Why I'm quitting my job as a psychologist
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- Опубліковано 24 лют 2023
- Time for a life update!
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I have just decided to peruse a career in psychology and bumped in to your Q&A video from 2 years ago and this was underneath it. Thank you for sharing your experience and thoughts on this. ❤
I support you and your decision roanna , love you lots ♥️I'll always be here to support your channel ♥️you inspire me most to pursue my dreams of being a psychologist
I live in Brazil, and I hope you have a great time here! I'm also very grateful for your videos and book recommendations. Enjoy your trip!
This is the first video I've come across from your channel and I can feel your pain about the burnout. I practice down in the Gong and let me tell you there are days where I want to book a one way ticket and never come back. I was fortunate to get my travelling done in between uni breaks and between jobs. It sounds like a well-deserved sabbatical and you will always be apart of the psych community. Safe Travels Ro.
Hi, what an open, honest and vulnerable video - thanks so much for sharing where you’re currently at 🥰 I discovered your channel just before starting my Hons year, and I’m starting my Clinical Psychology course this year. So, in a way, we’re both beginning something new this year (albeit in a different way to each other). I want to echo others’ sentiment: I hope you keep safe, recharge and maybe find what you’re looking for in Brazil (and if not, that’s okay too) ❤
All the best for your big trip Ro! It's fantastic that you're taking time to reflect, explore your options, and see some beautiful parts of the world :) Thank you for all your efforts on this channel. If you do decide to make some travel vlogs, I'd be keen to watch!
So happy for you that you are taking time off for yourself and to travel :) I've been watching your videos since starting my psych journey and have gained so much from them - but what has always impressed me most is your courage in being open about mental health as a psych, I think it's so important and not talked about enough! It's part of the reason I chose to go down the org psych rather than clin psych path this year - it was a tough choice but psych has a way to go in terms of protecting the wellbeing of its own members in what is a really challenging profession. Wishing you a safe, refreshing and awesome travel experience and time away!!
good luck Ro! i've always watched your videos when i felt a little burnt out. a career in psychology or neuroscience is a dream to me and watching you has always got me back up and motivated and eager to achieve that dream soon, although i'm only a junior in high school so i have quite a long way to go :") i hope you get the break and rest you deserve and have a lot of fun, love you lots
Turn to bible and allow GOD to be your therapist, psychologist and psychiatrist. No man nor women fits to be one. All are sinners and without glory, all are tempted and suffer the same.
All are expected to REPENT AND BORN AGAIN, to LIVE HOLY AND GO AND SIN NO MORE.
All are weak in the daily fight between their spirit and flesh.
All these therapist, psychologist and psychiatrist, this world provides, can do is:
to deceive and steal.
They deceived you through all these “diagnoses” and they steal your money, through all the pills which you “need”.
In short: they poison your mind and your overall health, leaving you with neither one.
Well done to you! A break is so important. I am Brazilian and I really do hope you get some rest and enjoy your time there 🙌🏻❤️ all the best!
Dear Ro, I only started watching your videos this evening. I have empathy for you, whilst I don't work in the same industry as you, I was probably about your age when I decided the same fate and quit my job. it was an incredibly hard decision but no regrets from it because the travel opened my mind and allowed me to grow emotionally. I learned a lot about myself and when I returned I picked up where I left things, however in a more clearer and energised manner. If I hadn't made that brave step I don't think I would be where I am at! So, anyway, good luck with your travels! ❤
love your transparency with your career journey, thank you for this
Good on you Ro! Proud of you and excited for you !!
So nice to hear about your journey and courage. I did a similar thing and don’t regret any part of it. There is more to life than career ❤
Never have I ever seen one of your videos, but this one popped up, and I know exactly why. Excited for your journey! You will be safe and you will be protected. 🙏🏾 Go, get rest, get clarity! All the best! 💛
Congratulations on your sabbatical and I hope you thrive on your new journey! May this opportunity be filled with new experiences and relaxation! I've been watching your videos for a long time now, as a psych student myself and I will really miss your content, but it's nice that you're taking a break to travelling.
By the way, you will absolutely LOVE Brazil. I'm Brazilian, never left my country and I love it. If you're ever on Rio de Janeiro, hit me up and I can show you some of the best beaches, cool museums and pubs and everything Rio de Janeiro has to offer to a local :)
even a psychologist needs a break and it's normal! so all the best on your solo journey!
Hey Ro, I've been following your videos for a long time now. Just wanted to say best of luck on your trip/extended break and I hope you get everything out of it that you're searching for! Looking forward to seeing what's happening next for you :)
Congratulations! This is going to be an amazing experience and growth for you 🎉💖
Thanks for sharing and best of luck on your journey!
Im from Brazil (Rio de Janeiro), but I´ve been living in Portugal now.
I've been following your channel for a while and I love your content. But we all need a break now and then. May you find a direction and be very happy!
Congratulations Ro, we would still love to follow you on your travel journeys. 🎉🎉🎉
Goodluck!!! Stay safe and I hope you have a good rest in the upcoming months! 🙏
Love that you’re taking time for yourself!! It would be so cool to see you start a second channel just for your traveling if that’s something you’re interested in. But either way wish u the best 🥳
Ohhh lovely, you seem so broken. Take this time and live your life exploring! What an exciting time for you. Take care and live the life you always dreamt of xxx
Ro you'll be fine and shall definitely continue to rock. I followed your channel some two years ago and it was amazing to see you being such a breath of fresh air. I love that you are taking this step and being courageous. My best wishes to you, take care and hope to meet you in person some day. And I love that song "To Brazil". Since you are going there just dance your way through to this song. Happy journey!
Wishing you all the best on your new journey! 😊
Good luck darling! I'm so excited for you x
I’m hoping to become a psychologist someday and your vids are really helping, thanks so much for everything you’ve recorded for your viewers, look after yourself!! Thank you so much 😚 enjoy, Ro!
You couldn't get into a real degree program like STEM or what?
You may as well study astrology.
@@erictuffelmire6826 psychology i in many places considered a part of biology so it is technically a stem course, and even if it is not according to u, some other individual might have a different perspective. Personally for me, when I was going through a rough phase, a psychologist was immensely helpful in coping up with the situational stress and guided me to be a better person, so I don’t think psychology as a degree is bad to study, again it depend on choices.
We'll still support you no matter what path you would take Ms. Psychologist😊. You inspired me so much on pursuing a psychology course
Hello, I finished watching your other video about mindfulness and I can't wait to try it out. I also just subbed and can't wait to see along with you on your life's journey. Get plenty of rest and have fun. See you on your next video. ❤
Hi Ro, I'm glad you are taking an opportunity to follow your dreams of traveling to Brazil. It's easy to become burnout and experience compassion fatigue as a helping professional, thanks for bringing awareness to this. Excited to see how this new chapter in your life goes ❤️
oh! i just started to follow ur channel and find it interesting, real and helping on my journey to my study in psy. Hope u be enjoying ur sab leave and stay safe.
I have a degree in Drama and Psychology, I didn't do it to become a therapist, I did it because I wanted to understand people and the world around me
I hope you get to refresh and take care and have fun!! I'm on the path to become a psychologist but very nervous about how I will lift others.
I am a trainee in clinical psychology at the moment. And when I was 19 years old I traveld solo with a one way ticket to south america as well. And this was one of my best decisions in my life. Great experience and much more important than any kind of work! So big thumps up for you and have a fun trip!
This is the first video I see of you and I just want to say congratulations!❤
You're really well welcomed here in Brazil! Hope you have a lot of fun😊
Wishing you all the best! ❤❤
I hope that you have a great time in Brazil. I am Brazilian and I have just been approved to the 5+1 Ahpra program so that is why I ended up finding your video. I am glad that you are taking time to yourself. Brazil isn’t that bad, always try to be safe and you will be fine! Have fun!😊😊
Have a nourishing break Ro! 🥳
hi Ro! Thank you for your sharing. Would love to see videos you take in Brazil later :) safe trip and enjoy!
Hi, Ro! Please enjoy and keep safe!! Just take your time!! I'm gonna miss you though 🥺🤍
I love that you just got a one way ticket to brazil, thats it. LOVE IT
Terri-cited (pink said that in a interview) terrified and excited at the same time
You can do this
You've got this
It will be a great experience
Much love Girl❤️❤️❤️
Hi Ro! It's Monique from Sydney - I've been following your channel for a while. I feel like it's not easy to make such a decision but I just wanted to say no matter you're working as a psychologist or not - it's actually your energy, personality, and your existence that makes this world a better place :) Stay safe and take great care of yourself x
i’m so happy and excited for you
I did the same thing and Quit psychology to take a sobatical. It is scary knowing my path will be different but the time away has grounded me so much. Tha k you for your vid! Good to know others are out there
Hope you enjoy your journey!
This is not a message to the video poster, just my thoughts on the profession. Having been a Counselor in several subdisciplines, the work of providing therapy to a patient never burned me out. Most of the issues I've ever had are with paper work and poor management in charge of my position. I guess I learned to take my patient's issues seriously but never take them onto myself. Once I leave the office, I leave everything there. I know that's not easy for most to do, but being able to disconnect made all the difference in the world. However, if emotional labor or compassion fatigue have taken hold, you HAVE to take a break, and it's truly not about you: it's about doing what's best for the patient's. Patient's deserve a therapist who is all the way in and all the way "there" and present at all times. Anything less is adjacent--if not tantamount--to malpractice.
How exciting and scary too! Would like to see videos about travelling solo 😊
Hi Ro, wishing you all the best for your sabbatical. ❤❤❤ enjoy your stay in Brazil and know that you inspire us so much. Love from South Africa ❤
Wish you a good luck
Sounds great, follow your heart 💙
Sending love to you! ❤
I love how you just chat with us. You really talk to us. I'm glad you have not used music in your video. I wish this trend would come to an end. The way I felt involved in your video was so new to me cause in other videos, you don't exactly absorb into the conversation but are just listening from afar (don't know if this makes any sense)
I am Brazilian and I feel glad you chose my country to visit! Brazil is not only favelas and violence! Don’t be scared, people will treat you very well❤️❤️
Enjoy the journey!
FUNNY, I am going to Brazil next month and I've been thinking about doing my master's degree while traveling,but I wonder if I will be too overwhelmed!!! GLAD you will travel the world, my last trip I visit 15 countries in 5 months! It was amazing!!❤ Have a good break and thanks for your tips!
I left the US to teach English in Vietnam a year ago, I start my job in Japan in a few weeks, I'll probably be there for 2 years. I have no regrets at all so far, I can't even believe how much I learned about the US by living in not-the-US; obviously I've learned a lot about Vietnam too. I've never been to Brazil but just read all the official state department warnings (from multiple countries), Lonely Planet/Fodor's guides, google stuff like "reddit brazil crime", youtube "Brazil crime documentary"/"Brazil documentary", etc...
You're in charge of your life and you're allowed to live it the way you want. If you've wanted to go to Brazil for forever then you would likely regret it later in life if you didn't go. Good luck and I hope everything goes great. BTW Anthony Bourdain did an episode or two in Brazil, it might be a fun way to learn about it.
Ro this is such an important video that I'm glad you had the courage to share. Self care is hard for many people, but especially I think for psychologists, who take on so much stress and care for others. You absolutely deserve to take time off and achieve your personal goals and see the world! I hope you do feel encouraged to continue to share content, even just sporadically whilst you are away. As sure as I am that we all enjoy your psychological content, you're still an entertaining and fun person to watch away from that too! I wish you all the best with your travels. Please stay safe, look after yourself and enjoy every moment! Love, a psychology student that has looked up to you for a while now, and still does! Thank you for showing every side of this profession and inspiring me to keep at it xx
Hi im from brazil hope ur trip goes well. Stay safe and enjoy ur time in our country. We have many friendly ppl here so dw. As many places, it also depends on location too so just be cautious at night however during daytime its usually safe to go anywhere
hello!!! I'm a follower of you from Brazil!!! I hope you have a nice period here and if you need to talk about anything, I'm here to help!! good luck in our country
I was just traveling in Central and South America, am already planning my next trip to Argentina! You'll have an absolute blast, the people and places are incredible!! Hot tip: learn some Spanish!!!
Brave statement! Take care of yourself! Self care is not selfish!
Dear Ro, hello :)
I'm also a clinical psychologist and I just started my career. When I having a hard time, doubt myself, and my entire career; I stumble upon to your youtube channel. Watching you at work and listen to your experiences comfort me so much and help me gain my confidence back.
I really thankful for you and wish you luck for your next chapter of life. If you maybe some times in the future want to make a travel vlog^^ I'm here to support you! Safe trip❤
Me too :-) I think self doubts are so normal! Maybe you are interested in a chat from time to time?
My life has been a mess I always feel like crying
We love you Ro
@@princealmighty5391 How are things between you and your father going?
@@freshliving4199 not good at all arguments happen all the time
good girl ♥️ Have a nice trip ♥️
Good luck ❤🎉
I’m doing the exact same thing and have a very similar story!
about 1-2 years ago i used to watch your videos to give me motivation to become a psychologist.
but now i think i realized that psychology is just not for me, i think that i need therapy instead to trying to give others therapy.
this is a decision that i made very recently and i don’t know if ill regret it.
i am very passionate about reading and writing so i think i will major in journalism and minor in something else to i can become a book editor, or maybe something in the fashion field like fashion marketing or PR because i feel like i would love that.
Plus i want to study in NYC and that would give me more opportunities in the journalism field than psychology.
I just want to say thank you for your videos they did play a big part of my career decision.
You can become a book editor without a degree too. And PR is a really expansive and amazing field ❤
@@amihansolomon8052 oooh i didn’t know that thank you so much!!
Stay safe Ro and happy travels! You should go to Dubai or one of the gulf countries and even Morocco is really nice. I think also consider looking in to spirituality for self-care. I’m a provisional psychologist and a Muslim. Islam keeps me intact, when I pray I hand over any issues I’m facing to God and leave it up to Him. I think it’s hard for psychologists being a care profession but we’re only humans ourselves, we need someone to look after us too. All the best dear 🌸
Just found you. Would love you see the lessons you learn from a psychologist perspective as you travel.
Hi Ro,
I am still in highschool and watching your past videos has helped me so much, and I just want you to know that I appreciate them immensely. I'm glad you can follow your dreams now, and I wish you the best of luck!
Regardless, I will be graduating soon, and I really want to ask you some questions as someone with experience in the field. When I apply for jobs as a psychologist in australia, how important is the ranking of my uni for my bachelor's and master's? Also, if I complete a course that is APAC accredited with conditions, how does that affect the journey towards becoming a clinical psychologist? I'm an international student so those things are extra important to me cuz I can't freely change my school or course!
I would very much appreciate your answer!
Go Ro!
Hi Ro, thank you for all your informative videos! I was wondering whether it is difficult to find a supervisor for the PsyBA registrar programme as an international student? Also, do you know any international students who did the clinical psychology master's and is now working as a clinical psychologist in Australia? Thank you so much for all the help :)
You're going to my home country!!! How cool! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out!
You're actually amazing and beautiful hopeless everything works out ❤. Wish there women making videos like this
Wow what a surprise you're coming to my country!!! Besides theft, especially cellphones that may happen, Brazil is incredible. I'm sure that you find lovely people and feel very welcome here. I'll recommend you eat your fruits (sorry but no country has fruits as tasty as yours) and if you drink alcohol taste caipirinha. I hope you have an incredible moment here and create beautiful memories
Please do not let what people say about Brazil being 'unsafe' play on your mind too much! I travelled 6 weeks solo in Mexico as a female a few years ago and everyone was telling me how silly I was to be doing that and how dangerous it is. I had the best time. Just keep your wits about you, stay in busy/touristy areas and don't go out at night by yourself. Enjoy your trip!
But it is VERY unsafe depending on what cities she is going, and Im talking about very famous and turustic ones like Rio.
If your GPS puts you in the wrong street they will simply shoot your car, and there are many of this streets specially around the roads that take you to other cities (Dutra Avenue).
Stay safe in your journey.
Best wishes on your Travel's . The world of Pscyhology will see you agsin
go for it girrll ! i love it. in fact take me with you :P I am from brisbane. :)
Burnout is completely normal in any career… You have a curious mind… as all psych graduates do… I think most graduates who spends so long trying to achieve status… once that have that status/career… it’s like “What am I missing, what HAVEN’T I done yet… I feel like I’m missing out on travelling..” so… congratulations on this new journey! I’m about to start honours year next year and I KNOW I’m going to be just like you a year or 2 into my career. Life should contain VARIETY… Seek variety.
thank u for updating us, i hope u have fun with ur trip and the journey ahead of u 🫶
hello dear! how are you doing ? how's the trip ? hope everything's fine. Take care!
Oh guys I feel so touched and grateful by your incredibly supportive comments. Thank you so much for the support always ☺️ (I'm actually floored by how wonderful this community is) 🙏❤️
♥️♥️♥️♥️we're always here to support you Ro
Stay safe and hope you all the best❣
GL, Rio is very cool btw
Your video I answering why you quit to meet me and happy live In turkey 🇹🇷 with garden 🪴 chickens 🐓 donkey 🫏 sheep 🐑
@Valentina Savazzi Ofc not. There are ethical guidelines in place for a reason.
I might do this too. I am beyond burnt out
This takes a LOT of guys. Best of luck and safe travels.
Hii since u also went to both Usyd snd UNSW, do you mind sharing which university may be the better option? In terms of professors, facilities, teaching focus, resources,etc
Great choice! Brazil is an awesome country and fascinating. I visited many different spiritual places and Spiritism and mediumship was an eye-opener, particularly Chico Xavier. Aproveite o Brasil! Enjoy your time off!
Hlo Ro...
Your all videos are very helpful... For young psychology aspirants. ...... I also want to be Clinical psychologist ...
A smaller humble request u.... Plzz add Hindi language subtitles in your videos....
It help us...... If u can so plzz do.... ❣️
Hellow! It takes courage to quit, I did that years ago and I don't regret it. If maybe you want to visit Peru, let me know, I live in Lima and I can give you a tour 🤗
My psychiatrist almost killed me, and I spoke to a psychologist. A nature walk did more to me to be honest. I don't know how it helps anyone. I prefer my nature walks.
Finding the right psychologist is like dating. There are really bad apples out there. It’s even worse regarding psychiatrists
Im a graduate of engineering and i want to be psychiatrist i wanna help people with mental dissorders
I am thinking about getting my master's in psychology
Thanks for telling us the truth about this occupation. I quit my job as a medical practitioner last 3 years after 10 years in the field. It was not a easy decision. But in life we all know one thing and that it is too short to dread going to work everyday. Friends I’m not asking you to resign your job, no amount of money can buy happiness you just got to be wise.😊
I found your channel, you’re awesome.
Hey I want to become a psychologist coz I want to earn money is this a good gob financially?
@@jeonshjkV7 ive heard there arent enough options, you dont have much other then being a professor or a psychologist, thats just what ive heard and im not sure how true it is.
@@dracodoitbest7890 ohhhh i see
Hello. I hope you have a great time♡
Have you quit being a psychologist foreve or after a break you'll start it again?
I'm going to apply to a new job because the hours here are slow and competitive, I don't get along so well with my coworkers, and I can't stand my boss. Both applications (that I found online) ask about my previous workplace and my employer. One says "Company, Phone, Address, Supervisor, Job Title, Starting Salary, Ending Salary" etc. The other mentions employer's name and address. So either company would really contact my boss? I don't want that; I worry she would make me look bad. I admit, I've made mistakes at my current job that she's witnessed. Not enough to fire me, but still. I mean, sure, I'm a very hard worker, and she once thanked me for it (though it sounded fake in tone, like she was JUST saying it). BUT...there were times I seemed irresponsible. I'll spare the time on the details unless someone asks for it. Let's just say she isn't so much the context-understanding type (especially since my learning disability makes me do "dumb" things). She's one of the reasons I want to leave the job: to stop feeling like an idiot and be more competent somewhere else. And that's precisely one reason I do not want her speaking of me for this other job. Meanwhile, for said mistakes, how do I know she won't mention them, thus costing me my potential new job? IS her name and address so they can contact her?
Hey Ro, enjoy in my country haha I just did not get it, ypu only quit from your job or from being a psycholist?
Do you plan on continuing where you left off or picking back up in the field if/when you do come back?
good question, R C