Unnecessary concern

In the last few weeks I’ve gotten more questions about my job and future plans. Everyone else seems more concerned with what I’m going to do than I am. I’m just trying to take one day at a time. The days, weeks and months are just flying by and I’m still trying to settle in.

I may be overqualified for my position. My skills may be underused. But shouldn’t that be my concern? I’m wondering why everyone else seems more concerned about it than I am.

I’m trying to take my time, give things a chance, and see where they go. I really don’t want to rush into another position until I’m comfortable and know where it’s going. Things need to be just right before I make any moves.

The great thing is that my current position gives me time, lots of time. My work stays at work and I have time to see my girls, go out with friends (have I mentioned how full my social calendar is? a free weekend has been rare these last few months.), and most importantly, I can work on all my YV/Variety activities. I’m on four planning committees – two events done, third done in a week – plus at least a couple more events/committees in the fall.

All these activities and events, I couldn’t be happier.

Everyone’s lives and paths are different. I just don’t want anyone using mine as an excuse. Things may be a little more financially difficult, but it hasn’t stopped me from doing things, from going out. I may have to think a second about an activity, but all it means is that I’m doing things that really mean something to me.

I’m about to turn 32 in 3 1/2 months, I’m not a kid anymore. I may feel like one most of the time, but I’m not; that ship has sailed. I’ve taken responsibility for my actions and I do the things that are going to make me happy. In the end, that’s all that matters: doing what makes you happy.

So question yourself, question your choices and life. Not mine. If I’m not questioning it, no need for someone else to do it for me.