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How I managed the transition processImagine a dark rainy morning, common in Oregon in January, and a tired and discouraged child care director who really didn’t want to face another day at the center. I wish I could say that this was a single occurrence, but as that winter progressed the days of getting up and going to work became harder. I was burnt out, over worked, and overwhelmed with what I perceived as only problems. I had lost my spark and I was not seeing opportunities �" only barriers. I was no longer providing effective leadership for the center. It was clear that something needed to change. Was it time to move on and let someone younger, fresher, and more optimistic take my place?
This was a major personal and professional decision and it deserved serious thought and time. I took a vacation to a warm sunny island for three weeks and did a lot of thinking. I made lists of pros and cons, meditated, cried, and wrote pages about my experiences and thoughts. I returned home and spent more time in discussion with my partner and close friends. With their support I decided it was time for me to make ...