I’ve decided lately to start looking out for and heeding to signs. Sorry to throw the general random at you but allow me to explain.
A couple of weeks ago, my old boss sent a text saying there was a part time Sales Admin position opening up, would I be interested? Straight-forward desk job with mundane yet critical to the business responsibilities.
No chance to work from home, though.
Four hours a day, the job could be done while lying on a bed of nails. Why say no to relaxing acupuncture?
Yet, it was four hours that would eat into creative projects. Not only would it steal time but also my mental and emotional capacity.
And before making a decision to take the job, I had to think about what was I feared the most:
- Failing at becoming a writer
- Surrendering to the corporate world because that was easier than dealing with the fear of failing as a writer
Sense the fear? Not much sleep was happening that week.
Sydney’s Fringe Comedy Festival has started and to show my support (totes complete with solo fangirl Mexican wave), I went to see my comedian friend, Jennifer Wong’s show, “Feel the Fear and Fear It Anyway”
I wasn’t going to go but then I thought about my lookout for signs. They don’t provide any straight-up answers but there’s the possibility of seeing things in a different perspective.
If Jen could talk about fear through comedy, I needed to hear about it.
So there we were in a shipping container cum stand up comedy venue with a stage and spotlights. Things were a little tight and claustrophobic in there but that all became peripheral once Jen came on stage.
Her accounts were raw and honest. I actually hadn’t known that side to her which reminded me of that great quote:
There’s a kind of bizarre comfort knowing that you’re not the only one. Ultimately when it comes to the roller coaster that be fear, we’re all just trying to hang on. Get through to the other side.
I turned down the job and last week started a creative writing course. Wish me luck. Or show me a sign.
Do you look out for signs? Been on the roller coaster lately? Fan of stand up comedy?
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I’m a strong believer in going with our gut feeling Grace and think we ultimately know (deep down) what’s right for us.
Deb
Good luck!
I’m not sure if it’s a sign but I wrote about how to build a bridge to reach your goals today. I used writing as an example. Is that a sign?
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All the best for chasing your dream and making it a reality!
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Good luck with your creative writing course! And yes, I love stand up comedy!
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Enjoy that writing course! I would much rather that than the alternative x
I think the fear itself is a sign of wanting to do something. I too have been on the lookout for signs and with the recent changes that are coming up, I’m scared and excited all at once and believe that that in itself is a sign 🙂
Happy writing Grace! Hope it all goes well xx
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I think signs are something we seek to confirm what we already think and feel. Not the other way around. Even so, that’s a good thing. Just a little reassurance that we’re on the right path!
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Ditto what Amy said!
All the best with that. It’s always good to follow your instincts.
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I have been feeling some very strong signs recently. I don’t think I’ve had any in a while, and now they’ve come flying in. For now, I’m focusing on finishing my uni semester & getting through my last busy period at work for the year, and then…then, I get to do MY things. I don’t want to half to them and for once not doing them RIGHT NOW is actually ok with me.
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Sounds like you made the right choice Grace!
I’ve had no choice but to live with fear in the last year. It’s been very confronting for an already anxious person, but I’m definitely becoming more resilient as a result. Hmmm…resilient as a result…try saying that after a few wines. Anyway, I digress, I LOVE watching stand-up, but I’ve never been to a live show! Have to do something about that. Good luck with your creative writing course! Sounds exciting and like you made the right choice xo
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YES! To saying NO. I could just imagine you spending your time sitting in that ‘old’ Grace environment wishing you were anywhere but there.
FEAR has been my guide (!) and I’ve not been too appreciative let me tell you but I am S L O W L Y learning to let it be.
One word I am slowly learning to replace fear/anxiety with is EXCITED.
They ‘feel’ the same inside my gut but one takes me on a positive track ….
So, about the course…can you ‘let it evolve’ and not get caught up in the results.
I do wish you well. I really do!!
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I know its a cliche but life is short Grace. You have to do what makes you happy! Follow your dreams. We only get one shot at this thing called life. Love that you chose to follow your heart x
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Big fan of stand up – but also, realistically, a part time sales admin job you could pick up at any time…so no need to stress that one…
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I’m pleased you followed your heart and faced off your fear. Yay you!
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The fact that you didn’t take the job is a sign, a sign that you believe in yourself and your passion, I saw a quote the other day… it said,
The elevator to success is out of order. You will have to use the stairs, one step at a time.
Let’s get climbing, I’m right behind you! xx
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You have to take brave steps to be true to yourself sometimes and I’m pleased to hear that’s the path you have taken. Go you!
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I’m big on signs, and it’s funny how sometimes you don’t see them until you admit some hard truths to yourself, and they they are everywhere! This week has been a bit like that after Tuesday’s blog post and getting a few things off my chest. It feels good to finally admit how I’ve been feeling, and now I keep seeing things that I know I wouldn’t have been open to until I did.
I’m sorry I haven’t stopped by to your beautiful space much this year, I’ve been really been struggling and only now am feeling like I’m starting to emerge from the fog. I’m in a much better head space and it feels great. And at the top of my list is catching up on everyone’s blogs that I’ve been missing, including yours xx
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I think your sign reads GRACE IS AMAZING!
Well done on you doing you X
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I personally think you made the right choice Grace. I’ve spent the last couple of years dealing with similar fears so I understand your dilemma. You will rock this and you will make your writing dreams come true x
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Well done on backing yourself as you walk down a different path. My signs are all mixed up at the moment, so waiting for a neon light to flash in front of my face!