This 4-Step Detox Can Assist You in Overcoming Your Aversion to Your Task List.

      My ultimate aspiration is to embark on a week-long wellness getaway—ideally, something reminiscent of White Lotus Season 3, minus the murder, of course. I envision myself resting, unwinding, and thoroughly detoxing from life’s pressures. My days would consist of nourishing, tasty meals that energize my body, massages relieving shoulder tension, facials enhancing my skin's radiance, and sound baths and meditations purifying my mind. I’d switch off my phone, leave my laptop behind, and not think about work even for a moment. In my daydreams, this could resolve all my issues. But realistically, a luxurious vacation isn't feasible right now. The silver lining? A detox is still possible. In fact, I believe everyone could benefit from a career detox at this time, especially given the current job market situation.

      Hanna Goefft, a career educator, recently shared a TikTok detailing how a career detox can aid in resetting your career and transitioning into something more fulfilling. This process, beginning with an energy audit, can help you “ensure that where you’re heading is where you truly want to be” in your career, according to Goefft. So if you’re eager to hit that metaphorical reset button, here’s what you need to know and how to effectively conduct a career detox.

      @hannagetshired Hey everyone!! There’s no better moment for a reflective career self-check than the end of Q1. You might be in the middle of or just finished performance review season and feeling a mix of emotions. However, if the goals you just established are leading you down a path you don’t actually desire… it may be time for a career reset. Here’s the brief version of my four-step career detox (for those who prefer reading to watching the video): 1️⃣ Energy Audit: List your work tasks, rate each task from 1 to 5 based on how much energy it provides you, and note the percentage of your weekly time spent on each. 2️⃣ Skills & Satisfaction Deep Dive: Identify patterns: which tasks energize you, and which make you want to scream? Which skills did you utilize when you felt most alive? What values were present during those energizing tasks (e.g., practicing creativity or collaboration)? 3️⃣ Reality Check & Research: Brainstorm jobs or roles that would align with your feel-good tasks and skills. Gather information—podcasts, blogs, online communities—and (crucially) talk to real people. 4️⃣ Plan Small Experiments: Rather than diving headfirst into a shiny new career, test the waters first. Enroll in a course, initiate a side project, or engage in something that gives you a taste of the pivot before fully committing. Remember, career transitions happen gradually! So what’s one five-minute action you can take together that will guide you toward a desired direction? #careeradvice #careerpivot #careerchange #careerreset #hatemyjob #performancereview #jobsearchtips ♬ original sound – hanna gets hired

      How career detoxes can help you find joy at work

      A recent survey found that over 70% of Gen Z and millennial workers are considering changing jobs or careers. This signals that they are dissatisfied with their current job or workplace, whether due to lack of passion, burnout, or other reasons. However, we all know that expressing a desire for change is far easier than figuring out how to make it happen. Especially when overwhelmed with work and deadlines, the last thing one wants is to think about their job. Yet, there comes a time when stepping back, reflecting, and realigning with what truly fulfills you becomes necessary.

      Given how much of our lives we dedicate to work, finding enjoyment in it should be a priority. A career detox encourages you to intentionally pause and ask yourself, “What do I genuinely want from my career?” From that point, it guides you on how to pursue it.

      How to conduct a career detox

      1. Audit your energy

      Start by opening your laptop or grabbing a notebook to assess your energy. This initial step focuses on evaluating your current situation, identifying what works and what doesn’t. Document every task you perform at work, from the smallest daily responsibilities to the major ones, noting the percentage of time allocated to each. Then, rate each task on a scale from one to five: one indicates dread when assigned, and five indicates genuine enthusiasm and enjoyment. This exercise will help you visualize where your energy is directed and whether it aligns with activities you find enjoyable.

      2. Identify skills you wish to utilize

      Now that you know how your time and energy are distributed, reflect on the tasks you rated as fours and fives. Are there recurring patterns among the tasks you enjoy most? If so, what exactly were you doing? What skills were you employing? Perhaps they allowed you to use creativity, analytical abilities, or a combination of both. Consider