Starting a new work week, this time on a Tuesday, thanks to the public holiday, brings its own kind of weight. The admin has piled up, a direct result of the retrenchment, and I find myself juggling job applications, emails to agencies, and the ever-growing task of closing skills gaps.
What’s struck me lately is a strange irony, the more specialized you become, the more boxed in you can feel. My past role, while rich in depth, left little space to gain the hands-on experience that broader roles now require. It’s frustrating, realizing that having a solid toolkit doesn’t mean you’ve been given a fair chance to use all your tools. The transition is not just professional, it’s emotional. It’s exhausting.
One thing that has kept me grounded is routine. A friend suggested I work from the coffee shop where she’s based. The change in scenery, the quiet buzz of life around me, and more than anything, having someone there who believes in me makes a difference.
I’ve also started keeping a daily to-do list, a simple diary that structures my day. Each crossed-off task brings a tiny sense of accomplishment, a quiet but steady nudge to keep moving. Morning walks help too, marking a win for my wellbeing right at the start. Even something as small as making my bed sets the tone, “You’ve already achieved something. Now, keep going.”
This approach might not work for everyone. But if you’re navigating change, find your thing. Something that brings momentum. That reminds you you’re not stuck, you’re shifting.
This isn’t the end of the road. It’s a journey, and you get to decide how to walk it. Step by step is still forward. Keep going.
~Nerusha
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