According to researchers, feeling locked-in to an occupation and being unable to leave your non-desired occupation or workplace can have negative effects on your mental health.
So, why do people feel locked-in to occupations?
People can have multiple reasons for staying in a job that no longer suits them but only you know what these are for you:
Financial - the money is good, you are the sole income earner in the household, you may have debts, a large mortgage or you need the work to live the lifestyle you have created
Location - it's close to home or in a great spot
Social - you've been there for years and have a lot of friends at work
Family expectations - your parents or partner encouraged you to follow this career path
Education - you feel that you don't have the qualifications for anything else
Lack of confidence - you're not sure you have the skills to do anything better
Job market - you're worried about the ability to gain employment in an unpredictable job market
Fear of change - you're used to doing the work and worried that you'll be making a mistake by changing
Feeling lost - you don't know what else to do
Changing your career/life can feel stressful and overwhelming. Having a professional career counsellor by your side, to support and encourage you, can make the process of changing easier and quicker. Career counsellors provide support, encouragement and the tools to help you move forward. We help you understand yourself, your skills and your needs, gain clarity and set goals. We keep you accountable while you're working towards your goals. You will gain confidence and and feel more empowered.
At Career Development Space, I also offer Morrisby Career Assessments. In under 2 hours of testing, you will have a report that identifies possible job matches based on your interests, values, natural abilities, strengths and personality type. This will help you make informed choices about the what options might be open to you in the future.
Mental wellbeing is everything. If you're feeling locked-in, I'm here to help. Start creating a more satisfying and meaningful life for yourself now.
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