Comments on: Why We Must Stop Allowing Our Career to Define Our Identity https://witanddelight.com/2017/11/stop-allowing-career-define-identity/ A Lifestyle Blog Fri, 20 Aug 2021 20:54:22 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.1 By: Kathryn https://witanddelight.com/2017/11/stop-allowing-career-define-identity/#comment-568109 Mon, 27 Nov 2017 18:02:47 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=25100#comment-568109 In reply to Jennifer.

Well said, Jennifer! Hope you have a wonderful week and thank you for commenting!

]]> By: Kathryn https://witanddelight.com/2017/11/stop-allowing-career-define-identity/#comment-568108 Mon, 27 Nov 2017 18:02:03 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=25100#comment-568108 In reply to allison.

Thank you, Allison! I appreciate you taking the time to read the article 🙂 Have a lovely week!

]]> By: Kathryn https://witanddelight.com/2017/11/stop-allowing-career-define-identity/#comment-568107 Mon, 27 Nov 2017 18:00:44 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=25100#comment-568107 In reply to Demi.

Thank you for the sweet comment, Demi. It sounds like you are well on your way to leaving the corporate world behind and living out your dream. I wish you all the best and hope you and your family have a wonderful holiday season!

]]> By: Kathryn https://witanddelight.com/2017/11/stop-allowing-career-define-identity/#comment-568106 Mon, 27 Nov 2017 17:58:31 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=25100#comment-568106 In reply to Cat.

I greatly appreciate you taking the time to comment, as well as for your kind words. So happy the post resonated with you!

]]> By: Kathryn https://witanddelight.com/2017/11/stop-allowing-career-define-identity/#comment-568104 Mon, 27 Nov 2017 17:56:09 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=25100#comment-568104 In reply to Alina.

“I don’t know where I am going, but I am on my way.” – Love how you phrased that Alina, as it’s so true! Cheers to the unknown 🙂

]]> By: Kathryn https://witanddelight.com/2017/11/stop-allowing-career-define-identity/#comment-568102 Mon, 27 Nov 2017 17:54:31 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=25100#comment-568102 In reply to Katie.

It sounds like you’re on a great path, Katie. Wishing you all the best!

]]> By: Kathryn https://witanddelight.com/2017/11/stop-allowing-career-define-identity/#comment-568101 Mon, 27 Nov 2017 17:53:26 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=25100#comment-568101 In reply to Genevieve.

Couldn’t agree with you more, Genevieve. I appreciate you taking the time to comment. Have a lovely week!

]]> By: Weekend Notes: The Best Hot Chocolate & How to Be More Present - Camille Styles https://witanddelight.com/2017/11/stop-allowing-career-define-identity/#comment-566656 Sun, 19 Nov 2017 14:04:08 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=25100#comment-566656 […] Why we shouldn’t let our careers define our identities. […]

]]> By: Jennifer https://witanddelight.com/2017/11/stop-allowing-career-define-identity/#comment-566581 Sat, 18 Nov 2017 23:41:49 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=25100#comment-566581 A physician is part of who I am. During my residency, I distinctly remember thinking, “This isn’t a job, it’s just what I do.” Caring for others is a privilege and a large part of the identity of those who choose this life.

]]> By: allison https://witanddelight.com/2017/11/stop-allowing-career-define-identity/#comment-566274 Thu, 16 Nov 2017 23:29:53 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=25100#comment-566274 this is a fantastic post and i couldnt agree with the sentiment anymore- thanks for writing this and getting the convo going!

]]> By: Demi https://witanddelight.com/2017/11/stop-allowing-career-define-identity/#comment-565209 Thu, 09 Nov 2017 16:05:10 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=25100#comment-565209 Gosh, this article speaks to me in so many ways! I’m about to turn 40 in December and I’m so unhappy running this corporate rat race. I work at an engineering firm and for the last 3 years I’ve been miserable and wanted to pursue my own business. During this time, I’ve done a lot of self introspection. I realized that I love home decor and fashion, and have decided to start a second career on the side with an online business. My day job pays great but it takes time away from my toddler twins. I want to be in a position where I get to dictate my schedule and spend more time with family and doing things I love! I don’t have it all figured out but I’m chiseling away everyday at making this dream a reality!

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]]> By: Cat https://witanddelight.com/2017/11/stop-allowing-career-define-identity/#comment-565185 Thu, 09 Nov 2017 10:48:16 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=25100#comment-565185 I usually never comment on posts but this was so perfectly timed to what I’m experiencing right now that I had to express my appreciation. Thank you! If there’s any chance you could follow up with a post on tips for emotionally disengaging from work (without losing professional commitment) that would be ideal!!

]]> By: Alina https://witanddelight.com/2017/11/stop-allowing-career-define-identity/#comment-565126 Thu, 09 Nov 2017 01:20:16 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=25100#comment-565126 Such a great post! Only after years and years I start realizing what I want to do in life and how to get there, but even right now now and then the doubts creep in and I wonder if I am not making a mistake. But at the end of the day, this is my way, I don’t know where I am going, but I am on my way 🙂

]]> By: Katie https://witanddelight.com/2017/11/stop-allowing-career-define-identity/#comment-565110 Wed, 08 Nov 2017 21:34:48 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=25100#comment-565110 Needed this today. I too have been “called” to be an actress, a lawyer (if only by my mother), an architect, a fashion buyer, and now a big fat question mark. As I’m looking at new jobs and companies, I am trying to prioritize my values for once. I hope that focus leads me to the best opportunity and allows me time and space to keep growing and connecting with the people I love.

]]> By: Genevieve https://witanddelight.com/2017/11/stop-allowing-career-define-identity/#comment-565109 Wed, 08 Nov 2017 21:22:28 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=25100#comment-565109 I think what you are saying is more like redefining what you view as success, and I do think it is important to stick to your own principles of success as opposed to conventional “dream jobs”. And, like you, I have changed jobs and industries several times within a decade, gone back to grad school, etc., but whatever I am professionally pursuing at the moment is not 100% of my life, but definitely a big part of my life. And to those who DO achieve their dream jobs and whose work consumes pretty much all their life, I say kudos to them if they love what they’re doing. Just do whatever suits you.

]]> By: Kathryn https://witanddelight.com/2017/11/stop-allowing-career-define-identity/#comment-565102 Wed, 08 Nov 2017 19:29:43 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=25100#comment-565102 In reply to Of Ashes & Bones.

I absolutely love your mom’s advice, and completely agree! While I by no means have “it” figured out, I always try to remind myself to sometime just be. Be present; be open; and be ready for what’s next! Have a lovely day and thanks for reading!

]]> By: Kathryn https://witanddelight.com/2017/11/stop-allowing-career-define-identity/#comment-565101 Wed, 08 Nov 2017 19:27:35 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=25100#comment-565101 In reply to Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog.

I agree with you, Charmaine. I think it’s all in your head, too! There have been so many days where I’ve had to press mute on that inner critic (so much easier said than done, I know!) But hang in there and keep doing you! As always, thank you for your comment 🙂

]]> By: Kathryn https://witanddelight.com/2017/11/stop-allowing-career-define-identity/#comment-565100 Wed, 08 Nov 2017 19:25:51 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=25100#comment-565100 In reply to Mailinh.

Thank you for your comment! And here’s to a cookie-cutter free life 🙂

]]> By: Of Ashes & Bones https://witanddelight.com/2017/11/stop-allowing-career-define-identity/#comment-565092 Wed, 08 Nov 2017 18:18:51 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=25100#comment-565092 Completely agree with you. I used to wonder how do these people seem so put together, and know exactly what they want in life. When I was in high school, I used to think that by the time I’m 24 I would have figured life out. Boy, did I was wrong. My mom always tells me that each person has a different timeline, and just because we’re not on the same speed doesn’t mean that our live is wrong. great post!

]]> By: Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog https://witanddelight.com/2017/11/stop-allowing-career-define-identity/#comment-565084 Wed, 08 Nov 2017 16:36:33 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=25100#comment-565084 I completely relate to this post. I changed career path from an architect to a writer, and I feel like people look down on me when I tell them what I do. But it’s all in my head…
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Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog
http://charmainenyw.com

]]> By: Mailinh https://witanddelight.com/2017/11/stop-allowing-career-define-identity/#comment-565078 Wed, 08 Nov 2017 16:10:30 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=25100#comment-565078 This is a post I can completely relate to. I’ve always felt like a fish out of the water because I couldn’t name my “dream job” and that always made feel like I was somewhat failing. But I soon realized that, like in all aspects of life, nothing is cookie-cutter. Thank you for this.

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