What happens when the life you planned doesn’t work out?
In this episode, David Melse opens up about separation, moving back to New Zealand when his overseas plans collapsed, and what it really feels like to start again from scratch.
We talk about:
The identity hit that comes with separation
The quiet shame of coming home when it “didn’t work”
Rebuilding confidence when your world shrinks
The hidden ways fear of rejection shaped his business decisions
And how unresolved rejection can quietly limit your growth
This conversation isn’t polished.
It’s honest.
Because starting over isn’t just a logistical reset, it’s an identity reset.
If you’ve ever felt like you’re rebuilding while everyone else seems to be accelerating, this one’s for you.
