EP 25: How to Exit Your Career Gracefully and Step Into What’s Next

In this heartfelt solo episode, Anniston shares her personal journey of leaving a high-level corporate role and the unexpected identity shift that followed. Whether you're contemplating a career change or already in the messy middle of transition, this episode is for you.

She dives deep into how to know when it’s truly time to leave a job (hint: are you running, or are you being called?), what happens emotionally and energetically after you exit, and the powerful tools that helped her navigate the unknown. Anniston also opens up about the 30-day sabbatical that changed everything — revealing the uncomfortable but beautiful process of expansion, nervous system healing, and reconnecting with a deeper purpose. This episode is both a permission slip and a roadmap for anyone standing at a crossroads, wondering what comes next.

🔑 You’ll Learn:

• How to tell if it’s really time to leave your job
• The difference between running away vs. being called forward
• Why your nervous system plays a critical role in career transitions
• What to expect in the “cocoon phase” after a major change
• How to create clarity, alignment, and confidence before your next step

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