QUIT your JOB ?

in motivation •  7 years ago  (edited)

Probably 99% of the Worlds population has asked this question at least once in their lives. Sometimes I wonder why I still continue to do what I do if it truly doesn't bring happiness? Is it possible to quit a job and succeed somewhere else or doing your own thing (business, hobby, inspired desires, etc.).
I look at this question and also pose it to myself.
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First things first - Are you happy in your current job. Do you get up in the morning and dread going to work or doing what you are doing? If you answer yes to this question then maybe someone or something is trying to tell you something.
2nd - Does it feel like your job is controlling you? We all LOVE to be in control of what we do on a daily basis. Some of us can be in control more then others of course, especially if you have obligations such as children, caring for loved ones, etc.
3rd- Do you feel inside that there is something better for you out there? Are you not reaching your full potential or are you just tired of doing the same old thing? Passions are spiritually given I do believe.

Let's look at the Bible. Abraham was never an employed person. He simply survived off of the land and listened to God as to what to do. God had him move around a lot and it was God that told Abraham that his offspring will inherit lands, etc. Abraham was his own man or self.

It is in our nature as human beings to do our own thing. God never set up a system where we are controlled by our daily lives with work. You know there is a problem when work comes before our kids.

What can we do? Scale back, have some garage sales, and take a step of faith. Unfortunately those of us in working positions are limited with time to find other employment. Sometimes we simply have to take a step of faith, or should I say a "Leap of Faith". Sometimes God brings us to a point in our lives where hard choices have to be made. I believe this happens to get us out of our boxes we have built around us.

I hear many people say "you can't quit your job until you have found another one". Well, I have issues with this statement. Sometimes a person needs to just quit for health and well being. When a person is pushed to the limit, jobless then he or she has more motivation to plan for his or her dream. Of course there are things to consider if attempting this like DEBT. If you are in way over your head and have a house maybe you should consider downsizing.

All in All life is short. we have little life on this planet and so much to give. Focus on yourself more and quit putting your boss ahead of yourself. Quit trying to please others so much and focus more on YOU. Your not a slave. You are free. Sit down by yourself and ask yourself "What do I want in life"? Let your imagination go wild. Come up with a small plan and focus on that. I'm not saying quit your job outright unless you must. Just take the time to consider what you want in life and start planning on that. Do you love art, music, making videos? Begin to really pursue those dreams and make a plan to get out of the job you are in, especially if you can't stand it.

Say to yourself "NO MORE" will I be controlled for someone else's interests.
For those people out there that would tell you "you are not being realistic" just avoid them. They could be part of your problem. Give energy to your interests and be encouraged. Maybe, just Maybe God is leading you in this new journey.
Have a Good One.

(All images taken from google imaging under the quit job, passion subjects)

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Yes!! I just quit my job this week! Now it's my time! I don't know what's next but great things are on the horizon.

Its a big step of faith and I know you will be rewarded. I bet its relief to you. Enjoy it.

One year ago I quit my job and moved to the other side of the world with a clear vision of how I wanted my life to be and somewhat of an idea of how I was going to achieve it. It's all come to fruition and I am more than happy with my decision. There's no way I'll ever go back to the 9-5 if I can avoid it. 🌞😎🌴🍹

Awesome. A success story. Do you have an article up about your experience?

There's a couple of "this is what I want to do" type things, from a few months ago. But even they've changed now.

I don't have a one year progress report, no.

Great post!! I relate a lot to this.

I quit my job over 2 years ago to work for myself and haven't looked back. The quote "living off the lay of the land" always appealed to me, even being based in a major metropolis, so I pursued what I felt was best for my happiness.

Most people would've called me crazy to leave the secure job I did, but I didn't want to have a stable predictable path, was sick of politics, games and maneuvering through red tape. I wanted to be in control and can't say how powerful it is to see what you're capable of doing on your own. Many societies brainwash us to be dependent, extend debt to maintain that dependency, and we become complacent by forgetting our dreams.

It took a lot of planning to devise another way to support myself, and a leap of faith to give up my stable income then, but it's been the best move I've ever made. Feel free to direct message me or ask for any advice.

I like the posed. It is very realistic thinking. maybe we can all quit our job one day.