What if the biggest thing standing between you and a better life… is your job?
In this episode, Bri and Dr. Jay get real about why so many Childfree people stay in jobs they hate—and what it would take to finally walk away. From financial fears to cultural expectations to the ever-persistent voice in your head saying, “but it’s good money,” we unpack the emotional and practical sides of career change.
You don’t have to be stuck. And you definitely don’t have to do it alone.
⏱️ Timestamps:
- (00:01) The episode that made people actually quit their jobs
- (02:00) Are you trading your happiness for a paycheck?
- (03:15) Why the “25-year career plan” is outdated
- (06:15) Who picked your job—you or someone else?
- (10:25) Seasons of life, identity shifts, and rediscovering passion
- (14:00) If your job causes pain, you can walk away
- (17:30) Working with purpose vs. burning out for money
- (20:00) Career changes as value-driven life decisions
- (24:00) The financial (and emotional) math of quitting
- (26:25) Therapy, coaching, and building a support system
- (27:30) You don’t need to suffer through the rest of your career
Mentioned in this Episode:
- REPLAY: I'll Make You Quit Your Job Pt. 1 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2002436/episodes/17514288
- The Gardner and the Rose: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2002436/episodes/13190469
The Childfree Wealth Podcast, hosted by Bri Conn, CFP®, and Dr. Jay Zigmont, CFP®, is a financial and lifestyle podcast that explores the unique perspectives and concerns of Childfree individuals and couples.
Like the show? Leave us a rating & review!
If you want to join the conversation, email us at media@childfreewealth.com, follow Childfree Wealth® on social media, or visit our website www.childfreewealth.com!
Join our newsletter HERE.
Schedule a meeting with a Childfree Wealth Specialist® HERE.
Instagram: @childfreewealth
Facebook: @childfreewealth
LinkedIn: @childfree-wealth
YouTube: @ChildfreeWealthPodcast
Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational & entertainment purposes. Please consult your advisor before implementing any ideas heard on this podcast.
Popular Podcasts
On Purpose with Jay Shetty
I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace. I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!
NFL Daily with Gregg Rosenthal
Gregg Rosenthal and a rotating crew of elite NFL Media co-hosts, including Patrick Claybon, Colleen Wolfe, Steve Wyche, Nick Shook and Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic get you caught up daily on all the NFL news and analysis you need to be smarter and funnier than your friends.
The Joe Rogan Experience
The official podcast of comedian Joe Rogan.