I have been working for nearly 19 years in public relations – at small firms, mid-size firms and for the past 11 plus years at a really really big firm! I recently decided to drop out of the rat race, quit my job and focus on myself. I’m lucky enough to have a fantastic husband, Mike, who is supporting me in my adventuresome quest to find more balance, fun and eventually a job about which I can be just a little more passionate.
When I made this decision, I jotted down a list of goals I wanted to accomplish as part of this next chapter of my life. To keep myself honest, I’m chronicling my misadventures on this blog and sharing my list (which, of course, is always subject to change) here:
- Focus on family and friends
- Workout regularly and get back in shape
- Cook more
- Travel
- Give back to the community
- Garden
- Join a golf or tennis league
- Learn something new (I’m thinking about French or Italian. Any other thoughts?)
- Check off a few items on our long, long, long list of home improvements
I have six days left at my job – not that I’m counting down or anything – and then the great experiment of reinventing Mia officially begins!
Well done, my girl! I'll be watching to see how things go. Best of luck with your reinvention!
ReplyDeleteThe best thing I've read all day, Mia. Spectacular courage you've got there and an amazing husband who's going to help provide you with the chance to do this. Looking forward to reading about your adventures in the future, but will miss you in NZ next year...
ReplyDeleteMia, as you know, I've reinvented myself at least once. You can do it! And you'll have no regrets. I look forward to reading more. Love, Beth
ReplyDeleteTim, I'm planning to start freelancing and see where it leads me. Don't count me out yet for NZ.
ReplyDeleteBeth, I thought about you a lot when coming to my decision. You were one of my inspirations.
Wow - I was going through my twitter feed randomly and saw this from you! Best of luck - maybe I'll see you at Jewel more often now :)
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