New Life, New Adventures

Life can present all types of twists and turns and it's up to us in how we deal with them that make us who we are.  I was laid off about a month ago and the process to look for another job (and I do mean job as the word "career" does not exist anymore) can be testing. You look, apply, interview, wait, and wait...and wait. Finally, your moment of truth arrives and, ta-dah!, you're not hired! You have to wonder why: was it really experience (my experience was listed on my resume before I was brought in for the interview), did you just need a certain amount of people to interview, or (wait for it...) did you actually believe in me??? Hmmm...one has to wonder. No matter why you were brought in, use the interview to improve your interview skills and professionalism. Keep your integrity: you may want to lie on your resume or directly to the interviewer--avoid these negative actions. They result in nothing but professional destruction. Ask yourself: am I presenting myself in a way that will  make employers want to hire me? In my profession, what skills and computer programs do I need to promote my ideas and advancements I've found? Look within (yourself) to begin (your new adventure).

Yes, you can be upset that you're position is no more or you can see this time as a new opportunity. You get to have lunch when you want, submit resumes any time of the day, and can have naps on the deck. On your new "stay-cation" remember to pray: just because you're not essentially working doesn't mean that God isn't or has left your side. Relaxing is good but keep it in moderation. Keep pushing for the top with research in advancements in your field. Keep in touch with professional organizations (learn, grow, develop!). Notice the word "keep" is used in the last two sentences--don't let go of  who you are professionally because there seems to be no work.

Prayer is an amazing tool. It's not brought up often in the workplace but its one of the best tools available. The  profession doesn't matter, the person doesn't matter. All that matters is the relationship one has with the Lord. Ask yourself: what am I doing to promote my relationship with Him? Yes, I attend service sometimes and pay my tithes but am I fasting and giving enough of my time for the one who gave His all for me? Am I representing myself to the fullest? Sometimes we can be so dearly wrapped up in making an impression on the boss that we forget who really controls us. We have free will--yes, but it's up to us to KEEP our relationship with Him just as we would our professional contacts, our business deals, our regular lives.

What will you do with the "new adventure"? Will you move forward with prayer, fasting, research and relationship? Will you fulfill your dream of a life long "stay-cation for your flesh's satisfaction? The choice and decision is literally yours...