In many symbolic systems,
there is a figure often called “The Fool.”

Not foolish in the ordinary sense.

But the one who stands at the beginning of a journey.

Uncertain.
Open.
Unburdened by previous identities.

In career transitions, I often see this stage.

A moment when someone has to step away from:

Titles

Expectations

External validation

And face the path ahead without guarantees.

The “beginner” is not naive.

The beginner is courageous.

Because starting over always requires a willingness to not know.

In advisory work, I find symbolic archetypes helpful —
not to predict outcomes,
but to reflect stages of growth we all go through.

Every meaningful career shift begins here.

At the edge of the known world.

Tokyo Asabana｜東京朝花
Founder: Serena He
Nationally Certified Career Consultant / MBA
Education & Career Strategy Consultant for International Residents in Japan
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