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· November 4, 2024

77. When Rejection Hits, This Affirmation Will Help You See the Opportunity

Rejection can feel like a punch to the gut. It shakes our confidence, questions our worth, and makes us wonder if we’ll ever get that “yes” we’ve been hoping for. Whether it’s being turned down for a job, facing a…

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middle-age woman working on her laptop.

· February 4, 2024

38. “I Am Not Just A Learner” Encouraging Affirmation- Making the Most of Your Knowledge & Skills

Transform Learning into Action on the Mindful Career Change Podcast.  Join host Valerie Mekki in today’s empowering episode as we bridge the gap between knowledge and practice. It’s one thing to absorb information from books, podcasts, and online courses, but…

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woman facing her fears and determined

· January 14, 2024

35. Bravery Affirmation- Conquering Your Biggest Fears To Unleash Your Greatest Potential

Unleash Your Inner Bravery: Conquering Fear with Courage. Join host Valerie Mekki, a career change guide, as she delves into the heart of what it means to be brave in today’s episode. Forget the grand, superhero-like gestures; discover how true…

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woman visualizing her goals in to reality and success.

· December 31, 2023

33. I Visualize My Success and Feel Its Reality Taking Shape Within and Around Me – Affirmation

 Visualization isn’t just about daydreaming; it’s a powerful tool that can mentally and emotionally prepare you for the successes you’re working towards. Whether it’s a new career, a personal achievement, or simply cultivating a more positive mindset, visualization can be…

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Woman drinking coffee, contemplating about her layoff.

· July 2, 2023

7. Empowering Affirmation: This Layoff Does Not Define Me

Prepare to navigate life after a layoff and embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth in the latest affirmation episode of the Mindful Life Changes (formerly known as Mindful Career Change Podcast), host Valerie Mekki guides you toward reclaiming…

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Career, Career Change · December 23, 2021

The Great Resignation and a Career Change at 40

I didn’t just quit a job, but I quit my career and made a complete career change at 40. This post will share the exact steps I took to make a successful career pivot. After being laid off at the height…

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Career Change, Side Hustle · November 5, 2021

Beginner Blogger Tips: My First Year Blogging

Seven tips I wish someone shared with me as a beginner blogger, plus three different misconceptions I had about blogging.This blog started as a side project with the hopes of earning some income from Ads & Affiliate marketing. It has…

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Career Change · October 14, 2021

My First Year of Changing Careers at 40- What It’s Really Like to Pivot

This post lists the twelve lessons I learned in my first year of changing careers at 40. The journey of changing careers at 40 is like taking a cross-country road trip. You have a destination in mind, but you aren’t fully…

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midelif career woman working her side job during her pivot.

Career, Career Change, Side Hustle · September 16, 2021

Changing Careers at Midlife? The Best Jobs to Help with the Pivot

This post will share the different side hustles that will help changing careers at midlife easier to handle by landing jobs that pay for your expertise and knowledge. You’ve decided to leave your company to pursue a new career that you…

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Midlife Career Woman Working on Making a Career Pivot

Career, Career Change · September 9, 2021

The Best Resources for Navigating a Midlife Career Change

This article shares the most helpful (and needed) resources you need when navigating a midlife career change. You have a feeling of certainty that you have to change your career because your priorities and core values in your life have shifted.Your…

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Career, Career Change, Mindfulness · August 26, 2021

5 Essential Questions To Ask Yourself Before Changing Careers Midlife

This post helps prepare you before changing careers midlife by asking five necessary and essential questions before you make that first move.Retiring in your current career is slowly fading away. You are not as excited or enthusiastic about staying on the…

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Career, Career Change · August 12, 2021

Career Change Strategy: Free Certification Courses Online

This post shares how adding a certification to your online profile or resume will make it easier for career pivoters to stay competitive in a brand new space. It’s not easy getting your foot in the door when you are…

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Oh, hello! I'm Valerie, I know midlife can be a rollercoaster full of twists and turns. As a career change guide and mindfulness enthusiast, I'm passionate about helping women like you navigate this phase with more joy and less stress.

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