Answering Your Questions: "So You Quit. Now What?"
After my post about why I quit my full-time optometry job, I received a lot of kind words – thank you! People had some recurring questions, so I wanted to address some of them here.
You quit work, just like that?
Yep! I want to clear my schedule completely to redesign my life.
Are you done with Optometry?
Practicing optometry is still a big part of my identity, and I don't plan to stop. However, I plan to work locum only. This gives me complete freedom and flexibility over my work schedule.
What was the "spark"?
A few months ago, I spent two weeks working at an eye clinic in rural Manitoba. It was an eye-opening experience that made me rethink what's possible for my career.
Stay tuned for an upcoming blog post. 👍
What's your plan?
- Locum positions in multiple provinces
- Autonomy over my schedule
- Devote more time to loved ones
- Pursue other passions (like this blog!)
Beyond that, it's very much a work in progress. Currently, I am studying books like The Pathless Path and Designing Your Life to draw inspiration.
Thank you!
The future is still very uncertain, and I haven't figured everything out yet. Even so, I want to share my journey to be transparent about my progress and obstacles, not just the outcome.
Join me on a journey to redesign life, one step at a time! 👊
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