Career change can be especially hard for highly sensitive people (HSPs). To be sure, we can also be good at it. As a career coach for HSPs, I’ve got some practical steps to help HSPs manage career transition stress and thrive in the process.
I remember staying in a job
Too much effort, and we can burn out. Too little, and we can sell out on our life purpose and get depressed. I’ve done both. Here’s how I think of Right Effort today in my work life.
Many people in healthcare have sadly left the field or are considering quitting. It’s a big decision and I want to offer something especially for introverts in healthcare. I invited a former doctor to share her experience and advice for others considering this career transition.
Years ago, I was telling a friend, “I feel like I have no time,” and I felt so tense. She suggested a simple affirmation I thought that was ridiculous. But then it helped! Here’s my quick antidote that still helps me.
Feeling the weight of grief or worry for loved ones, or people you don’t even know but still care about? I feel for you. I feel it too. Here’s how I’m taking care, and what I’ve learned.
My recent shake-up story and how I found my footing again. I wrote up 7 ways that help me cope with uncertainty in business and life (including climate chaos). + Coping mantras.
My review of the 2023 book, Sensitive, and what happened at a book discussion with other HSPs. I also define high sensitivity here. It’s so misunderstood.
Many have equated work with drudgery but work should be fun because fun means you’re on the right career path. Work CAN be fun. What I mean, and how…
You hear about side hustles or that you have to hustle to make it as an entrepreneur. It can be a turn off for introverts and HSPs. Hustle is NOT required. Here’s why the hustle idea is harmful, and what works better.
I explain my black swan logo as
Missing the easier path reminded me of how we keep using a stressful path in our career and business. The easier way is often right there.
Why it’s hard and confusing, like a tangled web. (It’s not you!) Here are 3 lists that help, including the 4 typical roadblocks for finding the right career, and the 4 ways people get around those roadblocks. I also address cost issues for getting help.
Gratitude and grief often come together, and it can lead to more joy when we let it all in. And that leads to an abundance of giving. Plus, how to find your way of sharing your gifts.
I sent this note to a fellow HSP friend having a rough time and decided to save it here for when you and I need it too. We need each other. #community
I find the holidays are more complicated and exhausting this year. It’s humbling. Here’s a dose of compassion for all of us.
I believe good meaningful work is possible without burnout or overwhelm. But how, when it seems so hard to do? I’ll explain.
If you’re feeling wobbly or shaken up by these times, you might be rethinking your priorities around work. Here’s a little love note to help us all. (Early signs of the Great Resignation.)
With climate change comes more natural disasters, and it can rattle our nerves. Here’s how a sensitive introvert found her calm in the floods in Houston.
When you are high in empathy, or you have sensitivity like an introvert or HSP has, we can get exhausted. Calming and grounding yourself is job #1 and easier than you think.
Finding your balance when life inside you or in the news feels overwhelming. Seeing injustice when you care so much is hard. 7 simple things that help me.
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This is a common question. My answer is that you don’t even know what’s realistic or not until you explore some more. I have the kind of brain that thinks there is always a way to do something you love. Even if you don’t think like that, stay with me
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It might not feel like it right now, but work can be energizing and fulfilling, even for introverts and HSPs. There is a way. Here are 3 paths to find your way to your right career path.
Self-employment guidance especially for introverts and HSPs. So you can have the sustainable, meaningful, and calm life you crave.
Does it seem like everyone else has it figured out? Let me light the way for your exploration around career, life purpose, or self-employment.
