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I remember talking to you years ago about those work problems, @dancing james - awesome to hear you not only got through it all, but are considerably happier now too...
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I was deeply miserable working as a civil servant - was about the least civil person around. There were other personal issues that were also involved.
Over the past few years I have made efforts to change myself, how I perceive the world and how I respond to things. Additionally I bailed from my job and moved into cycle training. From there I have diversified into working with lorry drivers and their behavioural change, teaching yoga and now also teaching City and Guilds bike mechanics. I was very fortunate to have resources to help me make the transition, I earn less now but feel job satisfaction is worth £10k a year. There are two different organisations that wish for me to join them teaching first aid or driver speed awareness courses.
It felt scary making the jump but I have never regretted it. Helping people develop skills they can use for years and nurturing their development is a wonderful gift - and I get paid to do it. I am now in a luxurious position where I can pick and choose what work I wish to do.