Join me in reflecting about the nuanced relationship between unemployment and creativity. I am sharing my very personal thoughts and circumstances, exploring how the shift from a bustling career to a period of unemployment prompted a reflection on the impact on creativity.  Between an ocean of societal pressures and personal expectations, the episode navigates the guilt associated with professional pauses. From layoffs to intentional breaks, each phase of unemployment is discussed, emphasizing its circumstantial nature.  Let's discuss a topic that oftentimes is still treated like a pest, and challenging societal norms and fostering acceptance of diverse career journeys and unemployment gaps! #uncertainty #careershift #unemployment #careerbreaks Join our Instagram community @creativecareerthinking www.creativecareerthinking.com