Let Your Haters Be Your Motivators
Right now I am sitting at my “dinner table” typing on my computer and at the same time trying my best to take in a movie on the TV. The movie title is “Set it Off” --- something about bank robbers. But anyhoo ( derivative of anyway ) muffled LOL, I will stay on track as well as I can.
For the first five days after retiring I had not totally realized that I was in fact Retired. Somehow retirement had not yet set into my frame of mind. Actually I think I went through some type of withdrawal applicable to major life transitions.
I still wake up early except now I set my alarm to wake me 25 minutes later than my usual wake up at 5:45 am. Even waking up “late” at 6:10 p.m. ( now 6:45 a.m. ) seemed to negate the whole concept of sleeping late. Now my alarm is completely muted.
I still find myself staying up late until 2 or 3 a.m. on my computer or watching television. But now I feel I am more comfortable with my new time freedom. I no longer receive the same salary but I am comfortable. My military retirement kicks in the summer of 2017 and I am very frugal.
Need to get out the house more
Dreamstime
As I live alone I am adjusting to no longer having my work community / job family to interact with on a daily basis. Just something to get used to. I think I will be sincerely missed as I turned down numerous requests for a going away party. So now I use my time to develop a schedule of re-prioritized goals with timelines. Dreams are great but timelines compel a sense of urgency to complete tasks and get things done.
Writing for me is such a catharsis. I had planned to just walk out the door at my job on my last scheduled day without any forewarning to my co workers. However my impending retirement was leaked. Which led to questions from my coworkers. Of which the most recurring question was, “Ron, what are you going to do when you leave?” My long term ideal activity has always been to be a filmmaker or more specifically a movie maker. I’ve learned to always have a goal beyond the obvious.
Actually, I think I would be just as happy with a sense of fulfillment writing a successful screenplay that is then made into a successful movie. But enough on that. Maybe a future post as I am open to suggestions.
My next often fantasized but not yet realized activity was / is to be a blogger. To me the ultimate job is to work from home at the hours I set, saying what I want. Now I actually have the time to blog as I have greater control of my daily activities and priorities.
I am so glad I came across the Steemit platform to fulfill my writing goals. I comprised a list of subjects I want to write about that are related to my few experiences on planet earth. This short list of future blogging subjects include:
- consumer concerns -- not happy with how a Big Box retailer’s computer squad “fixed” my computer, )
- medical / dental issues -- how medical professionals tell you things to take your money, and
- maintaining perspective in environments I don’t control.
Well, about time for me to wrap up my introductory post to the Steemit community. One thing I had not yet mentioned. With my new time freedom I really enjoy having time to pray in the morning without rushing to get to work. I feel that I can talk more to my creator without constraints. I really feel that prayer is a force and should not be overlooked or discounted.
Some people might say meditation is how they start their day. If meditation works for them then that is good. Keep in mind to pray for family and elected officials. And no I am not religious. My life experiences have shown me that religion unfortunately is often a business. I strive to keep it real without bogus rituals created by men to dominate those who can be manipulated by false philosophies.
QUIZ
To facilitate my transition to retirement should I:
A; Join a social organization
B: Go fishing / get a new hobby
C: Take an enrichment class at the local community college
D: Learn more about penny stocks and become rich
E: Increase my Bitcoin / cryptocurrency account and hope for the best
Well I can’t say everything to everybody but I hope I informed and entertained all who made it this far into my first post. Thanks.
Oh, by the way, the movie just went off. Three bank robbers down and one got away to Mexico. Now that might be a great place for a vacation!
Remember, the world is your oyster. If you fail to build your dreams someone will hire you to build theirs!
Thanks: Rodney, Gary, Pat, Mark, Cynthia. Thanks for the support you did not have to provide and thanks for the shoulders you let me lean on. I wish you all the best.
Your friend, Ron, alias Squinty.
Article One: https://steemit.com/steemit/@getonthebus/20-year-retirement-no-t-shirt-affirmative-action-push-ups-and-other-job-dynamics
Article Two: https://steemit.com/steemit/@getonthebus/20-year-retirement-no-t-shirt-affirmative-action-push-ups-and-other-job-dynamics-part-two
Article Three: https://steemit.com/steemit/@getonthebus/20-year-retirement-no-t-shirt-affirmative-action-push-ups-and-other-job-dynamics-part-three
Reading List
- Games People Play by Eric Berne, M.D.
- I”m OK - You’re OK by Thomas A. Harris, M.D.
- Fiefdom Syndrome by Robert Herbold
I hope my article has provided inspiration to someone who is contending with a less than desirable work environment. Everyday is a new day for you to overcome and triumph on your terms. If I entertained or informed or educated you feel free to share an up-vote and comments. Thanks, Ron.
Final Final Thought: Would anyone be interested in participating in a Google Hangout as a panel participant or an attendee? Ideally if at least five professionals or subject matter experts from the below listed or similar disciplines can participate as Panel Participants we can provide an enlightening forum for people to post, answer questions, and help each other.
- Human Resources
- Employment Law
- Diversity Management
- Employment Placement Agencies
- Immigrant Employment
There may be many common concerns that can be addressed and possibly remedied.
Possible topics can include but not limited to:
- Handicapable worker issues
- Gender based issues
- Race based issues
- Sexual orientation issues
- Military employment issues
- Age bias issues
If you can participate as a Panel Participant then please go to the link below for the Google Hangout Planner. Also when you comment please add the words Panel Participant in the first sentence of your comments plus your area of expertise.
https://sites.google.com/site/hangoutplanner1/
If you would like to participate as an Attendee, then please add the words GOOGLE HANGOUT YES in in the first sentence of your comments.
Three days after my Steemit post 4 of 4 I will tally the numbers and submit a post stating if sufficient positive interest warrants a hangout.
If so, I will also begin collaboration with interested individuals via Google Docs to coordinate our efforts for a successful hangout. Please keep in mind this is a new endeavor for me and I might hit a few bumps in the road.
Thanks for helping me contribute to the Steemit community.
Never Let Anyone Clip Your Wings
Disclosure: This is a revised post due to HTML format issues - live and learn!. Worked on this for the last four hours.