What happens when you give everything to a role, ask for a fair raise, and get told no? For Madeline Miskie, that moment didn’t end the story—it rewrote it. We dive into how a voice teacher and yoga practitioner turned rejection into a values-led business that helps people reconnect with breath, body, and voice while honoring their worth.

We talk about the power of a “career portfolio” mindset and why diversifying your professional life can make courageous choices more possible. Madeline shares the pruning metaphor and the “fertile void”—clearing space so new growth can emerge. Instead of chasing titles, she mapped the real-world outcomes of each path and chose congruence: a life where inner values and outer work finally match. Along the way, she reframed personal development with practical tools—calming breath, forward folds, mantra and meditation—that dial down anxiety and make clear decisions easier to act on.

You’ll hear how a vocal injury shifted Madeline from achievement chasing to inner awareness, and how that inner work underpins her teaching today—holistic voice training, yoga for singers, nervous system regulation, and embodied communication. We unpack realistic goal setting too: removing barriers first, then building skills, and allowing timelines to flex. Whether you’re navigating burnout, seeking a raise, or contemplating a change, this conversation offers grounded strategies for self-worth, resilience, and sustainable growth.

If you’re ready to take one small step—five minutes of breath, a single journal page, or reaching out for support—this story will meet you where you are. Subscribe for more conversations on aligned careers and embodied confidence, and share this episode with someone who needs the reminder that a no can lead to a better yes.

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