Our spirit is like a plant….we need to water and feed it regularly. Why? Your spirit takes a real beating during a job search or career transition. We call on our spirit regularly to keep us strong and optimistic. We use our will power and spirit to help us weather the daunting work of being at our best during the search process. However, our spirit can run out of stream. You’ll know your need to feed your spirit when you lose your sense of joy, your sense of humor and your sense of adventure. You need all three to win the career game searching for a new job is a big adventure which can give you great joy. You also need a sense of humor so that you don’t become grim, boring and unimaginative.
There will be times when you want to give up and bury yourself under the covers. Hiding is one option however replenishing your spirit and persisting in your job search is a far better option. We need you in the marketplace. We need your talent and ideas and energy and spirit!
Make a list today of ten ways you can feed your spirit so you’ll have it ready when you need it. Here’s my list and I don’t care if you steal the ideas…sharing is good:
1. Spend an hour in nature just listening.
2. Go to an art museum
3. Meditate
4. Eat ice cream
5. Take a walk
6. Read your favorite book
7. Sing or whistle
8. Look at your favorite photos
9. Play with your pet
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