Back in March, my company went through a reorganization. I don't want to give specifics here but if you want to know more, just ask! The transition was very difficult for many reasons and so I resigned at the end of May. I didn't want to leave because I really did love my job, but the changes weren't in line with my values. My coworkers were (and still are) so supportive and fantastic, helping me get through those struggles. I'm so grateful! Anyway, I decided to take a leap of faith and leave behind security to seek personal happiness...crazy, right? Not really.
Due to the chaos of those months, I needed time to relax and replenish myself. I felt like I'd been broken, like my soul had been crushed. I know it sounds dramatic, but it's really how I felt. That's what led to my 2.5 months of traveling. I went to places with intense, inspiring beauty (and Vegas 😋) and spent a lot of time with my loved ones. It was exactly what I needed! I was able to be myself again, with happiness and peace at my core. Thank God I was able to have that time!
A month ago, a wonderful coworker got me an interview with a great place that I was sure would be my next job. However, I hadn't heard back after 2 weeks. Honestly, I started doubting and questioning myself, but I remember praying, "Ok, Lord. I'm not sure what's going on, but I wonder if You have something else in mind." Then I got a call from my dad.
He was so excited because he'd just met a lady who was looking for someone like me! She had a booming private practice and had been praying for a LAC who 1) was Catholic 2) needed a board-certified supervisor 3) wanted a mentor 4) needed their own office space.
As my dad was telling me about all this, I started to get tears in my eyes. This sounded exactly like what I'd been praying for and I couldn't believe that this could actually be real!
I interviewed with Donna and she offered me the job on the spot. Today was my first day and I already have 4 people on my schedule.
That's the short version of my journey. It's been difficult at times, but I've simultaneously had so much peace about this process. I’ve had doubts and anxiety along the way, but I’ve made a conscious effort to choose gratitude and belief. It’s made a huge difference. I'm so incredibly grateful for everything that's happened. It's such a blessing to be an answer to someone's prayer!
Why do I share all this? I want you to know that God is good and faithful! I want you to know that it's important to know your values so you can live your life authentically and peacefully. I want you to know that having a support system that speaks your love languages (words of affirmation and quality time for me) is invaluable. I want you to know that it's possible to achieve the dreams and desires of your heart.
Dream on!