summaryFormer marketing executive Sarah Gomley shares how she transformed her life after discovering that all her achievements – the prestigious job titles, beautiful apartments, and impressive salaries – weren't bringing her joy. When she was laid off from Adobe just as her mother was dying, Sarah returned to Ohio and took a year off to reassess everything. Through therapy (which had started years earlier), caring for her mother, and confronting her perfectionism, she ultimately found genuine happiness running an art gallery in Columbus and falling in love with a kind man – a life she never would have imagined for herself. Sarah discusses how she learned to silence her inner critic (which she named after a childhood bully), the difference between happiness and joy, and why we should never dismiss our pain just because our lives look good on paper.takeawaysLetting go of societal expectations can lead to true happiness.Joy is a deeper, more fulfilling experience than mere satisfaction.The journey of transformation often begins with loss.Therapy can be a catalyst for understanding oneself better.Self-love is crucial for emotional well-being.Life's challenges can be easier to navigate with self-acceptance.It's okay to miss the financial security of a corporate job.Finding joy can be a lifelong pursuit.Change is possible at any stage of life.Chapters00:00Introduction and Book Appreciation02:19Courage Capital and the Writing Process04:59The Journey to Joy and Self-Discovery07:08The Complexity of Joy vs. Satisfaction09:07Navigating Corporate Life and Personal Growth11:42The Impact of Loss and Transformation13:43Financial Realities and Career Choices15:50Mentorship and Community Connections18:17The Role of Therapy in Personal Change20:56Reflections on Life Changes and Identity24:23The Journey to Emotional Health25:54Managing Negative Self-Talk28:24Finding Joy Amidst Struggles29:16The Importance of Self-Compassion31:29Courage and Change33:56The Self-Publishing Experience34:51Uplifters-YouTube-End-Off-White-v4.mp4

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