The Therapy Edit Confessions - I'm done with my job. But they don't know it yet.
6 snips
Dec 6, 2024 In a heartfelt confession, a listener expresses the urge to quit a suffocating job but struggles with fear. Anna empathizes, reframing their desire for change as bravery. She discusses the discomfort that comes with major life decisions and the transformative potential of admitting 'I'm done.' Practical tips include daydreaming about future scenarios and drafting a resignation letter. Anna outlines a three-step plan to talk, explore, and act, encouraging listeners to confront difficult conversations and small, hopeful steps towards their dreams.
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
Naming Your Limit Is Powerful
- Recognising 'I don't want to do this anymore' is a brave and pivotal moment in change.
- Anna Mathur frames it as planting a flag that signals the possibility of a different life.
Reclaim Energy With Life-Giving Activities
- Do invest time in activities and relationships that feel fulfilling and energising.
- Anna Mathur advises restarting routines and hobbies because they actually give you energy rather than waiting for energy to return.
Start Speaking Up To Trusted People
- Talk about your unhappiness with people who care and can support you.
- Anna Mathur says these conversations unlock possibilities and encouragement you might not see alone.
