"There are always opportunities to learn, even learning what we don't like. Try to reflect on why. They're all important experiences," said my boyfriend yesterday while I was at work. Previously in the conversation I announced that I didn't want to go to work. I really didn't. But I ended up going anyway, obviously.
One thing I learned from working last night's shift was that I hate purposeless work. Standing around, cleaning the glass, sweeping and taking out the trash, are all things I do at my own apartment and then some. And some more some. I'm not saying that retail life isn't a good life, it's just not my life. Not for long at least. I find no pleasure in it. Although I do like serving guests in my home and hosting people at my apartment, so perhaps its more that I hate having no choice but to do it for strangers. I just want to do it on my own time, with people I love and adore.
I'm learning what I like, what I don't like, so I can move in the direction that will give me more purpose than just showing up. I want to do more than that. I want to work and my brain and my heart. Not just shoot the shit and wait as the time passes. How lame.
My boyfriend was right, it is an important experience to have. I think I've just had to experience this too often. There is always room to learn, but now I'm ready to learn in a capacity where I can expand my knowledge and use my skills in a career format. I feel bland and uninterested.
On another note, the COO of NestGSV called my references yesterday so hopefully I'll hear back today or tomorrow about how they want to move forward with my applications. Meaning, I hope they hire me this week!!!
But for now I will work the hours and serve out chocolate and pray the sun shines through the fog today.
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