So I jumped on the bandwagon. I'm 100% choleric. But I'm not surprised. This comment: "Unsatisfied by the ordinary, you are reaching for an epic, extraordinary life. You want the best. The best life. The best love. The best reputation.", describes me to a T. I'm finishing my degree program this year (Pray for me y'all), and I want the best, I'm just not sure running a lab in academia is my passion anymore.
They (actually I don't know who "they" is) say that you only live once and I want to live my life to the fullest. I want to be passionate about my career and enjoy the challenges that it brings. Basic science research gives me this challenge but instead of enjoying it, I feel a war-torn and battle-weary. I do know that when I mentor undergrads or even explain my work to elementary school children, I get a buzz of excitement when I see their eyes light up with interest. I know that I need to work more with the community. So I'm thinking Science Policy with a focus on diplomacy. But there's still part of me that loves science and the possiblity of conducting research that will one day lead to a cure for cancer or HIV. So here I am, back on the fence. Only time and networking will tell.
Now, could this happy-go-lucky gal celebrating the new year be all of these bad things (said in a passive-aggresive, guilt inspiring tone made to make you feel sorry for her)? Don't know if I could be proud of my faults--seems kind of pompous to me. And I am a bit more flexible, but they did say "at your worst" and I usually try to present and feel my best (see the first paragraph). I can see the narcissist trait with my SL's. I just can't help lookin' at them! But maybe I'm just giving myself some much needed self love--there's nothing wrong with that(;
Peace!
Wednesday, January 04, 2006
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2 comments:
Choleric?? Me too, join the gang, we can take the world by storm.
Chi-Chi-
Your academic story just moves me. I was a college assistant professor in Radio, TV, Film and loved it until the passion left. I quit teaching to explore other options in the field of arts. Now I am writing, playing my guitar, and composing songs. I hope you are moved to where you can have much joy and peace and continue to be of service.
Loving your locks, too!
Blessings!
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