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Career Change 180

6/3/2018

 
There is perhaps nothing worse than reaching the top of the ladder and discovering that you’re on the wrong wall.
--Joseph Campbell
 
When it comes to our careers, we often feel such a strong pull to do the responsible thing.  We work hard, reaching out for the next rung.  There are family expectations, cultural pressures, and just so many “shoulds” to answer to:
  • I should keep working in nursing, it pays very well and garners a lot of respect from others
  • My friends are all getting jobs in high tech; shouldn’t I do the same?
  • I should take this job offer because it pays more than the other and my husband is counting on me, as we team up to replenish our depleted savings.
  • I should pursue a promotion here, I think I’m getting close, and my parents would be so proud.
 
This video clip is a Moth story from a woman who was way up near the top of the wrong ladder. It’s from Trisha Rose Burt, and she makes a big career change when she finally realizes “I don’t want to do what other people want me to do, or think I should do anymore.”  I think you’ll like it!




We must be willing to let go of the life we planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us.

— Joseph Campbell

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