Started a New Job and Hate It? What to Do Next

Описание: Started a new job and instantly felt like it was the wrong move? You’re not alone and you’re not failing. In this episode, Clinical Psychologist Dr Marianne Trent & Kelly-Marie Lovesy explore what to do when a new job doesn’t feel right. From recognising early warning signs and managing anxiety to dealing with guilt, regret, and pressure to push through this episode offers compassionate, practical advice for navigating tricky career decisions.

Whether you're an aspiring psychologist, mental health professional, or anyone facing a career wobble, this episode will help you reflect, reset, and decide your next move with clarity and kindness.

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00:00 – Welcome and introduction
02:44 – That sinking feeling when a new job feels wrong
06:41 – Is it just nerves or something deeper?
08:19 – The grief of realising it’s not what you expected
10:33 – Knowing your non-negotiables
13:18 – Guilt and shame around leaving something you worked for
17:42 – When your confidence takes a hit early on
19:56 – Listening to your body’s response to stress
22:51 – Red flags and misaligned values
24:46 – People-pleasing vs self-preservation
29:10 – You’re not failing – you’re gathering data
31:12 – Letting go of what others might think
34:03 – Can you shape it, or is it time to leave?
36:45 – Reflective supervision as a lifeline
40:24 – You deserve a job that feels safe and right
44:10 – Final reflections and encouragement

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