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Living fully. Living well. Our journeys

I'm Corinna Kong, career well-being coach, bestselling author, and former Big Teach team manager. I help ambitious, purpose-driven women like you build resilient careers and lives you love. You can stress less, achieve more, and live with greater joy and purpose—you don't need to sacrifice your well-being to achieve success. I create this space because I know what it's like to feel lost and burned out. I want to share my journey—the lessons I've learned and the triumphs I've achieved—to help...

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This post explores five common emotional challenges and offers practical self-compassion perspectives to navigate them. I have experienced these challenges personally. By practicing a little self-kindness, challenging those harsh inner voices, and prioritizing our well-being, we can truly build a more resilient and joyful life. When you feel messy... Find progress in imperfection. Do you find yourself relentlessly pursuing elegant solutions in every aspect of your life—work, family,...

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Tired of the grind? It's time to reclaim your purpose and confidence. You were encouraged to work hard and shoot for the stars—you got there and wondered: "Am I fulfilled and happy?" The pressure to excel in your career and be fully present in your personal life can take a toll. Hard work alone isn't enough. You are feeling the weight of it all. Have you lost some of the joy that used to fuel your work, or perhaps your sense of purpose altogether? Now you quest for meaning, a renewed...

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Is your current career bringing you the fulfillment you desire? Many professional women contemplate a career change to achieve better work-life balance, yet often hesitate to take the leap. I understand firsthand how easy it is to feel trapped in a job that no longer brings fulfillment, or worse, actively hinders our personal life. Unhelpful beliefs, self-doubt, and fear of change can hold us back and keep us stuck in jobs that no longer serve us. I've personally navigated three career...

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Do you ever find yourself constantly comparing your journey to others', feeling lost in social comparisons? Perhaps your life feels like a series of unexpected twists and turns, with fear and doubt often overshadowing the protagonist – you. Life transitions, such as career changes, motherhood, or navigating societal expectations can impact self-confidence. Setbacks like job loss, being overlooked for promotions, or challenges in re-entering the workforce after a career break can further erode...

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Do you wake up feeling drained and unmotivated? Do you feel like a deflated balloon, struggling to find your energy? If so, you're not alone. You might be experiencing burnout, a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress. According to the American Psychological Association (APA) Work and Well-being Survey: In 2021, 79% of U.S. employees experienced work-related stress in the month prior to the survey. 36% reported cognitive weariness, 32% reported...

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Have you ever felt alone at work or in life, surrounded by people but feeling disconnected from them? You are never alone. I was there before. Loneliness is a pervasive issue in our modern world, often overlooked or dismissed. However, when not managed, it can lead to a range of negative mental and physical health consequences. I've been there, too! But there's hope. We can learn to cultivate a sense of togetherness and belonging, even in the most challenging circumstances. The epidemic of...