Midlife Career Shifts: Make Them Aligned and Fun with Emma O'Brien

Scenic Route, Social Change and Mental Health Conversations for Perfectionists

In this heart-to-heart episode of the Scenic Route Podcast, we delve into the transformative journey of midlife career changes with Emma O'Brien, a life coach who navigated her own pivot from photography to coaching. Join us as we explore the strategic and emotional facets of embracing new ventures in midlife, shedding well-worn professional identities for a path filled with wisdom and youthful daring.
Episode Highlights

• Emma's Journey: From photography to life coaching, uncovering the layers of a midlife career transition.
• Heart as More Than an Organ: Insights into HeartMath and how heart coherence can empower decision-making and prevent burnout.
• The Lighter Side of Life: A laugh over our love for games, books, and shoe hoarding.
• Navigating Self-Competition: Tales from poker days to online gaming, and the importance of being kind to ourselves.

What You'll Learn

• How to harness the wisdom of your past and the excitement for new ventures during a midlife career change.
• The role of HeartMath and polyvagal theory in professional development and personal well-being.
• Strategies for self-care and preventing burnout as you navigate career transitions.
• The joy of embracing life's chapters, quirks, and all.

Join us for an episode packed with wisdom, whimsy, and actionable insights for anyone navigating the waters of midlife career change. Whether you're considering a shift or in the midst of one, this episode is a beacon of light guiding you towards a path of growth, self-awareness, and joy.
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1. Navigating Midlife Career Changes (00:00:00)

2. Navigating Career Changes and Business Growth (00:11:37)

3. Navigating Change and Self-Awareness (00:18:01)

4. Self-Care and Burnout Prevention (00:27:10)

5. Seven Steps to Getting Unstuck (00:43:09)

6. Book and Shoe Hoarding Passion (00:49:36)