Children are full of zest and zeal with undaunted energy. Children are continuously inquisitive until, unfortunately, they are taught not to be so. True, at some point we must grow up. Life presents us with situations for which we must move from child-like fervor to a level of cool maturity. Still, there is something to be acquired and modeled from children; the desire to learn. Many of us were instilled with the notion that you go to college, learn a trade, go to work for the company, and retire. Recent events in our economy indicate this scenario is no longer a given. Many of us worked for "The Company" for years only to find ourselves on the receiving end of a colored piece of paper.
This event, although unfortunate, would be as my Grandpa LeRoy would say a "disguised blessing." This would be an opportunity to do something else or better yet a chance to try your "what I really always wanted to do." How? Well, beneath the surface of our well-manicured maturity and responsibility we had a dream. Our dream was to maybe one day work for ourselves. We would be our own bosses. Yet, the idea of going out on our own was way too far outside our comfort zone. Mentally we live our dreams every day in the comfortable creases of our mind. Having the ability to dream and the courage to implement a dream is another story entirely.
Now, we have the opportunity to do just that. We tell ourselves sometimes we are too old. We are not. Through the process of learning we grow. My age may grow each year but my desire to learn is forever young. For many years you provided a particular specialty or service in the name of the company. Now comes the time to provide that service to others in the name of your company. Even if running your own business is not a desire of yours but you want to take a class. I encourage you to do it. You don't have to do this alone. But the first step begins with you.
Sometimes unfortunate events become the catalyst to positive, life-changing actions. These changes make a difference not only in your life but in the lives of those around you. So, as you ponder what to do next consider the simplicity and complexity of learning. Whether it is learning a new trade, a new craft, honing your current skills, or pursuing your unspoken dream of having your own business, remember you are always young enough to learn.
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Name: Jacquinita A. Rose, Ph.D.
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