I got such a kick from realizing I’d hit the 35th anniversary of Star Wars last weekend and had never seen it, so I watched the original trilogy. I’m pretty science fiction averse, but a trusted friend’s recommendation, the plentiful cultural references and George Lucas’ genius reputation swayed me. Anyone who knows me won’t be surprised to hear that its spiritual components appealed to me very much.
In the same weekend, I took to answering some questions sent to me by a high school student working on a project about a career in journalism. She had asked if I’d be willing to help her and I was excited about doing what I could to bring clarity to her path. I sent back her answers in email, but something about the experience nagged at me.
With some help from The Force, here it is.
Today’s Game Plan: Life Advice from Obi-Wan Kenobi
Ms. Colasurdo,
Thank you very much for this article. I ended my lucrative job of 7 years this month after giving notice last year because I wasn’t happy. At the time, it felt like the right thing to do and I was very excited about the future. There were naysayers, including people who were close to me, but I knew what I was doing. I missed the days when my wife and I first started out, when we had less material things, but were much more happy.
The naysayers act like propaganda in my ear, telling me that I won’t be able to live without my fancy car, my big home, my lavish lifestyle. Lately I’ve been wavering a bit, starting to feel anxious. The feelings intensified yesterday when I developed a fever. I even dreamed about being at my old job.
I’m currently overseas on vacation and was worried that this was the end of it. But, I woke up this morning feeling perfectly fine. I fired up my laptop and read your article. It was just like waking up and feeling perfectly fine all over again. I feel renewed and refreshed!
I will continue to believe in myself and keep working hard. Thank you!
Regards,
Jonathan Young
You are so welcome, Jonathan. Your note is so gratifying. Congratulations on choosing happiness.
Nancy