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Blog Update #5: I Am Back
Hello,
I am back, and I am feeling much better.
So many of you have welcomed my return and reached out to me personally while I was away. Your support acted like a magnet that has drawn me back to Steemit. I spoke of you often to my important IRL friends. I was proud of us for making such a strong connection through our creations here on Steemit. So, thank you.
Here’s the short form version of a very long story:
I was “stuck” in a job I hated. I tried everything in my power to make it the job work for me. I struggled to find ways to be creative and helpful in my role, but this employer really wanted someone that would shut up and do robot work.
I am terrible at shutting up, and I am also not a robot.
So, I left my company property on my desk at the end of the work day and walked out.
I was never stuck in my job, but I manufactured enough excuses to create the sense that I was stuck.
In reality, it was as simple as walking out.
My biggest mistake was staying as long as I did, and not following my own advice.
Now, I have a bit of money and a bit of time to think about my next steps.
I am writing a lot. I am volunteering at an organization that I think is important. I tuck my girlfriend in at night and wake up with her at 4AM when she decides to punish herself by going to the gym.
Simply put, I am happy and doing the things that make me happy.
The money will come when I spot a new opportunity.
But today, I am just happy to be back here with all of you.
Gratefully yours,
Christopher
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That's the courage we need to walk out something that we hated and start something we love! Kudos to you and wish you all the best @chrismccron!
Hi, @Kimzwarch!
Thank you! Displaying courage often doesn't "feel good". It was scary, anxiety-provoking, and made me question my capabilities. But in the end, I knew I was making the right decision. I only wish I had done it sooner.
I appreciate your comment. Have a wonderful day! :)
Yes, to step into the unknown usually does not feels good but you are now 'free' from the hated environment and out to the free world to create your own.
Take care and Steem on!
Yippy, yippy hooray. I'm so happy to read one of your posts again. I can so relate to the job situation and how you were feeling. It's so amazing to let it go and move on to happier things. So awesome and welcome back 😀.
Hi, @Jusipassetti! That makes me so happy. I am amazed by the connections we can make through a medium like the internet. To have my presence be missed is a great feeling. I really missed interacting with the great people like you that always showed up for me everyday.
I already have tomorrow's post written up!
Thank you for the warm welcome back. <3
I know exactly what you mean. I've met so many amazing people on this platform.
when you learn to quiet your mind and live in a state of gratitude, the answers will come and you will be inspired to go in the right direction.
Been there, done that. Now I'm doing something that I love to earn a living and Steemit is my new found hobby that I enjoy!
Welcome back!
To be able to go to nowhere in the search for the best is what you can strive for. You're strong. Do not worry and move forward!))
I am already feeling the pull of the current in the right direction. Thank you, @Claudiaz! Good to see you again. :)
Wow! That's a fantastic accomplishment! Congratulations!
Thank you, @Amalinavia! I was hoping that I'd have all the answers before I made a change, but I now know that the day where I have all the answers is never coming.
I'm sure you will find yours soon. Cheers!
Hey. Lookie there. He did find that pencil icon. See. I told you all you had to do was click on it and start writing. 😂
Making the tough decisions like quiting a job are never easy. The sense of liberty and relief afterward are well worth it tho. Being willing to let life unfold as it will is a big step towards wisdom. Having the faith to take such steps only promotes growth, so, bravo, well done.
Life, as is Love, is a process, not a destination. It doesn't, or rather can't "Go" anywhere. You can tho, relax, and enjoy the ride.
Man, that's a lot of comma's.
happy to hear that, be well Chris!
Never say never))
Yes! I did find it! It was tricky to track down, because they hid it on my obviously ;)
Thank you for the advice. Enjoying the ride is a must from here on out.
Happy to be chatting with you again, @Spozone.
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STOPDitto. If I ever get my way and get to a point where I can become a winter Texan, perhaps I'll come stay up in your part of the world for summer. I want to get started building on a tiny home to tow around the countryside mining bitcoin on wifi-hotspots, solar power and tacos.
First off, how do we know you're not a robot? 😉
And I think I can speak for everyone to say that Steemit is very happy to have you back here with us.
So happy you're happy again. Here's to enjoying the next steps on your new WICKED AWESOMESAUCE journey!
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congratulations on taking that step! I have often felt as you do in my own job. It's not terrible, just not fulfilling. Fortunately the job has an end date as it is just on contract, but unfortunately bills still need to get paid, and I'm afraid I'll have to jump into another not so great position just to stay afloat :/ however, i'm contemplating just not working and trying to make my own way. and as someone who has been consistently flaky these past 4 months, totally feel you on taking a break.
THRILLED to have you back :)
Good to have you back @chrismccron :) it is important to make a powerful decision for your well-being. Good to hear you are happy now and that would prove your decision to walk out of that previous job was right all the best in slowly finding your footing again! :)
CONGRATULATIONS are in order!
Tough decision... but sometimes you have to do what you have to do!
Your writing definitely hit a chord with me often and I missed you while you were gone. I'm glad you found the strength you needed to quit that job and find another opportunity!
Hey man; super happy to see you on here again. Hope all is well!
Congratulations @chrismccron! Such an important decision you've made Chris; you should be very proud of yourself :)
Welcome back! I know how hard and how debilitating it is to be in a job/situation you hate. It can be so liberating making the decsion and getting going again. It's why I went AWOL for a few months after I joined Steemit! All the best for your new chapter :)
Thank you! You'll find your way. Balancing your needs with the amount of risk you can healthily assume is the real trick. You're not alone in these feelings! Something is guaranteed to change.
I owe it to all of you for BRINGING me back. So many #steemitbloggers were reaching out to me all the time, so I had to come back to get you all off my case. ;)
Come hell or high water I'll make sure that I remember to never resign myself to a position like that again.
Thank you for helping to welcome me back. :)
My connection with Steemians like you was always such a source of joy! I am back now, so all is well! New opportunities will be knocking down my door soon enough!
It's absolutely wild how heavily a bad job can weigh upon you. I instantly felt better upon leaving.
Thank you! Wishing you success and happiness too!
Aw, thanks. I am proud! It was hard to see it that way at first, but I realize now I needed to be brave and take the leap.
Welcome bro, it's good to see you back again to Steemit community :D
Thank you! I am learning that making a choice to be so (happy) is the first step! All the best to you, too!
hahahaha!!! MWAH!
Thank you! I am so glad to be back!