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Life Is Awesome » Blog Archive » New Blog Crushes — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 13:42:54 +0000

[...] found an interesting post from a girl who gives a rundown of her work history, which similar to mine includes a variety of jobs with the only similarity being the consistency of [...]

By: LiLu

LiLu — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 21:03:05 +0000

You have something most people don’t:

The entire internet pulling for you.

And that we are, love muffin. That we are.

By: Kiera

Kiera — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 18:39:56 +0000

Hmmm. Interesting. I’ve never been on of those people who has their identity rooted into their occupation. I think is because I was the person in college who didn’t have to work. ( I’m still currently in school).

I have felt like my life held no purpose due to lack of direction. Questioning myself about what it was I wanted to do with my life beyond school left me lost. Some days I’m still at a lost. I’m a little better off now in knowing where I want to be x amount of years, but how do get there? How can what I do for a living get me to where I want to be – this is question I’ve been asking myself a lot lately.

By: Rachel @ MWF Seeking BFF

Rachel @ MWF Seeking BFF — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 14:42:32 +0000

If what you love is teaching, if it’s what defines you, could you maybe volunteer in that capacity for a bit? Just enough so you feel fulfilled? Or you could combine two of your passions–yoga and teaching–and do yoga teacher training! Now I think I’m just trying to live vicariously through you (how I’d love to ditch the cube and become a yoga teacher) but still, having an activity that you love to keep you busy when you’re not job searching will at least fulfill the passion part, if not (unfortunately) the pay…

By: Nilsa @ SoMi Speaks

Nilsa @ SoMi Speaks — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 13:33:19 +0000

Interesting conclusions, Amy. I think I’m different from most. In my 20s, I made a very purposeful decision NOT to define myself by my job. It was at that point that I quit working the super-high paying, fast track to the top job that required me to travel 4 days a week, work 17-hour days and be available some weekends. For me, it’s all about balance. My profession is part of who I am, but I definitely do not define myself by what I do. I’m way too dynamic to be that one-sided. You are, too. =)

By: Mom

Mom — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 05:57:42 +0000

Oh sweetie I feel your pain! I am without a job now too, even though I was told I am Par excellent!!!
I have worked forever and feel so lost!
I am anxious to see what my future job will be be.
Love you so much!!!!

By: Jamie

Jamie — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 05:15:52 +0000

I think we all spend a lot of time associating our identity with “what we do.” And, this is all well and fine when what we’re doing is something we want to be defined as. But, the second we are out of work, we tend to believe now we don’t have an identity, or a place in the world.

It’s something I’m working on disassociating myself from. I’m more than what I do. As cheesy as it is, I’m who I am, not the title on my business card. And so are you, loves.

By: Catherine

Catherine — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 04:58:12 +0000

Hi Amy, It’s Catherine from Wonder. I just read your blog, and ohmygosh you are SUCH a talented writer! Glad I will be able to follow you via blog. And the Audrey Hepburn quote is precious.

By: Suburban Sweetheart

Suburban Sweetheart — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 03:09:36 +0000

Amy, Amy, Amy. You’re smart & charismatic & dedicated, & you will not be unemployed for long. You don’t need a title – but you will find something to do, some way to contribute & take part & give back & learn. And when you’re not working, find other activities that allow you to do those things – hobbies or volunteering or more writing. Whatever fulfills you.

In my dad’s words, “Press on regardless.” You’re so much more than you think you are. <3

By: Carolina

Carolina — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 22:47:26 +0000

I definitely can empathize with the feeling of struggling with the idea of not having a job – therefore not having an “identity.” I haven’t had a job in over a year – over a year! I have been working since I was 11 in various different jobs and this is the first time since the middle of HS that I haven’t had a job. I struggle with it all the time. I feel silly for saying this, but this is a huge mental hang up for me – not having a job and feeling that joblessness now defines me. Oy.

Good luck to you – all my best wishes and warm thoughts to you. There is an amazing job out there waiting for you, and I know, cliche cliche optimistic cheesy overload but, this is just a small hurdle and I have no doubt you’re going to love and thrive in this new journey

All my best and all my love <3

Carolina