Success & Failure Often Go Hand in Hand

I am terrified. I used to be too proud to admit this about myself. I would always say I can do anything, piece of cake. And while this confidence is important to have, it is also important to recognize when you are frightened about something. I think it gives you the opportunity to really prepare yourself for any new endeavor you are about to step into.

Continuing with this position might be another life lesson I need to go through right now, something I need to get out of my system. Even as I write this, I think this might be very true because I have another part of myself that is also pulling at me. One that entails more life changing decisions and I think part of the reason I feel the need to stay where I am at right now is that I need some sense of stability in my life right now. There have been one too many drastic and traumatic changes recently that my spirit just needs a break, I believe.

So for now, until I am completely sure of my next move I am sticking with this new position. For now it offers me an incredibly challenging and completely different experience in the working field. It is opening my mind and eyes to a whole new world, one that exists outside the typical 9 to 5pm job and is giving me the chance to see what I’m truly made of under pressure; in a situation where you truly are on your own to bring home your paycheck.

So now I know I am going forward with this position:

You must check your ego at the door, you must become a sponge, you must realize that you are only human and be kind to yourself when you make mistakes. You must know that you are where you are for a reason.

If I fail or if I succeed, this experience is something I feel I need right now. In the past, I used to be afraid to tell someone I failed, but now, I know in my heart that if I do, I won’t feel ashamed. I will feel good that I even tried at all. It takes courage, strength, and belief in yourself to try something so completely different than anything you’ve ever done before. Some people dream their whole life of working up the courage to do such a thing. I have taken the leap. I have taken the risk and this makes me feel completely alive. Wish me luck.

Best wishes and blessings to all.

Joie Schmidt © Copyright 2007 All Rights Reserved.

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Dreams of the Heart – volume I by Joie Schmidt is available:

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• Tie a Knot and Hang On
• Clear Away the Clutter
• The Brighter Side of Life
• Appreciate and Give Thanks
• The Inspiring Independent Artist
• The Infinite Power of Compliments
• You Can Overcome Any Challenge  
• Goals and Thoughts Manifest Your Reality
• Believe Cheer and Always Be Your Best Friend

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