Holding the Line
Mark KellyHolding the Line explores the psychological cost of policing and how the job shapes the mind and nervous system, drawing on my lived experience as a police officer and my clinical work with thousands of police officers.
| Platform |  | Pricing | Only free issues | Publishes | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issues | 9 | Founded | 9 months ago | Last Issue | 3 months ago |
| Active | |||||
Read this Newsletter
policepsychologist.substack.comLatest Issues
They Knew All Along...
A little while ago, someone showed me an old police report.
It contained well over one hundred pages of research, recommendations, risk assessments, implementation plans, committee language, organisational charts, areas of risk and careful...
The End Nobody Plans For
“The best laid plans of mice and men often go astray, and leave us only grief and pain for promised joy.” ~ Robert Burns
Seated across from me, he looked me in the eyes and said it plainly, with a slight hint of regret. His eyes wet with t...
When the Body Makes the Call
Lying for two hours in an MRI machine has a way of stripping back life to the basics. Doctors are present, looking at a monitor, whispering. I can’t see or hear them, of course, but I know they are there. The tinny, easy-listening music pla...
For the Older Hands and the Ones Coming Up Behind You
There are still plenty of coppers in the job who remember when discretion wasn’t a liability.
When experience counted for something and making a call in the heat of the moment wasn’t automatically career-threatening. A time when judgement...
Sleep Deprivation as a Psychological Weapon
Photo by christopher lemercier on Unsplash
It’s 7:20 am, and I’m sitting at my desk writing after an average night’s sleep. My Garmin reported a touch over six hours of poor-quality sleep and a low sleep score. My Whoop recovery is in the...
Key Facts
Audience Metrics
Subscribers, engagement, traffic and sponsorship for Holding the Line.
| Subscribers | Engagement | 58 | Monthly Web Visits | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accepts Sponsors | Estimated Cost per Ad | ||||
Explore More
Authors
The writers behind this newsletter.
I’m a former police officer who left the job due to PTSD from police work. I’m now a clinical psychologist and I work exclusively with police. This Substack sits at the intersection of 30 years of lived experience and clinical understanding.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I access the email archive for Holding the Line?
You can find recent issues that have been published by Holding the Line on Reletter by scrolling up to where it says Latest Issues. Tap on the link for any of the most recent emails or hit More Issues to see older ones.
How many subscribers does Holding the Line have?
To see how many people subscribe to Holding the Line, simply upgrade your Reletter account. We provide readership numbers and lots of other stats for this newsletter so you can decide if it's worth reaching out to.
How can I advertise in Holding the Line?
Newsletter advertising can be extremely effective when it's done right. Before you pitch Holding the Line as a potential sponsor or partner, make sure that you've done your research and checked its newsletter stats with Reletter.
Then, personalize one of our winning pitching templates and send it to the right person using the contact info provided.
How much does it cost to sponsor a publication like Holding the Line?
Newsletter ad rates (or CPM) vary depending on many factors, including industry, number of subscribers, open rate, ad placement and more.
To find out how much an ad will cost, contact Holding the Line using the contact information provided and ask for a copy of their media kit.
How can I find newsletters related to Holding the Line?
Scroll up to where it says Related Newsletters to see other publications like Holding the Line. You can also search our email newsletter directory to discover other newsletters that cover the topics you're interested in.
How do I contact Holding the Line?
Reletter provides this newsletter's website URL above, where you will often find their contact information. We also provide links to associated social media accounts and pitching templates so you can reach out fast.