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Debunking Career Break Fears: What’s Really Holding You Back?
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- Apr 22, 2026
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Episode 66 - Debunking Career Break Fears: What’s Really Holding You Back? Thinking about taking a career break—but your mind is spinning with what ifs ? In this powerful episode of Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee , we’re debunking the most common fears around career breaks, sabbaticals, and quitting your job to travel or reset your life. From financial anxiety and job market fears to worrying about what other people will think, losing career momentum, or “wasting time,” Katrina coaches through real client concerns and reframes them into something far more empowering—and realistic. If you’ve ever questioned whether taking time off work is a bad idea, worried about ruining your career, or wondered how you’d afford a sabbatical, this episode tackles those thoughts head-on. It’s honest, practical, and designed to help you cut through the noise and make a more informed decision about your future. Throughout the conversation, you’ll hear why the fear of the job market is often exaggerated, how the idea of a “cushy job” can keep you stuck, and what actually happens to your career prospects after taking a break. We also explore how to manage your finances while on a career break, how to deal with judgment from others, and why taking time for yourself isn’t selfish—it’s often necessary. There’s also a powerful conversation around purpose and clarity. If you’re putting pressure on yourself to have a life-changing “aha moment,” this episode will help you rethink what a successful break really looks like and why simply stepping away can be transformational in itself. This is part mindset shift, part practical guidance—and fully focused on helping you move from fear to clarity and, ultimately, action. If you’re feeling burned out, stuck in your career, or craving time to…