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May 10, 2007

My answer to a reader who expresses what many people feel when finally taking the plunge and quitting their job. 

 

Dear Carol

I am a huge believer in the law of attraction and synchronicity; I have recently quit my job because it was absolutely eating at my soul.

In discussing life with so many different people over the years, I think my problem is more common than not.  I just quit "Corporate America" at a bank where 9 out of 10 hated their work but continued being miserable everyday.  The negative energy of the work itself and the environment was pulling me down with it.   I know so many people that are not living with their authentic selves out of fear of what they would do next.  I have taken a blind jump into the universal flow, and can definitely see the frightening aspects of it. 

Congratulate yourself for making a good decision.  Don't look back,
  I feel free and happy again, but broke.
Don't describe yourself as broke--not a good message for Law of Attraction to match.

I am 30 years old and feel very lost and want so badly to find my purpose and make a difference.
You make a difference everyday by the way you are with the people in your life and the people you meet in everyday transactions. I think it's better not to draw a line and make Life Purpose so weighty and all about a JOB or CAREER (as you know from my writing.)  Get a job for now so you don't feel scared or can't pay your bills.  Find something different and relaxing--heck, you could work in a 7 11 store for six months--until you feel drawn to make a more definitive choice (such as maybe going back to school.)
I have read your book about the purpose of life, and James Redfields whole series of books.  Is patience all I am lacking?
For an understanding of your nature, I think the Primary Life Chart will throw some light.

All the best--and don't forget to use the metaphysical wisdom you have learned--write down your ideal job (the conditions, kind of people, commute time, salary, what types of activities you enjoy and match your talents)  Your list is your intention.  Stay happy--and tell a good story to people, such as "I'm exploring new options."  "I'm looking around for a good fit for me." etc.

 Her response:

Thank you so much for responding. You have made very good points and I will use them.

I, like many others, have defined myself by my career.  I guess after putting so many years and money into schooling, the focus remains fixated on the goal of attaining that success I have been working towards.  I will focus on my fortune of a wonderful husband and an exciting next chapter to my life. 

CD 

 
When Life Changes

If you have questions for the advice blog, you may find some answers in the following interviews!

Also, April's monthly column is, Listening to Depression.  You may find some good tips there for lifting your mood if it's not so great right now!

I'll be back in California in mid-April.  Ciao, Carol 

 

Listen to Carol's radio interview,
Sharing the Path as Mothers and Daughters, with host Cheryl McLaughlin on From Her Court Radio Show on BlogTalk Radio: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/fromhercourt
Look for the show description in the right-hand column along with the BlogTalkRadio media button. Double-click on the play button.

Listen to Carol's podcast interview
The Purpose of Your Life, with Dr. Lara-Honos-Webb
http://www.byoaudio.com/play/WBHPh147. For other tapes and books, you might want to visit www.psychologypodcasts.net


May 13-15 Big Sur, California, Esalen Institute, Weekend seminar; Sharing
the Path as Mothers and Daughters; with Carol and her daughter, yoga teacher, Sigrid Matthews. Come alone or with your mother or daughter. See how this primary relationship is affecting every aspect of your life from career choice, relationships, and personal growth. For details and to register please visit www.esalen.org.

 
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