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Upon arriving in CT, my manager took me under his wing and showed me the ropes to succeed. To become a certified Medical Assistant again in CT, I had to travel to Stamford for a month to prepare for my certification exam. I completed the courses and took the two-hour test, passing and becoming a certified medical assistant in CT. I decided to accept a position in TN. Within two weeks, I packed up my home, said goodbye to my family, friends, and everything I had ever known, and set out on my new adventure to TN. I arrived at the clinic, and it was not what I expected or was told. I was given a large book and without any training. I was expected to do my job. My co-workers could have been more helpful, mean, and intimidating. I quickly learned that I was on my own and had to find a way to succeed and grow in my position. THE ORDEAL/THE INNERMOST CAVE CROSSING THE THRESHOLD TESTS, ALLIES, AND ENEMIES CALL TO ADVENTURE I live in my hometown of Austin, Texas, and have worked as a medical assistant for five years. I was allowed to move to Oakdale, Minnesota, to pursue a new career at a better and bigger medical office. WISE HELPERS/MENTORS I was struggling with my presented adventure. I spoke with my father, who reminded me that we only live once. He guided me in my decision by reminding me that I had climbed the job ladder and had outgrown my city. Moving to a different town would present more opportunities, money, and a chance to meet new people. THE RELUCTANT HERO Accepting this opportunity meant leaving everything behind, including friends, family, and everything I had ever known. I was moving to a strange place, not knowing anyone or whether I would be successful. What if I hated it and had uprooted my entire life to fail? STEPHANIE ANTUNA HERO’S JOURNEY SEIZING THE SWORD Over time, I found my way and became comfortable in my new job setting and meeting new people. Being promised growth, opportunity, and continuing education that was not delivered, I gained much respect from my co-workers, experience, and a better knowledge of Medical Settings. THE RESURRECTION I survived three years at the clinic, gained experience and knowledge, and knew I would never get awarded for my job, and there was no opportunity or room for growth. I needed to finish my college degree. I enrolled at Rasmussen College and began my search for a new job at a different clinic or hospital. 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 6 6 7 7 8 8