
Mental Health and Career Transitions: Insights from Cecile's Story
Descripción del Episodio
Episode Summary:
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Cecile, who shares her journey from a demanding corporate career to a fulfilling life in retirement. This episode explores the intersection of mental health and career transitions, highlighting Cecile's challenges and triumphs. Discover how she navigated the complexities of grieving, found joy in unexpected places, and redefined her sense of purpose.
Key Themes:
- Embracing Change: Cecile's decision to leave a successful corporate career and the pivotal moments that led to this choice.
- Navigating Grief: Personal stories of loss and how Cecile coped with the emotional ups and downs.
- Finding New Passions: How Cecile discovered a love for olive farming and its therapeutic effects on her mental health.
- Redefining Productivity: Challenging traditional notions of productivity and finding value in new, unexpected activities.
- Mental Health Awareness: The importance of addressing mental health openly and the impact of work-life balance on overall well-being.
Memorable Quotes:
- "There is a way of being fulfilled and happy in your work."
- "My sense of satisfaction from making olive oil is a hundred times more than I felt at work."
- "We don't do grieving right in our modern society, especially in the Western world."
- "Redefine what productivity is. To me, being productive was reading nine books, and that's okay."
Connect with G-Rex and Dirty Skittles:
- Official Website: Learn more at Goes On In Our Heads
- Social Media: Stay updated and engage with us on Facebook and Instagram
Participate & Support:
- Newsletter: Join us for exciting content, exclusive giveaways, and regular updates here
- Merchandise: Support us and flaunt our unique merchandise from Customized Girl
- Donate: If you love our content, consider supporting us here
Engagement & Advertising Opportunities:
- Advertise: Reach our engaged community by promoting your products here
Acknowledgments:
Audio editing by NJz Audio for top-notch sound quality.
3 Other Podcasts to Check Out:
- Beyoutiful Legacy | Abiigal Gagnon:** an excellent podcast for your mental health
- CK & GK - For Adults Who Need A Grownup | Jenny GK and Caitlin Kinded:** an excellent podcast for adults who need help adulting
- The Nope Coach | Suzanne Culberg: A great podcast that helps with setting healthy boundaries
Tune in and be inspired by Cecile's story of resilience, passion, and the quest for a balanced, happy life. Whether considering a career change, dealing with grief, or looking for ways to enhance your mental well-being, this episode offers valuable insights and encouragement.
#MentalHealth #CareerTransitions #GrievingProcess #FindingHappiness #WorkLifeBalance #PersonalGrowth #RetirementLife #OliveFarming #RedefiningProductivity #LifeAfterLoss #InspiringStories #EmotionalWellbeing #MentalHealthAwareness #SelfDiscovery #LivingYourBestLife #MentalHealthPodcast #GRex #DirtySkittles #STGOIOH
***************************************************************************
If You Need Support, Reach Out
If you or someone you know is facing mental health challenges, please don’t hesitate to reach out to a crisis hotline in your area. Remember, it’s OK not to be OK—talking to someone can make all the difference.
- United States: Call or Text 988 — 988lifeline.org
- Canada: Call or Text 988 — 988.ca
- Worldwide: Find a Helpline
- Mental Health Resources and Tools: The Help Hub
Stay Connected with G-Rex and Dirty Skittles
- Official Website: goesoninourheads.net
- Facebook: @shltthatgoesoninourheads
- Instagram: @grex_and_dirtyskittles
- LinkedIn: G-Rex and Dirty Skittles
- Join Our Newsletter: Sign Up Here
- Merch Store: goesoninourheads.shop
Audio Editing by NJz Audio
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Episodios Recientes

Más podcasts de Sociedad y Cultura
Ver toda la categoría →
Dumb Blonde
By shows
<p>Asking the questions others are afraid to. Bunnie XO host of the Dumb Blonde podcast – the ultimate destination for comedy, trending and lifestyle. Get ready to dive into hilarious discussions about relationships, trauma, embarrassing moments, and all the realness life throws at us. Join Bunnie every week to laugh, relate, and embrace your inner healing.</p>

The Snare
By shows
In 1996, 18-year-old Angie Dodge is found brutally murdered in her Idaho Falls home. Police zero in on a suspect and put a man behind bars. But as the years pass, doubts emerge about whether the real killer was ever caught. Leading the fight for answers is an unlikely advocate: Angie’s own mother, who embarks on a decades-long mission to uncover the truth. A six-part series from 20/20 and ABC Audio, hosted by Maggie Rulli. New episodes Tuesdays.

Joy 101 with Hoda Kotb
By shows
<p>Joy is essential.</p> <p>And it's also elusive. You can't order it, borrow it, or simply hope it into life.</p> <p>But now, there's a new and exciting way to start your journey toward a more joyful existence: The Joy 101 Podcast with Hoda!</p> <p>Best known for her Emmy-winning work and co-anchoring <em>Today,</em> Hoda Kotb infuses her authenticity, curiosity, and warmth into conversations with the world’s most fascinating people. Entertainment legends, sport icons, wellness experts, and everyday folks will share how they find, allow, and experience joy. Hoda will offer her own tips and takes on seeking a more balanced, harmonious life. </p> <p>If you're craving inspiration, support, and useful tools to maximize your joy, tune in to these candid, uplifting, and moving on-air chats.</p> <p>Joy after a breakup, joy as an empty-nester, joy after loss, joy as a caretaker — Hoda's new podcast will speak to you.</p> <p>Joy 101 with Hoda Kotb, an iHeartPodcast.</p>

La Silla: On The Record
By shows
Cada semana contamos movidas de poder en Colombia a través de la voz de sus protagonistas. Un podcast de La Silla Podcasts.

Dinero Más Inteligente
By shows
El dinero no solo se gana, se entiende. <br /> En El Dinero Más Inteligente, Valeria Ovalle presenta la economía y Juan Carlos Herrera la conecta al mundo de inversiones. Una conversación entre razón y estrategia para entender el mundo financiero sin complicaciones. <br /> By GBM <br /> Síguenos en <b><a href="https://www.instagram.com/gbmplus_?igsh=czBzOG5mazBwMmlj&utm_source=qr">Instagram</a><b>.</b></b>

Lo que NO se habla con Fer Flores
By shows
Contenidos para construir una Humanidad con H mayúscula con perspectiva psicoanalista, médica, legal, antropológica y espiritual.

After the Whistle with Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe
By shows
<p>Rebecca Lowe (Fox Sports) and Brendan Hunt (‘Ted Lasso’) are teaming up again to take on the 2026 World Cup! They’ll ride an emotional roller coaster together as 48 teams play 104 action-packed matches across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. They’ll bring you all the joy and the drama, the hope and the heartbreak — and help you understand the matchups and personalities that will make this the biggest sporting and cultural event of our lifetimes</p><p>‘After the Whistle With Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe’ is an Apple News Original podcast presented by Verizon.</p>
