In June 2021, something incredible happened that may have included you. Over 4 million people quit their jobs (source). Many people have reached a breaking point and are no longer satisfied working in a job that is unfulfilling. If you’ve been in this situation, you may agree. It can feel like your energy and soul are literally being drained out of your body.  Christa Forrest is living her dream as a full-time artist. She walked away from the prestige, stress, and anxiety of a financial career serving in private wealth management at Merrill Lynch.   Walking away from a lifeless existence only working to pay bills may be simpler than you imagine. Regardless of your art medium and style, pursuing your passion is worth the challenge when the reward is the freedom to create and live on your own terms.  “Just enjoy life and be amazing about what you do.”   - Christa Forrest  Christa’s Findings to Follow Your Passion:  Why walking away from a stressful career is not as scary as you think  What to consider when you leave a steady paycheck to be happy  How making yourself more visible for the love of your passion is a must  How Christa is changing lives with her Creative Souls Art retreat  Ways to respectfully use photo references for your art medium  Miriam’s Inspired Portrait Playlist: Schulman Art Playlist    Connect with Christa Forrest!  Website  Instagram  Facebook  For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/187 ++++++++++++++++++++ ?FREE GOODIES!? Don't forget to check out the Inspiration Place goodie bag. Go pick up your party favor over at SchulmanArt.com/freebies. Whether you're a passionista or a passion professional, I've got something just for you. ++++++++++++++++++++ ?NEVER MISS AN EPISODE! If you loved this, I've got more inspirational episodes coming your way! Please make sure you hit the subscribe or follow button in your podcast app. And if you're feeling extra generous- leave me a review-- https://schulmanart.com/review-podcast ++++++++++++++++++++ BTW If you pop your Instagram handle at the end of the review, I'll even give you a shout out over on my IG stories! ++++++++++++++++++++ I'd love to chat with you on Instagram: http://instagram.com/schulmanart