I won't lie; I'm definitely demoralized right now.
It's incredibly frustrating and infuriating to put a great deal of effort into something, as well as changing up your approach, only to find that neither seems to be yielding any results. It is especially frustrating to be running at a stand still in a particular field that you have little motivation in and fail to see the reason why you are in said field. Unfortunately, I'm quite stubborn and bull-headed, and hate feeling like I'm quitting (especially when I've invested a great deal of effort into this field...4 years and a boat load of money to be exact). However, with that, the constant feeling of failure and frustration is a constant kick in the proverbial ghoulies and demoralizes.
When we fail at something, it presents an opportunity (when a door closes, another door opens). This situation I'm currently in has presented an ample opportunity. I'm demoralized; however, I need to pause, breathe deeply, and regroup. This allows for a logical and methodical plan to be developed, as opposed to a hasty and impromptu approach born out of feeling alone. Right now I know that my approach is not working, and I need to change my mindset if I wish to succeed. However, this leads to a fork in the road, and the direction I choose to take will (like all opportunities in life) help dictate my career and success down the road.
I think that this is going to be a very, very, very interesting year.
Sifu Joe Harrigan
Sifu, I totally hear where you are at and very much empathize with you. I encourage you to get quiet and meditate as I believe there is a message here for you. Trust your gut as it will not lead you astray.
ReplyDeleteNo amount of experience or education is ever wasted even though we think it may be at the time. You can never tell when you will pull it out when you least expect it. I did. :)
Have faith and trust that you are on the right path.
Sometimes when we are demoralized its actually a test of our commitment to a career choice(or any choice), do we give up,change direction , or find ways to improve our weakness and come back stronger than ever. It shows those who turned you away your true grit.
ReplyDeleteYou are young and have time, dont give up too readily.
Sifu Masterson