A question-

O.k. I have never used my blog to take a poll for my personal life, but I have a question for you all ( yes, all 4 of you). I'd really appreciate some input. I just got home from a job interview and I really want to take a nap. Is that a bad sign?? I am thinking of taking this new job, part time. The thing is, I think I wish I didn't need to. Or is it just nerves? I don't know. I literally have heartburn just thinking about it. Maybe it is just change causing that uncomfortable feeling? Have any of you had that? Not being excited but kinda dreading  having to change your life. I don't want to let "them" down, but I don't know if I will be happy in the long run. ( I tend to look at everything in the long run- if there isn't a long run, I tend not to participate- )
Really- I want to hear from you...
Sincerely,
Confused and Heartburn in Pasadena

Comments

[kari~*]

well sweetie, you know what Ian would say "working is for suckers" I hope your feeling better today =)

[Tyn]

thanks babe- I am - and Ian is right!

[Mike Conger]

Gentle Reader,

I say take the nap!! (Wait, what am I voting on here?)

Your comments are a bit cryptic, making me think you might want to really decide this on your own. Would journaling help in that way? I think if you settle yourself, you might be better able to see the answer.

However, conversation might be what helps you think it through. Let's talk!

ps: I've felt that scary feeling with change before. I used to feel it at the start of each school year, as well. It might overpower my excitement, but the excitement is always there - or I wouldn't want to do it. Does that help?

[Tyn]

Mike-
Yes it does. And the nap did too! I am much more settled,and it took me some time but I finally sorted it out. It just isn't the right place for me.
Thanks for the kind words.

[Carrie]

completely late... but my gut reaction to reading your post was don't take the gig (and you didn't, but I felt the need to share, anyway... lucky you ;)). If you aren't true to the "real you" it manifests itself in frustration, heartburn and naps. I swear. It's hard being a people pleaser... but in the end, you have to know what your boundaries are and when to say "no, thank you" when your plate is full :) (gawd, if I could just take my own advice... bah).
Keep arting and blogging. :)