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I took a 7-year career break to care for my parents. I lost my professional identity — then found a new one.
Natasya Pawanteh took a 7½-year career break to care for her elderly parents after leaving her job as a geologist at Shell in 2018. The extended break led to a career pivot, and she now views caregiving as her 'greatest achievement.' The article is part of a Business Insider series exploring career breaks and professional reinvention.
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