Much of what I do is positioned around “the paycheck”
This thread is about focusing on who we bring to the jobs we have, and the motives we choose for our daily quest while doing our job, so we don’t put ourselves On the line for our jobs
I got the idea for this thread, because normally I am getting for work before I post something.
Like today I posted on another thread “Today I commit to remembering (and continuing to learn more about) who I am and what is important to me. In every setting I’ll do what I need to do, but never at the expense of my highest good or personal values”
I was focusing on the possibilities at work I sometimes run into, and commit that I will always make sure I am true to me. I do this while not being on the defensive..
We all know when working, when you work for others, much rides on that paycheck and the circumstances of people who do not always see things the way you do.
My quest is to be yes..diplomatic..but also to be me. The combo is something at a job..where personalities, rules and power plays can ... be present.
My job is all about the people. I love meeting new people and hearing their stories.
It always amazes me when I run across people who are in their 70’s & 80’s and so technically savvy. Sometimes they get grumpy when having to deal with a computer and just talking to a live person calms them down.
Very rarely do I have to deal with a sour person. I think human beings are generally very sweet and just want someone to listen. The very best thing about my job is the variety of wonderful people who cross my path. I am so very, very lucky!!
I am living in many dimensions at once; the appearance of being trapped in time and space is only an illusion.
In response to meditatingmama’s post:
Contrary to what some people I work with believe, my job is all about the people also. And that’s what makes it acceptable and often a good day. Again contrary to some associates -it is the people that make not just business but make it all worthwhile.
It’s not a behind the scenes environment..much interfacing. If you don’t like people it’s probably really a nasty place..Don’t know how those who don’t like others make it work..
Today as I ready myself for work-I’m focused on giving from my heart, and seeing God in others and know they see that within me. Amen
I’m at home, but believe me… it is OFF TO WORK I GO!! I have been working extra hours lately and I have come home to a little mess. Today, I need patience to keep me calm and quiet as we work together as a family to remedy this. First, we played and ran and had a great day walking in the woods while it rained. Now, we have to get down to business… and I will bite my tongue at hubby and children. :) I may have to get it reattached, but I will not speak! :)
I am living in many dimensions at once; the appearance of being trapped in time and space is only an illusion.
I work 5 days a week and my work day is 8 hrs in length.
I cant say that I enjoy my job as I would really like to but I am happy and grateful that I am working and have a good name in my field.
at present I am trying to fit in my Pranic healing sessions with the working hrs. The weekend seems like a good option.
Presently I am healing early in the morning but sometimes it gets very difficult to get up so early and distance healing does not seem to be the best option in some cases.
I think I can do with a 2 month leave so that some plan can be worked out…thoroughly confused….
We all live under the same sky, but we don’t all have the same horizon.
I pray for harmonious- spiritual- loving growth for all of the people at all of our current places of employment. And this is so. Amen.
In response to SONIA’s post:
Sometimes confusion is very good. I kind of feel there is so much to who we are, what we want and “what is”, that sometimes things feel like a messy kitchen before it hits the well set table(:
In response to SONIA’s post:
Sonia, I had to take a three month leave of absence from the working world. It was the best thing for me to focus on what is truly important. If you can afford a leave of absense, I HIGHLY recommend it!! It is so good to get grounded and away from the situation that clouds what you know to be true.
It really feels like you KNOW what you need – you just aren’t ready to take that step (YET).
I’m sending you much love and lots of positive, healing energy.
I am living in many dimensions at once; the appearance of being trapped in time and space is only an illusion.
In response to SONIA’s post:
In response to laurie- worksout-daily&w/everything she’s got~ ~‘s post:
In response to meditatingmama’s post:
MM is right..if you are able to do that. Personally if I could I would. But since I can’t..I ride out the confusion, knowing as long as I focus on what it means to be true to myself, I’ll soon know what is where it’s supposed to be, or if I’m supposed to discard anything..do something different or change my outlook.
Supposed to be off tomorrow, though must work. Grateful for work…Just working on gratitude for working on my day off(: I’ll get there(:
Found this affirmation today:
My work is a source of pleasure and prosperity
In response to laurie- worksout-daily&w/everything she’s got~ ~‘s post:
Love it. Its exactly where I am too. I am supposed to be off tomorrow for a few days, and today may drag in anticipation for my weekend events, but my, am I grateful to have work!
It IS my source of prosperity and a source of pleasure if I chose it to be….
So today I will smile my way through my day even though I wish it was 17.00 already (its not even 09.00 yet!!)
:o)
In response to anoushka’s post:
Affirmations and affirmative prayer really does help/work.
Of course I would rather be doing or being in another space that is not work…Though, once I admit that..I can ask myself:
1. What’s good about it?
2. How can I make it better?
3. Then do what it takes.
It’s true joy comes from inside, but sometimes we’d rather be experiencing that joy in a place of our choosing.
I’m a firm believer in making my life as joyful as possible. And sometimes it takes many conscious decisions to move it in that direction and allow it to be what I want/need. Though..I get there. Thank God!
It’s off to work I go..
I’m preparing my food for the day, and affirming my wonderful day(:
It’s off to work I go. Love having that extra hour..But I guess I’m greedy because I used my time for stating up later, and sleeping in later, and now I still have to rush to work(:
Time to prepare..
Have a great day bmindful(:
In response to laurie- worksout-daily&w/everything she’s got~ ~‘s post:
I’ve made that extra hour quite special (in my mind). (:
I keep giving myself 1 extra hour of anything I enjoy..If it’s late and feel I “should’ be sleeping I say got an extra hour(:
Just started a work- affirmation thread ; would love to have you join me there.
I just went to work- affirmation thread ; and the everyday affirmation thread
Can’t wait to see some of your affirmations there.
I have a few minutes to spare, before I leave for work…so I wish all of my fellow bmindfulers a great day!
Getting ready for work…And I thank God for the opportunity.
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Getting ready for work…today I accomplished so many financial frogs that concerned me.
I had some areas that kept going to a back burner..so I kept a question page. I will soon start a thread re: this process that has been assisting me so well.
“The biggest mistake that you can make is to believe that you are
working for somebody else. Job security is gone. The driving
force of a career must come from the individual. Remember:
Jobs are owned by the company; you own your career!”
— Earl Nightingale
As I get ready for work, I already know I am and will see (even more) love everywhere.
I give it..and I feel it in all the individuals I make any contact with.
Today is a healthy, happy, joyous reminder that life is rewarding all over the place. And it is so. Amen
(:
Work has been as good as I make it. Some days..I analyze, regroup and start again. Though it always comes back to gratitude. It doesn’t mean it’s always great, it means its always in process of me making it better and better to fit me right now..and people I serve.
This is an old song..that reminds me of the balance needed when working for others,and with others. It’s important to go way beyond a paycheck. Never sell out. Be real
It isn’t meant to be a depressing song. It speaks of being true to yourself.
In response to Laurie~LovesFocusingWell’s post:
Work was as good as my affirmations..