Post by voix on Mar 14, 2017 9:16:43 GMT
Mar 6, 2017 12:20:48 GMT voix said:
Doux Well Doux, an existential crisis would usually mean you are on the verge of an epiphany. But I think we have to consider "time" in a more expansive way that we are used to. If it is a question of existence and purpose, then this will have effects for a lifetime, so won't consolidate in a day. All your analyses will be edging you closer, but it may not feel this way because you haven't reached the culmination point, but you are moving. Is there ever truly a "destination" any way? Or it is all a journey, with peaks and troughs? How exciting for you! Where are your thoughts leading you? Are your transits pushing you into unfamiliar territory?
I agree with you entirely. It's just, well, stressful... *sigh*
I am not entirely sure yet, I'm procrastinating so much. But I was thinking of trying management, like being a manager's assistant or something of that sort. There's the fact that I doubt my abilities so much and I'm absolutely horrified by stress and deadlines, etc. Which is a problem because that's the kind of thing you find in almost any job, especially if it's somewhat prestigious.
Transits-wise, well I have tPLUTO right on my Neptune/Uranus conjunction.
So yes it's shaking things up again.
I was even contemplating becoming an astrologer, like taking actual classes and going from there. But naturally my "practical" side is thinking, "it could be a side-project, but not the main project". And so here I am, heh.
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Doux good points. The thing about stress and deadlines though is that they push us to strengthen our problem-solving skills. I think the key is to have enough stress that it motivates you to action and creativity, but not so much that it overwhelms you. If you are part of a supportive team or a group this can go a long way to mitigating the more challenging aspects of stress as well as good self-care in your free time. And yes, as soon as you develop in any role, it becomes slightly more stressful. I think our brains need and seek this so that we are always growing. Strategic use of annual leave and break times is also helpful!
Sounds like a plan though, having something you love as a sideline. I kind of do that myself - I have my two "real" jobs, and I also have my band. Both are work and push me to develop and accomplish, and give a sense of purpose, but material security is from the "real" jobs and have many more conditions attached than the band. I love my jobs though. When I was younger and talking about career, people would always say to me to aim for money and security and forget about getting a job I love as if this was some rare, unachievable thing. Proved them wrong. So definitely aim for the stars Doux, play to your strengths, but welcome development, that's how I done it.
ETA: Also, you never know when a "sideline" could actually become main stage through the natural process of things, some things just take off in unexpected directions - I've seen it happen!