The Seduction of the Familiar

[qos]

I had an important realization this morning regarding my job search.

I believe that I was laid off because the work I've been doing does not support or promote my spiritual vocation.

If that's the case, why am I putting so much more energy into finding the same kind of job rather than investing at least equal energy into developing my spiritual direction practice and other work?

Rebuilding an old structure isn't going to move me forward.

Granted I am prioritizing working for non-profit and humanitarian organizations rather than corporations, but that doesn't make administrative and communications work any more desireable than its been for the past seven years.

This is an opportunity for radical transformation, and I need to bring all my resources on all levels to the task of creating something wildly different and financially sustainable that will bring me joy and satisfaction -- not burying myself back in the same situation I've been longing to escape.

Comments

[qos.livejournal.com]

I know I don't comment much on your various posts, but you're an inspiration to me.

[wlotus.livejournal.com]

This is an opportunity for radical transformation, and I need to bring all my resources on all levels to the task of creating something wildly different and financially sustainable that will bring me joy and satisfaction -- not burying myself back in the same situation I've been longing to escape.

The similarities to my own thoughts about my career path are quite obvious. :-) You know I am rooting for you.

[labelleizzy.livejournal.com]

Seven years is the time for transformation. Every cell in your body is different than it was 7 years ago - your body has shed the old, renewed itself.

^_^? So, you do the math.

Best of luck in your journey, as always. Thanks for sharing your path with us.