Left My Well-Established Career to Seek My Passion
The Weight of a Dream in a World of Uncertainty
Every day, as I wander the corridors of LinkedIn, my heart sinks. In every moment, there looms a poignant testament to the times — a story of joblessness staring back at me, haunting the very essence of our modern existence. Today, a post from someone unemployed for a year and a half struck a dissonant chord deep within me.
In these turbulent times, when even the most seasoned professionals struggle to find work, I find myself tethered to a choice that haunts me. I chose to take time off. Yes, my husband’s counsel played a role in this decision, and often, the temptation to ascribe blame to him lingers, should the outcome be less than favorable.
Yet, in the sanctum of my introspection, I recognize that this was ‘MY’ choice — my solitary, harrowing decision.
Can you fathom the weight of such a decision? The ceaseless cascade of questions that plague my consciousness:
- Am I making an irrevocable mistake?
- Will I lose the edge that once defined me?
- What if I forget the art of the game?
- With each passing day, am I falling irretrievably behind?
These doubts echo like an incessant alarm within my psyche, a relentless cacophony that knows no respite. I am fortunate to have a supportive partner, a steadfast anchor who implores me to focus on my passions. Yet, the daily tales of struggle I witness instill a profound terror within me. The fear of being left behind is a relentless specter.
Yet, amid this confusion, a quiet voice within whispers that if I remain steadfast to my passions, I may leap ahead. But is now, in this fractured world, the opportune moment to test such a precarious theory? The days when a sabbatical was a badge of honor, a celebrated journey of self-discovery, have long since vanished. Now, desperation taints every corner of our professional lives.
After a decade-long tenure in the unforgiving world of IT, I now embark on the uncharted waters of writing, devoid of formal education in it or a proven track record of success. Coupled with a three-year hiatus from social media, it feels as if I am navigating a tightrope suspended over an abyss, deprived of a safety net.
I do not possess all the answers, but I am certain of this: I have been bestowed with an opportunity that many can only dream of. And I shall not let it slip away. I will invest my heart, my soul, and every fiber of my being into this chance because those who believe in me deserve nothing less than my utmost dedication.
To those who are struggling, I offer a beacon of hope. Find your strength within, for in this unforgiving world, resilience is a necessity. Success favors the bold, those who dare to seize what they rightfully deserve.
I am no longer content to wait on the sidelines. I am here to carve my legacy, to fight for my dreams. And nothing — neither fear nor doubt nor the chaotic maelstrom of the world — shall impede my resolve.
“The struggle you’re in today is developing the strength you need for tomorrow.” — Robert Tew
