My name is Vanessa. I’m a 26-year-old college graduate, (finally!) and I have absolutely no clue as to how to ‘get my life started’. What does that saying even mean, really? I get up every morning, have at least one cup of coffee, and go about what I do every day. I work for a company that I’m not entirely enthralled with, but I’m thankful that I have a job and that I’m kind of like my own boss. I’m searching for the correct place in which to begin my career, which is an enlightening process to say the least. I fill my spare time with reading books that I enjoy, (the Harry Potter series currently – it’s obligatory. The Cursed Child comes out in 2 weeks) and spending as much time as possible with my family. I live with my boyfriend of 2 years and help him take care of his disabled grandmother. I help to make sure that we have groceries, that the house is clean, and that the laundry is done.
My life is ‘started’. The real question that I think I’m shying away from is: “How do I want to change my life?” Let’s face it. No one really loves change. And we all want an actual easy button. But, if I’m in the position of asking how to get my life started then there’s a good indication that I’m not happy with at least one aspect of my life. So, instead of pretending that what is currently going on in my life isn’t ‘real life’, I evaluated what it is that I am not happy with and intend to change it. It’s as simple as that, but not always as simple to implement. I get it. My current job situation is not ideal, but it does give me the means to an end. Knowing that I am not happy with my job, however, I am searching for a new and more fulfilling role. That being said, I have no idea as to whether or not the ways in which I am networking and applying for open positions is the correct way. The only way for me to find out is to continue to put myself out there and strive for a chance to prove to organizations that I want to be a part of that I am an extremely valuable employee. All I need is the right chance, and in order for that chance to come along I have to work hard to be acknowledged.
Just because my life isn’t at the point I’m striving to reach does not mean that it isn’t started. I love my life and every person who is a part of it. They are wonderful and supportive of me going after my aspirations. Routine can be beneficial, but it can also become detrimental. From a page I found on goodreads, “If you’re not changing, evolving with the times, there’s a pretty good chance that you’re stagnant, dying, already dead, or just a rock in someone’s shoe” and nobody wants a rock in their shoe.
Thank you for reading into my thoughts!
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