The Perfect Job!

The perfect job, does it exist and is it about the hours, title, benefits or just the money? If you have ever "worked", then this thought might have crossed your mind.  My father once told my sisters and I, we should find something we love to do and the money will always work out. Dad has been right so far! 


I was fortunate to find a career that I do love, most days! Who wouldn't want to wear shorts and tennis shoes to work, watch sports for free (and I mean every sport), be given a closet full free of t-shirts and polos and if you ever need anything there is a colleague or former athlete to call for help. So what is the downside to this gig, you ask?  For someone who has lectured extensively on the subject of life balancing in Athletic Training, I was a poor example of late. Tired from many years of long hours and dealing with the day to day grind, I found myself rethinking my career choice.

My daughter gave me a book for my birthday that helped refocus my life. After reading The Happiness Project, I realized it was how I looked at my job and life that may have added to my stress. Yes, the hours and numbers of injuries may not change and there will always be work stress but how I approached each one could change. With the summer to reflect on what changes I needed to make in my life and career, the answer was clear. Specially, what did I love about my job and focus on this instead of the negatives. 


My wise and dear friend Terri once told me, " you can accept it or choose to leave!"  I choose to accept and embrace the things I love about my job! I am blessed with wonderful and supportive co workers who make me laugh and athletes that trust and appreciate my care. Really, what other job can you ride on a firetruck in parades and dress like "Twins" with 5 others for Homecoming Spirit Day! Most of all, each day I can make a difference in someones life. This does not mean I will ever like cold weather at soccer games, just sayin'!

         I may have the perfect job!