The first time I pivoted my career, I was full of shame and guilt.
For 5 years after, I was so lost that I didn't think I could continue... I didn't think I mattered. I lost a sense of purpose and meaning, because it had all been tied to my job. My worth to my achievements.
That deep belief that I didn't matter and how close I came to giving up on life entirely is why I can't stay silent... many people are feeling unworthy because of what they do or don't do. It's unstable territory and high risk for a crisis of the mind, body, and spirit. It sets us up for psychospiritual turmoil while at the same time we face stigma when we get help... or a military discharge like I did which increased my shame spiral.
The healing journey has been confronting at times... I often did what I was used to... I worked HARD to "fix" my thoughts and threw myself into more work to avoid the emotions.
Ultimately, surrendering, allowing, being, developing self-compassion, and surrounding myself by a supportive community (you!) served me much better.
Now, I make pivots and expand in perpetual creative response to my core values, ever evolving life and career opportunities, interests, and sense of purpose and meaning... just like many other fields would promote that I should do outside of healthcare.
Live your precious life. Learn what's not working and why. Run toward what you desire.
If you're absolutely fried and nothing lights you up.. rest. I am here for you to lean on.
If you've lost yourself and don't know what the heck you want anymore - partnering with you to help you navigate is my jam.
I speak about my story to save lives - top priority (and includes my own).
And also to help you see that you can do so much more than survive... you can create a fulfilling life defined by you.. no longer abandoning yourself to be who you think others need you to be.
I LOVE to help people live a life true to themselves... and feel how much better life can be when we let ourselves be free to prioritize what matters most to us (not what society tells us we should want and do).
Reach out if you'd like to hear more about how I help people 1:1 or take a moment to let me know you are interested in group coaching options: https://forms.gle/kpfCrBeHHujEY9hV8
I'm here to help you find your way back to yourself and tap into the deeper sense of meaning and purpose you feel fuels your spirit.
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