A Career-Related Reading Material

The moment I saw this book resting on a National Bookstore shelf, I knew I just had to grab a copy; however, it wasn't until a week after that I got my hands on one. For the record, it wasn't me who bought it, but my mother. And I have to give her props for successfully for finding the book.

 

Days after realizing the existence of this paperback, it would randomly cross my mind. Something inside of me kept nudging me to get the book. It was as if a part of me knew what was written in those pages. Since my 10 am to 7 pm schedule started already, I didn't have the time to go to the bookstore myself. With no other choice, I had to ask my mother if she could get it for me, with the description on where the book is displayed as the only clue. I originally didn't know the title and the author of this book. Then last week, while at National Bookstore, she called me up, read the synopsis, and I immediately knew it was the book. Amazing!

I just started reading Thomas Moore's A Life at Work and I find it very interesting. And I'm pretty sure it will compel me to continue reading. This book leans toward the idealistic view of work.  Though it doesn't entirely trash the practical side, it highlights the importance of a profession, not just a job. It is really what I need at this point, especially tomorrow is going to be an important day for me at work. I'm hoping this could shed some light and help me find my niche in this world.

I hope Mr. Moore won't mind me quoting a few paragraphs from his book which struck me:

Many times I've heard a man or a woman say about their work, "A robot could do it." They feel like "a cog in a machine" or part of a large and cold corporation. They don't see how their effort matters. They see a large portion of their time give over to someone else's profits or to products that don't matter much in the long run.

But even in the darkest situations the human spirit flutters, sings, and sometimes soars. Something in us keeps us focused on a brighter day and a better situation. Those feelings and thoughts of ultimate liberation and success are very important. You can keep them alive, foster them, and gradually turn them into reality. Loyalty to your dreams sometimes appears naive to others, but story after story of successful people indicates that faith in their abilities sustained them and eventually led them to a place of fulfillment.

My sentiments exactly.  As I was reading the text, I was comforted by the thought that I'm not alone in all that I was feeling with my current work. Words may not be enough to describe that sudden realization, but it felt good. Most of the times when I worry about not getting the job I would enjoy or having the profession that truly encapsulates my being. I feel I reached a dead end.  Too much drama for a first job, huh?

So far so good.  I'm liking what I'm reading and I'm looking forward to more lessons and more realizations.

Comments

[kweesty]

Parang dapat yan ang birthday gift ko sa isang officemate ko. Hehehe...

[Quing Obillos]

Hahahaha! Naguguluhan din ba siya sa kanyang gustong tahaking career? Hehehehe!

[Jessica]

Hi Quing! Parang antagal mo nawala? Di ako sanay?

[Quing Obillos]

Hehehe! Touched naman ako, Jek! I went to Montemar kasi with the family for the Holy Week. :) I'll post the pictures soon! Hopefully, tonight!