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Scenario

When mission-driven work creates financial stress that undermines the mission

I work for a nonprofit doing meaningful work but I cannot afford therapy to deal with the stress of being broke, which feels like a cruel joke.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The sacrifice required for purposeful work can paradoxically prevent the self-care necessary to sustain it.

Your guide for this
Zera
Zera works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Labor economics — how wages are set?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.