🎙️ Episode 19 – Letting Go of Career Break Expectations: Why 3 Months Is the Magic NumberWhat happens when your career break doesn’t go as planned?You take time off expecting to feel restored, get fit, maybe write that book, or finally tick off a bucket list goal… but a few months in, you’re still exhausted, overwhelmed, or nowhere near those expectations. In this episode, James sits down with career break coach Katrina McGhee to unpack the emotional rollercoaster of taking time off — and why letting go of rigid expectations is the key to actually enjoying and growing from the experience.From navigating burnout recovery to embracing mid-break pivots, Katrina shares real stories and strategies from her coaching clients who’ve hit that classic three-month wall. Whether you’ve taken a sabbatical, a travel break, or a professional pause, this episode dives deep into what it really looks like to redefine productivity, honor your energy, and recalibrate your plans when reality doesn’t match the dream.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why the three-month mark is a powerful turning point during a breakThe common traps people fall into (like turning your break into another job!)How to recalibrate when things don’t go to planThe difference between vacation and a real career breakWhy changing your timeline—or your goals—isn’t failure, it’s growthHow to handle guilt when your productivity doesn’t match your expectationsEpisode Timestamps00:00 – Intro & Welcome03:50 – The Link Between Exercise, Energy, and Productivity05:15 – Setting the Stage: What This Episode is About06:40 – The 3 Key Tension Points of a Career Break08:00 – The 3-Month Magic Mark10:00 – How Long Should a Break Be?11:30 – The Danger of “Productivity Pressure” During a Break13:40 – Changing the Plan is Not Failing15:30 – Rewriting Your Expectations Midway Through17:20 – Changing Your Break Timeline19:30 – Unrealistic Expectations Going In20:45 – Final Thoughts & A Golden Rule21:46 – Outro & BreakSpace Invitation✨ Whether you’re burned out, plotting a pivot, or simply curious about extended time off, this episode is a must-listen.📣 “Don’t turn your break into a job!” — Learn what Katrina really means by this and how to avoid that major mistake.🔗 Resources & Links:Learn more about Katrina’s work and BreakSpace: www.gobreakspace.com⁠Listen to our past episode on navigating the ups and downs of a break: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/taking-a-career-break-with-katrina-mcghee/id1772602758?i=1000703812606🔔 Subscribe for more deep dives into career growth, work-life balance, and mental resilience.🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and every podcast app!📩 Got a story about your own career break journey? DM us or leave a review—we’d love to hear from you!Book a coaching session - https://kmcgheecoaching.as.me/schedule.phpPurchase Taking a Career Break for Dummies - https://www.kmcgheecoaching.com/bookEmail - [email protected]

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