Grief after job loss or burnout is real and it’s often overlooked. As a burnout and resilience coach, I support women navigating career grief after toxic workplaces, layoffs, or breakdowns. Before rushing into “what’s next,” I help them process what’s happened, rebuild their confidence, and create aligned careers that feel safe, fulfilling, and sustainable. Because healing is the first step toward clarity.

When I think about the clients I’ve worked with, so many of them have faced tough challenges like anxiety, depression, PTSD, or adjustment disorders. What amazes me is how often I see them push through and find ways to move forward. But sometimes, despite all their effort, they stay stuck, as if something deep down is resisting the healing process. Over the years, I’ve noticed some common reasons why this happens, and I want to share them with you. Maybe these insights will h