16/06/2021
A round a year ago, I heard say something along the lines of “confusion opens the door to new possibilities” on her Highest Self Podcast. Hearing that immediately reminded me of the days when I was so overwhelmed and confused about my career path.
The feeling of confusion led me to become depressed.
I fell into victim mode and kept questioning WHY everyone had it easier than me when it came to choosing a career to stick to and love.
These thoughts spiraled until one day I decided to take matters into my own hands and did some introspection & reflection. Instead of comparing myself to everyone else’s success, I grabbed my pen and journal & asked MYSELF... if I died the next year, what would I want to accomplish or experience?
Here are some of my answers:
1. Travel & meet new people of different cultures
2. Spend time with my loved ones
3. Leave a legacy- impact and inspire others
4. Showcase my artworks
5. Financial abundance to pass it on to my children/family
As I reflect on these, I told myself that no matter what job I take, these values/goals will be my form of self-care/self-love practice, THEREFORE they will be non-negotiable.
From there I threw on my “research glasses” and dug deep into Google for possible jobs that align with my values and goals.
Through the research, I began to become excited because I finally felt liberated from overwhelm and confusion. I finally found clarity for a fulfilling career. The only thing left is to find a job that fit with my values.
Now when I look back, I am grateful for that experience because if I continued to be on autopilot, I’d still be at a mundane and soul-sucking job.
The struggle of confusion forced me to make a change
It forced me to look within, which forced me to find what TRULY fulfills me.
I’ve realized what a gift it is to experience this and I hope we can all reframe that experience to something positive, because in the end it’s all happening for our greater good.
Now here are some questions I have for you: Are you experiencing struggle/confusion right now? What small steps can you take to pivot?