In this transformative episode of Midlife Catalyst, Amanda Younts sits down with powerhouse recruiter and author Kelly Brown, whose bold journey from burnout to purpose is nothing short of inspiring. Kelly opens up about walking away from a high-paying corporate job—what she calls the “golden handcuffs”—to pursue something deeper: peace, purpose, and her “Aloha.”
What began as a radical leap of faith and a one-way ticket to Hawaii evolved into a journey of spiritual awakening, financial risk, and profound self-discovery. Kelly shares the highs and lows of trading in a polished career for a humbling season in the wilderness, and how that path led her not only to launch a successful recruiting company but also to find love and joy in the unlikeliest of places.
Together, we explore:
A few key takeaways:
If you’ve ever wondered what it would look like to walk away from everything safe and familiar to find something real, this episode will speak directly to you. Tune in to hear how Kelly’s leap of faith changed everything… and why she wouldn’t trade the wilderness for the world.
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