11 July 2025

Ravi* found herself in a toxic work environment that drained her mentally and emotionally. Feeling overwhelmed she reached a point where she didn't know where to go. That's when she connected with Twining-Hestia. Twining-Hestia gave her a perspective shift and found resilience. Here she tells us her story in her own words.

I’ve always been passionate about my career, but there was a time when everything I loved about it came crashing down. I found myself in a toxic work environment that drained me mentally and emotionally. The constant stress, negativity, and lack of support left me feeling completely overwhelmed. I was anxious all the time, my confidence was shattered, and before I knew it, I was struggling not just in my job but in my everyday life too.

At first, I tried to push through. I kept telling myself that if I just worked harder, things would improve. But the reality was the opposite the more I tried to hold on, the more I felt lost. I reached a point where I didn’t know what direction to take or how to rebuild myself after such a difficult experience.

That’s when I connected with Ghazala from Twining-Hestia, and looking back, I can confidently say it was one of the best decisions I made. From our very first conversation, she created a safe space for me to open up about everything I had been through without judgment, without rushing me to move on. I hadn’t realized how much I had bottled up until I finally had someone who truly listened.

"It’s still a journey, and I know I have more work to do. But for the first time in a long time, I feel like I’m genuinely moving in the right direction. I’ve learned to trust the process, to not rush it, and to believe in myself again."

One of the most impactful things Ghazala did for me was help me shift my perspective. Instead of looking at myself as someone who had failed or been defeated by a toxic environment, she helped me recognize my resilience. I had survived it, and that meant I was strong. She reminded me that taking care of my mental health wasn’t a weakness, but a necessity, and that healing had to be my priority before I could move forward in my career. That shift in mindset was crucial.

With my confidence starting to rebuild, we moved on to the practical side of things getting my career back on track. CV Revamp; Profile Revamp: We went through my CV in detail, identifying what worked and what didn’t.

She helped me cut out unnecessary information and highlight my most valuable skills and achievements in a way that made me stand out. She also helped me improve my LinkedIn profile so that recruiters could better understand my experience and potential. Here are three ways she helped prepare:

Job Search Strategy

Instead of aimlessly applying for every job I came across, Ghazala helped me create a structured approach. We identified the types of roles that actually aligned with my skills, experience, and interests, making the whole process feel more intentional and less overwhelming.

Application & Interview Prep

She guided me through writing tailored applications that clearly communicated my strengths. We also worked on interview techniques, making sure I felt confident talking about my experiences without getting stuck in self-doubt.

Skill Development & Education

We explored further education opportunities that could open up new career paths. She encouraged me to look beyond my past experiences and consider how I could upskill or pivot into something that excited me.

One of the biggest challenges when rebuilding your career after a setback is that it can feel completely overwhelming. Ghazala helped me break everything down into smaller, achievable steps. She reassured me that progress doesn’t have to happen overnight and that as long as I kept moving forward, I was on the right path.

She also provided ongoing motivation and check-ins, reminding me that setbacks don’t define me and that the right opportunity will come when the time is right.

It’s still a journey, and I know I have more work to do. But for the first time in a long time, I feel like I’m genuinely moving in the right direction. I’ve learned to trust the process, to not rush it, and to believe in myself again.

I’m stepping into the future with clarity, confidence, and a renewed sense of purpose all thanks to the support I received from Twining-Hestia. Thank you, Ghazala. Thank you, Twining-Hestia

*Names and pictures changed to protect client anonymity.

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