In Part 2 of our “5 Things” series, we answer the question that closed the last episode: Would I do it all over again? The answer—Yes… but with better tools, stronger boundaries, and a whole different mindset.

In this follow-up, we move from reflection to action, laying out the real-life lessons, strategies, and mental gear we wish we’d packed from day one. From emotional survival to burnout boundaries and building your mental go-bag—this episode is about showing up smarter, not just tougher.

Whether you’re brand new to the field or decades deep in the black cloud, this one’s for you.

No regrets. Just better reps.