You Were More Than the Badge: Reclaiming Identity After Federal Service
Release Date: 04/25/2025
You Were More Than the Badge: Reclaiming Identity After Federal Service
The Second Shift
They took your title — not your truth. Whether you retired, were let go, laid off, or left quietly — the transition out of federal service, contracting, or long-term work can shake your identity to the core. In this powerful second episode of The Second Shift Podcast, E.N. Howie speaks directly to the silent grief that comes with separation from the system. 🎯 You’ll learn how to: Separate your title from your truth Navigate post-career identity loss with grace Reframe your worth beyond a badge, clearance, or cubicle Begin the healing process through honest reflection 💬...
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The Mission May Be Over, But You're Not Done!
The Second Shift
Whether you walked away or were walked out — this isn’t the end. In the debut episode of The Second Shift Podcast, host E.N. Howie delivers a powerful message to federal workers, retirees, contractors, and professionals navigating an unexpected transition. If you were laid off, forced to retire, lost your clearance, or simply faded out without a farewell — this episode is for you. 🎯 You’ll hear: How to process post-career identity loss The truth about grief after separation from service Why your next chapter might be more impactful than the last How to start uncovering your...
info_outlineThey took your title — not your truth.
Whether you retired, were let go, laid off, or left quietly — the transition out of federal service, contracting, or long-term work can shake your identity to the core. In this powerful second episode of The Second Shift Podcast, E.N. Howie speaks directly to the silent grief that comes with separation from the system.
🎯 You’ll learn how to:
Separate your title from your truth
Navigate post-career identity loss with grace
Reframe your worth beyond a badge, clearance, or cubicle
Begin the healing process through honest reflection
💬 “You are not your badge. You are not your clearance. You are not your resignation letter. You are still called.”
💡 Plus, you’ll hear the bonus segment: “Permission to Grieve — and Then Grow” — where Howie offers a soul-centered perspective on letting go without losing yourself.
📥 Download the free Clarity Map Worksheet at www.thesecondshiftpodcast.com to start mapping your next chapter.
🎧 Subscribe, share, and join the movement — because your second shift is just beginning.