What to consider before leaving your teaching job ft Shakira Williams | Ep 003

What to consider before leaving your teaching job ft Shakira Williams | Ep 003
Have you ever stood at the crossroads of your career, the weight of decision pressing down on you like a heavy fog? My wife, Shakira Williams, and I know that fork in the road all too well. Together, we take you through the emotionally charged journey of stepping back from roles that once defined us, sharing our personal narratives from the worlds of education and social work. In a space where passion meets exhaustion, we bare our struggles with burnout, the search for impact, and the haunting sense of inadequacy that can lead to the hardest of choices: to leave or not to leave.
Within the heart of our discussion lie the stories that shaped our professional lives, the ones that still have the power to stir us. Shakira brings to the table the unique challenges that come with the territory of social work, while I offer my insights from the trenches of education. We dissect the temptation to let others steer our careers and the pivotal moments that force us to confront our true calling. Whether it’s finding joy as a stay-at-home mom or rekindling the flame for teaching in a different environment, our conversation is an intimate exploration of the transitions that shape our professional and personal worlds.
As we close this chapter, we reflect on the essence of what it means to find fulfillment in our careers. It's about aligning with our strengths and core purposes, and sometimes, it involves asking the tough questions that guide us to or away from our current paths. For those of you contemplating a change or just looking for a spark of inspiration, join us as we share our experiences and the deep-seated belief that kindness, in any role we play, is the bridge to making a lasting impact.
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[@grahamelkin9418]

great 💗

[@Aaron_Rehbein]

This was an amazing discussion. I am a Teacher and my wife is a social worker, and we both resonate with all of this. The questions you put forward are really a great way to look at the full picture. Keep up the amazing work, God Bless!

[@DarylWilliamsJrOfficial]

That's so cool how much we overlap. Did your wife stalk you in college too? Lol. But yes these are helpful questions to ask.

[@Aaron_Rehbein]

@@DarylWilliamsJrOfficial It was actually the opposite! When we were in college, my wife knew she was called to be a social worker and I was like “me too!” lol. Eventually I realized my calling was more to help kids grow intellectually and social/emotionally in a classroom setting, so I made the switch.