What happens if you find yourself approaching 30 and haven't reached your goals? What if you aren't sure you want the same things you did when you created the goals at 20 or 25?
Is it okay to give up? Is it OK to say - I went to medical school to be a doctor and now that I'm practicing I don't know if I like it (or I really hate it)?
YES!!
YES!!
YES!!
Like ready a book that you can't get into. You don't have to fight to get to the end. You can stop, put the book down and sell it to a used book store. Or you can just put the book on your shelf and look at it another day. The same is true for life.
Where we are at 30 doesn't have to be where we will be in the future. 30 is not too old to change careers, start a new path or find a new goal. Don't see this birthday as one to dread, fear or avoid. If it has to be anything more than another day, see is as a chance to evaluate your goals. Put down the book and pick up a new one if you like. Or reaffirm the path you have chosen and dedicate yourself to putting your energy into your goals.
Whatever you do, realize that it is OK to quit if you are unhappy. Don't hold onto something just because it is expected of you or because you feel you should. Instead, if you want to start over, do so with a gusto. Have fun!!
As a side note, if you think you want to change your path but aren't sure which direction to take, consider looking for some information from author Po Bronson. Check his website at http://www.pobronson.com/ or one of his books including What should I do with my life? - a great source for inspiration to motivate you to assess your career and see how others have made changes in their own lives.
If you want something bad enough, go after it and you will achieve it. If and when it's time to start over, do it!
Posts
No comments:
Post a Comment