The Cost of Staying

From a young age, we're taught to put others first, be nice, and not be selfish. By the time we reach adulthood, choosing ourselves feels like a betrayal. But what if prioritizing your own well-being is the most important decision you can make?

For years, Kristen Chimack struggled with the fear, guilt, and uncertainty of leaving a life that no longer felt right. She carefully calculated the cost of walking away but never considered the toll of staying-the erosion of her authenticity, peace of mind, joy, and health-until she finally took the courageous step to reclaim her life.

Maybe you're standing at a crossroads, feeling trapped in a toxic job, relationship, or situation that no longer serves you. You wonder if it's just you-why does everyone else seem fine while you feel lost? You're exhausted from pretending, scared of starting over, and confused about what to do next.

In The Cost of Staying, Chimack offers a compassionate and insightful guide to recognizing when it's time to choose yourself. Through personal experiences, practical advice, and empowering strategies, she will help you trust your intuition, set healthy boundaries, and build a life that aligns with who you truly are.

Written like a heart-to-heart conversation with a trusted friend, this book is here to remind you: Sometimes, the bravest thing you can do is admit that the life you've worked so hard to build might not be the one you're meant to live-and that's okay. You have the power to choose yourself.