I think I currently reside in the ‘What we can be paid to do’ zone, possibly edging towards the ‘What we do well’ zone – although some would argue about my proximity to the border. I’m keen to move closer to the ‘What we want to do’ zone.
Step 1: Identify what I want to do.
When I think about this question (i.e. What DO I want to do?) I feel conflicted between two ideologies: the first is to hold a prestigious job, with status and rewards, which will allow me to buy a nice house in the ‘burbs. The second is to work towards or build on something worthwhile in my day-to-day occupation, and still have enough time to enjoy the simple things in life. The first may lack what the second offers, and vice versa.
But now that I’m experiencing what it’s like to lose something that money cannot buy, the second is looking very appealing. I need to stop waiting for it to be spelled out for me, waiting for the conditions to be ‘right’. I need to go find it now. What is the point of making good money when you’ve forgotten what you want to spend it on? I haven’t forgotten yet. The reason why I wanted to make good money is so I can make myself happy. How ironic.
