23: Do Less, Make More (Shamelessly): My First Months Beyond Microsoft

In this solo episode, I share the messy, beautiful, and unexpected truth of life after leaving Microsoft. July 6th, 2022 marked both my last day in corporate and the eve of my 32nd birthday—a threshold into an entirely new chapter. What followed included a health scare that shook my sense of security, a surf trip to Mexico where I wrestled with “doing nothing,” and a slow, winding road trip in my van Franny that helped me begin to settle into simply being.I talk about what it feels like to shed an old identity, why productivity is overrated, and how I re-learned to trust myself (and life) outside of a steady paycheck. You’ll hear my five biggest takeaways, from embracing the discomfort of nothingness to experimenting with a gentle weekly flow that honors both rest and creativity.If you’re considering leaving corporate—or even just craving a new rhythm—you’ll find both permission and practical wisdom here. Because sometimes the bravest thing you can do for your business and your soul is to let go, do less, and watch life hold you anyway.More about me & my work: mariegroover.com • thecorppsychic.com