Navigating Change: From Planner to Guide

This chapter details an individual's transformative journey from a stable career in transportation planning to becoming a whitewater rafting guide, ignited by a life-changing trip through the Grand Canyon. It explores the internal struggles and core values influencing this significant career shift amidst societal pressures like the pandemic and 'great resignation.' The conversation highlights the balance of pursuing passion while considering financial stability and the emotional complexities of embracing change later in life.