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Sometimes walking away is the bravest choice you can make. After dedicating over eight years to a warehouse management position, I found myself trapped in an unsustainable cycle of overperformance and underappreciation that was slowly draining my spirit. What began as a fulfilling career where I thrived as a supervisor gradually transformed into a daily burden where giving 120% became the normalized expectation.
The turning point arrived unexpectedly. In the aftermath of my grandmother's passing, a mysterious illness left me bedridden - as though my body was physically expelling years of accumulated stress. This moment of forced pause became the clarity I needed to recognize it was time for change. Despite the security of familiarity and the uncertainty of starting over, I gathered the courage to pursue a new opportunity that has since transformed my relationship with work.
This raw, unedited episode marks my return to podcasting after an extended absence. I share the unfiltered reality of recognizing when to leave a situation that no longer serves you, the physical toll of workplace stress, and finding the strength to prioritize wellbeing over comfort. For anyone feeling trapped in a similar situation - dreading each workday before it even begins - this episode offers both validation and encouragement that better possibilities await when you honor your worth. Have you ever had to walk away from something comfortable to save yourself? Share your experience or thoughts on this episode - I'd love to hear your story.

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