Fifteen years.
That’s how long I spent working as a Behaviour Analyst in early intervention.
So believe me when I say — walking away was not a decision I made lightly.
I loved my job. I loved the work. I loved the impact. Being part of meaningful change in the lives of thousands of children and their families is something I will never take for granted. It mattered. It still matters.
But there comes a point where you have to ask yourself a hard question:
At what cost?
For years, I was living in a state of constant burnout.
The pay stayed the same.
The responsibilities kept increasing.
The resources kept decreasing.
And slowly… something started to shift.
Going into work every day began to feel like something was chipping away at me. Not all at once — but little by little. Enough that I started to feel it in my body, my energy, and my mindset.
I knew I needed a break.
So I took one.
And in that space — away from the constant demands — I was able to see things more clearly. I realized just how much the conditions had changed since I first started in the field over a decade ago… and how much I had been tolerating.
Now, I’m in a period of transition.
And if I’m being honest? I’m scared.
What if I can’t pay my rent?
What if I don’t get clients?
What if I walked away from a stable job… and can’t find something else?
With the way the economy is right now, it feels like a risky time to make a move like this.
And it’s not just my own thoughts.
These questions are echoed by others too — which adds another layer of fear when the people around you start to reflect those same concerns.
But here’s the truth I keep coming back to:
I still have to do what’s best for me.
So instead of walking away from my passion… I’m rebuilding it.
On my terms.
I’m taking what I love — behaviour change, coaching, supporting people — and turning it into something that aligns with my values, my energy, and my life.
This path gives me control.
It removes the red tape.
And yes — it still comes with responsibility… but at least now, it’s mine.
And if you know anything about ADHD brains…
We need novelty.
We need growth.
We need movement.
Entrepreneurship gives me that.
It challenges me to wear different hats, to keep learning, to adapt, and to continuously evolve.
Is it scary? Absolutely.
But so is staying somewhere that slowly drains you.
The fear is real — but so is the possibility on the other side of it.
If you’re thinking about making a change…
Or if you’ve already made one and feel stuck in the “what now?” phase…
You’re not alone.
And you don’t have to figure it out by yourself.
If you’re navigating ADHD, burnout, or a major life transition, behaviour coaching might be exactly the kind of support you need.
And if nothing else — I hope this reminds you that it’s okay to choose yourself.
Even when it’s hard.
Especially when it’s hard.
If you want to follow along with my journey, learn more about ADHD, behaviour change, and how to actually build sustainable habits — come hang out with me on Instagram.
