Nostr

Most of my college career I spent preparing for medical school. That slowly became dental school. Worked in dentistry for a few years. Now I work in analytical chemistry, and I miss the patient interaction so much. Some days I feel like my life has passed me by, and instead of pursuing my dreams of helping people, I’ve become bitter and resentful of what I could have, or should have, become.

I think I let depression and self doubt overcome me. And lately it’s dawned on me how much life has passed me by, and how much I’ve changed.

I know it’s never too late. But god damn, I miss that mission of “I’m building up to become something greater” as much as I could possibly miss anything.

Running Man 2y ago

I have some thoughts on this and would like to reply and share when I'm in the right head space. So I'm bookmarking.

But in short....sometimes we must do the things we do, not because we want to, but because there are others that depend on us.

There will be a time when the only factors that you must consider in a decision making point is you. Until then give 95% of yourself to what needs to be done and give 5% (or less) to that thing you want to be your purpose. It keeps that candle burning long enough until the time is right for you and those that matter to you.

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Anonymous 2y ago

I agree with you 100% that at one point in life, my “purpose” was what I devoted almost all of my bandwidth to. And in time, it became less and less as I’ve devoted more and more to those who depend on me in some capacity. I’ve ended up putting life on hold for a few years. Navigating life is quite a beast, Running Man

Running Man 2y ago

Navigating life can be a beast my friend. But it occasionally presents those special moments as well which eventually and in retrospect (usually) makes it all worth while. You just need to keep chugging along long enough to experience those special moments.

Hang in there brother and lean on your community. Surround yourself with rational and supportive minds. #LowTimePreference

Anonymous 2y ago

I appreciate you a lot man. The fact you’d even contemplate my nonsense on your own time is special. So lame that I can’t zap you for the response. Todays gonna require me to learn some new clients I guess 😅.

Owe you a zap

🙏🙏🙏

Running Man 2y ago

Sure thing!

We've all been there or had those moments in life.

Thank you but not necessary. It comes back to us in one form or other in time.

Have a great day.