Is One Month Enough to Know?
It’s here – the end of February. February is the window of time I set for myself to try my four best options. I’m surprised and discouraged that I still don’t have a clear, single path forward. Perhaps I wouldn’t be enthused with life deciding for me, either. Part of the deal was that if all of these completely failed, or I found out I disliked all of them, I would then…
Curious or Confused?
It’s time I start telling this tale, despite not knowing the ending. This pursuit didn’t start overnight, but it did kick into gear with a trip to the bookstore. I knew books would have the answers I needed…
What Does Your ‘Ambition Album’ Say to You?
Until a few months ago, I had “ambition” wrong. I placed it over with things like greed, envy, and selfishness. I still see at least some overlap with these four. What’s changed is my perspective on the possible drive behind it - if good or bad. I’ve learned “good ambition”, and it’s a game changer.
Are You in Control?
There’s really no such thing as ‘When I have time.’ So, we must find time. We must clear out some of our time for the things we want most. I think we already know this. It’s either that we don’t actually really want that thing or we haven’t put in the energy to find or make some available time.
Maybe you’re waiting for inspiration or motivation to strike — I’ve learned…
Fear Is a Powerful Motivator
In April of 2022, I almost overdrew my checking account when paying rent. May was a close call as well. I wouldn’t say I’ve had too many times in my life where my income well exceeded my bills, but until April happened, I’d put any legitimate worries about not having the money for rent well behind me. So this had me very afraid of what the next few months held, and far too scared to think much of what the next years would hold. I had to act.