Episode 2: This Wasn’t Just a Job – Why I Walked Away from the Work That Shaped Me

In this episode, I open up about why I walked away from a job I held for over 18 years, a role that shaped my identity, my purpose, and so much of how I moved through the world. As a former federal employee, I talk about what civil service meant to me, the weight of the decision to leave, and what many public servants are quietly enduring behind the scenes.

But more than that, this episode is a conversation about humanity, about letting go of labels, stepping away from noise, and choosing kindness, even in systems that feel anything but kind.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• Why this job wasn’t just “a job”

• The quiet burnout and emotional cost of showing up every day

• What it means to choose yourself, even when it’s scary

• A reminder that being kind isn’t weakness—it’s radical strength

Let’s Keep the Conversation Going

Have you ever left something that defined you? A job, a relationship, a title? I’d love to hear your story—or even just what this episode stirred up in you. Drop a comment below or reach out on the Contact Page. You’re not alone in feeling the weight of big change.