The Job That Doesn't Fit

7/23/20242 min read

wake up kick ass. be kind. repeat printed glass wall
wake up kick ass. be kind. repeat printed glass wall

Is your daily grind more "meh" than magic? You're not alone. We all get stuck in jobs that pay the bills, but slowly chip away at our dreams. But what if there's a way to break free and design a future that truly excites you?

We all know the script. The one that whispers justifications for staying stuck: the paycheck, the benefits, the nice team. It's a survival tactic, wired deep in our brains.

But what if "better than nothing" is slowly sucking the life out of you?

Maybe you, like many, are yearning for something more. But the unknown looms large, and the script replays. Fear masquerades as practicality.

Here's the thing: embracing the unknown is the only way to break free. Not blindly, of course. But with intention.

Know your north star. What truly matters to you? What are your skills and strengths? Do some deep exploration.

Map your path. Research, connect with others, and get creative. There's a way to bridge the gap between your current reality and your desired future.

Build your tribe. Find those who will support and challenge you. You won't do this alone.

It won't be easy. It might take time. But the investment in yourself is always the most rewarding one.

Grateful doesn't mean stuck. You can appreciate what your job has offered you while still pursuing something more.

So, what story are you going to tell yourself today? The safe, but unfulfilling script? Or a new narrative, one where you take charge and design a future that lights you up?

The choice is yours.

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