Happiness in the Moment, Hope for the Future.

posted 25th January 2010    Written by: Robyn    CATEGORY: All Posts, Quarterlife Crisis, Robyn, Season 1

It’s hard to believe that this is my last blog.

I have been blogging for Stratejoy for six months now, and the time has flown by despite tons of changes.

Writing a weekly blog has really helped me put things into perspective. I started writing for Molly at a time when I was completely unhappy with my work situation.  I was bored, lost, unchallenged, and confused about what I should do to fix things.

After much encouragement from friends and family and after plenty of long brainstorming and researching sessions, I decided I could do it—I could leave my crappy corporate job and figure out a plan for myself later.

Sure, I have made gutsy moves like this before.  I’m no stranger to dropping everything in order to travel or try something new, but this was probably one of the more gutsy moves I have ever made. Not only was I dropping a steady job in the middle of an economic downturn, but also dropping my only source of income despite being a new homeowner and having no immediate plan of action once I walked out of my office doors.

I can honestly say it was the best decision I have ever made.

There were definitely times when I questioned whether I had done the right thing or made the smartest choice, but I managed to make ends meet.  I picked up freelance work and odd jobs while attempting to piece together my next move.  I took time to travel and explore and find new inspirations in a different part of the world.

I definitely dealt with my fair share of raised eyebrows and perplexed looks, but I never let those things lead me to question my decisions or myself.

I tried to keep in mind that my ultimate goal was to find happiness in the moment and hope and inspiration for the future.  I truly believe that there are millions of ways to reach that ultimate point of happiness and satisfaction, and I think I have learned that it’s very different for each person.

I am definitely on the right path, but I still have plenty of things to figure out.  Most importantly though, I am positive that I have figured out the right attitude needed to be happy with life—even with all the ups and downs, and that’s my biggest accomplishment yet. I’m sure the rest will fall into place as long as I continue on with that attitude.

At the current moment, I am considering going back to school.  I have a couple meetings set up this week in order to learn more about some programs I am interested in.  Not sure what will come of it or what direction I may end up going, but I’m confident I will know what’s right for me…

The hard part is just finding it!

In the meantime, I did something crazy.  I booked a 2-week trip to San Juan, Puerto Rico.  I leave in a week.  It’s a 26th birthday present to myself.  I just can’t get enough sunshine…

[Robyn-- It's been an amazing journey and I thank you for sharing your trials and tribulations with us over the last 6 months.  You've made some big changes and taken some gutsy moves to carve out a path that is authentic and joyful.  So proud!  So inspired!  So on your side!  I just wanted to take a quick moment to say Thank You.  From all of us, Thank You.  And best of luck as you dive into your next journey!  Keep us in the loop...  Love,  Molly]

photo-credit:  m-c

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3 Responses to “Happiness in the Moment, Hope for the Future.”

  • Heather Rae Says:
    January 25th, 2010 at 10:02 am

    Robyn, I have loved reading your posts! Thanks so much for sharing over the past several months. I’m in a similar situation (walking away from a job and security in search for something better). I know the craziness of it all, and I commend you for taking such a bold step and continuing to follow your passions – wherever they may lead you. :) All the best!

  • Sage Says:
    January 25th, 2010 at 9:19 pm

    Robyn,

    It has definitely been an inspiration following you these past few months. It takes a lot of courage, ingenuity, and drive to take the path you did. Many people choose to spend their whole lives working for the man. I have always believed that people have options. Sometimes they are too scared to take them and sometimes they don’t believe they have any at all.

    My Dad told me a story once about riding the train to work everyday for 30 years. He said that one day there was this young guy who got on the train, dressed nicely, shaved, hair brushed. He looked very put together and excited. From that day on my Dad saw the same guy on the train and day after day and year after year the guy would look less and less like he cared. His hair might be messy, he would look like he just woke up..clothes wrinkled. He slowly was turned into just another worker going to a corporate job everyday just to pay the bills. Same routine, same job, same everything. Although he didn’t mean it to be, it was the saddest story I had ever heard.

    I am glad that you broke your own cycle. I hope that other people reading your blog can find some inspiration to go their own way as well.

    Good luck!

    Michelle

  • Christina Says:
    January 30th, 2010 at 4:39 pm

    Robyn, I am so proud of all of your accomplishments so far. Your sense of adventure us so inspiring! I think you are such a balanced person; you really get that life is about finding ways to make yourself happy. You will always be able to make ends meet because you are talented and resourseful, but keep travelling, and keep finding ways to enjoy your wonderful life!

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