If your work no longer feels right, ask yourself this
When your work no longer feels like home, the problem isn’t a lack of ambition — it’s a deeper question of meaning. This episode explores why clarity begins with answering one specific question, most people miss.
You’ll learn:
Why restlessness in your work life is often a signal, not a failure
How asking “who do I want to help?” creates direction when nothing else does
Why clarity emerges through relationship, not isolation
Contents
When your work looks fine — but feels wrong
Why “who you want to help” is an existential question
Becoming the guide in your own story
Why clarity can’t be forced — only met
Experimentation, listening, and real-world contact
Finding yourself in the woman you want to serve
From confusion to a felt sense of direction
Key takeaways
Restlessness is often a sign of growth, not dissatisfaction
Meaning in work is deeply tied to service and connection
You don’t need full clarity to move — curiosity is enough
Clarity is relational: it emerges through conversation and listening
You are uniquely positioned to be something for someone
Free self-assessment:
➡️ What should you actually do with your work life now →https://www.eksakt.co/professional-growth#what-should-you-actually-do-with-your-work-life-now
About this podcast
Dancing in the Dark is a personal podcast by Helene Christensen, founder of Eksakt.
It’s a space for reflections on transition, identity, creativity, and the moments where clarity hasn’t arrived yet.
This podcast is not about having the answers, but about staying present while something new is taking shape.
Host: Helene Christensen. Strategic storyteller, creative consultant, and founder of Eksakt
Helene is based in Copenhagen, Denmark, and is working internationally.
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Disclaimer
This podcast reflects my personal experiences, thoughts, and perspectives.
Nothing shared here should be understood as medical, or therapeutic advice.
If something resonates, feel free to share the episode with someone who might need it, and you’re always welcome to reach out. I’m here as a friend from afar.