Nope, not in reference to the same thing that Freestyle was talking about. I'm talking about -- what else? -- the four-letter word starting with a W and ending with a K.
Just when I was recently promoted, here comes the signs that're telling me that it's not about the destination, it's about a journey.
Sure, I hear it all the time...
Ok wait, I take that back, I do hear that all the time about TRAVELING, but not about careers. Nowadays, everyone is just in a friggin' rush to be someone, to be something, to make an impact, to earn a lot, to be out there and successful. But I can't help but see all the people I look up to -- they didn't do it overnight. They're so good at what the do because they worked their way up. Their years and years of experience is what makes them so good! So why am I pressuring myself to be at their level in a span of three years when it took them ten years to get there?
Then here comes Chris Lindner, professional sport climber, to further impress upon me how the journey matters so much to him. He goes around the world with a personal mission to spread word about rock climbing and the benefits of being a rock climber -- both to oneself and to the world around us. Nevermind if he doesn't always get the mesage across, but at least he learns many things along the way, which builds his character and will likely equip him for future encounters, and eventually lead to the fulfillment of his mission, as slowly as it may take.
Then there's Father Nonette, the parish priest in Mapayapa Village I, last Sunday, touching on one my favorite topics in Stephen Covey's Seven Habits -- blocking time for the "big rocks". He reminds us to not lose sight of what's important in life, like moments spent with family and friends, and to remember that all it takes is a little bit of prioritization.
Not that I'm feeling work is getting in the way. I'm not saying that just yet, because I'm still able to find ways to do the things I love. But I just can't help but wonder, What's all the rush about? What am I running after? Is it all about racing to the finish line? Carpe diem, they say. But even that is subject to one's perspective. You can "seize the day" to advance your career, or "seize the day" to maximize the time you can invest on the things you truly love.
I can't get myself to choose between the two extremes right now. Count on me to position myself in the "safe" in-between zone. The only thing I know now is that I'm not hearing any reasons to rush, and I'm more than happy to take my time, to stop and smell the sampaguitas (roses stink), to let all the sceneries and little learnings sink in.
Maybe my mind will change in a year. Maybe it will change in a week. But this is it for now.
Hmmm interesting. :D basahin ko nga. :D
ReplyDeleteHahahaha. Oo nga naman. :D
ReplyDeleteHmmm.. best of luck Ate Ina! pero more than that, enjoy! :)
ReplyDeletehay nako. it makes sense. my problem is that I'm so bloody impatient. and am such a worrier about the future. but maybe I really should just chill and breathe. take. my. time. SLOW.
ReplyDeletebut am stupidly restless! easier typed than done...
a little bit of prioritization. yeah, focus. one thing at a time. will try to incorporate that somehow.
hay buhay.
"safe" in-between zone
ReplyDeleteI don't know how it fully works and I'm still trying to figure it out sometimes . . . "The Middle-Way". There is no ultimate goal and your only thoughts are right on where you are. This actually helps in making your next move your strongest. Also there is no failure because everything you do is never at it's end.
I'm with you there, Ina. Take it slow....the rush, for the most part, is for something imagined. The sampaguitas are indeed fragrant.
ReplyDeleteoi, congrats about the promotion!! libre! hehe
ReplyDeletehey, at least you know the things you truly love.... wonder when/if i would ever see that day when i realize that what i'm doing is something that i truly love..
haha. it is. sometimes even if you yourself want to slowdown, the world around you won't permit it! and all you can do is roll with the punches....
ReplyDeletewell my week is almost over and next week we're FINALLY going to china! after two years of waiting!!!!
Hmmmm. But then this is something I think about also. There are some people who really go after they want, and I mean they strive SO hard to get there, so it's really a success or failure game. And if you fail, yes, it sucks, but if you succeed, that feeling is just SO much sweeter, something they won't be able to describe in words.
ReplyDeleteSometimes I just also feel like I'm always in the middle all the time. And if that's the case, how will I ever taste that kind of sweet success? ;)
Whoa.....seryoso. Kadiri. Hahaha. Kailangan ng beer dito.
Haha yes. You should know, right? :) You always seem to be having the grandest adventures! Sarap!
ReplyDeleteThanks :)
I love climbing....that's all I know...but I don't think it's something I can make a living out of :P
ReplyDeleteBut yes, I'm happy I have it. Always counting my blessings. You will find yours, too :)