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Lessons from a Quitter: Goli Kalkhoran's Journey to Fulfillment
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Sometimes, walking away from perceived success is the best option for finding true fulfillment. In this powerful conversation, Goli Kalkhoran, host of Lessons from a Quitter, shares how quitting her legal career became the first step in reclaiming her identity, values, and joy.
In this episode:
00:54 Introducing Goli
01:42 Goli's Journey to Helping Others
02:26 The Lawyer's Life: Expectations vs. Reality
04:33 Facing Uncertainty and Fear
07:58 Generational Perspectives and Technology's Role
10:45 The Struggle of Leaving a Prestigious Career
20:02 Identity and the Ego: Beyond the Legal Profession
23:48 The Long Road to Personal Transformation
26:18 The Myth of Perfection
27:08 The Journey of Self-Improvement
28:44 Mindset Matters
32:07 Privilege and Change
36:52 Small Steps to Big Changes
45:11 Embracing Aging and Self-Compassion
51:35 Final Thoughts and Resource
In the episode, Payal and Goli explore why quitting isn’t failing, and how scary change can actually lead to better clarity and a more fulfilling life. They discuss how immigrant narratives shape career pressure and identity, and how Goli reframed success on her own terms.
From working through shame, guilt, and the fear of disappointing others to how adopting self-compassion can radically shift your life and career, this episode outlines the process of becoming who you're meant to be. Tune in, and be sure to leave a rating and review to show your support!
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