Loss of Vision

Question

Lately I've been feeling lackluster about my career and am ready for a change. But I can't answer the question of where do I see myself in 5 years, 10 years... and without a plan, you can't ensure you have the skills or take other steps needed to be successful. I've always been very driven, and still am, but now feels like drive without focus/purpose. How do I refocus and get my vision back? I have 2 elementary age kids with sports, piano, etc, an hour commute each way, husband, church, etc and plenty of responsibility at work. Sometimes  I feel like my brain doesn't have capacity to think that far ahead!

Anonymous · Answer

While I have some plans and focus on the future, I'm also a big believer on staying in the present and believing that the future will work out the way it is supposed to. Sometimes we get discouraged with ourselves because we feel like we have to have drive and a plan and a purpose and some big focus and when we don't 'feel' it, we self-hate instead of acknowledging that burnt out happens, busyness happens, and that standing still and being where we are right now is just fine.

The moments with your kids are to be cherished. They will never be the ages they are right now ever again, so being present is important both for you and for them.

And as far as a career change goes, stay open to the possibilities that will present themselves. Something will catch your interest when the timing is right.

Charmaine Webb · Answer

I am one those people that do not do 5 or 10 year goals.  I do  have goals but they are shorter term.  So I say do not beat yourself up if you do not have 5 or 10 year goals at this time.  If you feel like you need to have goals start with a short term one.  Also take some time for yourself and breath.

Crystal Rhineberger · Answer

Mayb its time to take 10-15 impossible minutes to mediate even just wander through your mind?
Your brain wants your time the most and even if you just cram in the library and grab a self help on anything in the general realm of finding yourself again theres a great path!
Lets also count in all the stellar things you have done and are doing you are a wife (support system, business partner even if its why r we eating this agin) mother and all its goods and bads!
You are more kind and giving than anyone could imagine even if half asleep.
Love is a sacrifice we willingly make without knowing the outcome!

Maren Bishop · Answer

I know how you feel! A few years ago, I really didn't know where I wanted to go so I decided to be open to possibilities. I joined committees and other opportunities when they came my way. I was able to explore my interests and develop some new skills and relationships, which helped me transition into something new. Someone may think of you for a job that you hadn't considered, too!

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