What happens when your career becomes your identity—and then you leave it behind? In this reflective article, Krute Aroonsuck shares his journey from Marine and police officer to a development coach and strategic project planner, exploring the emotional challenges of career transition, identity loss, and personal reinvention. Whether you’re leaving the military, public service, or any identity-based profession, this piece offers insight, encouragement, and practical wisdom on how to rediscover your purpose and redefine your path.