Taking Some Time Off And It Feels Great

If you’ve been following on social media over the past few months, you’ve probably noticed I’ve been posting quite a bit—music, articles, photos, Twitch clips, and more.

Basically, I am at a point where I will be 30 in less than a year and I realize I’m not getting any younger. Starting around the time I first turned 28, this is something I have been highly cognizant of.

I also realize that I am in a fortunate position in many ways. I am at an age where I can live relatively inexpensive while having a fairly open schedule.

To make the most of it, I’ve been going about as hard as I possibly can. Trying to make sure that I don’t let time go to waste and look back on this period of my life with regret.

However, more recently I have taken a change of heart. I’m taking more time to realize that I am already successful as I am, and that it is okay to take a breather and enjoy it. And I must say, it feels really good.

Getting Back Into A Regular Groove

As mentioned in other posts, for the majority of the past 2 years I was using an electric bike as my primary transportation.

This was a really good thing for me because it gave me time to focus on developing strong habits.

During that time there wasn’t much else for me to do other than go to work, and apply myself in meaningful ways during my free time.

When I finally got back on the road a little over a month ago it felt great, but it took a few weeks to establish what my new schedule looks like and get a feel for things.

While I was e-biking for that period, there was a part of me that almost forgot what it feels like just to take a drive and have a casual afternoon out in town.

Over the past week especially I have really reminded myself of how life was prior to my accident, and I can say that I feel really grateful.

Realizing That I Will Be Okay

Regardless of whether or not my music ever pops, or whether or not this blog ever brings in significant revenue, I will be okay.

I worked hard in college for that reason. I even remember telling one of my professors early on that my goal is to build myself up entrepreneurially, but if that doesn’t work out I will be fine with taking a role in accounting or a similar field.

I am fortunate to come from a great area surrounded by good people that I have known for quite a long time. Even if I were to never end up moving back out to a bigger city, this is a great place to be and it is expected to grow quite a bit over time.

Recognizing these things helps me to continue to pursue things from a place of enjoyment rather than with grim determination.

I’m reminded that it’s okay to do things because you like doing them and not because you need to do them or have to do them.

Going With The Flow

The truth is that at my age I am too young to try to determine exactly what is or isn’t right for me in the long term.

That’s part of the reason why I do the things that I do, just to get a feel for what works best for me.

Although I can put together a rough idea of what I think would work best, I can’t get too ahead of myself either.

Helping myself understand that has almost brought me back to how I felt as a college student.

At that time I was so excited just to get out into the “real world” and I was open to just about anything life had to offer. Whether that was working a regular 9-5 job, doing something outdoors, or even joining the military.

With that in mind, I can continue to pursue the things I want in life without the same pressure. I can realize that no matter what I will find my path and be okay.

Not Really Taking Time Off

Although this article has “taking some time off” in the title, that is not really the case. I’m still filling my days up just as much as I was before, if not more.

I’m just realizing that I don’t always have to be “on” and that it’s okay to breathe.

At 29 I am honestly not far off from a college student, and just because I will be 30 soon doesn’t mean that my chances of “making it” are slim.

In fact, with the mindset I have now, I actually feel like my chances of making it are a lot greater.

I feel truly excited to continue to move forward this year, and I look forward to where my life will be 8-10 months from now.

Thank You For Reading

Thank you for taking the time to read this article. I hope that you have enjoyed, and I will see you on the next one!