When Ryan McGuigan hit a breaking point after 15 years as a massage therapist, he discovered a powerful way to reset his mind and build a new, location-independent career through Guided Immersive Meditation. His career change story reveals how he turned physical pain, self-doubt, and life setbacks into a thriving, flexible online practice that allows him to live in Portugal, pursue his higher purpose, and finally enjoy true freedom.
In this episode, Ryan shares the pivotal moments that pushed him to reimagine his path, from the physical toll of deep tissue massage to the quiet breakthroughs of meditation. You'll hear how he used Guided Immersive Meditation as a tool for his own self-discovery, which led him to create a new business helping others access their deeper selves. Ryan breaks down the practical steps he took — from qualifying in the framework of Guided Meditation, to validating his new service with real clients — all while navigating the emotional rollercoaster of a relationship breakdown, and closing the doors of his massage practice for the final time.
Ryan’s journey highlights the importance of cutting through societal expectations in order to find genuine purpose and fulfilment. If you're feeling stuck in a job that drains you, or craving more freedom and meaningful connection in your work, this episode will inspire you to take that first step toward a life that truly feels right.
Listen to the episode below via Spotify. Also available on Apple Podcast, or you watch the conversation on YouTube.
Alice offers Career Coaching for those in their 30s & 40s designed to help professionals feel less stressed (through somatic and nervous system regulation tools), as well as helping career-changers gain a clear vision of what career is right for them, and how to achieve it. She is also an accredited Coach Supervisor, and host of The Career Change Diaries podcast.
