Journey, Not A Destination

That is how I usually look at things but then again, I am really adept at withstanding circumstances that I would rather not deal with (something I think most children of divorced parents are talented at). It is all about deciding what is most important to you - from what I have seen, your heart is not your 'day job' but what you do in the fitness field. Personally, if I am making the jump, I would want it to be once and only in one direction. Appreciate the sucky job for what it is - security and stability which is allowing you to follow your dream.

Sorry if that sounds preachy - it isn't meant to, I give advice for a living and sometimes I don't know when to shut up...feel free to send my ass packing at any time :)

At any rate, I think what you are doing is cool - a lot of people talk a big game, so few actually do something about it.

Thanks again Ali.

I might have to let go of the idea of having everything how I want them at the moment, as that's not a healthy way to think ever. It sets myself up for frustrations and hurdles. I know there's a healthier way for me to be thinking right now, but I feel like there's an elephant on my back and that's hard not to think about.
 
Hello Steve O' Stud puppy!! Looks like you have a little twist/and turning going on in the work force, YUK! Been there done that and got the t-shirt. In my situation, less pay and enjoying my job was the best choice I made, I never leave worked stressed out anymore, and I always look forward to going into work, that's the best part of all. You will figure out which path to take, in your own time. Good Luck to you!!

Hugs
Kim

Thanks Kim.... I can imagine the stress release leaving a job you hate entails. I can't wait!
 
I might have to let go of the idea of having everything how I want them at the moment, as that's not a healthy way to think ever. It sets myself up for frustrations and hurdles. I know there's a healthier way for me to be thinking right now, but I feel like there's an elephant on my back and that's hard not to think about.

True dat :) Sometimes all you can do is decide what you are going to do in the moment to get by while still keeping the end goal in mind.

Ok, I think I am done being philosophical...
 
True dat :) Sometimes all you can do is decide what you are going to do in the moment to get by while still keeping the end goal in mind.

Ok, I think I am done being philosophical...

I like that. :)

And that's what I've been doing.... I just need to realize it on a more consistent basis.
 
there's that dang blasted word again.. consistent...

it really plays a huge part in every aspect of our lives... :D

Have a good day - ILLEGITIMI NON CARBORUNDUM
 
Haha, consistency is the backbone of everything in my world..... and from what I can tell, it's the same for everyone else too.

And yea, I'm beating those bastards off feverishly and I can sense victory. :)

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As much as my journal was full of doom and gloom yesterday...... I really am in okay spirits. I'm more motivated than ever before. That's good considering I've always been a motivated person. The more I get backed in to the corner, the more I feel the need to excel and push forward. While things are falling apart on one side, everything is coming together on the other and that's something to be damn happy about.

So I'll keep focusing on what I care about and let that which doesn't mean much to me play out however it's going to play out and not worry much about it.
 
never once thought for a moment you were holding your head in youor hands singing the woe is me woe is me song...

Just never forget, that you are never alone.. you've got tons of people (real and virtual and some who are virtually real as well) who do care about you and will listen anytime you want to unburden... they might not be able to fix the situation but sometimes saying things outloud makes them a lot less ... ummm... for lack of a better word... overwhelming...
 
I like that. :)

And that's what I've been doing.... I just need to realize it on a more consistent basis.

That's why you share these things w/ us - sometimes it takes an outside force to keep you grounded.

At least w/me, that sort of thing helps...
 
I live about 40 minutes outside of Philly.

I had a meeting in there today.

Total travel time was 4.5 hours.

Just lovely.
 
I live about 40 minutes outside of Philly.

I had a meeting in there today.

Total travel time was 4.5 hours.

Just lovely.

4.5 hours in traffic, eh? And during that time, how many long armed middle fingers did you thrust out of your jeep window? Hmmmmm? Yah.. and there's no need to say it. I missed me too. ;)

Ghey Hugs All Around,

-Sheryl
 


4.5 hours in traffic, eh? And during that time, how many long armed middle fingers did you thrust out of your jeep window? Hmmmmm? Yah.. and there's no need to say it. I missed me too. ;)

Ghey Hugs All Around,

-Sheryl

Hallelujah.

I'd ask what's up, but I'm sure you'll be updating everyone in your journal.

I missed ya.
 
So after a long, rough day yesteday, I woke up and decided to stay home. I told the office I'd be working from home. More than likely though, I'll be working on the other business, lol.

I actually started writing a book/pamphlet last night that will be given to each of our clients. It's nothing special, just an introduction to the basic concepts.....

Unlike other trainers, we actually want out clients to learn a thing or two and get the hell out there on their own with confidence.

But time is dwindling down too quick.... so I have to keep my ass busting out work for the next couple of months. I'm on a roll though, so I'm not too concerned.
 
I like that concept - actually having your clients learning :) and not just doing what they're told to do...

If you want some help with PDFing or m aking pretty your pamphlet - I've got quark and Indesign and know how to use 'em :D
 
Haha, I don't know what either of those things are but if you can make it prettier than me.... by all means. When it's done, I'll send it your way and let you toy around with it.

Aside from the content just being started a day or two ago, I have to wait for the logo to be finished so for the cover.

Thanks!
 
both those things are desktop publishing applications - that you can use to make your text look nicer than just what word could do...

and if you PDF if - (portable document format) you can have it available from your website as a download - acrobat reader which is a free application will allow anyone to open it :D

I can't wait to see the logo :)
 
I don't want just anyone to get it though. As I'm all for giving away free, good information.... but I want this to be solely for our clients (and a few worthy people). Though I cover, and will continue to do so, all the same information on this forum (as I will on my own and all the others I chat on), the packaged advice I want to be for our clients.

It would be emailed or sent to them as part of the introductory communication where we are doing all our interviewing and whatnot. This way, while we're generating an action plan, they'll be getting up to snuff on the basics.
 
I'm very happy it's Friday. What's I'm not happy about is I'll have to take another week off from lifting next week, which sucks considering I just had a week off last week.

Such is life though.

Tonight is my night to relax, as all weekend I'll be working with Gord on the business. Tomorrow morning I plan on going to a local gym and finding out information about how they handle their trainers.... I might start working for a gym again. Then, after lunch, I'm heading out to Gord's house and spendind the night there. I'm sure we'll go out too for St. Pattys day. :)

But we have a lot of work to get done..... it's fun being busy with this stuff though. It's amazing what work 'feels' like when it's something you truly love opposed to what work feels like when it's a job you can't stand.
 
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