Dawn’s journey: listening to your inner voice with work, direction & alcohol

In this episode of Life's 2nd Act, I speak with Dawn Barnes about her career journey, the challenges of burnout, and the transformative power of intuition.

Dawn shares her experiences of navigating midlife changes and the importance of listening to one's inner wisdom.

The conversation delves into practical strategies for personal growth, stress management and the impact of giving up alcohol on her life.

Dawn emphasises the significance of living authentically and being true to oneself as a pathway to fulfillment and happiness.

 

Takeaways

• Dawn's career in global marketing led to burnout.
• The birth of her children prompted a career reevaluation.
• Intuition played a crucial role in her transformation.
• Burnout can manifest in various ways, often unnoticed.
• Listening to intuition can guide life decisions.
• Mindset significantly impacts personal growth and well-being.
• Taking quiet time helps in tuning into intuition.
• Dawn helps others manage stress and find balance.
• Giving up alcohol was a pivotal decision for Dawn.
• Living authentically is essential for a fulfilling life.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction

01:54 - Dawn's Career Journey and Transformation

05:45 - Understanding Burnout and Its Impact

09:08 - The Role of Intuition in Life Changes

14:12 - Developing Intuition for Personal Growth

16:37 - Dawn's Current Work and Helping Others

26:06 - The Decision to Give Up Alcohol

34:48 - Final Thoughts on Living Authentically

 

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Learn more about Dawn and how she helps people and teams feel better so they can do their best work, at work, everyday.

https://dawn-barnes.com/

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