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b"Leaving a career to start afresh is scary. We leave behind a world we know for something that we don't. We must decide if the price of staying where we are is higher than the price of moving on. We must decide if the life we\\u2019ve built around our current job is worth risking for another. \\n\\nAnd so it is with diplomacy. It can be a lot to give up, but sooner or later, we all reach a crossroads where the thoughts of staying or leaving occupy our minds. \\n\\nWhat to do? Where to go? There\\u2019s so much to consider.\\n\\nAngela Pickett is my guest on this episode and together we explore her decision to leave diplomacy after a 15-year career. If you\\u2019re thinking of leaving diplomacy \\u2013 or any career \\u2013 you must listen to this episode. \\n\\nYou\\u2019re not alone. I\\u2019m here. I\\u2019m creating an environment to help diplomats and those living the diplomatic life reconnect with themselves and the world around them. \\n\\nAbout Angela:\\n\\nAngela Pickett is a copywriter and aspiring novelist. After a 15-year career as a diplomat with postings in China and Vietnam, Angela decided to make a \\u201cvine change\\u201d and moved to the Barossa Valley. With her husband and two boys, she\\u2019s building a freelance lifestyle with time to cook, travel and explore while providing a taxi service to her boys growing list of sporting activities. In her spare time, she sits on the board of a local philanthropic foundation, is the treasurer for a local basketball club and has established a writing group. And because food and wine is such a part of the lifestyle, she can often be found at Crossfit or parkrun.\\n\\nGo to www.angelapickett.com.au for more about her and her work.\\n\\nLinks:\\n\\nWebsite: www.thelonelydiplomat.com \\nBlog post: https://bit.ly/2HaAg07 \\nPlease, support my work: www.thelonelydiplomat.com/support \\nThe Lounge: www.thelonelydiplomat.com/thelounge\\nStay connected with me and my work: www.thelonelydiplomat.com/subscribe \\nContact me: admin@thelonelydiplomat.com"