I quit my job…now what?

Hi, I’m Kayla—an interior designer by trade, an avid gardener by passion, and a master of making spreadsheets look beautiful (because why not?). I thrive on planning, organizing, learning, and, apparently, pivoting through life like it’s an extreme sport.

Two months ago, I did something big. I quit my job. Not on a whim—far from it—but definitely without a neat little plan waiting on the other side. I had no job lined up, no safety net of “what’s next,” just an undeniable pull telling me it was time to go.

And now? I’m sitting in the full discomfort of that decision. Let me tell you—this ride is wild. The freedom? Unmatched. The excitement of new possibilities? Off the charts. The reality of no paycheck? Absolutely insane. My husband and I prepared for this financially, but no amount of budgeting could prepare me for the emotional teeter-totter of actually living it.

Here’s the truth: Walking away from a great company that valued me wasn’t easy. But when I handed in my notice, I was choosing me. My intuition had been nudging (okay, more like screaming) at me for a while, and I finally decided to listen. I don’t have all the answers yet, but I do know this—deep in my bones, I’m on the right path.

So, what’s next? Stay tuned. I’m figuring it out as I go.

If you’ve ever taken a big leap (or are thinking about it), I’d love to hear your story! Send me a message or just follow along as I navigate this wild, exciting, slightly terrifying new chapter.