For many an "1-year anniversary" is associated with a special and milestone event - such as a wedding anniversary and is usually a cause for celebration. Well not so much for me. Recently, the one year anniversary of my unemployment came and I definitely did not pop open a bottle of champagne and celebrate, rather I sulked, cried a bit and just looked back how tough this past year has been for me.
I truly believe we all are supposed to go through difficult times to challenge ourselves, question who we are and what makes us happy and to appreciate what we do have and who we have in our lives. That is definitely something that I am glad that has come out of this situation - my relationships with my family and friends has strengthened and I am not the materialistic shopping-crazy gal I used to be. I came to the realization stuff doesn't make me happy but rather experiences.
However, this year has been the most stressful and anxiety-ridden time of my life. I truly hope I will be looking back at this time with fondness and appreciation. Nevertheless, despite the lessons I may have learned during this one year journey, I definitely do not want to mark a SECOND ANNIVERSARY! Moving forward, that is my ultimate goal - not to mark another year of unemployment. I am working hard to achieve this and do believe my efforts will pay off.
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