The Return Project
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Bryan K. White
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Thrive and Shine: Julie Sung on Career Shifts, Burnout, and Personal Growth

S1 E8 • Aug 28, 2025 • 41 mins

Bryan White introduces Julie Sung, who shares her journey through a career shift and identity crisis. Julie reflects on experiencing burnout and how coaching helped her recognize the misalignment between corporate life and her personal values. They discuss the role of self-awareness and self-care in navigating such challenges. Julie recounts pivotal moments that led to her career transformation and examines the changes in corporate culture post-pandemic. Insights on leadership and personal growth are shared, along with a discussion on Julie's book, "Thrive and Shine," and her future plans. Julie offers advice for the younger generation and shares her perspective on defining a fulfilled life, wrapping up with closing thoughts.

Key Points

  • Rediscovering one's true self often requires stepping away from the external validation and ego-driven pursuits that dominate corporate life.
  • The journey to meaningful work and personal fulfillment involves embracing discomfort and persistent effort to establish new, healthier habits.
  • True living is about waking up with joy, love, and gratitude, and ensuring you pour positive energy into yourself regardless of the day's external circumstances.
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