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Sabbatical Stories

Sabbatical Stories

著者： Rebecca Thomas
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 Unlock the power of taking a break with Sabbatical Stories, a podcast hosted by Rebecca Thomas from Feel Good Getaways. Through insightful and engaging discussions, Rebecca explores the motivations behind career breaks and sabbaticals, debunks myths, and highlights their invaluable benefits. With a mission to inspire courage and normalise taking time off for personal growth, Sabbatical Stories is a beacon for those seeking inspiration, encouragement, and guidance on their journey to self-discovery. Tune in to learn how taking a break can transform your life and career.Rebecca Thomas 旅行記・解説 社会科学
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  • I can’t do this forever: Pressing pause for an adult gap year with Kyle Ryan

    I can’t do this forever: Pressing pause for an adult gap year with Kyle Ryan
    2025/03/06
    In this episode, we sit down with Kyle as he shares his transformative journey of taking a career break to travel the world. What started as a spontaneous decision turned into a deeply reflective experience that reshaped his outlook on life, work, and personal growth.Kyle opens up about the motivations behind his decision, the challenges he faced during the transition, and the profound insights he gained through travel. From navigating mental health struggles to embracing uncertainty, his story is a testament to the power of stepping away to gain clarity.Together, we explore:Why Kyle took a leap and left his career to travelThe role of mental health in his decision and journeyHow travel broadened his perspective on life and workThe balance between planning and embracing flexibilityHow stepping outside of routine fosters resilience and adaptabilityThe challenges of returning from a career break and what comes nextWhy prioritizing mental well-being is key to sustainable successChapters00:00 Introduction to Adult Gap Years02:07 Kyle's Journey to a Career Break06:02 Planning for the Break09:58 The Importance of Travel14:02 Lessons Learned During Travel17:57 Self-Reflection and Support19:50 Reevaluating Work and Personal Growth22:52 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Judgment25:48 Navigating the Transition to a New Lifestyle29:00 Realizations from Global Travel32:14 Pushing Through Challenges36:12 Top Tips for Taking a Career BreakGuest bio: Kyle is an experienced leader in customer contact centres, operational strategy, and business transformation. With a strong background in financial services, he has led large teams to drive customer satisfaction, operational efficiency, and business growth in companies such as ING Australia and NAB. Kyle has worked at the intersection of customer experience and business operations, influencing change at all levels. After taking a well-earned career break, he now focuses on equipping leaders with the skills to thrive in customer-centric environments.As the Founder of The Frontline Leader, Kyle is dedicated to empowering frontline managers with the tools, strategies, and mindset to lead high-performing teams. His expertise spans:Contact centre leadership, overseeing large teams in lending, wealth, and hardship supportBusiness-wide transformation, aligning customer, business, and employee prioritiesStrategic decision-making, leveraging data and trends to optimize performanceConnect with Kyle on LinkedIn Get in touch: If you are interested in sharing your sabbatical story, we would love to hear from you. Buzz us a DM on Instagram - @Sabbaticalstoriespodcast or reach out on LinkedIn, I’m Bex Thomas.Career transition, sabbatical and career break coaching: I’m a coach who supports individuals through pivotal moments of transition in both their personal and professional lives. I support those who are facing a crossroads to discover clarity. Working with you I empower you to invest in a future version of yourself that will make you proud. Through personalised coaching sessions and my signature career transition and sabbatical programs I aim to provide a supportive and nurturing environment for you to explore your values, strengths and goals. More importantly I coach you to intentionally design your next chapter by redefining what success looks like to you and then implementing it.Feel Good Getaways - https://feelgood-getaways.com/With special thanks to: Aunty B at the Flaxen, our amazing and patient producer whose expertise helps make this podcast shine. Joanna Cooke, whose soulful blend of smooth vocals we are lucky enough to use throughout the show. Listen and connect with Joanna via your favourite medium:https://open.spotify.com/artist/7EyKy53TsVFLJFZFyYzBZQ?si=HaCSIRCETS2uYB3LBLcrWAWebsite - https://joannacooke.co.ukYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/joannacookeInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/joanna.cooke/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/joannacookemusic/
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    41 分
  • From C-Suite to Shaman: Nature, Rites of Passage & Sabbaticals in Leadership with Kat Sforcina

    From C-Suite to Shaman: Nature, Rites of Passage & Sabbaticals in Leadership with Kat Sforcina
    2025/03/27
    In this episode, we dive into the extraordinary journey of Kat Sforcina, a serial entrepreneur, NED, and former C-suite executive turned initiated shaman. Kat shares how she bridges the corporate and spiritual worlds to help leaders and individuals embrace the Power of Connection, Soul, and the Sacred in their lives and work.This season, we wanted to bring you something a little different, inspiration for what’s possible on a sabbatical, and this conversation is exactly that. Kat takes us through her work with Wild Tribes and Transforming Tribes, which focuses on personal and corporate transformation through nature connection, rites of passage, and self-awareness. Together, we explore:How and why it’s important to explore deeper meanings during a sabbaticalThe significance of rites of passage and vision quests as transformative experiencesWhy creating safe spaces for transformation is crucialHow addressing root causes of dissatisfaction leads to lasting changeThe power of nature connection for self-awareness and growthHow addiction to routine can hinder personal growth and transformationWays indigenous wisdom can guide modern leadership practicesWhy sabbaticals can be opportunities for profound personal insightsThe ongoing journey of self-discovery and personal evolutionChapters00:00 Introduction to Sabbatical Stories01:12 Meet Kat: From Executive to Shaman06:05 The Nature of Transformation09:47 Rites of Passage and Vision Quests14:14 The Call for Change19:46 Personal Journeys and Insights25:52 The Power of Nature and Self-Discovery31:24 Advice for Contemplating a Vision Quest or SabbaticalGuest bio: Kat Sforcina is a serial entrepreneur, NED and c-suite executive turned initiated shaman now bridging these worlds together to bring the Power of Connection, Soul and the Sacred to the future of life, leadership, innovation & Impact.Connect with Kat on LinkedIn and learn more about her work at Transforming Tribes and Wild TribesOther episodes you may enjoy: How to Master the Art of Sabbaticals and Career Breaks with Katrina McGheeHow a Career Break helped Steve Duke Pivot Professionally and Rediscover FunGet in touch: If you are interested in sharing your sabbatical story, we would love to hear from you. Buzz us a DM on Instagram - @Sabbaticalstoriespodcast or reach out on LinkedIn, I’m Bex Thomas.Career transition, sabbatical and career break coaching: I’m a coach who supports individuals through pivotal moments of transition in both their personal and professional lives. I support those who are facing a crossroads to discover clarity. Working with you I empower you to invest in a future version of yourself that will make you proud. Through personalised coaching sessions and my signature career transition and sabbatical programs I aim to provide a supportive and nurturing environment for you to explore your values, strengths and goals. More importantly I coach you to intentionally design your next chapter by redefining what success looks like to you and then implementing it.Feel Good Getaways - https://feelgood-getaways.com/With special thanks to: Aunty B at the Flaxen, our amazing, talented and patient producer whose expertise helps make this podcast shine. Joanna Cooke, whose soulful blend of smooth vocals we are lucky enough to use throughout the show. Listen and connect with Joanna via your favourite medium:https://open.spotify.com/artist/7EyKy53TsVFLJFZFyYzBZQ?si=HaCSIRCETS2uYB3LBLcrWAWebsite - https://joannacooke.co.ukYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/joannacookeInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/joanna.cooke/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/joannacookemusic/Keywords: sabbatical, transformation, indigenous wisdom, vision quest, personal growth, leadership, nature connection, rites of passage, self-awareness, corporate culture
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    37 分
  • How Solo Travel Transformed luliana Marchian: From Career Break to Travel Coaching Success

    How Solo Travel Transformed luliana Marchian: From Career Break to Travel Coaching Success
    2025/03/19
    In this episode of Sabbatical Stories, Juliana Marchian shares her transformative journey from a teaching assistant in Romania to a travel coach and writer. She discusses her first long-term solo trip to Morocco, the impact of travel on her personal development, and how Couchsurfing helped her connect with her inner courage. Together, we explore:How taking a sabbatical doesn't have to be a year-long commitment.Solo travel, the challenges she faced, including language barriers and self-doubt. Why transformative experiences often come from stepping out of comfort zones.How traveling regularly helps maintain personal growth and prevents regression.The challenges that come with a shift in career and how to overcome them. The importance of taking baby steps and listening to oneself and not rushing into big changes.The reality that building connections and positioning oneself as an expert takes time and effort. Why ignoring negative opinions from others is crucial for personal growth.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Sabbatical Stories01:59 luliana's Transformative Journey Begins10:30 The Power of Solo Travel17:36 Life After Morocco: Embracing Change20:34 Overcoming Challenges in Career Transition25:06 Balancing Work and Travel32:54 Lessons Learned and Tips for Future TravelersGuest bio: Iuliana Marchian is a certified transformational solo travel coach and the founder of Authentic Travels - a community of people who connect to their authentic self through solo travel. Iuliana went from codependency and a depressive personality to traveling solo over the world for +10 years to completely transforming herself on a mental, emotional and psychological level. She strongly believes that each of us has their own authentic travel style and that solo travel is the fastest and most efficient way to find that, including personal and spiritual development. This led her to becoming the first certified travel coach in Romania, and managing the first business in Romania with a focus exclusively on travel coaching. As a travel writer, she has written for various worldwide outlets such as Inside Himalayas, Matador Network and Culture Trip. Her transformational memoir “Balak! Balak! - Six weeks in Morocco'' is the first one in a book series planned to be continued with more motivational and inspirational stories from her solo trips.Connect with Iuliana on LinkedIn Get in touch: If you are interested in sharing your sabbatical story, we would love to hear from you. Buzz us a DM on Instagram - @Sabbaticalstoriespodcast or reach out on LinkedIn, I’m Bex Thomas.Career transition, sabbatical and career break coaching: I’m a coach who supports individuals through pivotal moments of transition in both their personal and professional lives. I support those who are facing a crossroads to discover clarity. Working with you I empower you to invest in a future version of yourself that will make you proud. Through personalised coaching sessions and my signature career transition and sabbatical programs I aim to provide a supportive and nurturing environment for you to explore your values, strengths and goals. More importantly I coach you to intentionally design your next chapter by redefining what success looks like to you and then implementing it.Feel Good Getaways - https://feelgood-getaways.com/With special thanks to: Aunty B at the Flaxen, our amazing, talented and patient producer whose expertise helps make this podcast shine. Joanna Cooke, whose soulful blend of smooth vocals we are lucky enough to use throughout the show. Listen and connect with Joanna via your favourite medium:https://open.spotify.com/artist/7EyKy53TsVFLJFZFyYzBZQ?si=HaCSIRCETS2uYB3LBLcrWAWebsite - https://joannacooke.co.ukYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/joannacookeInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/joanna.cooke/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/joannacookemusic/
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    40 分

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