I have a lot of training to do now that I have quit my job. Even just in the way I think. I would not say these things are necessarily post-quitting changes (i.e., I could have made these changes while I was working, but was not focused on making such changes). They are ways of thinking emerging now that I am focusing on me, what I am interested in and what I can contribute to the world.
Training myself to think in the now. Not thinking about yesterday, or three months ago because that time has passed. There is no use in dwelling on "could have." Not thinking about tomorrow or a year from now. I have no idea what is going to happen. Every minute I spend speculating, worrying and agonizing over the future is every minute that literally passes me by. By spending time thinking about the future I am ignoring what is going on around me and not experiencing it. Now, more than ever, I need -- absolutely need -- to live in the moment. I cannot let this time pass me by. It is not all happy and roses time, but it is about self-awareness, and paying attention to what makes me tick. Especially if something makes me unhappy, uncomfortable or unsettled. Just as much as I am looking for things to put on my List that will fill out my career picture, I am also looking for things to take off the List. So I must be present to pay attention to everything going on around me, good and bad.
Training myself to be patient. As we all know, nothing happens overnight. That includes figuring out what my next career might be. I must be sure that I do not quit before I set out what I planned to do because I panic.
Consistency is the key. The rewards are not always as quick as a treat for a dog who sits on command. Yet, apparently here, I am going for the quick fix by buying a lottery ticket (my mother caught me in action). . .
A wonderful day to everyone, and if you feel up to it, smile to someone on the street today.
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