Posted by All Done on July 2, 2005, at 1:42:12
In reply to Zero self esteem- I am a failure, posted by Poet on July 1, 2005, at 18:03:24
Oh, Poet. I so wish you could see yourself the way others see you. Daisy is really right - you are so much more than your job.
Think about this...if you were defined by your career, why don't I know what you do for a living? I know we talked about your job, but it was the current one and I don't think I ever found out exactly what it is you do. But you know what? I met a wonderfully charming, funny, sweet, and caring person when I met you. That's the stuff that matters.
Hmm...at least I hope that's the stuff that matters cuz if I had to be defined by my career, I'd spend most of my time calculating tax due on the sale of telecommunications central office equipment. Yeah. Bleh.
Don't get me wrong, of course. I know it's important to find a job that's a good match for you. If it's not for whatever reason, the frustration just ends up bleeding over to other parts of your life when what you really need is a good balance. So, I'm glad you didn't stick with the job from hell. And if this job isn't going to pay enough, can you still keep it while looking for something else?
Good luck, Poet. I hope everything falls into place for you and you come to see all of the wonderful qualities I see in you.
Take care,
Laurie
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