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        I was texting my friend yesterday and she said she didn't want to leave a low-paying job that causes her stress because, essentially, she would feel like a quitter. I've always been a quitter though I used to be degrading and cruel to myself about it. I do think the manner in which I've ended things has been unorthodox at best, but here's what I said to her. I says, "I think capitalism has us in a chokehold and while we're being exploited by being encouraged to have maximum commitment/effort to an economy that doesn't give us healthcare/nutrition/leisure/peace of mind, I applaud everyone who acknowledges when their position isn't serving them and who makes the hard decision to go where they want to guilt-free."

        I'm 29 years old. I got my first job when I was 17 and I've had fourteen since then. Plus, I've tried out five or so cities as an adult. On paper, my work history looks appalling. But when I was surrounded by toxic nurses at the hospital or had uninspiring duties like stocking hotdogs at a gas station or felt a deep homesickness at the Ross in Florida, I had no qualms with putting in my two weeks. Sometimes I didn't fulfill said two weeks and that goes back to the irresponsible tactic of how I stood up for myself. But whether it's a book I'm not enjoying, a relationship that depletes my spirit, or leaving an event early because my social battery is on empty, I will always put an end to things that make me unhappy. I feel very strongly about this and encourage others to do the same. 

        I'll admit in this blind effort to be constantly satisfied I have messed up great opportunities, mostly educational or job-wise. I've been hearing this mantra from all angles lately and so the Universe must be hinting at something. At the end of this Tech N9ne song Brother KT says, "What God has for you is for you." So I feel like despite all the ducking and dodging, no matter the motivation, I'm still on the same path I was meant to be on. And I'm thriving! None of the negativity is dragging me down today and that's because I can abandon the bullshit with increasing ease. Let's reframe it and ask yourself.... what can you quit today that will enhance your life for the better?

“Nothing is permanent in this wicked world, not even our troubles.” ―Charlie Chaplin