Are you in a toxic job, but feel stuck? Making great money but feel absolutely dead inside? If yes, then this episode of Career Unicorns - Spark Your Joy is for you. Join us as we welcome Sarah Cottrell, founder of Former Lawyer LLC, who helps unhappy lawyers ditch soul-crushing jobs for fulfilling alternative careers. Sarah shares her expertise on the unique pain of leaving a high-prestige career. We dive deep into how to recognize the signs of an abusive workplace and the importance of prioritizing your mental health. In this episode, you'll learn: Why the prestige trap and sunk cost fallacy keep people in miserable, high-paying jobs. How gaslighting and narcissistic behavior from bad bosses lead to workplace PTSD, GAD, and panic disorder. Why leaving a toxic job is like leaving an abusive relationship, and how to start the necessary grieving process. The critical role of calming your nervous system to do the deeper work of envisioning a sustainable career. Why working with both a career coach and a therapist is the most efficient path to a successful transition. The importance of reminding yourself that you are not crazy, and your feelings are real. Key strategies for feeling less stuck and building a thriving career that aligns with your values. Connect with us: Learn more about our guest, Sarah Cottrell, at www.formerlawyer.com. Follow our host, Samorn Selim, on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/samornselim/. Get a copy of Samorn's book, Career Unicorns™ 90-Day 5-Minute Gratitude Journal: An Easy & Proven Way To Cultivate Mindfulness, Beat Burnout & Find Career Joy, at https://tinyurl.com/49xdxrz8. Ready for a career change? Schedule a free 30-minute build your dream career consult by sending a message at www.careerunicorns.com.

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