Do What You Love,

Love What You Do

Many people spend days, weeks, months, years, and even decades in careers that are diametrically opposed to who they are as spiritual beings. It’s incredibly important to find alignment in your career, spirituality, health, and relationships, so you can live your purpose, be happy and reduce your stress load.

It’s all about finding work you love, or learning to love the work you have. You don’t have to leave your 9-5 job to explore other career paths - there are always ways to find gratification. Just remember to stay balanced!

FIND THE WORK YOU LOVE

  • Make a list of your inherent strengths and gifts, and how they could translate to an inspiring career - get creative! Gifts come naturally without trying like being creative or inspiring. Strengths are what you are good at, but may not be what you align with.

  • Research the career options you’ve narrowed down. Gather information about the paths you’re considering and how they could influence and shape your long-term goals. What do you want to be doing in 5 years?

  • Reach out to professionals working in your field - people who can give you information, support, and/or guidance. Use your network - LinkedIN is a great way to connect with people you know and use your network to make connections!

  • Join professional organizations or attend social events to create authentic, connections and make yourself visible as an expert in your field. Research others in the field you are interested in - where do they meet and gather?

  • Contact prospective employers to learn about potential career opportunities. Be professional and enthusiastic, and remember that even if a company isn’t hiring, it’s never a bad idea to pass your resume along. Everyone had to start somewhere, and if you head in with a growth mind-set and ask questions out of curiosity people with be receptive!

  • Be patient - finding a new career that you love may take time, and you might try a few different positions before finding an ideal fit. Don’t settle until you find the one you love.

LOVE THE WORK YOU DO

  • Request to work on projects that interest you. Voice your interest to your employer or supervisor - it’s often the same area you’ll produce the best results in! Offer solutions to problems and creative insights. Experiment and be curious.

  • Surround yourself with peers and colleagues who are supportive. Find your people, and remember to support where you can.

  • Accept constructive feedback, and ask questions to understand. This will help you work toward improving your weak points.

  • Stay motivated by giving yourself small rewards for accomplishing goals - short massages, long walks, body brushing - think primary foods.

  • Make your office environment more attractive - add fresh flowers to your desk, invest in a comfortable chair, and hang up motivating quotes and pictures. Feather your nest!

  • If it’s time to transition to another position or company, make sure you continue doing work you love. Seek fresh opportunities that satisfy your desires, and always maintain business relationships with previous employers. Every step is a building block to a career you love!

©2014, 2016 Integrative Nutrition, Inc. | Reprinted with permission