I just started a new career and feel completely outside my comfort zone. It's inspiring me to change my parenting strategies.

The author wants his children to be more involved in the community.

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• After 14 years of working in public service, I just started a new career.
• With my new job, I'm outside my comfort zone, but it feels invigorating.
• The change has inspired me to get my kids more involved in the community.

I started to crumble when I was forced to change careers after 14 years of service in local government. I had worked and planned for a life of public service...