I’ve recently fallen into the trap of unable to identify and commit to my career purpose and path with clarify. Perhaps it was also because I saw so many paths that I felt overwhelmed and paralyzed. Interestingly, this disruption in my equilibrium was also caused by me having way too much free time and intentionally leaving the time undefined. I thought I go with the flow, listen and do whatever my heart so desires… It was good in the beginning, but then I just got complacent…and eventually, my guilt (a productivity defense mechanism) kicked in. I think I’m plagued by the high-achiever and checkbox syndrome.

The combined effect caused a lot of discomfort, and I was stuck in a funk for a while. Only till recently, was I able to finally pick myself up with many doses of inspiration and some purposeful structure. It’s all good…for now.