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Jeanne Johnson's avatar

This is a remarkable story.

I applaud and admire your grit and perseverance. 💪

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Kathy Wu Brady's avatar

Thanks so much, Jeanne!

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Elias | Go Unpacked's avatar

Thanks for sharing your story! It reminds me of mine in many ways: quarter-life crisis, failing health, raising kids. My family ended up moving abroad.

I wrote about it yesterday and would love to hear your thoughts if you have a few minutes to read. Cheers!

https://gounpacked.substack.com/p/are-you-stuck-in-a-quarter-life-crisis

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Kathy Wu Brady's avatar

This was awesome. Thank you so much for sharing it with me! I just restacked it and I hope others learn from your hard-won wisdom!

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K.Thiruselvam Kandasamy.'s avatar

…………….and what are the curves, twists and turns to rethink success,

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Dana Mahina's avatar

Thank you for writing this!

I think every high achiever can relate to pushing through something while their body was screaming at them to stop. We're so conditioned to override those signals, to push through, to make it work.

But our bodies are never wrong about misalignment.

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Kathy Wu Brady's avatar

I'm so happy this resonated for you, Dana! You're right. We are conditioned to override those signals that are here to help us recalibrate and rejuvenate.

Our bodies know -- we just have to listen.

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Derek MacDonald's avatar

Most of us learn to frame unexpected pivot points as these profound, polished moments of risk where we become hardened and capable through our David vs. Goliath epic. But very few people depict the rampant uncertainty that’s embedded in such abrupt change. Bravo, Kathy, for modeling resilience with such transparency. Thank you! And kudos!

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Kathy Wu Brady's avatar

Thank you, Derek!

I think the more honestly we can speak about what's actually happening in the tough times, the more we can normalize the steps we need to take to navigate them with less pain, more efficacy, and for the betterment of yourself and the people/organization(s) around you.

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Bryan Hanlon's avatar

Simply inspiring Kathy 💪

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Kathy Wu Brady's avatar

Thanks so much, Bryan! All my posts are from my heart, but this one came from very deep within.

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Robert Adams's avatar

This is an amazing story and journey Kathy! I applaud your grit, determination and the courage to step back, so you could step forward once again. You accomplished it in renewed way that has set the stage for your calling in life. - Robert 💜

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Kathy Wu Brady's avatar

Thanks so much, Robert. I tell my story so that we can normalize the shifts that will inevitably happen and to celebrate what we learn from them.

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Robert Adams's avatar

💜🙏💜

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