Feeling Haunted by The Career That Got Away? 7 Steps to Reclaim Your Dream

Ever catch yourself wondering, “What if I had followed that other path?” Maybe it’s the career you dreamed about before life took a different turn. The one that still tugs at you when you see someone else doing it. Book a free Career Clarity call to reconnect with your purpose and rediscover what truly lights you up → www.careerbloomcoaching.com/consultation

In this episode of Career Clarity Unlocked, Theresa White addresses the common feeling of longing for a career path not taken and how it impacts many people regardless of their current job satisfaction. Through real-life stories of her clients and her personal journey, Theresa explains that the 'career that got away' is not just about the job itself but the deeper values it represents. She offers insight into understanding this longing as a clue from one's inner compass and provides actionable steps to realign one's current career with those deeply held values. Listeners are encouraged to reflect, reframe their stories, and explore new opportunities to honor the essence of their unfulfilled dreams.

𝗬𝗼𝘂’𝗹𝗹 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻:
✔️ Why some career paths never fully leave you (and why that’s a good thing).
✔️ The psychology behind “career regret” and how to turn it into guidance.
✔️ How to decode what your lost dream represents and bring it back into your current life.
✔️ Real stories from clients who reconnected with fulfillment without quitting everything.
✔️ Seven practical steps to go from regret to realignment—and find purpose again.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, burnt out, or quietly wondered, “Is this it?” this conversation will help you see that the dream you thought you left behind might just be pointing you home.
Download the free companion handout for this episode here: careerbloomcoaching.com/episode71

⏱ 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘀:
00:00 Introduction: The Career That Got Away
01:16 Understanding the Career That Got Away
02:50 The Psychology Behind the Ache
03:25 Realigning Without Starting Over
04:17 Client Stories: Real-Life Examples
12:45 Theresa's Personal Journey
30:18 Steps to Reclaim Your Dream
41:14 Conclusion: Reclaiming Your Dream

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