When I first declared my plan to "escape" Corporate America, I picked April 20 to be the "E-Day" or "Escape Day". On that day, I would hand in my 2-weeks notice and be free.
Yes, April 20 is five days away. And no, I'm not sure what I'm going to do.
Since deciding that I would quit, I've been waiting for a sign that it was actually time to do it... If I found a roommate or part-time job, I would feel better about my financial situation. If I was inspired to go back to school or if I found my "perfect" job, I would have a "good" reason to quit. If, if, if...
I kept looking outside myself for permission to quit. I wanted the universe to give me a big flashing sign. I wanted God to speak to me in a booming voice.
Unfortunately, that doesn't fit with the spirit of this whole adventure! The answer isn't out there. It is inside me. It isn't going to scream to get my attention. It is sitting in the quiet, in the stillness.
Today, I woke up and knew it was time to be bold. But right now, I can give you 50 reasons why I should stay a little while longer. I'm beginning to wonder if each reason is just a message to myself that says "I don't trust you".
What if I just trusted myself? What if I quit without any idea how it will turnout? Why don't I tap into the depths of courage that exist in my heart, trust myself, and just LEAP?
I'll keep you posted on the answers...
The answer to that question is endless, in my opinion. It is the answer that nearly every person has asked him or herself at least once (likely many more). You'll do it when it's your time. I think setting a day is more restrictive then just letting it happen in its natural course. We can discuss more. :)
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