From Hopeless to Tapped Out: My Wild Journey of Quitting (Watch What Killed Me) - Abbey Badges

Understanding the Context

From Hopeless to Tapped Out: My Wild Journey of Quitting

Life hits hard. For me, the journey from hopelessness to awareness didn’t come quietly—it came through a slow unraveling, a chaotic spiral into burnout, fear, and confusion. That’s the story behind “Watch What Killed Me”—a deeply personal exploration of what it really means to quit.

The Fall: When Hope Failed You

At first, quitting felt like abandonment. Years of pushing forward—burning out under relentless pressure, juggling tasks, numbing emotions with caffeine or distractions—had built an exhausting facade of “success.” But beneath the surface? I was empty. Anxious, resentful, and disconnected from myself and others. No matter how hard I tried, joy seemed out of reach. The world kept moving, but I couldn’t keep up.

Key Insights

“From hopeless to tapped out” isn’t just a phrase—it’s a raw admission. It’s the moment when denial gives way to painful clarity: I can’t keep doing what I’ve been doing. The lungs, mind, and spirit were crying out for release.

What Killed Me—and What Set Me Free

In “Watch What Killed Me,” I don’t sugarcoat the scars. I share the quiet desperation, the failed attempts to “tough it out,” and the explosive turning points that forced me into action. The book chronicles not just quitting but the messy, human process: questioning purpose, confronting failure, and discovering strength in surrender.

What killed me wasn’t a single event—it was the cumulative weight of expectations, comparison, and ignoring inner warnings. What gave me wake-up calls? Moments of breakdown, conversations with mentors, and the harsh honesty of reflection. These vulnerabilities shook me, but they also opened the door to healing and transformation.

The Power of Saying “Stop”

Final Thoughts

For many, quitting carries stigma—seen as cowardice or desperation. But my journey revealed it’s often courage. To quit is to reclaim agency. In Watch What Killed Me, I reveal how saying no to what no longer serves you is an act of self-respect. It’s about recognizing when joy is buried under obligation, when creativity stagnates under pressure, and when connection fades amid burnout.

Watch Watch What Killed Me and witness how quitting wasn’t the end—it was the beginning.

Why This Story Matters (and Why You Should Watch It)

Angst and pressure are the modern equivalents of invisible chains. If you’ve ever wrestled with exhaustion, disillusionment, or questioning life’s direction, this documentary-style reflection offers both validation and hope. From hopeless to tapped out speaks to the universal struggle—and shows there’s light at the end of ressourcing, not just in “keeping on,” but in knowing when to pause.

“Watch What Killed Me” isn’t just a personal memoir. It’s a call to listen—to yourself, to your limits, and to the quiet wisdom that sometimes only comes after we’ve hit rock bottom.