My takeaway from this great piece is to pay attention to the signals. Your mind and body are providing information. And, even if change is not reasonable in that moment, pay attention. Designing your exit plan, whether today or next year, provides relief and evidence you are paying attention.
Patrick, that last part is what took me the longest to get. The plan itself changes something. You stop feeling trapped the second you start treating it like a choice.
Exactly. As I was reading, it reminded me of a time in my life when I was going through the paces. Sitting in the parking lot at the hospital, watching my peers arrive at work and walk to the front door felt heavy. Knowing I was in that place for 12 -14 hours was overwhelming. That recognition provided space for me to consider other possibilities. And while it did not bring immediate relief, it did provide a recognition that I could exit and follow my heart when the time was right.
My takeaway from this great piece is to pay attention to the signals. Your mind and body are providing information. And, even if change is not reasonable in that moment, pay attention. Designing your exit plan, whether today or next year, provides relief and evidence you are paying attention.
Patrick, that last part is what took me the longest to get. The plan itself changes something. You stop feeling trapped the second you start treating it like a choice.
Exactly. As I was reading, it reminded me of a time in my life when I was going through the paces. Sitting in the parking lot at the hospital, watching my peers arrive at work and walk to the front door felt heavy. Knowing I was in that place for 12 -14 hours was overwhelming. That recognition provided space for me to consider other possibilities. And while it did not bring immediate relief, it did provide a recognition that I could exit and follow my heart when the time was right.