Big Life Changes Are Scary, But Necessary

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I’ve been complaining lately about my job. My hours suck, my employees suck. I’ve stuck with it though, knowing that I have an end goal in sight. That’s what got me through each and every day.

My problem is that I do not like change.

At all.

In order to hit my long term goal without making any changes would mean being pretty miserable for the next two years, seven months. I wouldn’t be able to accomplish a whole lot besides saving money, and I would be exhausted just making it through.

Then, this past week, an opportunity fell from the sky and landed in my lap. I almost didn’t take it because I don’t like change. I stick to what I’m comfortable with, even if that means I’m miserable.

That’s crazy though. I know this. I’ve told countless employees, if you’re not happy, leave. But that’s pretty hypocritical of me since I myself am miserable.

So I bit the bullet and am making the change.

I’m switching jobs to one that will pay roughly the same, but with a lot less hours. Why?

I’m taking a look at what’s important to me.

This new job will allow me to work on my writing and spend time in my garden. I will have time with my husband when I’m not exhausted and cranky. All of the…