Dear Hope+Wellth
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Terrified to Take the Leap
by Aliaa Remtilla, PhD, Harvard-trained Anthropologist, Executive Coach and Startup Founder
Question
Dear Hope+Wellth, I’m dreaming of a new career but I’m terrified to take the leap. How do I know when it’s time to pivot professionally?
Answer
Dear Terrified to Take the Leap,
What you’re feeling is completely natural!
I’ve been exactly where you are – several times. I’ve left academia after earning my PhD, stepped out of a high-impact non-profit role, and walked away from a startup I co-founded. Each time, it looked risky from the outside. Each time, it felt terrifying from the inside. And yet, each time I knew: staying would cost me more than leaving.
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How Do I Stay Consistent With My Budget as a Freelancer?
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How Do I Quiet Negative Self-Talk That Says I'm Too Old or Too Late?
By Aliaa Remtilla, PhD
How Do I Distance Myself From My Family Without Causing More Conflict?
By Ardenna Downing, Licensed Counselor
What If I Fail Again? Learning The Art of Pivoting.
By Aliaa Remtilla, PhD
I Haven't Seen My Father Since I Was 8 and I Think It's The Reason I'm Still Single. Can you help?
By Ardenna Downing, Licensed Counselor
