My work schedule got unexpectedly rearranged this week, just after coming back from my end-of-year vacation, because I got “volunteered” to help with another group’s project. Of course, that’s not at all unusual in the corporate world; and though it can be uncomfortable to be pushed out of one’s usual routine, sometimes that can be a useful nudge to avoid getting stuck in a rut. It’s all too easy to end up always doing the same work, without thinking of much beyond getting a paycheck and buying more stuff.
Although I’m enjoying the new things my family got for Christmas, there is certainly much more to a happy life besides how we spend our money. It’s always good to be reminded of that, even if the catalyst for reflection might sometimes be a bit of workplace distraction!
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Workplace rearrangement stokes the creative juices … helps the group with looking at a new perspective, and gives the additional member a new path of revelation as well as reflection. What a way to start down the New Year’s path. Thank you for sharing!
Thanks Becca, that’s a good way to look at it!
Hi Meg, everything has it’s up and down, and I agree it’s difficult to balance between what we have and what we could have working more. To do or not to do, only stress ahead!
Well, I’ve finished my part of it already; so, not too much stress. 🙂