Early 30s M here. Used to be really good on stage until I got a consulting job out of college.

I love consulting and have financial safety doing what I do today but I sure do miss the adulation, applause and life-energy the stage brought me. It was just…so adrenaline inducing.

No, career pivot is not an option. Prepping myself for a mid-life crisis in a few years. Already off all kinds of social media because it hurts to see all the mediocre people getting famous (Sorry for the hubris).

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Why don’t you do like small plays etc.

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Local theater isn’t THAT demanding. Fill your cup now, or risk burn out and issues later on.

You could add some dramatic flair to your client presentations. Some jazz hands during those power points could really spice things up! 😁

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Aww, I would want you on my team. I get tired of dry AF presentations.

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Join a local acting group/class.

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Are you going to age 10-15 years in 3? You’re no where near midlife yet. More suffering still lies ahead

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I’m used to accelerated timelines due to my boss 🤷🏻‍♂️

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Early 30s and midlife crisis in a few years?

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