Living Your Dreams

In the last day or two, I made the decision to leave my current job and career and travel the world on a sabbatical. I've discussed possible departure dates with my employer as I've kicked around in my head what I'm doing, if I'm doing it, where I'm going and what is next. In the end, I knew that if I didn't jump, I'd forever stand still.

This decision has been a long time coming or at least something I've been thinking about doing for a while. It isn't a perfect time for to go; I'm not sure there is a perfect time. The only thing stopping me had been fear. Fear of letting go. Fear of what's next. Fear of HOME-LESS-NESS. (One of my friends assured me I could always come live with her. Whew!) My friends are toasting me now--at least to my face--but I'm still terrified.

My tentative decision comes as the world learns that Steve Jobs has died. Mr. Jobs had been a mental role model for many people, particularly for his perfectionism but also for being a visionary. What a legacy he leaves!

Check out this quote from him:

‎"Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life. Don't be trapped by dogma — which is living with the results of other people's thinking. Don't let the noise of others' opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow already know what you truly want to become. Everything else is secondary.”

RIP, Mr. Jobs. Thank you for your words--and your legacy. I know others will have LOTS of opinions about my round-the-world tour. (ACK!) I'm stepping out on faith to follow my heart and intuition. Friends and readers, would you quit your job and travel the world? Do you think it's foolish? What dreams, goals, hopes do you have? What are you afraid to do? What's stopping you from living life to the fullest? Bring it on! BTW, while you're praying on your goals, keep me in your prayers and give me a shoutout if I can stay on your couch!

xoxox