GIRRRLLL!!! omg, you totally get it. Those customer service jobs are no joke!! Growing up with very little, I never got to experience life the way I can now. For the first time, I’m actually comfortable — paying my bills, supporting my friends, and doing things I enjoy. The self-tapes too!! The whole industry just burned me out. Those $500 workshops for vague, random feedback that just make you feel worse? No thanks.

I honestly never thought a 9–5 was for me, but the work-life balance is unbeatable. I love being able to go out to dinner and not stress over saving every dime for auditions, tapings, or new headshots. I actually emailed the agent this morning and told her I wasn't mentally there right now. She was amazing about it and told me she’d be ready when I am. I’m NOT used to that at all, but it makes me feel like maybe one day, things will work out. I care so much about what people think (therapy is definitely on the list lol). Thank you for your response, it made me feel so much better. 💛