Embracing Change: My Career Shift and What It Means for This Community
I recently shared a subtle shift in my career trajectory with you, my Instagram community. While it was the first time I shared it publicly, it was not news to those closest to me in my personal life. It is something that I have been working toward sharing over the last eight months.
There are a lot of unknowns, but what I do know is 1) that this shift is necessary for me to continue showing up for my community —THIS community— in the same capacity and 2) I’m still going to be very much involved in the sexual health space—sexual health is still my focus.
I’ve lost a number of followers since sharing the news, and that’s fine. I wholeheartedly believe in insta-clean-outs and carefully curating what we do or do not want to absorb on our feeds. I’m not here to be an influencer or gain thousands of likes, but I do find it interesting the assumptions made since I shared I would no longer be pursuing a career as a therapist upon graduation.
My news is not a redirection of content. My news is not a departure from sex education or advocacy. My news is necessary for me to share now so that I can level up and continue to show up as my truest self.
Part of the reason I shared this redirection is to also let people know that change isn’t always a bad thing. In fact, change is the only constant of life.
I have been increasingly inspired by and looking toward @robinnyc (yes, I’m sneaking in a @onepeloton reference here) for guidance as someone who pivoted career paths, too (from law to fitness). I highly recommend you check out her YouTube and IG for more inspiration and tips.
As a recovering perfectionist, there is an air of failure that comes with change. Maybe for the first time in my life, I don’t feel like I failed. I am fulfilled. I am confident. I succeeded in my initial dream and mission. I am empowered to step into the next level of Emily, and I hope you’re just as inspired if you’ve felt called to make change (big or small!) in your life.