Navigating career change: growth, identity and listening to your gut with somatic psychologist, Katie Asmus

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Changing careers isn’t just about updating your resume—it’s a big, emotional transition that can shake up your sense of identity, self-worth, and even how you move through the world. In this episode, career flipper host Jenny Dempsey sits down with Licensed Professional Counselor, Katie Asmus, founder and director of the Somatic Nature Therapy Institute headquartered in Boulder, CO, to dive into the rites of passage that come with career shifts, the power of listening to your inner voice, and why change can feel so complicated (but also so rewarding!). We talk about the grieving process that comes with leaving a job, listening to your body, and why it’s so important to create space for reflection and self-discovery during big life transitions. If you’re in the middle of a career flip (or thinking about one), this episode is packed with wisdom and practical advice to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. Takeaways Rites of passage are essential in navigating life changes. Work identity and self-worth are often deeply connected. Listening to your inner voice is crucial, but it’s not always easy.