A New Beginning.

Starting life anew.

Photo credit: Jon Tyson

It's been a week since I last wrote. Ouch! I didn't mean to leave you hanging. There was a problem with my phone's connection, which caused the delay. I'm glad to be back.

I'll keep today's post brief and personal. I began a new journey in my life last month and I can honestly say it was the best thing I ever did.

My job drained me mentally and emotionally for three years. For some reason, I didn't quit earlier because I wasn't sure what was in store for me.

A long stay in a place, especially if it incapacitates you mentally, makes you into a shadow of yourself.

I found myself in this situation when an aggressive supervisor took issue with my work. Because they repeatedly told me I was slacking, I began to believe I was, even when I wasn't. Knowing my personality type, I know how seriously I take my work, I am dedicated to giving my best, and showing diligence in all I do, which has been the case for many years.

In any case, I have learned that even in the work environment, coworkers can be selfish and problematic. In the end, I decided for myself, knowing it would be beneficial in the future.
I resigned and was glad I did.

I have also been asked by well-meaning friends if I was sure about my decision and what next steps I would take, and I have responded that I was.

The next step is to focus on what I'm already doing... It's my final year in school, and I'm on my way to becoming a mother. I'll tell you more about these things in an upcoming article.

Because of who I am, I'll admit that I am my own worst critic and I judge myself constantly. Overcoming this and squelching the voice in my head has been hard, but I'm getting the hang of it and celebrating my achievements.

I say this because I have avoided telling people that ask 'oh, how's work?' That I have quit my job because I was afraid of being judged.

Anyway, sometimes I am like that. With great pleasure, I can state that I quit a dreary and frustrating job, I will graduate with distinction in a few months, and I will be a mother too.

It's a new beginning in my life, and I am getting ready for what is to come. Whatever it is, I'm going through it and improving.

Let nothing or anyone stop you from spreading your wings. Take the initiative to make your own decisions while embracing them with confidence.

This year, I'll be starting a new career and I'll document the progress, mistakes, and failures as I go. Stay tuned for updates.

I am Utibe, a writer with a purpose ❤.

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