How to Build Up the Courage
to Leave Your Job
in 30 days.
Welcome. Start Here.
You are inside a self-paced course built from Dr. Sarah Kamal's framework for helping women stuck in jobs they have outgrown find the courage to take their next step. This is a free, structured path you can follow on your own. If you want a fully customized plan tailored to your exact situation, that is what one-on-one work with Dr. Sarah is for. Read the slides for each phase first. Then complete the tasks below each one. Take your time. You do not need to finish everything at once.
I recommend reading one phase at a time and completing its tasks before moving to the next. This works best when you don't skip ahead and don't read all phases at once, as it might be discouraging and come across as overwhelming.
How to Proceed
- 1Go through the slides for each part to understand the framework.
- 2Complete the tasks listed after each slide deck.
- 3Only move to the next part when you feel ready.
Part 1: Phases 0 and 1 — Slides
A Message from Dr. Sarah Kamal
This is not about being ungrateful. You have a job, a salary, a roof over your head, and bills that get paid. We start by honoring that. This course is about giving yourself permission to want more. You are enough. And you are allowed to have a better life.
Phase 0: Why You Are Still There
Complete these before moving to Phase 1.
Open Phase 0 in Notion| Task | Status |
|---|---|
| Read Phase 0 in the Notion workspace | |
| Write for 10 minutes without stopping: Why am I still here? | |
| Identify 3 things this job is costing you beyond money | |
| Say out loud: I am allowed to want more than this |
Phase 1: Surviving Where You Are
| Task | Status |
|---|---|
| Read Phase 1 in the Notion workspace | |
| Add one new fruit or vegetable to your meals this week | |
| Set a timer to go off every 2 hours at work tomorrow | |
| Protect your lunch break for one full week | |
| Start the 30-Minute Home Strength Program 3 times this week | |
| Begin the 7-Day Meal Plan | |
| Write in your journal for 10 minutes before bed tonight |
Part 2: Phases 2, 3 and 4 — Slides
You made it through Phase 1. Your energy is back. Now the work gets intentional. These three phases are about looking up, drawing boundaries, and clearing your mind.
"Susan David: Discomfort is the price of admission to a meaningful life."
Phase 2: Looking Without Applying
| Task | Status |
|---|---|
| Read Phase 2 in the Notion workspace | |
| Research 3 job roles you find interesting — do not apply | |
| Write down what excited you about each one | |
| Identify 2 companies you would love to work for someday | |
| Save job listings somewhere private for later |
Phase 3: Learning to Unplug
| Task | Status |
|---|---|
| Read Phase 3 in the Notion workspace | |
| Pick one boundary script and memorize it this week | |
| Set a firm end-of-work time and stick to it for 5 days | |
| Do not answer work messages after hours for one full week | |
| Post one thing on social media about yourself, not your job title |
Phase 4: Unlock Your Mind
| Task | Status |
|---|---|
| Read Phase 4 in the Notion workspace | |
| Complete the 15-minute writing exercise (set a timer) | |
| Write the 5 things people depend on you for outside your job title | |
| Practice the 3-minute visual meditation before work for 5 days | |
| Do one screen-free evening this week |
Part 3: Phases 5, 6 and 7 — Slides
You have done the hard inner work. Now we act. These three phases take everything you have built and turn it into a real next step.
"Brené Brown: The most dangerous thing you can do is try to be who everyone else wants you to be."
Phase 5: Get Honest About What You Want
| Task | Status |
|---|---|
| Read Phase 5 in the Notion workspace | |
| Write your honest answer: What do I actually want? | |
| Write it again, this time without the responsible-sounding filter | |
| Say it out loud to yourself or someone you trust | |
| Complete the values reflection in the Notion workspace |
Phase 6: The Resume Upgrade
| Task | Status |
|---|---|
| Read Phase 6 in the Notion workspace | |
| Open your resume and read it as if you are a stranger | |
| Rewrite at least 2 bullet points with stronger, specific language | |
| Remove anything that no longer represents who you are | |
| Have one trusted person review it |
Phase 7: Apply to One Job
| Task | Status |
|---|---|
| Read Phase 7 in the Notion workspace | |
| Choose one job to apply to — just one | |
| Customize your resume for that specific role | |
| Write or personalize your cover letter | |
| Submit the application |
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