Summary

The article discusses the complex reality of pursuing a passion-driven career, weighing the emotional fulfillment against financial stability.

Abstract

The article titled "The Reality About That Job You Have A Passion For" delves into the concept of passion in one's career choices. It acknowledges that while passion can be a powerful motivator, driving individuals towards their goals and affecting their decisions, it does not always guarantee a satisfactory or financially stable life. The author presents two scenarios to illustrate this point: one where a person without a clear passion takes any job to become independent, and another where someone follows their passion but struggles financially. The article suggests that in the absence of financial stability, it may be necessary to prioritize a job that ensures financial security over passion, potentially relegating the passion to a side hustle until one can afford to pursue it fully.

Opinions

Passion for a job can lead to taking positions that do not provide financial security.
The pursuit of passion in a career is not a universal privilege, often influenced by the economic climate and personal circumstances.
A college degree in a subject one is not passionate about may not lead to a fulfilling career.
Individuals who follow their passion but face financial hardship might need to consider alternative employment to achieve financial stability.
The article suggests that it might be necessary to temporarily set aside one's passion and focus on a job that can provide financial security.
There is an implication that living one's passion should not lead to a life of constant financial struggle or dependency on others.
The author emphasizes the importance of being realistic and strategic in career decisions, advocating for financial independence alongside passion.

The Reality About That Job You Have A Passion For

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“If you feel like there’s something out there that you’re supposed to be doing, if you have a passion for it, then stop wishing and just do it”.

-Wanda Skyes

When a lot of persons get asked the question of what career path they would like to take, most times the job description has the word passion embedded within.

Although this may not be so in all climates, as in some, only a handful may have the luxury of going after what they love career-wise as the majority is based on employment statistics. But whenever it exists, it has a tremendous pulling force driving you towards a goal and affecting the decisions you make with it carrying the expectation of living a satisfactory life.

Passion is what gives you a deep connection to something. It is that force that makes you take a job that can barely support you financially or sometimes not at all. It remains an intimate word in whichever context it may be used.

The term is so commanding that the surrendering of Jesus Christ that led to his suffering and death was described as The Passion of Christ.

Some go after it and end up living their best lives.

But what happens when this passion or a search for it has not led to the expected satisfactory life?

Let’s picture two scenarios

You got accepted into college, chose your major because all you cared about was having a college degree, graduated years ago, and still live with your parents not because they are old and need taking care of but because you can’t afford to live alone with the excuse that you haven’t found a job that calls to you. So you don’t contribute to the bills, can’t even afford to buy groceries. Your only input is during conversations.

In such instance, you need to face the hard truth which is you might never get that job you love since in the first place you never studied what fancied your interest, so the chances of you suddenly falling in love with any job available that is compatible with what you majored in are slim. What if suddenly you develop an interest in a job in a different career path? Would you be willing to go back to school and start afresh to get the certification required?

In this scenario, looking for vocations that call to you should be the last thing on your mind. Just look for a job because the best you can get here is contempt and with contempt, you can afford to be independent.

2. The difference between this and the first is that the passion was there right from start. You then get a job doing what you love but you are barely making above minimum wage, so you are not even a bit comfortable financially. There isn’t a bill you can boast of paying without others chipping in. It is like joy amidst the sorrow.

You’ve become a professional in taking hand-me-downs. You go to bed each night thinking of the routes to follow when leaving home that gives you the best chances of avoiding your creditors.

This is a case of I love what I do, but……..’

It is not living but captivity.

So in this case what do you do?

You can make that job a side hustle for the now and look for one that can cater to you financially and keep your mind at peace. It is not giving up on what you love but just strategic planning. It is you being realistic. You can make it your main focus again when you feel you are at that point where you can afford to be self-sufficient with even extra to spare.

Although a compromise had to be reached with no set assurance that the overall goal might be met, the possibility still exists.

So rise, fill out that job application form, attend that interview, just get something going, and don’t let your chase for passion lead to a similar outcome as when you try to catch up with your shadow.