Settling Down...
By AsianBelle
@AsianBelle (75)
South Africa
April 26, 2012 9:08am CST
Not many people have the opportunity (maybe, they do, but they just didn't take it) to do what they love to do, in terms of work. Perhaps, working for a 9 - 5 job allows them to pay off their bills on time, even though they struggle to keep doing the same thing every day.
So, my question is - are you doing what you believe in or are you settling for what you are doing?
3 responses
@LaurenPogisky (131)
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29 Apr 12
Hello there AsianBelle. I think the answer to your question depends on the situation. If a person is having financial stability in doing a job that he is not fund of, he could still enjoy what he wants to do in his free time. At least, he has the money to do so. Meanwhile, If you are doing a job that you like and you cannot gain profit or even support yourself by doing such, might as well find another opportunity. I am talking from a practical person's point of view and other may have opposing thoughts. But, I think, these days, there is no such room for picky people. If you already have a stable job, do not take the risk of loosing it. But, If you have this once in a lifetime opportunity to do what you want to do, then go for it. Bottom line is, decide well on what you want to do in life. Be ready for the pros and cons of your choice. Hope that helps. Cheers and Godbless.
@AsianBelle (75)
• South Africa
29 Apr 12
I hear what you're saying. People shouldn't be picky especially with the economy still in recovery process. I quit my job at the right time, and so did my sweetheart, thus it made it easier for us to keep the ball rolling, business-wise. We can't complain, in fact, we are very happy with our way of earning money.
Not many friends get what we are doing, even though they are curious about it, because we could go out and have fun, without having to worry about our workload, as oppose to them, who have to get back to work/the office at a certain time, or could only take a couple of days off from work.
Life is good for us and we are blessed!
@expectator (50)
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27 Apr 12
Seriously, my job now is far different from my passion. It's just my way to earn money..However, I have other options especially when I really have the courage to do it.. But right now, since I don't have plans yet, I'm settling for what I'm doing. That's what I've decided on. Hopefully, I can have a change of career soon!
Happy Friday! :)))
@AsianBelle (75)
• South Africa
29 Apr 12
Don't worry about it, you are still young. When I was younger, I tried many things to see which one suits me the most. I enjoyed working as a barista but that was not something that I can see myself doing as a long-term career. I could have become a branch manager for one of the branches of a famous coffee chain, but I didn't like the shifts. I worked for various companies (different positions, too!) and a couple of years ago, I decided that's it - I need something new. I earned a lot of money from my employers, but I wasn't happy. Thus, I didn't want to settle for something that does not make me happy, even though it paid a lot.
I wouldn't have been able to do that without the support and understanding of my family and my sweetheart. I think the fact that we have thought about it thoroughly showed our families that we knew what we were doing.
You should do what you love and have passion for. It's okay to take your time, but make sure you follow your dreams.
@GemmaR (8517)
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26 Apr 12
I am at the point in my life right now where I really do need to start thinking about the things that I am going to be doing in the future. I don't think that anybody should settle for something that they're not happy with if there is any way that they could help it. However, I do know that it might be hard when you have children to follow your dreams, and there is a point at which you have to come to terms with the fact that you just sometimes have to do what pays the bllls and possibly just put your own thoughts and feelings to one side until your family are in a more secure financial situation.
@AsianBelle (75)
• South Africa
29 Apr 12
That's right, I agree that it is difficult when you have children. However, it isn't impossible, you just need to set some time do make sure you reach your dreams.
I never liked working for people, and for that reason, I decided to quit my job and work from home. I must say, aside from some minor bumps, it was the best decision I have ever made. It helps that my sweetheart shares the same dreams and desires, so we have worked hard to reach where we are right now. Furthermore, we can easily go out anytime we want, without having to ask anyone for permission.
