Ever felt like those closest to you, instead of cheering you on, were throwing cold water over your dreams, especially when it came to making a massive career change? Imagine having practical tips to help you gracefully navigate through these unsupportive reactions, reaffirm your worth, and remain powerfully unabashed in the pursuit of your new career path.
In this episode of the Mindful Career Change Podcast, host Valerie Mekki, a career change counselor, tackles this often overlooked challenge. Learn how to find strength and validation within yourself, even when those you count on don't share your vision. She shares her personal journey and practical strategies for navigating skepticism from your inner circle, transforming it into resilience for your career journey. If you're seeking affirmation and guidance on thriving amidst doubts, this episode is a must-listen. Get ready to empower yourself with insights and strategies for a successful career pivot, confirming that your dream career is valid, regardless of others' opinions.
Show Notes and Timestamps:
[00:00:46] Intro
[00:02:48] What to do when your loved ones aren't supportive of your career change
[00:04:53] Tips on how to overcome unsupportive reactions to your career change
[00:06:54] Start of affirmation
[00:09:10] End of affirmation
[00:09:44] Make your affirmation S.T.I.C.K.Y.
[00:11:22] End
If you’re curious about how to make your affirmations sticky, listen to episode 1 and I’ll walk you through how to make your affirmation practice a more effective and transformative tool for your career-changing journey.
Formerly known as the "Mindful Career Change Podcast," I decided to broaden our conversation to cover all life transitions, not just our careers.
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