You know when things don’t go the way you might have initially hoped and you tell yourself (and others): “it’s OK, life must have another plan for me!” I’m big on this mindset, and truly believe that life works itself out the way it’s supposed to. The hard part is listening to the inner pulls that try to guide us.
I also find that when you really, and I mean “deep in your soul really” let go of whatever kind of control you’re trying to take on life that isn’t working, things start to unfold like a blooming flower.
For example: my meals lately have been very whole foods based. It should come as no surprise that “real food” works best, but once I stopped trying so hard to figure out what foods were bothering my system and really listened to my body, things slowly got better.
Once I stopped listening to outside opinions and advice from doctors that didn’t align with my beliefs I started to feel better.
Fun Fact: Did you know that if you leave the pit in the avocado, it stays green?
I have an insatiable sweet tooth, so I like to make my own desserts.
I was dealing with food intolerances for the last year, and it wasn’t until I simply let go of the control and the obsession (and stress) of “figuring it all out” that my mind, body, and spirit all started to work together.
I’m over the moon about all that food stuff, but this post is more about something else. Some of you may remember this post, which was then followed up by this post.
The CliffsNotes version of those two posts are this: I knew in my heart it was time for me to pursue something more with Starbucks. I felt that my current position had expired its purpose, and because this company is paying for my bachelors degree I couldn’t yet pursue outside options. With that said, I started looking into jobs at the corporate office.
I had one fish bite my line back in April, but it wasn’t the right fit. Instead of sulking about it I stayed positive and knew life had another plan, and it did. Fish number two bit my line about a month ago and today I start my new role in Seattle. Oh, and this role is 10x better than the first bite and I am so thankful that didn’t work.
Every aspect of our life has a purpose. Some things are only meant to last a short while before catalyzing us to our next adventure. I’m notorious for staying in my comfort zone, and while I’m thankful for everything that has come in my time working retail for Starbucks, I’m long overdue for my next chapter.
I started with this company 3.2 years ago at a time in my life when I needed a place to heal after a tumultuous break up and an unclear life path. The store saved me in so many ways, and leaving there yesterday had me in tears.
Like, ugly cry tears.
Yesterdays post work 3.2 miles to commemorate my time at the store. Oh and I got a new Garmin. Mad love – more on that later.
I think staying in my comfort zone too long, and not accepting that this time of my life was meant to end sparked some of my health problems. I’m a believer of that “woo woo hippie dippie” mind/body/soul connection stuff and when one thing is out of whack the whole bus slows down.
So what’s the moral to my story? If you quit on life, life will quit on you. When you feel like nothing is going your way, and that life is kicking you while your down, you MUST trust that your other plan will come. Sometimes it takes a month, sometimes it takes two years, sometimes it takes a decade. -OR- perhaps it’s time to take that leap without knowing quite where you will fall.
In my case I had to leap, I wouldn’t have made it the last year without some hard core faith.
This transition is going to be very bittersweet because the first part of my journey with Starbucks came at a time in my life when I felt very lost, and it gave me a purpose for a chunk of time. The store, my coworkers, and a handful of my customers became my family, and I have nothing but positive experiences there which is rare to find.
It also sprouted a passion for coffee in my soul that I will never outgrown. I’ll no longer be making lattes the way I did, but I plan to bring my passion with me into my next adventure and see where it takes me. Look for me as the annoying corporate worker that forces coffee tastings on her coworkers.
Corporate on the outside, 12yr old on the inside
My new job requires me to be at a desk, which I don’t love, but my desk will be standing. I will be helping other Starbucks employees from the US and Canada with any inquiries they may have in regards to human resource policies and practices, benefits and pay information, manager questions, etc…another stepping stone onto something more.
I have no idea what’s ahead with this new journey, but what I do know is that I am more in tune with myself now than I ever have been before. I’m sad to leave this chapter, but ready for a new one. We are wired with sensors that communicate effortlessly, and it’s only when we actively choose to ignore them that we max out our effort meter. Try listening to the signals next time, it’s a whole lot easier
I promise.
No questions today
Blissfulbritt 
90 thoughts on “When the “Other Plan” Comes to Fruition”
Andrea Weidel
Congratulations Brittany! I’m not a fan of sitting at a desk all day either, but you’re so right – it’s just another stepping stone.
Brittany
Thank you! ❤️
Diana Hershey
Your life sounds like a wonderful adventure and I share your mindset and love your heart. I am also in the middle of transition. After a year of disability and eighteen years a hospice nurse and TWENTY years taking care of assorted extended family I have struck out on my own at 62. I got rid of much of my lifetime collection of stuff. Told my family I was leaving and moved to Austin TX. Don’t know where I will land jobwise but I have faith that God will lead as He has so far. Ive never been happier. Just me and my pups. I am learning to care about me and pounds are dropping without dieting; just healthy eating and mindful meditation, and doing what I love. God is good. I look forward to following your story.
Di
Brittany
This is amazing! Thank you so much for sharing this story, self care is so important and sometimes that means we have to go against societal walls!! It’s our life, no one else’s!! I admire your guts to up and move, if more people had your courage the world would be a happier place!
Lindsay Edwards
This sounds like SUCH a great move! Very excited for you 😀 CONGRATS!!
Brittany
Thank you! The doors it will open are exciting.
Britta
Hi there!
Me again…. ekkk!!!! I am so flipping excited for you! I am one of those that loves being in a routine and comfort zone too (duh, you know this cause welp, still basically twins) but sometimes we just have to pull up our big girl pants and do something different!
I can’t wait to hear more about the new job and how you’re liking it in a few weeks 🙂
Brittany
HIHIHI!!! This change was so needed, day one was great! 😍
kathy @ more coffee, less talky
so excited for you! it’ll be a new challenge and the change will be a good thing as you learn more about the corporate side of things. congrats!!
Brittany
Thank you! The learning curve will be good for me!
Leah
Whoa HUGE congrats! Good luck in your new role 😀
Brittany
Thank you! ❤️
pickyrunner
Congrats on the new role!!!! As someone who just started a new job, it’s definitely a leap outside the comfort zone, and while I don’t love having a desk job, it’s a great step. So excited for you!!!
Brittany
Thank you love! It’s going to open way more doors.
wanderwithpanda
Congratulations! Excited for you!!! LOVE the corporate office. It is a whole different Starbucks world. I think its awesome you knew you needed a change and went for it. Not a lot of people have the courage to make that leap. Recently I have also made a big change with my career and a little scared for the future, but reading your post brings me comfort with my decision and everything is going to work out. Good luck on your new role lady, you are going to crush it and maybe one day our paths will cross, either at corporate, or over the phone. #tobeapartner 🙂
Brittany
Orrrrr on a hike! 😘 thank you!
omobtomtom
i’m so glad for you- congrats!!! I’m glad this new opportunity is even better. All the best in your new adventures 🙂
Brittany
Thank you so much.
Brooke
Congratulations on the new job!! I’m going through the same thing right now, about to make a HUGE leap (to Seattle!!) and waiting for the my line to get bit is a very trying experience…but I know life always has a way of working out and the right opportunity just hasn’t come up yet!! Happy first day!!
Brittany
Just keep manifesting! You’ll get something great.
Jessica
CONGRATULATIONS! I cannot think of a more perfect place for you to grow.
Brittany
Thank you! ❤️❤️
Angie
Congrats! A new chapter is always exciting, but it doesn’t mean you’ll stay there. There will always be new chapters and with change comes new exciting things in your life. Enjoy your time and keep staying a child at heart. 🙂
Brittany
Exactly! This isn’t my end, just another doorway!
fionajarrett
Congrats on your new job and best of luck with the new adventure!
Brittany
Thank you!
Nine Cent Girl
Inspirational! Thank you for sharing your exciting and upbeat story, xxoo
Brittany
Thank YOU for your comment. ❤️
Josie @ Literature Mistress
Congrats, Brittany! I’m happy for you and glad to hear everything worked out in the end! =)
Brittany
Thank you friend! ❤️
fromdreamtoplan
Congrats and good luck! So inspiring to read this post! 🙂
Lisa | http://www.fromdreamtoplan.net/
Brittany
Thank you, that’s very nice of you!
Ellie
Big congrats to you babe! I love reading your story because it parallels mine in a lot of ways. I’m a huge believer in being shown the way to go rather than looking for it. I’m so happy to see this Starbucks journey come to fruition ❤
Brittany
I definitely feel you and I align a lot with our journey! Thank you. ❤️
Amy @ A Desert Girl
Rockstar! Congrats on the new position. I hope that the next chapter is fulfilling and contributes to the mind/body/spirit balance.
Brittany
Thank you, I hope so too!
Anthony
This is such awesome news Britt. Way to go! I remember reading your optimistic post and believing in you then….and I am so glad it worked out. Amazing stuff. Keep it going.
Brittany
This comment made me smile. Thank you!
Anthony
You are very welcome.
Josh dV
So very happy for you on your new adventure! Sometimes when we ask the universe for what we want….we get it. We just have to have the patience to wait for it.
FTR I did know that about the ahuacatl (avocado) and I leave the pit in when I make guac to keep it green.
As for your behind the scenes job: What you do matters.
“There are no small parts, only small actors” ~ Constantin Stanislavski
Brittany
The avocado trick is like magic. When I first tried it I was shocked. Mind games!
Heather
Congratulations my lady! It’s so hard to really let go and trust “life.” I am so so happy for you. Does this mean you’ll have to move? Now I REALLY need to get my butt out to Seattle. I need to hear more about the Garmin. Your food pics will make me make better choices today- thank you. And will you ship me some of those homemade treats? I’ll pay for shipping with my running change 😉
Brittany
Thank you! I’m not moving yet, perhaps in the future. The Connie sucks a couple hours, but it’s not terrible. I take a bus, ferry, and shuttle that allows me to avoid driving so it’s ok! I’d be honored if you paid me with running change.
Meghan@CleanEatsFastFeets
I’m so happy for you and so damn proud of you for stepping outside that comfort zone. Go get ’em Tiger.
Brittany
Thank you!!! It’s been AMAZING so far!
An Unrefined Vegan
Congratulations! Excited for you! Perhaps one of the coolest things about following a blog for a long period of time is getting to witness the changes, evolutions, ups and downs, thought processes, etc. Thanks for sharing with us all. xoxo
Brittany
Yes! I love the long term connections, they make announcements so much more exciting.
Rachael @ Catch Me If You Can
congrats on the new job!!!!!!! what a bittersweet moment because you are so right it is extremely rare to find a job where everyone is like family. i think though, you are the kind of person that fosters that kind of environment and Im sure your new office will have a family feel in no time! good luck!!!
Brittany
Oh my goodness, what a kind comment. Thank you! ❤️
Atheria
I’m so happy for you with this new opportunity to grow! I needed to see this post right now after having left a “safe” job in Albuquerque that was sucking my soul out of me while I rotted in that city for my new home in Denver at age 49. The job search here in Denver is exhausting and I’m hating having to prove to strangers that I’m worth their time. A few jobs that I actually got excited about fell through…and I’m getting scared I’ll run through all of my savings. But, staying put in ABQ was killing me anyway. My chronic pain IS lower here and I’m LOVING the Denver area. But, right now I have this gut feeling God is trying to “force” me to focus on my neglected spiritual work instead of office jobs. That being said, I am petrified of instability. I like steady paychecks, a 401K, health insurance, etc. When some of the cool jobs fell through I was really upset, but I do try to tell myself “Everything happens for a reason, and sometimes the biggest blessing is an unanswered prayer.” You happen to be wise beyond your years. I admire your attitude.
Brittany
I truly believe you had the seed planted to move for a reason. You may run out of savings, you may not find a job for a year, you may have moments of panic, but do not loose hope! I know you already know this, so I’m just reiterating but I have complete faith that if you keep the faith you will be so glad you did! YOU and your health come first.
Atheria
Thank you, Britt. Yeah, I need to TRUST. The good news is that so far, my moving to Colorado has totally fit what a wonderful fellow psychic predicted…and…she did see me getting a quality job that in some way would be connected to my old job.
Heather P.
Congratulations!!!!!! I hope the new job is going well so far, and that you will continue to push yourself in the years to come!
Brittany
Thank you!
Heather Patton at Afternoon Glow
Congratulations!!!!!!! I hope you’re liking the new job!
Claudia
Congratulations! I am so happy things fell into place and a new path revealed itself for you. There is no doubt you will be doing a great job. Hopefully your new adventure will be all-around awesome.
Your post happened just at the right time for me – it is very thought-provoking and raising a lot of questions I have so hard been trying to avoid.
Brittany
I know it’s hard to handle those thoughts, but they are so important to pay attention to!! Take it from me. 😉
Melanie
Wow, congrats on the new job! I think it sounds great! I’m not a fan of change in life though and totally relate to your “ugly cry, big tears” goodbye. i hope everything works out and you love love love your new job. I wish you all the best!
Brittany
So far I’m so happy with the change! I usually feel scared day one, but not this time!
dave379
Congrats on the new position! And finding your way there. Letting go of control and trusting and having faith and jumping in, so great. Something I’m always working on too. Your bear hug smile is the perfect complement to all the rest too. Happy for and with you.
Brittany
Thank you, Dave!!
danaelizabethx
Best of luck on your new adventure!! I have found that too – although things that didn’t work out and seemed like the end of the world at the time, other and better things fell into place and I am where I am due to that – it is really cool to look back on life and realize that! 🙂
Brittany
Isn’t it?! Hindsight is everything.
danaelizabethx
OH PS – if u wanna share the recipe of that dessert u made feel free! 🙂
Brittany
I used this recipe for my base line and altered it for my own preferences, but the original is great!
http://minimalistbaker.com/vegan-snickers-cheesecake/
P
Congrats congrats congrats!!! I love how you kept a positive outlook and something bigger and better came along your way!!!
I understand the whole mind/body connection thing because I think I’m experiencing it myself…I was so overworked last week and I woke up with a sore throat on Sunday which led to a full blown cold this week! I normally don’t get sick like that too often so I totally think there is a connection there!
Anyways I am so happy things are going great for you!
Brittany
Rest yourself girl!! You only get one body. 😝❤️
Rach @ This Italian Family
I’m so excited for you in this next chapter of life, friend! That’s awesome! And I had no idea about avocados staying green if you left the pit in. That’s so helpful to know!
Brittany
Yes! That avocado tip changed my life. Bahaha.
Hannah
Congratulations to you, Brittany! I know it’s been a journey full of laughter and happiness as well as uncertainty and some frustrations You’re so right about having faith, taking leaps, and stepping outside of your comfort zone. You’re proof that it can be worth the anxiety the goes with the process. I’m so excited to hear about your new job, Seattle eats, and anything and everything that comes with this change ❤
Brittany
Thank you my friend! Being in this city has been so amazing. I’m enthralled.
thehipandthrifty
I’m so happy for you 🙂 you worked really hard to get where you did and adapted to changes instead of falling into disappointment. That is a capable kind of ambition, not ambition for the sake of ambition. You will be great! Lastly, the line, “…perhaps its time to take that leap without knowing where you will fall” is beautiful, downright poetic…and the avocado thing has officially changed my life 😀
Brittany
Your comment is simply beautiful! Thank you!
stateeats
Congratulations on your new position! A corp position is going to be an adjustment from what you have been doing but you have such a good, positive outlook that I know you just shine. I wish you nothing but the best. -Kat
Brittany
It’s already a whole new world, but just the change that I needed! Thank you. ❤
Kayse
I am so happy for you! Congratulations, lady friend. I’m glad your stomach, soul, and mind are all in a good place. Also, I want to eat everything you featured in these pictures. I saw avocado, kraut, and potato on one plate. ❤ ❤
Brittany
You sure did! Good eye. Thank you ❤️
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Shawna
Congrats lady, and best wishes for this new role! I hope you love it and find it’s exactly what you needed for your next step. One of my girlfriends lives in Seattle and works for Starbucks corporate as well, in sourcing! When I make it out to visit her finally, I will hopefully meet you as well. 🙂
Brittany
Yesss! How fun, small world!
Allie Zottola
Love. This.
I am so excited for this next journey of yours!
Brittany
Thank you!
Christina Does It All
Your attitude and beliefs remind me SO much of my best friend’s and I love you even more for that! And I totally agree with all of it! Congrats on this new journey, friend!
Brittany
Thank you!!!
specialkkluthe
Congrats! That’s so exciting. Good to know you need to move on, and to have something to move into.
Brittany
Thank you!
BabetaRuns
CONGRATS on a new job! Brilliant news! Well done, you!!!
Brittany
Thank you!! ❤
John and Katie
Congratulations on the position!! I miss being a partner – there really is a special camaraderie that develops there amongst coworkers and customers – so not going to lie, just a little jealous that you are working for corporate, especially since we love Seattle, too! And nothing wrong with being excited about tastings, haha! Hope the health issues aren’t too serious, but glad you seem to be doing better regardless! Oh, and your avocado tip is a life changer, so thank you! Hope things keep looking up for you! 🙂
Brittany
Thank you! Being a partner really is so great.