'...maybe it’s time that we intentionally invest our efforts in the opportunities that better align with our own magical journeys.'
Yeah, agreed. We should be more introspective and make decisions based on what we genuinely want, rather than just following along with what most people are doing, or what's apparently very popular during current times.
I blankly stare when others explain that I need to be more engaged, bolster my on-line presence, more "in tune" with the world like they are... as they sit inside in a poorly lit room, on a screen living through algorithms. I work with people, close enough to feel their breath. My job is stressful but it's my calling. I re-charge several ways. One is by writing (not very well, but trying), another is turning wood: bowls, vases, etc. (which I am good at). When people see what I have created, imagine my surprise at their first response... I need to get on etsy, ebay, whatever and start selling, networking, getting my name out there. Most of them are horrified when I tell them I'm giving it to my child's bus driver that works his ass off and is kind to the kids. Or that it's going to a co-worker that has been a nurse for 30 years and is retiring. Live because you love living. Be kind to others. People will be drawn to your light when you are living the path ordained for you. It may not be the 150,000 followers that your loud-mouthed (friend). I tell my children that they will most likely have only a small number of true friends in their lives, and that's okay. I tend to choose quality over quantity.
This post couldn't have come at a more opportune moment for me. Having just launched my Substack, the pressure (societal and self-inflicted) to constantly create and disseminate content across all platforms, TikTok included, has been immense.
Thank you for this timely nudge to stay true to my path and to remember that it's okay to let some opportunities pass by in favor of those that truly resonate with my vision and values.
Unapologetically, I’ve never been on TikTok for my work and I never plan to. That app is a time warp worm hole and the name fits. I always feel like I’m being hypnotized “tick…tok…tick….tock”
My brain can’t handle all that TIKing! And don’t even get me started on the TOKing. Thank you for reminding us we don’t have to be everywhere all the time. It’s too easy to get sucked in and forget about doing important things!
Yes. Chasing somebody else's dream is the lost opportunity to follow your own path and find out who you really are and what you're capable of. Great message.
'...maybe it’s time that we intentionally invest our efforts in the opportunities that better align with our own magical journeys.'
Yeah, agreed. We should be more introspective and make decisions based on what we genuinely want, rather than just following along with what most people are doing, or what's apparently very popular during current times.
I blankly stare when others explain that I need to be more engaged, bolster my on-line presence, more "in tune" with the world like they are... as they sit inside in a poorly lit room, on a screen living through algorithms. I work with people, close enough to feel their breath. My job is stressful but it's my calling. I re-charge several ways. One is by writing (not very well, but trying), another is turning wood: bowls, vases, etc. (which I am good at). When people see what I have created, imagine my surprise at their first response... I need to get on etsy, ebay, whatever and start selling, networking, getting my name out there. Most of them are horrified when I tell them I'm giving it to my child's bus driver that works his ass off and is kind to the kids. Or that it's going to a co-worker that has been a nurse for 30 years and is retiring. Live because you love living. Be kind to others. People will be drawn to your light when you are living the path ordained for you. It may not be the 150,000 followers that your loud-mouthed (friend). I tell my children that they will most likely have only a small number of true friends in their lives, and that's okay. I tend to choose quality over quantity.
This post couldn't have come at a more opportune moment for me. Having just launched my Substack, the pressure (societal and self-inflicted) to constantly create and disseminate content across all platforms, TikTok included, has been immense.
Thank you for this timely nudge to stay true to my path and to remember that it's okay to let some opportunities pass by in favor of those that truly resonate with my vision and values.
Unapologetically, I’ve never been on TikTok for my work and I never plan to. That app is a time warp worm hole and the name fits. I always feel like I’m being hypnotized “tick…tok…tick….tock”
My brain can’t handle all that TIKing! And don’t even get me started on the TOKing. Thank you for reminding us we don’t have to be everywhere all the time. It’s too easy to get sucked in and forget about doing important things!
Inspiring and right in my alley this week. Am so off sharing anything on any media right now. Unfortunately also this one 😆.
Excellent advice. Consider what’s already here and then act on it.
Yes. Chasing somebody else's dream is the lost opportunity to follow your own path and find out who you really are and what you're capable of. Great message.
Companionship content. Very glad to have a term for this now.
Love it. Play your game (and mind the opportunity costs).
Here's to missing opportunities!