, and breathe. Instead of hoping for time to pass quickly, think abt enjoying these special moments to make this unique lifestyle your own!

🍵 Fill your cup. Pick 1 thing, even if it’s something small, that would just feel nice today and set aside time for that! Is it setting a 10 minute timer to lay down with no interruptions or phone? Coffee in a cute cafe? Calling your bff? Do that!

🤸 Movement. Stay active in your new flow by exercising or going on a quick stroll - both will do wonders for the psyche. Mark it as an event in your calendar to remind you to give it a try!

What is most helpful for you during fishing seasons?

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Realizing the perfect distraction of a trip to Puerto Rico to the ticking clock of sockeye salmon season in Bristol Bay, Alaska. The countdown to my fisherman leaving for another season. Tis the life of a POCF…🕰️❤️🙏🏽

When Chris and I first started dating, I had zero friends who knew what being with a commercial fisherman was like, and didn’t live near a port area with a fisherman’s wives’ community to connect with. I also felt that even as a girlfriend, I went through similar experiences and emotions during the on and off seasons as a wife. Where was a place that *supported* those who supported our fishermen?

In addition, I couldn’t find information about the emotional ride of being with someone in this unique profession. IYKYK.

So, I started writing about personal experiences, hoping to connect with others who felt the same way. Emails trickled in, and led me to interview other POCFs who shared similar joys and challenges of this unique lifestyle. Four years later, the blog has become a foundation for those who can relate to the nuances of being in a relationship with a fisherman - no matter age, time, or place on the globe. It’s quite incredible if you think about it!

If you’re interested in learning personal stories of Partners of Commercial Fishermen like you in our community, we’d love for you to visit our home port: pocfpride.com. There is a treasure chest of validation, companionship, and empowerment waiting for you there!

What’s it like where you live? Do you have friends nearby who understand what it’s like to be with a fisherman?

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What’s a word that comes to mind when you think of your partner? (For mine, I’d say, “adventurous.”🌊💞)

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To all Partners of Commercial Fishermen: We are doing better than we think.

Partners of Commercial Fishermen are so diverse yet experience similar complex emotions at any stage of their partner’s fishing career. This is why our private group chat is so special. When your family or friends don’t understand the emotions you’re going through - we do!

You can hop on and text with POCFs who have been there and won’t judge you for it. Chat is open to all private forum members. Link in bio to learn more!

Mental Health Check: how are you doing at this stage of the on or off-season?

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In the beginning, it’s the longing and learning to establish independence while in a relationship w a fisherman. 💞

Then, it’s concern for their safety, although worrying is prevalent at some level until we force ourselves out of the spiral with positive self-talk and trust in our fisherman’s ability.🙏🏽

Another stage is coping with fluctuating income. Fishing is so volatile (in weather and wealth) that one year, you’re making it rain (on vacations, house projects, and other goals), while others teach you how to make that seasonal money stretch.

Believe me; you are not alone at any stage. The best part is knowing that through the challenges, we are building strong relationships built on trust, reliability, and the ongoing spark that keeps the flame going – the silver lining to all of it!❤️

The cherry on top is having a private community to text and chat with anytime. Need to vent, ask a question, or talk out your worries, we are here for you! All private forum members not only get access to group support, 1:1 support AND a private group chat - there’s also a growing bank of resources, specifically for POCFs, updated monthly to help you live a better commercial fishing lifestyle. Link in bio if you’d like to join our crew!

Since POCFs can connect on all levels of this unique lifestyle, I’m curious to know, how long have you been w your fisherman?

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