The Art of Failing
- thetipsyrealist
- Dec 18, 2018
- 2 min read
Ever feel like you really pissed off the universe somehow? Yeah, me too... and I've been trying to make amends for the last 5 years! lol
In all seriousness, I've had my fair share of accomplishments and blessings. HOWEVER, when it comes to my career and professional life, things have not really fell into place like I thought they would after college.
If there is anyone who knows the struggle of finding your niche and the right job, it's me. Since undergrad, I was told by counselors and career advisors that my personality type and skill set would suit a million different careers... but the problem about having a million options is that you feel even further from a concrete answer. A wise person once told me, "when you want everything, you get nothing". You need a specific vision to work towards and to ask the universe for, otherwise the power of intention will not be on your side.
Sounds easy right? Pick your passion and run... but wait, which passion?!? When you're as indecisive as I am and have multiple passions, how do you know which path is for you? I'm here to tell you, not one person on this planet is going to be able to tell you... and if you happen to find someone who thinks they can, they're lying to you. #Sorrynotsorry
So with no magic wand, no crystal ball, and absolutely NO fairy godmother to assist me in foreseeing my future, my only alternative has been to fail. Fail, and fail, and fail again. Did I mention failing? lol I know it sounds horrible, but I honestly believe despite my tears and frustration, there is beauty in the art of failing. I have worked in different fields, attempted to learn about many diverse traits, and studied various subjects. Each new area has given me a fresh perspective and I feel has led me closer and closer to figuring out what I'm truly meant to be doing.
Did I ever think after all my years of education and at the ripe age of 31 years old I would still be trying to find my "big girl" job, absolutely NOT... But hey, things don't always go according to your 5, 10, 20 year plan. What I have realized is that maybe all this trial and error has been necessary in order to be the absolute best version of myself for my future endeavors. When I finally do stumble upon a job I love and am successful at, I know I will appreciate it so much because of the hardships it took to get there.
I'm here to tell you, it's so easy to give up, I have several times, but dust yourself off and keep trying! No one knows what you are capable of except YOU! You are a walking advertisement for yourself, carry yourself as such and do it with pride. Don't be afraid to practice the art of failing, in the end you'll only regret the things you didn't do!
XOXO-M
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