What happens when you walk away from the life everyone expects you to live?

In this episode of Awakening Doctor, Dr. Aisha Moolla shares her personal story of walking away from a career in clinical medicine midway through her internship - not because she couldn’t do it, but because she finally surrendered to the truth that she didn’t want to.

Now a PhD candidate at the University of Sheffield, Dr. Moolla reflects with candid vulnerability on the pressure to pursue a conventional path, the guilt and shame that followed her decision to leave, and the liberation of beginning to forge her own path - one that is bridging disciplines and allowing her to claim a personal and professional identity beyond that of “medical doctor.”

We delve into the invisible toll of burnout, the trap of “just finish the next step and then things will get better” thinking, and the courage it takes to walk away in the face of resistance and recrimination. We also explore the power of humility and curiosity as guiding forces, and the profound transformation that can unfold when you begin to align your life with what truly brings you joy.

If you’re questioning your own career path, or standing on the edge of a life you know you need to leave behind, this conversation offers both practical insights and emotional truths to help you take the next best step.

Join us for a thought-provoking exploration of identity, courage, and the power of defining success on your own terms - beyond tradition, and toward authenticity.

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