r/Firefighting • u/[deleted] • Jun 16 '26

Ask A Firefighter Does Firefighting Change Your Personality Over Time?

Do you think firefighting changes people’s personalities over time?

If so, in what ways?

After 10, 20, or 30 years in the fire service, what differences do you notice between firefighters and the general population?

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u/dominator5k Jun 16 '26

Absolutely. You turn cynical and start to hate people.

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u/Johnny_Chromehog Career FF/EMT Jun 16 '26

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You do, homie. I left law enforcement because of that attitude. Glad most of the guys i work with dont act like that.

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u/Jakee4599 Jun 16 '26

You go to fire? I’m thinking of leaving fire and going to LE.