You may find that your heart seeks a different path than those around you. When you consider the great artists and musicians, writers and leaders, you’ll find that they didn’t take traditional paths either. Sometimes you have to sway left or right or even forge a whole new trail in order to find your version of success.
When I was younger, I thought that everyone should go to college, get a job, buy a house, work their way up the ladder, save for retirement, and spend their golden years traveling. It’s not a bad way to live but it isn’t the only way. It’s the route I’ve taken and now I’m wondering if there might be a bend in the road. Here’s the cool part: that’s okay.
It’s okay to:
- change your mind
- pursue something different
- make mistakes
- seek help
- be happy on your own terms
The older I get, the more I realize that everyone has their own path they must follow. I hope yours finds you happiness.
Photo courtesy of Gary Millar.