"In twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you did't do"
Mark Twain

Gonebush said...


Having spent the last week digging post holes and putting in a fence, I am well aware that things could be a whole lot worse.

you must be doing it wrong.

rockdrill, aircompressor, powergel, detcord,

makes the job both fun and easy


stephen

Maybe, although in my experience the ones who don't care much don't go too far. You know what? You don't sound like someone who doesn't care.

And if you're working hard and getting crushed by the people around you ( maybe a supervisor or boss who doesn't care) then get out when you can afford it.

^^^^^^^ Well said!

Is natural to seek happiness in anything in life, especially your work, where so much time is spent.

If you’re not happy, move on........... it’s really that simple. When you’re old and grey, you won’t wish that you meaninglessly suffered more than necessary. Suffering with meaning is a totally different thing. Yet I can understand your quandary on what to do, and which way to go. Your mind will lead you all over the earth in the search for happiness.

Your mind will promise you happiness in new things, like a new shirt, a new relationship, a pay rise, a job with good conditions. Yet when we acquire these things our minds at some point move on to a new thing that represents happiness. Maybe we get bored with the new thing or we just change our mind about how important they really are when hindsight becomes available.

Your heart on the other hand is a part of you that may speak less loudly. It’s a part of us that is quietly confident that it knows best for us, so it doesn’t need to shout for attention. It’s not reckless and will not lead you anywhere unsafe, or anywhere you don’t want to go. It cares not for the cars, houses, jobs or promises of a better life in something outside of our selves. It wants what you truly want, and couldn’t give a rip about what other people think.

Quiet your mind the best you can and listen to your heart. If you feel frustrated or confused, this is your mind trying to run the show, as it does. Be patient with yourself. You’ll know what to do.

There are, unfortunately, very, very few people who truly love there job; who can't wait for the next thrilling day at their chosen vocation. The vast, vast majority of people work simply to finance the rest of their lives. If that's you, welcome to "normal".

For the last 6 years, I have been fortunate to really enjoy my work. The last 2 or 3 have been the best years ever, both with the colleagues, and money. I work from home a little bit, and when I go into the office, it is with a great bunch of blokes / engineers. Ever single person in there agrees it is the best place to work, with excellent culture. There's never any anger or attitude... No blame culture.

I know I will be able to have beers with these guys, and discuss the projects we did... When we are old!

togalog said...
A roof that doesnt leak a reliable car and fridge full of food . 2boards 2 sails 50 k a year 3 day weekend. Took 30 years to forget about the must have flash car and double enSuite crap. Time and freedom is more important.hit up your boss to reduce your hours and get back to your family and yourself, Lifes short.I lost a wife to illness some years ago and would have gladly lived in a tent to have gained more memories with her"

Couldn't agree more. ;-)