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Holy cow … I knew things had been busy here, but man has time gotten away from me! Just one more indication (to me at least) just how far out of the realm of sanity things have gotten in my life. So I’m making some BIG changes. I am so done. I’m tired … and worn out. It’s time to do something different.
I’ve spent the last 30 years in engineering, and more than 20 of those years in Aerospace. A lot of things have changed in that 30 years. A good bit of it was positive, technology improvements and all that. But there has been some negative too. And I’m pretty sure things are going to get worse. People managing companies are making stupid decisions based on greed … the higher-ups’ bonuses and bottom line profit are now the only factors. Gone are the days of doing the right things for the right reasons. And I can no longer deal with the shenanigans going on at work. I think some of this has been precipitated by my exploration of Reiki. It’s nearly impossible to live/work in an honorable/honest manner when you’re surrounded by lies, deceit, and negativity.
Back in March I finished my Reiki training and am now a Master Reiki practitioner and (if I choose) teacher. I’m still a little befuddled by this. My “test” at the end of our class was one of those moments in life that really make you think. I’d had a horrible week at work, with little time to practice the skills needed for this test, which consisted of performing an attunement on one of the instructors. When I got there I was still flustered and had a heck of a time settling myself.
The feedback I got afterward just floored me. I expected some constructive criticism regarding technique or maybe that the energy I was moving wasn’t strong enough. Instead, both instructors (one being “attuned” and the other observing and taking notes) commented that although my own energy was chaotic when I came in the room, once I got “down to business” I not only performed a flawless attunement, the energy I was using was very soft and mother-like. Wow. On the way back to work it struck me that maybe I could really do this. And once back at work, I put it out of my mind.
About a month later, after a number of extremely frustrating (and sometimes infuriating) incidents at work it occurred to me that I didn’t have to deal with this crap anymore. No one wants to do things right and they certainly don’t want to hear what I have to say … so much for experience. And I’m tired of banging my head against that particular wall. Turns out I’m not the only one, but that is irrelevant for this post. At one point during the chaos of the last six weeks or so I thought “I’m a Reiki Master … why shouldn’t I just go off and do that?”. Indeed. That one simple thought started a landslide. I am leaving the job I’ve held for the past (nearly) 13 years. There is nothing there for me anymore. My last day will be Friday May 3rd.
I am going to start down a new path … one that I’ve been tentatively exploring the last 6 or 7 years. I’m going to jump in with both feet, embrace the energy work I’ve been learning, and start my own business. I’ve already purchased two new domain names … one for the new Reiki business and one for an online shop. Regardless of how successful setting up an office practice is, I will keep the online shop. I plan to offer Reiki sessions (both in person at an office and distance sessions through the online shop), the Light Language grids and, of course, my Dragonstone concoctions. I’m very excited about all this. I’ve been working on details the last week or so and things are falling into place rapidly. I expect to be up and running sometime around the end of June.
I’m grateful that I have the ability to do this. It’s been more than obvious the past couple of weeks just how much stress I’ve been under the last few years … mainly by how quickly that is dissipating once I’d made this decision. I need to do this for my sanity. And my health. I’m infinitely grateful for hubby’s support. And for the support from my functional manager who helped get me set up with a small severance package … seed money for the new adventure.
At some point I’ll get caught up with all of the friends I’ve found in the blogging world but that will have to wait a bit. My near term plans are to 1) take a week to just veg and (at least partially) recuperate from 30 years of corporate BS, 2) get the house in order (it’s been neglected for almost 5 years and is a mess!), and 3) finish getting everything set up so I can get to “work”! And a little extra time to enjoy all the new babies in my life will be the icing on the cake. π
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Dana said:
This is SO AWESOME, D-Fae! I am dancing in my living room for you while reading this post! Energy work seems like such a natural and obvious fit for you, and bless you for having the courage to pursue it professionally and choose your own life path. YOU ROCK!!
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dragonfae said:
Thank you Dana! I’m pretty giddy myself. π
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Mad Annie, Bronwyn, Ann said:
Men hit a certain age, they get silly. Pagan women get to that “what IS this” age, and start something totally new and interesting.
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dragonfae said:
Is that what this is? Don’t know for sure … regardless, I guess it’s better than some of the possible alternatives! π
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chlost said:
Good to hear from you, and with exciting news, too. What a wonderful change in your life. I imagine you are going to look back and kick yourself for not taking this step sooner. Good luck!
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dragonfae said:
Thank you Chlost! I can barely contain myself at this point. π
I may kick myself, I may not. I don’t think I’d have given much thought toward doing something like this prior to taking the Reiki Master level test. π
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Brea said:
Oh, I’m so EXCITED for you, D’Fae! (HUGE HUGS) This is wonderful news!
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dragonfae said:
Thanks Brea! Six more days … π
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ryoko861 said:
How exciting! I love when someone tells corporate America to take a hike! Do what you enjoy and hopefully be successful at it! When you get the site up and running let me know, I’ll put your site on my blog(s)! I’m SO excited for you! This is well deserved and I know you’ll be happy! Because that’s what life is about isn’t it? It’s too short to be miserable and stressed all the time! My husband is in the engineering business and it’s just in a sad state right now. He comes home every night just shaking his head.
Lots of luck!!
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dragonfae said:
Thanks Irene! That would be really cool … extra exposure is always a good thing! π
Yes, being happy is huge. I was happy at “the job” for a good number of years and there are people I’m going to miss seeing on a regular basis. But I’ve outgrown the desire to solve those sorts of problems and it’s time to start a new chapter.
I’m sure I’ll be exchanging phone numbers with more than a few folks next week. And who knows … I know what they’re all left to deal with and I figure I’ve got more than a few potential clients lurking there. π
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ryoko861 said:
Awesome! I can only wish you the best!
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Robin said:
How wonderful! I can’t believe all the change that is happening this year. So many of us are embarking on new adventures. Wishing you joy and success in your new venture, Dragonfae. π
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dragonfae said:
Hey Robin! Thanks dear! π
Remember all that hoopla about 12/21/12? Clearly it wasn’t the “end of the world” as some had speculated (which most of us knew anyway) but I do think it meant a new era or age. The energy has been so harsh and chaotic since the first of the year … it’s been nuts! I’m choosing to direct all that in a positive manner. π
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John Erickson said:
Well, I’ll offer belated congratulations, having missed your big day. At least you got to tell the company to piss off (in a very polite and ladylike way, I’m sure). I wanted to, but management beat me to it. C’est la vie. Enjoy your new path!
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dragonfae said:
Thanks John! It was so nice to not have to go back there today! I was thrilled with having the time and energy to do little things like clean the sink or make dinner.
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