Every Risk I Took Because I Can’t Stomach Being Mediocre

from Pretty Philosophical · host Pretty Philosophical with Denée Seaton

Most people follow a path they didn't choose, often indoctrinated into “safe” careers and borrowed definitions of a “good life.” In our rapidly changing world, safety is often just a narrative. This episode explores how breaking away from the curated path and taking specific risks transformed my life: not applying for traditional jobs, moving across the world, and investing in mentorship, along with the sacrifice and discipline these choices entailed. 0:00: Intro1:18: Risk #1: Choosing Uncertainty5:30: Risk #2: Mentorship and the ROI9:39: Risk #3: Proximity12:37: Zooming Out #risk-taking #mentorship #lifetransformation #careerchange #investinginoneself See show notes: https://inlet.fm/denee/episodes/68bc776edaab9f50782c3353 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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