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what has ended recently in your life, or what new thing has just begun?

Kevin Rodrigues
Aug 27, 2017 · 2 min read

Sometimes I wonder why we think of life in such a linear fashion. Why people automatically default to the path towards and (hopefully) up some sort of corporate ladder or equivalent.

The more I consider the exercise, the more futile it seems. The changes I’ve experienced may have affected my pursuit of success, but they’ve changed me much more in totally separate ways.

Change begets reflection. Or at least I think it should. and in reflection, I’ve found a new understanding of the carpe diem cliche.

I knew I didn’t want to live stagnantly throughout my twenties. It felt too standard. It felt like I would miss out on substantial self-discovery. and moving has proven to be the vehicle I’ve used to improve my overall awareness. I’ve become myself in these transitions. I haven’t always followed through on the challenging things. I still sleep in. I don’t always read as much as I’d like. and I need to get back into shape. But I have instilled in myself a more complete guide for completing these things. I’ve become more deliberate in my everyday.

It’s too early to tell what the latest jump back to Ontario is teaching me. I know it will give way to something, we are just waiting on time to tell.

Perhaps I’ll recognize some professional change. I don’t think I ever had a real handle on success, especially relative to other people, until quite recently. The shift is exciting. I get to cheer on my peers, work hard, challenge myself, and continue to build on the best parts of my life. A new environment has rekindled the mandate to create. and create always, no matter what.

Here’s to you Waterloo, and to chasing a passion, a cause, and your goals.

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