[leros]

I had a great career for quite a while. I worked hard, achieved a lot, and got paid very well for it. However, I eventually realized I was working so hard out of insecurity. I needed constant achievement at work to feel ok with myself. With some personal growth and some therapy, I no longer need to achieve anything to feel ok with myself. I'm just happy with who I am.

It's put me in an interesting spot. I can't work hard in a corporate job like I used to. The driver just isn't there anymore. It kind of killed my career. I took a few years off work to reset. I've recently started working on my own business as well as some consulting. I'm making way less money than I used to but I'm happier, more relaxed, and I feel like I'm using my time towards things I actually care about. Not sure where this is going career wise but I am hopeful.