Careershifter question
By Anonymous on 25 November 2007 at 15:18
My 'dream' opportunity has presented itself, but pursuing this opportunity means potential negative impact on my wife - she is more sensitive to change and leaving the stability we are fortunate to currently enjoy.
ShiftDoctor answer
By Jessica McGrego... on 4 December 2007 at 21:55 in ShiftSurgeries
Change by its very nature is scary. There is always an element of us that likes to maintain the status quo, even if we know intellectually that the change could be good for us or someone we love.
I am reminded of a client who took the risk and went for the dream with many of the same trepidations as you. Ultimately his partner had flourished in the light of his happiness, had been drawn forward by his fulfilment.
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Careershifter question
By Anonymous on 25 November 2007 at 15:18
My 'dream' opportunity has presented itself, but pursuing this opportunity means potential negative impact on my wife - she is more sensitive to change and leaving the stability we are fortunate to currently enjoy.
ShiftDoctor answer
By Jessica McGrego... on 4 December 2007 at 21:55 in ShiftSurgeries
Change by its very nature is scary. There is always an element of us that likes to maintain the status quo, even if we know intellectually that the change could be good for us or someone we love.
I am reminded of a client who took the risk and went for the dream with many of the same trepidations as you. Ultimately his partner had flourished in the light of his happiness, had been drawn forward by his fulfilment.
Read full case file
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Change of any kind needs support, that's a given. So setting up a suppot system is very important. here are suggestions on how to identify your 'true' supporters and a practical exercise on how to become your own champion supporter.Change of any kind needs support, that's a given. So setting up a suppot system is very important. here are suggestions on how to identify your 'true' supporters and a practical exercise on how to become your own champion supporter. More
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