Anyone else out there trying to figure out what they want to do when they “grow up”? I’ve got a great job, one that is interesting, fast paced, and has a lot of potential for growth. I get to work on really interesting projects that tend to be first-of-their-kind projects. And you know what? I don’t see myself doing this forever. I’m making pretty good money, but I’m not sure what I’m getting out of it.
I thought it was just me, but I keep seeing articles about people in their thirties (and beyond) who are searching for the meaning of life, and the meaning of what they do for a living. Money is great, but unfortunately (or fortunately) that doesn’t help me get out of bed in the morning – not really. Paying the bills is great, and makes for less stress at home, but I don’t know that the stress of work is worth it, without some kind of personal investment (other than my home life).
How do you make the job/life balance work?
I feel better knowing I'm not the only one looking for something out there. I'm getting to the point where I think our lot in life is to search. I know when I grow up, I want to live in Paris and spend my days trolling every art museum, gallery, and bistro on the continent. What I don't know is how I'm gonna fund it!!
I've got a nice job, nice boss, nice co-workers, but I'd quit in a minute if I were willing to forgo the paycheck. However, having spent the last year sans-job, that wasn't any easier, just different. "The Secret?" I wish I knew. I'm starting to think that CHOOSING the life of your dreams and making it happen would be the bee's knees, but that not an option for most of us.
Right now, I'm looking at today as build up for tomorrow. Granted, that tomorrow's about 20 years down the line, but that's not up to me right now. The hardest part is appreciating today for today and not glossing through it while I wait.
Not really any assistance, but I'm right there with you!!