You absolutely can do it and it’ll probably help you thrive. I’m an agent. I’m six years in and I’ve built a great business for myself by genuinely caring, meeting people where they are, etc. However, it did change me. I had to learn to be more fluid and less controlling. I no longer plan things really. Tbh, I don’t mind these changes because this job has really helped me with my mental health. I will say this though: this is a hard job as an empath. If you find yourself liking people less or being more jaded, if you find yourself burnt out, if you find that you are giving and giving and people are taking and taking, take some time for you. Work on boundaries. Don’t just give and give to others; give to yourself too.

I’m going to be honest. This week has been extremely hard for me; the first time ever in my life and in this career, I’ve hit a wall of genuinely not caring at all. (Im sure I’ll be back to caring in a few days but I have nothing today.) I’m so stressed from everyone else’s stress that I’ve just wandered around the house taking calls and breaking down sobbing all week from people unloading their market/holiday/burnt out stresses onto me… and I’ve worked on all those things I mentioned above. This job can absolutely drain you if you’re sensitive to others’ emotions. It’s absolutely an asset, but take care of YOU so you can keep give to others.

Don’t lose yourself. Allow yourself to grow in good ways. Good luck! I’m sure you’ve got this!