At first, I have to admit I did get a kick out of all of the Charlie Sheen news. But after weeks of his daily unpredictable behavior I wish he would just go away.
Why do we give someone so crazy and dysfunctional so much air time? Doesn't that just encourage his reckless behavior? Doesn't 20/20 have better things to report on? It says a lot about the priorities of American Society and our media.
The "goddesses" are not even close to anything I would call pretty or attractive. They have no morals or values. Really Bree Olsen? You would marry Charlie Sheen after he has been accused/convicted of assault and battery of at least 2 ex wives? Smart move!
I am glad that Warner Bros. decided to fire him, he deserves it.
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Friday, February 25, 2011
Sunday, January 2, 2011
Change is Possible
I have not written in a while because I started a new job in August. If you recall, I absolutely hated my last job. It was really starting to make me depressed and I could not even get out of bed in the morning. Sunday nights were the worst - I had a pit in my stomach anticipating Monday morning.
One of things that I hate the most is when people complain and do nothing about it. When I first realized I did not like my job I first tried to change my mindset . That worked only temporarily though. I eventually realized that this job was just not the right fit. I was so unhappy that every single day I would apply for as many jobs as I could. I would even apply for jobs that I was slightly under qualified for.
I applied for four months without hearing hardly anything back. I started to think I was stuck there. I even considered going back to the job I had before that one - since that was still an option. Then one day out of the blue I got an email from the General Electric company. I had applied to GE in the past and never heard anything in response. This time they were asking for an interview. I was ecstatic. This gave me so much hope and I had a feeling that it was meant to be. The funny thing is - that same week another company MVP Health care also called me for a interview. It is true - when it rains it pours! Sometimes patience really does pay off!
I ended up interviewing with both companies and I chose to work as a Financial Analyst at GE. So far, this has been the best job that I've ever had. It is funny how you change as you get older. When I was 22 and starting out - I thought I was going to stay within that organization that I started with for the rest of my life. I am an extremely loyal person and when I dedicate myself to something I really commit to it. However, over time I started to realize that I had dedicated myself to a place that did not want to give me what I wanted in return. Basically the return on investment was about zero, maybe even less than zero. I just did not feel like I was going anywhere with my life. I felt like I was floating.
I finally feel like a have a career, not just a job, but an actual career. I am busier than ever and I am challenged everyday - which is a great place to be. Although I have to work extremely hard - I think that is better than sitting around and being bored in a position where I am not sure where I am going to end up.
Now it took me about 6 years to get to this point in my life. I experienced many of ups and downs along the way. I have seen people that are so unhappy but yet they cannot get out of their own way. If you are unhappy, but afraid to make a change how can you expect to ever be happy? I look at jobs as stepping stones rather than a place where I will be forever. If you stay in a position where you are not happy and your employer is not giving you what you want - you should look for something else. When you are willing to make a change - good things can happen. Things you never could even imagine.
Change is possible - you just have to be willing to take a risk. Change can be uncomfortable and scary. However, I've learned in life that if you are feeling uncomfortable with a change or experience - it often means that you are actually growing. I believe we need to keep growing in our lives to stay happy. If you find yourself complacent - it probably means it is time for a change! And if the first change doesn't work or isn't making you happy - make another change! My guess is you will look back and be amazed at where these steps have gotten you. Plus it makes life more exciting! Don't you want good stories to tell your kids and grand kids?
One of things that I hate the most is when people complain and do nothing about it. When I first realized I did not like my job I first tried to change my mindset . That worked only temporarily though. I eventually realized that this job was just not the right fit. I was so unhappy that every single day I would apply for as many jobs as I could. I would even apply for jobs that I was slightly under qualified for.
I applied for four months without hearing hardly anything back. I started to think I was stuck there. I even considered going back to the job I had before that one - since that was still an option. Then one day out of the blue I got an email from the General Electric company. I had applied to GE in the past and never heard anything in response. This time they were asking for an interview. I was ecstatic. This gave me so much hope and I had a feeling that it was meant to be. The funny thing is - that same week another company MVP Health care also called me for a interview. It is true - when it rains it pours! Sometimes patience really does pay off!
I ended up interviewing with both companies and I chose to work as a Financial Analyst at GE. So far, this has been the best job that I've ever had. It is funny how you change as you get older. When I was 22 and starting out - I thought I was going to stay within that organization that I started with for the rest of my life. I am an extremely loyal person and when I dedicate myself to something I really commit to it. However, over time I started to realize that I had dedicated myself to a place that did not want to give me what I wanted in return. Basically the return on investment was about zero, maybe even less than zero. I just did not feel like I was going anywhere with my life. I felt like I was floating.
I finally feel like a have a career, not just a job, but an actual career. I am busier than ever and I am challenged everyday - which is a great place to be. Although I have to work extremely hard - I think that is better than sitting around and being bored in a position where I am not sure where I am going to end up.
Now it took me about 6 years to get to this point in my life. I experienced many of ups and downs along the way. I have seen people that are so unhappy but yet they cannot get out of their own way. If you are unhappy, but afraid to make a change how can you expect to ever be happy? I look at jobs as stepping stones rather than a place where I will be forever. If you stay in a position where you are not happy and your employer is not giving you what you want - you should look for something else. When you are willing to make a change - good things can happen. Things you never could even imagine.
Change is possible - you just have to be willing to take a risk. Change can be uncomfortable and scary. However, I've learned in life that if you are feeling uncomfortable with a change or experience - it often means that you are actually growing. I believe we need to keep growing in our lives to stay happy. If you find yourself complacent - it probably means it is time for a change! And if the first change doesn't work or isn't making you happy - make another change! My guess is you will look back and be amazed at where these steps have gotten you. Plus it makes life more exciting! Don't you want good stories to tell your kids and grand kids?
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